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Thought Leadership in 202509 Nov 202500:45:48

Chuck and Chris had fun with this episode as we discuss listener comments, highlight an interesting elbow case, and take a deep dive on thought leadership based on a great piece written by Benjamin Schwartz.

https://resources.nejmcareercenter.org/article/thought-leadership-101-getting-started/

Also, Chris and Macy's book is available: https://www.amazon.com/Rehabilitation-Nerve-Transfers-Upper-Extremity/dp/3031920074


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The Upper Hand Podcast is sponsored by Checkpoint Surgical, a provider of innovative solutions for peripheral serve surgery. To learn more, visit https://checkpointsurgical.com/.

As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and concluding music.

For additional links, the catalog.  Please see https://www.ortho.wustl.edu/content/Podcast-Listings/8280/The-Upper-Hand-Podcast.aspx


Local Only Hand Surgery, Pearls and Challenges26 Oct 202500:31:52

Chuck and Chris discuss their approach to local only surgery include some basic pearls, building on previous episodes.  They also discuss some local challenges including insurance companies.


We are in need of a podcast intern!  We would appreciate any referrals!

See www.practicelink.com/theupperhand for more information from our partner on job search and career opportunities.

The Upper Hand Podcast is sponsored by Checkpoint Surgical, a provider of innovative solutions for peripheral serve surgery. To learn more, visit https://checkpointsurgical.com/.

As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and concluding music.

For additional links, the catalog.  Please see https://www.ortho.wustl.edu/content/Podcast-Listings/8280/The-Upper-Hand-Podcast.aspx

Chuck and Chris Talk Distal Biceps Ruptures22 Jun 202500:33:29

Chuck and Chris discuss a new topic- distal biceps rutpures.  This is one of Chuck's favorite procedures but a little out of the day to day for Chris.  We discuss anatomy and treatment options including surgical technique.

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Keep a lookout for our Summer Newsletter- check your inboxes and let us know if you are not on the list and would like to be. Feedback always welcome.


See www.practicelink.com/theupperhand for more information from our partner on job search and career opportunities.

The Upper Hand Podcast is sponsored by Checkpoint Surgical, a provider of innovative solutions for peripheral serve surgery. To learn more, visit https://checkpointsurgical.com/.



As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and concluding music.

For additional links, the catalog.  Please see https://www.ortho.wustl.edu/content/Podcast-Listings/8280/The-Upper-Hand-Podcast.aspx

Chuck and Chris discuss thumb arthritis and joint balance04 Sep 202200:32:00

Season 3, Episode 34.  Chuck and Chris discuss nuances of the presentation of CMC arthritis with attention paid to hyperextension of the thumb MCP joint.

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Cubital Tunnel Syndrome with Ulnar Nerve Pathology: A Case Discussion28 Aug 202200:43:12

Season 3, Episode 33.  Chuck and Chris catch up and review an interesting case with severe elbow arthritis and ulnar nerve pathology.  We discuss the role of the AIN transfer includes Chris' technique as well as treatment of the elbow arthritis while treating cubital tunnel syndrome.

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Chuck and Chris Talk Surgical Techniques for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome21 Aug 202200:39:14

Season 3, Episode 32.  Chuck and Chris discuss a case of central slip laceration before diving into cubital tunnel syndrome including decision- making for decompression vs transposition and technique preferences. 

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Chuck and Chris Talk Elbow OCDs14 Aug 202200:34:01

Season 3, Episode 31.  Chuck and Chris share exciting podcast milestone and announce a new giveaway to celebrate.  And then, we get down to a new topic- capitellar OCD, osteochondral defect, aka osteochondritis dissecans.  We share thoughts on diagnosis and treatment- what works, what doesn't, and so much more.

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Chuck and Chris Talk National Societies07 Aug 202200:30:46

Season 3, Episode 30.  Chuck and Chris answer a listener question regarding national society involvement.  We share our opinions on societies, leadership, leadership training, traveling fellowships, and so much more!

