ACL tears are are occurring at an alarming rate. With lifelong implications, an ACL tear can be a devastating injury in a teenager. While 65-80% of athletes
Surgical Complications : The Role of Care Before Surgery
Surgery. It's a scary word. Especially if it is preceded by the words "you need". No matter what type of surgery you may be considering, many concerns will
MRI Over-Utilzation in Athletes … and *Us* Too! At what Cost?
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Why Patients Seek Second Opinions
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They Work !!! Checklists and Protocols Save Lives.
From JAMA: Conclusion Over the 4-year period from 2005 through 2008 in 9 diverse metropolitan areas, rates of invasive health
Achilles Tendon Tears: Is Surgery Necessary?
Achilles tendon tears are one of the most common tendon injuries in our body. The injury commonly occurs from pushing off while playing sports such as