Orthopedic Surgery

One of the most fascinating aspects of modern medicine is how quickly the relationship between physicians and patients is evolving. In Episode 17 of The Joint Replacement Podcast, I had the opportunity to sit down with fellowship-trained hip and knee replacement surgeon, Dr. Yudi Kerbel, whose educational content has reached …

Joint replacement surgery continues to evolve at an incredible pace. Advances in robotics, infection prevention, same-day discharge protocols, biologic treatments, and implant technology are rapidly changing the way surgeons care for patients with hip and knee arthritis. In a recent podcast episode, Dr. Matthew Sloan sat down with Dr. Antonia …

For patients suffering from severe arthritis in both knees or both hips, one of the most common questions is: “Should I replace both joints at the same time?” At first glance, simultaneous bilateral joint replacement sounds appealing: One surgery One anesthesia event One rehabilitation process One period away from work …

After total hip replacement, one of the most common concerns patients mention is this: “My operated leg feels longer.” Sometimes the sensation is subtle. Sometimes it feels dramatic enough that walking feels uneven or awkward. For many patients, it immediately raises a worrying question: Did something go wrong? Most of …

Key Insights from Dr. Paul Jacob on The Joint Replacement Podcast In this episode of The Joint Replacement Podcast, I sat down with fellowship-trained joint replacement surgeon Dr. Paul Jacob to discuss one of the biggest shifts happening in orthopedic surgery today: the evolution of modern hip and knee replacement. …

Hip replacement surgery is often described as one of the most successful operations in modern medicine. But what many patients do not realize is that hip surgeons still debate some of the most important decisions involved in the procedure. From surgical approach and robotics to implant fixation and same-day discharge, …

Metal sensitivity in joint replacement has become one of the most discussed — and most misunderstood — topics in modern orthopedics. Patients frequently ask: “Can my hip or knee replacement trigger my immune system?”“Should I avoid certain implant materials?”“Do I need allergy testing before surgery?” The reality is far more …

Knee arthritis is one of the most common musculoskeletal conditions in the world, affecting more than 600 million people globally. Yet many patients still don’t fully understand what arthritis actually is, why symptoms vary so much, or how the condition progresses over time. In this video, I break down the …

What’s Normal, What’s Not, and What Actually Matters for Your Recovery Total knee replacement (total knee arthroplasty, TKA) is one of the most successful procedures in modern medicine. The vast majority of patients experience significant pain relief and improved function. But here’s the problem:Most patients worry about the wrong complications—and …

Featuring Dr. Ahmed Siddiqi Introduction Most people think joint replacement is straightforward—replace the joint, recover, and move on. But as any experienced surgeon knows, outcomes are driven by far more than what happens in the operating room. In this episode of The Joint Replacement Podcast, I sat down with Dr. …