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OrthoInfo

AAOS 9 episodes Latest May 15, 2026

OrthoInfo is a monthly podcast series from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). Board-certified orthopaedic surgeons answer common questions about bone and joint conditions, treatments, and injury prevention. The podcast aims to help listeners make informed decisions about their musculoskeletal health. Additional resources are available on the OrthoInfo website and YouTube channel.

Episodes

Knee Replacement Surgery: What Can I Expect? May 15, 2026 2308 In this episode of the OrthoInfo podcast, adult reconstruction surgeons Matthew Deren, MD, FAAOS, and Nicholas Scarcella, MD, FAAOS, help patients understand what to expect if you have knee replacement surgery — from what makes someone a good candidate for the procedure to surgical preparation to what happens when an implant fails. Drs. Deren and Scarcella offer an honest look at the recovery pro
Why Does My Back Hurt? Apr 27, 2026 1657 Back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints — and as anyone who’s ever experienced it knows, it can have a profound effect on your daily life. In this episode of the OrthoInfo podcast, spine surgeons Catherine Olinger, MD, MS, FAAOS, and Melissa Erickson, MD, MBA, FAAOS, help listeners understand what causes back pain and how you can get relief (hint: often, without surgery). 
Does My Rotator Cuff Tear Require Surgery? Mar 25, 2026 2734 This episode of the OrthoInfo podcast is brought to you by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES). In the episode, host Shariff K. Bishai, DO, FAAOS, sits down with shoulder and elbow surgeon Daniel Acevedo, MD, FAAOS, to help listeners understand when a torn rotator cuff might – and might not – need surgery. From understanding the dif
How Does Menopause Affect Bone and Joint Health? Feb 24, 2026 1890 This episode, hosted by sports medicine surgeon and OrthoInfo Editor-in-Chief Mary K. Mulcahey, MD, FAAOS, helps listeners understand how menopause impacts women’s bone and joint health. It teaches listeners about the musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause, a term used to describe common bone and joint issues — including frozen shoulder, loss of muscle mass and bone density, and early-onset osteoar
Why Do My Feet Hurt? Jan 28, 2026 2308 This episode of the OrthoInfo Podcast takes a deep dive into the complexities of foot and ankle pain, covering everything from plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendinitis, to fractures, to congenital and degenerative conditions. Arianna Gianakos, DO, and Kamran Hamid, MD, MPH, FAAOS, both board-certified orthopedic surgeons, discuss the factors that contribute to foot pain and dysfunction — includin
Hip Replacement Surgery: What Can I Expect? Jan 16, 2026 2401 This episode explores the essentials of hip replacement surgery, providing patients with a clear understanding of what to expect before, during, and after the procedure. Mary K. Mulcahey, MD, FAAOS, Editor-in-Chief of OrthoInfo, is joined by Neil Sheth, MD, FAAOS, Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Pennsylvania Hospital. Together, they answer frequently asked questions about hip replacement: who is a
When Should I See an Orthopaedic Surgeon? Jan 16, 2026 2174 This episode serves as an introduction to the new OrthoInfo podcast series, dedicated to answering questions about bone and joint health. Hosts Shariff K. Bishai, DO, FAAOS, a sports and shoulder surgeon in Detroit, and Mary K. Mulcahey, MD, FAAOS, sports surgeon and Editor-in-Chief of OrthoInfo, delve into what an orthopaedic surgeon does and when patients should see an orthopaedic surgeon for mu
Orthobiologics: Are They Right for Me? Jan 16, 2026 2477 This episode dives deep into the evolving field of orthobiologics, a hot topic in today’s orthopedic medicine landscape. Shariff K. Bishai, DO, FAAOS, hosts a comprehensive discussion with biologics experts Scott Sigman, MD, FAAOS, and Don Buford, MD, FAAOS, exploring how biologics such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP), bone marrow concentrate, and bioinductive implants are reshaping patient care for
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