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As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music.
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Chuck and Chris Discuss Uncertainty31 Jul 202200:40:49

Season 3, Episode 29.  Chuck and Chris discuss overcoming uncertainty as based on the HBR article "How to overcome your fear of the unknown" by authors Nathan Furr and Susannah Harmon Furr.  This article from the July-August issue is based on  the book, "The Upside of Uncertainty."  We found the article and its message fascinating and related the key points in this discussion.

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Chuck and Chris Welcome Farsh Guilak 24 Jul 202200:40:44

Season 3, Episode 28.  Chuck and Chris welcome Farshid Guilak to discuss his remarkable research career and his approach to leadership, mentorship, and change.  This fun and interesting discussion of topics is certain to be of interest.  Farsh has a remarkable recor of research success (the only 3 time winner of the Kappa Delta Award) and built a thriving lab through supportive leadership and mentorship.   We discuss these topics and more (work- life balance and generational differences)

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Scaphoid Proximal Pole Nonunion17 Jul 202200:41:42

Season 3, Episode 27.  Chuck and Chris catch up, review some listener questions, and discuss their approaches to the scaphoid proximal pole nonunion, based on experience with literature guidance.

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As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music.
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Chuck and Chris talk cases and listener emails10 Jul 202200:39:33

Season 3, Episode 26.  Chuck and Chris return home and back to the familiar format.  After catching up, we dive into cases before pivoting to listener emails.  We close it out with pearls for the upcoming oral boards (although the tips apply to any question and answer session).

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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.

Chuck and Chris discuss ethical conundrums03 Jul 202200:21:57

Season 3, Episode 25.  Chuck and Chris on the road again before we head back home.  This is another episode recorded in Providence, Rhode Island during the AOA Annual Meeting.  We share a few cases and discuss ethics.  Specifically, complications from an outside surgeon or repeated less than ideal outcomes.  Join us and share your thoughts!


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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.

CMCs, OCDs, and Leadership08 Jun 202500:42:49

Chuck and Chris discuss a number of stimulating topics.  First up, Chuck shares a case of a large elbow osteochondritis dissecans lesion and the latest in treatment techniques.  Next we discuss a listener submitted question on CMC pain in a young patient.  And finally, we discuss an HBR article on leadership, particularly pertinent in 2025.  Join us!

HBR “The Work of Leadership”. Ronald A. Heifetz and Donald Laurie

Reprint R0111K; Best of HBR, 2001

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See www.practicelink.com/theupperhand for more information from our partner on job search and career opportunities.

The Upper Hand Podcast is sponsored by Checkpoint Surgical, a provider of innovative solutions for peripheral serve surgery. To learn more, visit https://checkpointsurgical.com/.



As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and concluding music.

For additional links, the catalog.  Please see https://www.ortho.wustl.edu/content/Podcast-Listings/8280/The-Upper-Hand-Podcast.aspx

Chuck and Chris Talk Hand Surgery Social Media Across the World26 Jun 202200:21:33

Season 3, Episode 24.  Chuck and Chris on the road again.  This time in Providence, Rhode Island for the AOA Annual Meeting.  We share a few cases and then share a few more social media insights we learned while in London.  Simply put, there is  amazing and impactful social media activity taking place across the world in hand surgery!


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As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music.
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Live with Chuck and Chris from London at IFSSH19 Jun 202200:36:24

Season 3, Episode 23.  Chuck and Chris host a live podcast in London during the IFSSH meeting.  We tried some new technology and learned a lot!  Great audience (that we need to involve even more next time).  Presented a few cases with good discussion.  Many esteemed guests including Terry Light, Jeff Steppan, Wee Lam, and many others!


