by Dr. Kevin J. Choo and Dr. Jonathan L. Berliner Hip and knee replacements are among the most commonly performed procedures in the U.S. and previously required an inpatient hospital stay. Increasingly, these surgeries are performed in outpatient settings for appropriate candidates, offering patients the convenience and safety of returning home the same day. Have […]
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How did you get interested in orthopedics? I have always loved working with my hands and fixing things. Orthopedic surgery is unique because, in addition to treating conditions, we can cure them in some cases. Hip and knee replacements are particularly successful surgeries that can lead patients to healthier and happier lifestyles. What is your […]
What is scoliosis? Scoliosis is an abnormal side-to-side curvature of the spine. When looking at a person with scoliosis from the front, his or her spine may be more shaped like a “C” or a “S”. This can lead to the shoulders and/or hips being uneven. If the curve is large enough, it can cause […]
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How did you become interested in neurosurgery? I was drawn to the delicate and precise function of the nervous system, and how it plays a critical role in defining us as people. Pathologies of the brain and spine can strike at a person’s sense of identity – memories, ability to talk, and move. It is […]
How did you get interested in hand surgery? I became interested in hand surgery early in my orthopedic surgery training. As orthopaedic surgeons, and specifically hand surgeons, we are in a unique position to restore function and significantly improve patients’ lives in a variety of ways. I really enjoy the breadth of problems that we are […]
How did you get interested in spine surgery? I became interested in medicine at a younger age when my father was diagnosed with bone cancer and required a lifesaving operation. Seeing my dad receive such amazing care influenced me to pursue a career in medicine. I was drawn toward the field of spine surgery specifically […]
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