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The Augment podcast channel is comprised of AAHKS Young Arthroplasty Group (YAG) members who are in training or less than five years in practice. The Augment provides an in-depth and relevant discussion about timely topics within the total joint arthroplasty subspecialty and interviewing experts in the field on their experience and knowledge.

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May 25, 202614 min

“Arthroplasty for Femoral Neck Fracture Can Be Delayed for Treatment with an Arthroplasty Surgeon”

Dr. Krueger joined hosts Dr. Gabrielli, Dr. Landy and Dr. Gold on this episode of the Augment. They discuss the final paper presentation of the 2025 AAHKS Annual Meeting, “Arthroplasty for Femoral Neck Fracture Can Be Delayed for Treatment with an Arthroplasty Surgeon”. The paper compares outcomes for patients treated with arthroplasty for femoral neck fracture performed by adult reconstruction subspecialized surgeons to those performed by surgeons of other orthopaedic subspecialties and to determine if surgery can safely be delayed to accommodate subspecialized care. Listen to the episode for more detail, read the abstract (page 79) and watch the presentation on LEARN (Annual Meeting attendees have access to the recordings; if you did not attend the meeting, the recordings can be purchased for CME credit). In this episode: Alexandra S. Gabrielli, MD David C. Landy, MD, PhD Peter A. Gold, MD Chad A. Krueger, MDThe post “Arthroplasty for Femoral Neck Fracture Can Be Delayed for Treatment with an Arthroplasty Surgeon” first appeared on AAHKS.

April 22, 202624 min

“State of the Art Management of Periprosthetic Fractures of the Femur”, Highlighted Symposium of the 2025 Annual Meeting

Dr. Haidukewych, Dr. Jacobs and Dr. Schwarzkopf join hosts Dr. Crockatt and Dr. Thomas on this episode of the Augment. They discuss the final symposium of the 2025 AAHKS Annual Meeting, “State of the Art Management of Periprosthetic Fractures of the Femur”. This topic continues to be a bigger issue for arthroplasty surgeons, and the guests discuss how they plan for periprosthetic fractures with either revision or fixing, preoperative planning, available reconstructive options and intraoperative pelvic reconstructive techniques. Read the symposium abstract (page 80) and you can watch the symposium on LEARN (Annual Meeting attendees have access to the recordings; if you did not attend the meeting, the recordings can be purchased for CME credit). In this episode: William K. Crockatt, MD W. Christian Thomas, MD George J. Haidukewych, MD Elizabeth Jacobs, MD Ran Schwarzkopf, MD, MScThe post “State of the Art Management of Periprosthetic Fractures of the Femur”, Highlighted Symposium of the 2025 Annual Meeting first appeared on AAHKS.

March 17, 202617 min

“Secrets to Building Your Career”, Highlights of the YAG Annual Meeting Education Panel

Former YAG Chairs Dr. Frisch and Dr. Wolfstadt join Dr. Landy and Dr. Schwartz on this episode of the Augment, to discuss some highlights of the YAG Educational Panel that was held at the 2025 AAHKS Annual Meeting: “Worst Mistakes and Best Decisions in Early Practice: Secrets to Building Your Career.” Tips from the discussion include how to manage issues from the OR, finding your best practice setting and contracting early in your career. They also discussed motivation and best use of time early in practice, while also being prepared for complications or other difficult issues that may arise. The group discusses the importance of building a cohesive team in your OR and clinic, including tips for long-lasting success. Enjoy this episode and we hope to see you at this year’s Educational Panel at the 2026 AAHKS Annual Meeting! In this episode: David C. Landy, MD, PhD Andrew M. Schwartz, MD Nicholas B. Frisch, MD, MBA Jesse I. Wolfstadt, MD, MSc, FRCSCThe post “Secrets to Building Your Career”, Highlights of the YAG Annual Meeting Education Panel first appeared on AAHKS.

February 16, 202614 min

Revising the Spring Meeting with Dr. Vigdorchik and Dr. Buller

Dr. Vigdorchik and Dr. Buller, Chair and Vice Chair of the AAHKS Education Council, respectively, join hosts Dr. Sarpong and Dr. Yoo on this episode of the Augment. They discuss revising Spring Meeting education to the type of sessions members are seeking now, including developing a track specifically for young surgeons. This track will address issues that may not be taught in training, help get attendees more involved with AAHKS and build relationships within the wider arthroplasty profession. In addition, there was discussion of the AAHKS Education Council, which oversees all educational committees and programs to coordinate and ensure great education is provided to members. Check out the 2026 Spring Meeting agenda, including the young surgeon track, and join us in Chicago, IL, April 30 – May 2! In this episode: Nana Sarpong, MD, MBA Charlie J. Yoo, DO, MS Leonard T. Buller, MD Jonathan M. Vigdorchik, MDThe post Revising the Spring Meeting with Dr. Vigdorchik and Dr. Buller first appeared on AAHKS.