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Chuck, Chris, and Macy Discuss the Thumb CMC Joint, Part 212 Jun 202200:34:02

Season 3, Episode 22.  Chuck and Chris welcome hand therapist Macy Stoner back to the show to continue the CMC joint discussion.  Macy shares her thoughts on the role and specific modalities for nonsurgical care as well as thoughts on recovery post CMC arthroplasty.

Article referenced: Outcome of a Hand Orthosis and Hand Therapy for Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis in Daily Practice: A Prospective Cohort Study.
Tsehaie J, Spekreijse KR, Wouters RM, Slijper HP, Feitz R, Hovius SER, Selles RW.
J Hand Surg Am. 2018 Nov;43(11):1000-1009.e1. doi: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2018.04.014.
PMID: 29776723

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Chuck, Chris, and Macy Discuss the Thumb CMC Joint, Part 105 Jun 202200:28:26

Season 3, Episode 21.  Chuck and Chris welcome hand therapist Macy Stoner back to the show to discuss the CMC joint.  Macy shares her thoughts on the role and specific modalities for nonsurgical care as well as thoughts on recovery post CMC arthroplasty.

Article referenced: Outcome of a Hand Orthosis and Hand Therapy for Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis in Daily Practice: A Prospective Cohort Study.
Tsehaie J, Spekreijse KR, Wouters RM, Slijper HP, Feitz R, Hovius SER, Selles RW.
J Hand Surg Am. 2018 Nov;43(11):1000-1009.e1. doi: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2018.04.014.
PMID: 29776723

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Chuck and Chris discuss the ASSH Annual Meeting with Glenn Gaston and Peter Rhee29 May 202200:29:28

Season 3, Episode 20.  Chuck and Chris welcome ASSH Annual Meeting 2022 Chairs Glenn Gaston and Peter Rhee.  We discuss the September/ October meeting including all the planning and work that goes into the final product.  We discuss highlights of what we expect to be a fantastic meeting in Boston!

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Chuck and Chris Discuss the Challenging Clinic Patient22 May 202200:21:25

Season 3, Episode 19.  Chuck and Chris discuss a listener submitted question on the difficult patient.  How to best handle a challenging patient in the clinic.  We share our tips and pearls together with the reality of modern medicine.

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Chuck and Chris Discuss Generational Differences15 May 202200:41:11

Season 3, Episode 18.  Chuck and Chris use a classic HBR article to discuss generational differences in health care.  Gen Z vs Gen Y vs Boomers- does generation matter?  Are there more similarities than we thought?

How Gen Y and Boomers Will Reshape Your Agenda, by Hewlett, Sherbin, and Sumberg.  July- Aug 2009

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Chuck and Chris Talk Nerve Injury During Carpal Tunnel Surgery08 May 202200:32:41

Season 3, Episode 17.  Chuck and Chris discuss academia and education.  We also take a deep dive on a listener submitted case on nerve injury during carpal tunnel release.  We share insights on workup and surgical technique.

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Chuck and Chris's Grab Bag01 May 202200:37:08

Season 3, Episode 16.  Chuck and Chris with a grab bag of topics including listener emails and a few very interesting surgical cases.  We will discuss the placebo effect and recovery after long bone fracture + a few nerve and elbow cases.

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Deep Dives on Surgical Technique: ECU Tendon24 Apr 202200:34:24

Season 3, Episode 15.  Chuck and Chris discuss  ECU tendon pathology including tendonitis and instability.  We review pertinent history, physical examination including the ECU Synergy Test, and surgical techniques including transposition of the tendon for instability.

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Nerve Conference, B-School, and Complex CMC Arthritis25 May 202500:38:56

Chuck and Chris catch up on nerve conferences, business school, and review a difficult CMC arthritis case.  Join us!

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Chuck and Chris Talk Hand Surgeries for the Non Hand Surgeon17 Apr 202200:24:54

Season 3, Episode 14.  Chuck and Chris discuss a listener suggestion for an episode: hand surgeries for the non hand surgeon.  We discuss common procedures for the non hand surgeon and provide our opinions on these cases.

