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Part 1: The Stiff Finger

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Episode 26, Season 2. Chuck and Chris discuss the stiff finger and the basic concepts required in assessment of these fingers. We discuss the full range of issues from bone status to soft tissues, tendon mobility to joint contractures. This will be part 1 with a more therapy focused colleague joining for part 2. […]

The PIP Joint Fracture

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Episode 25, Season 2. Chuck and Chris review PIP joint injuries, focusing on fracture/ dislocations and pilon injuries. These are challenging injuries with a multitude of treatment choices. As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music.theupperhandpodcast.wustl.edu. And thanks to Eric Zhu, aspiring physician and podcast intern. Survey Link:Help Chuck and […]

7 Personal Finance Pearls

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Episode 24, Season 2. Chuck and Chris review 7 personal finance pearls. This is an overview of critical points focused on a conservative approach to finance. While it may be most appropriate for residents, fellows, and younger professionals, some tips will benefit everyone.We welcome feedback. As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction […]

Chuck and Chris Talk Radial Tunnel Syndrome: Myth or Reality

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Episode 23, Season 2. Chuck and Chris discuss radial tunnel syndrome. They both believe in the diagnosis although find it uncommon. We discuss diagnosis, conservative care and surgery. As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music.theupperhandpodcast.wustl.edu. And thanks to Eric Zhu, aspiring physician and podcast intern. Survey Link:Help Chuck and […]

Interview 13: Chuck and Chris Welcome Mark Halstead, Peds Sports Medicine Physician

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Episode 22, Season 2. Chuck and Chris welcome noted pediatric sports medicine physician, Mark Halstead. Mark has great experience caring for athletes at every level and we spend our talking youth sports, return to play, family dynamics and even pitch counts. Mark shares pearls on many levels and explains why the athletic trainer relationships […]

Lumps & Bumps: more fun than you thought!

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Episode 21, Season 2. Chuck and Chris talk lumps and bumps, specifically ganglion cysts. While the topic may seem mundane, the banter is decidedly not. Join us and learn about Chris' PTSD and Chuck thermal approach. A few citations are relavent. Gross and Gelberman Metacarpal Rotational Osteotomy, J Hand Surg 1985 10: 105-8 Balazs, […]

Chuck and Chris talk a new reality for 2021: The Hybrid Meeting with pearls for success

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Episode 20, Season 2. Chuck and Chris talk a reality of 2021: hybrid meetings. We discuss current meetings and how the format might evolve. And we discuss tips from a recent HBR article: "How to Nail a Hybrid Presentation' by Sasrah Gershman and Rae Ringer. As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction […]

Deep Dives on Surgical Technique: Cubital Tunnel Decompression

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Episode 19, Season 2. Chuck and Chris continue the new segment: deep dives on surgical technique. We continue with another key procedure- the cubital tunnel decompression. The focus is the exact technique that we use, from skin incision to treatment of the nerve to handling of the FCU. Let us know if you like […]

Interview 12: Chuck, Chris, & Rob Kamal discuss the new CPG on distal radius fractures

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Episode 18, Season 2. Chuck and Chris welcome Rob Kamal from Stanford to discuss distal radius fractures, the new Clinical Practice Guideline(CPG) on distal radius fracture, and quality in outcomes. We do focus to unwind the CPG and highlight key points with Dr. Kamal who led this effort of the AAOS and ASSH. […]

Deep Dives on Surgical Technique: Carpal Tunnel Release and Wrist Arthroscopy

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Episode 17, Season 2. Chuck and Chris introduce a new segment: deep dives on surgical technique. We start with the most basic and yet important procedure in hand surgery, carpal tunnel release. We share our mini open approach to release the transverse carpal ligament. And then we pivot to discuss the setup and execution […]

Mentors and Scaphoids

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Episode 16, Season 2. Chuck and Chris talk about two manuscripts that we both really appreciate. The first is from HBR on Mentoring, "Making Mentorship a Team Effort" published on March 17, 2020. This article suggests that mentoring should be a team effort with a Launch Team, a Cruise Team and a Boost Team. The […]

Pediatric Fractures Part 2

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Episode 15, Season 2. Chuck and Chris talk about pediatric finger fractures including gamekeepers (aka skiers thumb) and bony mallet fractures. As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music.theupperhandpodcast.wustl.edu. And thanks to Eric Zhu, aspiring physician and podcast intern. Survey Link:Help Chuck and Chris understand better what you like and what […]

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