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Don't miss the latest JAAOS Journal Club episode!
Episode host Amiethab Aiyer, MD, FAAOS and episode panelists Bill Hamilton, MD, FAAOS; Dawn La Porte, MD, FAAOS; and Mike Weaver, MD, FAAOS, FACS discuss Residency and Preference Signaling. Listen HERE or wherever you get your podcasts! journals.lww.com/jaaos/podca…
Frail elderly patients face elevated risk after ankle fracture surgery.
A new study from @TylerWillOrtho proposes a preoperative risk score to predict surgical site complications in this population, supporting more informed consent and perioperative planning. bit.ly/46TFJ7c
A growing number of orthopaedic surgeons are choosing to opt out of Medicare.
A new analysis from @HopkinsOrtho examines the trends, demographics, and motivations behind this decision and considers what it means for patient access to care. bit.ly/4htRmq7
How has the treatment of osteochondral lesions of the talus evolved over the past 40 years?
A new bibliometric analysis tracks publication trends, emerging surgical approaches, and areas where evidence gaps remain. bit.ly/46PAkhr
Want expert‑led ortho videos? Dive into the JAAOS video collection and sharpen your skills: bit.ly/3sX3cPZ
Does combining gabapentinoids with opioids carry unintended consequences after joint replacement?
A new study from @gkberger quantifies the risk of overdose and adverse events associated with this common postoperative pain management strategy. bit.ly/4AEa1IJ
Complications after trimalleolar ankle fracture fixation may be driven more by patient health than surgical factors.
A new national database analysis from @PGMastrokostas, @MaimoHealth, & @DownstateOrtho identifies the comorbidities most strongly associated with 90-day ED revisits and readmissions.
bit.ly/4hxy0ka
Pickleball's surge in popularity has brought a wave of Achilles tendon injuries.
A new study examines return-to-sport outcomes specifically for pickleball players following Achilles tendon rupture, offering practical guidance for an increasingly common patient. bit.ly/4ypqHCg
Don't miss the latest JAAOS Unplugged podcast!
Host Rex Lutz, DO (@RexLutzDO) interviews Carlos A. Higuera Rueda, MD, FAAOS (@carhigueramd), and Elizabeth K. Carlino, MD, discussing their research article, “Optimal Duration of Antibiotic Holiday Before Reimplantation in Two-Stage Exchange Arthroplasty for Periprosthetic Joint Infection: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis” from the October 1, 2026 issue.
Listen HERE or anywhere you get your podcasts. bit.ly/4Ag5wDT
JAAOS is putting out a call for papers!
JAAOS accepts standard review, research, training room, and surgical technique articles.
All article types besides research require an attending physician as the lead author and corresponding authors.
Review articles require a proposal before submitting a full article and have very specific author requirements.
JAAOS welcomes traditional research articles and places no limits on authorship qualifications. No manuscript proposal is necessary.
Please see here for more information on submitting to the journal and article type requirements along with authorship requirements. edmgr.ovid.com/jaaos/account…
AAOS seeks nominations and applications for Editor-in-Chief of JAAOS! Lead the journal’s vision and strategy, advancing high-quality orthopaedic scholarship and clinical knowledge.
Apply by Nov. 15, 2026: bit.ly/4iew808
How does obesity shape outcomes after secondary Achilles reconstruction?
New research compares postoperative results and reimbursement measures between obese and non-obese patients undergoing surgery for Achilles tendinopathy. bit.ly/3TxwcQa
What options exist when elbow OA progresses but arthroplasty is not the preferred solution?
This new review from @DrDeBernardis examines the range of non-arthroplasty treatments available for primary elbow osteoarthritis. bit.ly/4hAF2od
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Got insights for trainees or early‑career surgeons? JAAOS is accepting submissions for the Training Room section! Learn how to submit: bit.ly/3JU9Rnr
Tick-borne illnesses are showing up in orthopaedic clinics more frequently.
A new review addresses Lyme arthritis and alpha-gal syndrome specifically, helping surgeons recognize these conditions and understand how they intersect with musculoskeletal care. bit.ly/4znZ4tB
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Don't miss a vlog post from the Sounds From the Training Room!
Dr. Pasquinelly gives tips on build trust with scrub techs and OR nurses. Watch more here! bit.ly/4xTJF30
Building an orthopaedic startup is more than having a great idea.
A new piece from @NUFeinbergMed outlines the path from clinical insight to medical device company, covering validation, regulatory strategy, funding, and market entry. bit.ly/4hgmniF
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Radiation therapy has applications in orthopaedics beyond cancer treatment.
A new review examines the evidence for low dose radiation therapy in benign musculoskeletal conditions, including heterotopic ossification prophylaxis and select inflammatory disorders. bit.ly/4z64hWL
JAAOS Global wants to congratulate the University of Hong Kong @HKUOrtho on their collection, The University of Hong Kong Collection bit.ly/4ycQ4rc
We thank you for your continued partnership with JAAOS Global.
Radiation exposure is an occupational hazard that orthopaedic surgeons face throughout their careers.
A new review from @OrthoAtYale outlines current guidelines, quantifies the cumulative health impact, and presents practical techniques for reducing exposure in the operating room. bit.ly/3VDVlt0