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Listener Mailbag w Discussion on Surgical Coding10 Apr 202200:35:17

Season 3, Episode 13.  Chuck and Chris review several listener questions and comments and then discuss coding.  We discuss our views on coding, review some cases and incorportate our clinical practice, academia vs private practice and refer to two different manuscripts. 

Coding Practices in Hand Surgery and Their Relationship to Surgeon Compensation Structure
Ryan M. Coyle, MD, , Amr M. Tawfik, BA,  Anna Green, MD,  Brian M. Katt, MD, y Steven Z. Glickel, MD    Journal of Hand Surgery Global Online 3 (2021) 161e166

Use of a pedicled adipose flap as a sling for anterior subcutaneous transposition of the ulnar nerve.  Danoff JR, Lombardi JM, Rosenwasser MP.  J Hand Surg Am. 2014 Mar;39(3):552-5. 

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Deep Dives on Surgical Technique: Radial Tunnel Decompression03 Apr 202200:39:45

Season 3, Episode 12.  Chuck and Chris take a deep dive on radial tunnel decompression.  We discuss our preferred surgical technique and the pros and cons of the volar vs dorsal approaches.

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Chuck and Chris discuss sustained high performance27 Mar 202200:31:03

Season 3, Episode 11.  Chuck and Chris discuss a leadership topic based on an HBR article from 2001:  "The Making of a Corporate Athlete" by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz.  We discuss the requirements for achieving sustained high achievement as detailed in the prescient article- physical capacity, emotional capacity, mental capacity, and spiritual capacity.  The concept of recovery (aka- avoiding burnout) is discussed.

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Chuck and Chris Talk Wrist Salvage Procedures with Steve Moran20 Mar 202200:50:09

Season 3, Episode 10.  Chuck and Chris welcome back Steve Moran to talk hand surgery.  Specifically, we discuss wrist salvage procedures the proximal row carpectomy (PRC) vs. the scaphoid excision and 4-bone fusion.  We talk technical aspects of the both procedures including neurectomies, handling of the capsule, order of operations, etc.

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Pediatric Upper Extremity: Chuck and Chris join the Peds Ortho Podcast13 Mar 202201:20:01

Season 3, Episode 9.  Chuck and Chris join the Peds Ortho Podcast, the official podcast of POSNA.  We introduce this special podcast which has been published on their channel and share the recording here.  The  podcast description from their site:
Special guests and hosts of "The Upper Hand" Podcast, Dr. Charles Goldfarb and Dr. Chris Dy from Washington University in St. Louis, join the podcast crew for a wide-ranging discussion on upper extremity conditions and the role of information technology in modern orthopaedic care. We review a recent article from the Wash U group about thematic analysis of online message boards for congenital upper extremity differences. Our guests contribute their insights on elbow stiffness and nerve injuries following pediatric trauma, as well as thoughts on bruise location in supracondylar humerus fractures, treatment of Monteggia injuries, cost-consciousness in parents, nerve transfers for brachial plexus birth palsy, and predicting radial head dislocations in MHE.

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JBJS Hand and Wrist Surgery Update, 2021, Part 206 Mar 202200:35:18

Season 3, Episode 8.  Chuck and Chris complete their review of the excellent JBJS Hand Surgery Update which details key manuscripts in 2021.  Written by Deb Bohn and Kelsey Wise, this is a great summary of new, key information in the hand surgery world.    Part 2.

Bohn DC and Wise KL, Whats New in Hand and Wrist Surgery.  JBJS, 2022;0: 1-8

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JBJS Hand and Wrist Surgery Update 2021, Part I27 Feb 202200:38:44

Season 3, Episode 7.  Chuck and Chris review the excellent JBJS Hand Surgery Update which reviews key manuscripts in 2021.  Written by Deb Bohn and Kelsey Wise, this is a great summary of new, key information in the hand surgery world.  

