Our guest today is Dr. Jorge Chahla. Dr. Chahla is an orthopedic surgeon based in Chicago who specializes in the treatment of complex knee, hip, and shoulder issues, and all sports-related injuries. He is a team physician for the Chicago White Sox (MLB) and the Chicago Bulls (NBA). He is an Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Rush University Medical Center. In addition, he serves as the Director of Biomechanical Research and Director of the International Fellowship Program that attracts surgeons from all over the world to train and study at RUSH. In this epis ..read more

Dr. Adam Yanke is joined by Dr. Kurt Spindler, the Director of Research & Outcomes, at Cleveland Clinic Florida. Dr. Spindler specializes in sports medicine, knee ligament (ACL) reconstruction, arthroscopic surgery of the knee, and evaluation and treatment of sports musculoskeletal injuries. Large-scale, prospective research has the ability to change the clinical care that we offer patients. Kurt Spindler, MD and his colleagues have accomplished this with the MOON group, creating outcomes that have transformed the landscape of ACL surgery. Listen to our podcast where he describes the tria ..read more

In this episode, Dr. Nik Verma discusses rotator cuff disease including the basic functions of the rotator cuff, non-surgical and surgical solutions for rotator cuff tears, how to know if you might have a rotator cuff injury, the negative impact of nicotine on healing, and more. Dr. Verma specializes in treating shoulder, elbow, knee, and sports-related injuries. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Verma is involved in orthopedic research with interests in basic science, biomechanics, and clinical outcomes. He has authored over 300 peer-reviewed manuscripts in major orthopedic and sports ..read more

On this episode with Dr. Richard Berger, you’ll learn more about both hip and knee replacement, including common questions that patients have about the procedure, how to know when it might be the right time to decide to have a joint replacement, and much more.  Dr. Richard Berger is a pioneer in minimally invasive joint replacement. Dr. Berger’s technique involves no cutting of any muscle, ligaments, or tendons, on the patient. These advances allow most of Dr. Berger’s patients to walk independently and leave the hospital on the same day of surgery. His mechanical engineering backgr ..read more

Dr. Adam Yanke is joined by hip and knee replacement surgeon Dr. Craig Della Valle to discuss what patients should know before having knee replacement surgery.  Learn more about Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush Learn more about Dr. Della Valle ..read more

Dr. Adam Yanke is joined by MOR Sports Performance Manager Dave Heidloff, ATC, and MOR physical therapist Albin Mutholam, PT to discuss optimizing patient outcomes following ACL surgery ..read more

Dr. Adam Yanke is joined by orthopedic spine surgeon Dr. Kern Singh to talk about the evolution of cervical disc replacement and what you need to know about the procedure. Dr. Kern Singh is the Associate Director of the Division of Spine Surgery and Co-Director of the Minimally Invasive Spine Institute at Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH ..read more

Dr. Matthew Provencher is one of the nation’s leading orthopedic surgeons specializing in the surgical treatment and rehabilitation of injuries to the knee and shoulder. Dr. Provencher practices at The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado, and conducts research as a Principal Investigator at the renowned Steadman Philippon Research Institute aimed at innovation and improvement in patient care in the field of orthopedic sports medicine.  ..read more

Dr. Adam Yanke and guest Kevin Wilk talk about how physical therapy and the rehabilitation of active patients has evolved throughout the years, including what is on the horizon for helping patients return to sport or an active lifestyle ..read more

Dr. Scott Rodeo is an Attending Orthopedic Surgeon and Clinician-Scientist at HSS, with appointments in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery (Sports Medicine Institute) and the Research Department (Tissue Engineering, Repair, and Regeneration Program). He is Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College and Co-Chief Emeritus of the Sports Medicine Institute at HSS. He specializes in sports medicine injuries of the knee, shoulder, ankle, and elbow. He also performs arthritis surgery of the knee and shoulder, including joint replacement surgery. He has specific expertise ..read more