January 20, 202622 min

AAHKS Evidence-Based Medicine Committee with Dr. Charles Hannon

Dr. Hannon, chair of the AAHKS Evidence-Based Medicine Committee, joined hosts Dr. Gabrielli, Dr. Crockatt and Dr. Thomas on this episode of the Augment. They discuss Dr. Hannon’s introduction to the committee, while he was a resident under Past President Craig J. Della Valle, MD, discussing evidence for opioid prescriptions and developing clinical practice guidelines for multimodal pain control for TJA. The committee is currently working on obesity guidelines, after having developed several others including dental prophylaxis guidelines in partnership with AAOS. EBM regularly works with partners on these CPGs, including AAOS and the American College of Rheumatology. Discussion also included incorporating AI into EBM practices, current evidence gaps and quality of evidence, new models of randomized trials, getting involved in trials as a young surgeon and more. Go the AAHKS website to review our current CPGs and position statements. In this episode: Alexandra S. Gabrielli, MD William K. Crockatt, MD W. Christian Thomas, MD Charles P. Hannon, MD, MBAThe post AAHKS Evidence-Based Medicine Committee with Dr. Charles Hannon first appeared on AAHKS.

December 16, 202512 min

Developing the 2025 AAHKS Annual Meeting and First Time Attendees

Dr. Buller, 2025 Program Chair, joined hosts Dr. Sarpong and Dr. Yoo on this episode of the Augment. They discuss the importance of the clinical education at the Annual Meeting and bringing it back to the OR, the increased abstract submissions year after year and the utilization of a psychometrician to ensure the highest quality research is presented at the meeting. Dr. Cohen-Rosenblum then talks to two young surgeons who attended their first AAHKS Annual Meeting, including attending the Resident Course. Listen now! In this episode: Nana Sarpong, MD, MBA Charlie J. Yoo, DO, MS Leonard T. Buller, MD Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, MSc Rebecca L. Blair, MD Dia E. Giebaly, MBChB, MSc (Ortho)The post Developing the 2025 AAHKS Annual Meeting and First Time Attendees first appeared on AAHKS.

November 24, 202537 min

AAHKS History and Structure with Drs. Meneghini and Chen

Dr. Meneghini, AAHKS President, and Dr. Chen, AAHKS First Vice President, join hosts Dr. Landy and Dr. Schwartz for this episode of the Augment. They discuss the history of how and why AAHKS was created, the development of the Annual Meeting and how it has changed in the past 35 years but preserved the essence of the association’s beginnings. They also discuss development of the specialty committees to ensure the society stays inclusive and relevant to those coming up in training. Dr. Chen provides an overview of the leadership structure from the presidential line to the council chairs and committees, while Dr. Meneghini explains how all those groups work together to accomplish the goals of the association. Topics then turn to development of the AAHKS Resident Course and what the future of arthroplasty practice may look like, among other issues. Listen now! In this episode: David C. Landy, MD, PhD Andrew M. Schwartz, MD R. Michael Meneghini, MD Antonia F. Chen, MD, MBAThe post AAHKS History and Structure with Drs. Meneghini and Chen first appeared on AAHKS.

October 20, 202529 min

AAHKS Practice Management Committee with Dr. Ben Schwartz

Dr. Schwartz, chair of the AAHKS Practice Management Committee, joined hosts Dr. Landy and Dr. Weber on this episode of the Augment. They discuss the work of the committee, answering coding questions, developing resources for members on value-based care initiatives and other business-related issues. Other topics include developing a white paper on utilizing PCM coding, how Dr. Schwartz became involved with the committee and more broadly with the business of arthroplasty through his practice. Discussion covers development of value-based care and its evolution, taking on risk and getting more involved in the business of care. To learn more about the committee’s work, listen now and check out the CMS TEAM APM resources and other practice management resources on the AAHKS website. In this episode: David C. Landy, MD, PhD Matthew G. Weber, DO Benjamin Schwartz, MD, MBAThe post AAHKS Practice Management Committee with Dr. Ben Schwartz first appeared on AAHKS.

September 22, 202554 min

European Arthroplasty Perspectives

In a new segment looking at arthroplasty surgical practices around the globe, this episode sees the Augment hosts joined by surgeons from Europe. The discussions include differences in training and practice models, reimbursement in training and practice with both public and private insurance systems. They also discuss patient care, including surgical settings, how patients are referred to arthroplasty surgeons, and the big differences in post operative care. In this episode: Jenna A. Bernstein, MD Peter A. Gold, MD Karina E. Bohlen, MD, MBA, Germany Andrew J. Hughes, FRCS, Ireland Pier F. Indelli, MD, PhD, ItalyThe post European Arthroplasty Perspectives first appeared on AAHKS.

August 18, 202517 min

AAHKS Patient and Public Relations Committee with Drs. Stronach and Saxena

Dr. Stronach and Dr. Saxena, chair and vice chair of the AAHKS Patient and Public Relations Committee, join host Dr. Yoo in this episode of The Augment. They discuss developing and providing patient education resources for members to provide their patients to help the patients understand and process what they are going through. Article topics include total vs. partial knee replacement, preparing the home for recovery, pre- and post-op exercise programs, sex after arthroplasty and much more. Articles are available in English and Spanish, with the most popular articles also translated into Hindi. To learn more about the committee’s work, listen now and check out the AAHKS patient education website, hipkneeinfo.org! In this episode: Charlie J. Yoo, DO, MS Arjun Saxena, MD, MBA Benjamin M. Stronach, MDThe post AAHKS Patient and Public Relations Committee with Drs. Stronach and Saxena first appeared on AAHKS.