Bohn DC and Wise KL, Whats New in Hand and Wrist Surgery.  JBJS, 2022;0: 1-8

Chris also references this review article on the ulnar nerve
Goldfarb, C. A., & Stern, P. J. (2003). Low ulnar nerve palsy. Journal of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, 3(1), 14-26. https://doi.org/10.1053/jssh.2003.50006

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Chuck and Chris Talk Baseball Injuries20 Feb 202200:35:35

Season 3, Episode 6.  Chuck and Chris talk baseball injuries with a focus on the wrist.  While the season may be delayed, its starting to feel like Spring Training!  We touch on the elbow but focus on three common wrist issues in baseball: hook of the hamate fractures, ECU tendon, and the TFCC.

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Chuck and Chris Talk Congenital- What We Can All Learn13 Feb 202200:29:18

Season 3, Episode 5.  Chuck and Chris talk congenital hand surgery.  Do you want to be the expert or do you believe that time spent learning about congenital conditions is a waste of your time.  We unpack it here and emphasize why there is a great deal for all of us to learn from congenital!

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Favorite and Not-So-Favorite Surgeries11 May 202500:30:44

Chuck and Chris discuss a few of their favorite surgeries and some that are not so favorite right now.  We invite you to share your favorites and any tips or tricks that you value.

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Deep Dives on Surgical Technique: Scaphoid Excision and 4-Bone Fusion06 Feb 202200:36:04

Season 3, Episode 4.  Chuck and Chris take a deep dive on scaphoid excision and 4-bone fusion.  After a brief case introduction, we discuss our decisions, preferences and techniques.  We also briefly discuss other options including proximal row carpectomy and capitate resurfacing.

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Chuck and Chris Talk Zoom Interviews30 Jan 202200:34:36

Season 3, Episode 3.  Chuck and Chris share thoughts regarding zoom interviews in 2022.  We discuss our opinions on the format and pearls for successful interviewing.  Let us know your thoughts.

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Resolutions and Cases23 Jan 202200:39:21

Season 3, Episode 2.  Chuck and Chris share personal and work New Year's resolutions.  Then we share two interesting cases, one an unexplained nerve issue and the other a difficult PIP joint fracture.  Join us!

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A Case Based Discussion of Kienbocks Disease16 Jan 202200:32:56

Season 3, Episode 1.  Chuck and Chris are excited for Season 3!  We share some updates and then dive in with a case discussion for our classification- guided approaches to managing Kienbocks Disease.

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Chuck and Chris Discuss Their 3 Most Memorable Cases19 Dec 202100:31:55

Season 2 Episode 48.  Chuck and Chris share and discuss a listener question about hand surgery call.  We then continue to listener submitted segment and share our 3 most memorable cases and lessons for our younger selves.

This is our last episode for 2021.  Looking forward to 2022!

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Chuck and Chris Discuss Their 3 Most Influential Mentors12 Dec 202100:24:21

Season 2 Episode 47.  Chuck and Chris discuss an FPL rupture case and respond to a listener requested segment: 3 Influential Mentors.  Each of us share 3 mentors including why each was so influential to us.

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Deep Dives on Surgical Technique: TFCC Repair05 Dec 202100:44:13

Season 2 Episode 46.  Chuck and Chris discuss TFCC injuries and repair.  We briefly review examination diagnosis but the deep dive focuses on repair technique.  The importance of foveal TFCC injury and repair is highlighted.

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Thanksgiving Episode 2021: Why Chuck and Chris are thankful28 Nov 202100:34:43

Season 2 Episode 45.  Chuck and Chris celebrate Thanksgiving by discussing why we feel thankful including specific people (think nurses, medial assistants, and hand therapists) places (ie Division and Department), and surgical instruments! (sounds odd but it flowed well)

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Half Full or Half Empty?21 Nov 202100:37:35

Season 2 Episode 44.  Chuck and Chris welcome Lauren Wessel and her suggestion for a new segment: Half full or Half empty?  Lauren put together a list of controversial concepts and Chris and Chuck weigh in.  And, for those of you who like disagreement, there is plenty!

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Fall 2021 Hand Surgery Journal Club14 Nov 202100:30:36

Season 2 Episode 43.  Chuck and Chris review 3 new journal articles pertinent to the practice of hand surgery.  Two are focused on steroid injection and the role this treatment has, especially in the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome.  The third focuses on complications with local only surgery in a large database study. 

Yoshiaki Yamanaka, MD, PhD, Takafumi Tajima, MD, PhD, Yoshitaka Tsujimura, MD, et al (Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Fukuoka, Japan)
Molecular and Clinical Elucidation of the Mechanism of Action of Steroids in Idiopathic CarpalTunnel Syndrome J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2021;103:1777-87

Nikolas H. Kazmers, MD, MSE, Kate Peacock, MPH, Katelin B. Nickel, MPH, et al (University of Utah and Washington University Data Center) Comparison of Complication Risk Following Trigger Digit Release Performed in the Office Versus the Operating Room: A Population-Based Assessment
J Hand Surg Am. Vol. 46, October 2021

Manfred Hofer, BSc; Jonas Ranstam, PhD; Isam Atroshi, MD, PhD. (Department of Orthopedics, Kristianstad Hospital, Kristianstad, Sweden (Hofer, Atroshi);Department of Clinical Sciences–Orthopedics, Lund University, Lund, Sweden (Ranstam, Atroshi).)  Extended Follow-up of Local Steroid Injection for Carpal Tunnel SyndromeA Randomized Clinical Trial.  JAMA Network Open. 2021;4(10):e2130753. doi:10.1001

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What's New in Hand Surgery, 2025 Part 227 Apr 202500:32:24

Chuck and Chris discuss the new JBJS article, What's New in Hand Surgery, written by Drs Wager and Suh.  Lots of great content in Part 2 on many topics including distal radius fracture, nerve injury, arthroscopy, arthroplasty and so much more.

Citation
Wager ER and Su N.  What's New in Hand and Wrist Surgery.  JBJS 2025; 107:543-51

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Free Solo Revised: Jeff and Steve Share Hand Surgery Practice Year 2 Insights07 Nov 202100:34:51

Episode 42, Season 2.   Chuck and Chris are joined again by Jeff Stepan and Steve Lanier, two previous fellows both in their second year in hand surgery practice.  Jeff and Steve share their experiences starting practice in Chicago, in somewhat different practices.  Jeff is at the University of Chicago, Steve at NorthShore.   They share insights from their successful symposium at the ASSH:  Free Solo: Letting Go of the Rope - Lessons Learned from the First Year in Practice.  Finally, both are in the midst of the Boards process- lots of helpful information!

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Leadership Series: Teams, Employee Satisfaction, and the State of Healthcare31 Oct 202100:40:56

Episoe 41, Season 2.  Chuck and Chris take a deep dive on leadership around The Great Resignation.  Employees across the USA are reconsidering their job, their careers, and their lives and are resigning in unprecedented numbers.  We use 2 HBR articles to frame our discussion.  We hope that listeners will engage and share their experiences.

References mentioned: 
1) The 3 Phases of Making a Major Life Change, Herminia Ibarra. HBR Augst 6, 2021
2) How to Help Your Team Get Out of a Lull, Merete Wedell- Wedellsborg  Oct 12, 2021

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Live Flexor Tendon Injury Discussion at 2021 ASHT Annual Meeting24 Oct 202100:58:15

Episoe 40, Season 2.  Chuck and Chris are joined by Becky Neiduski, hand therapist and Dean of Health Sciences at Elon University.  This is a live taping of the podcast with a great discussion of flexor tendon injuries including the surgeon and therapist perspective.  Thanks to the ASHT for inviting and for sharing the recording!

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