HSS Presents

In this episode of HSS Presents, rheumatologist Dr. Genna Braverman hosts a conversation with Dr. Arthur Yee and cardiologists Dr. Evelyn Horn and Dr. Irina Sobol on the interplay between the heart and rheumatic diseases. They discuss how conditions like sarcoidosis and scleroderma can affect the myocardium, valves, conduction system, and pulmonary vasculature—leading to heart failure, arrhythmias, and pulmonary hypertension. The p...

In this episode of HSS Presents, Dr. Jessica Heyer is joined by Drs. Shevaun Doyle and Emily Dodwell to explore the diagnosis and management of pediatric physeal and transitional ankle fractures. The team unpacks the unique growth plate closure patterns that give rise to triplane and Tillaux fractures, emphasizing the importance of advanced imaging and early intervention. They discuss surgical approaches, fixation strategies, and t...

In this episode of HSS Presents, physical therapist Joe Molony is joined by pediatric orthopedic surgeon Dr. Peter D. Fabricant, MD, MPH to discuss the diagnosis and treatment of common knee injuries in young athletes, including osteochondritis dissecans (OCD), tibial spine avulsion fractures, and ACL injuries. Dr. Fabricant shares insights into the nuances of managing OCD—from early symptom recognition and non-operative strategies...

In this episode of HSS Presents, Dr. Samuel A. Taylor leads a dynamic roundtable with Drs. Christopher Brusalis, Michael Fu, and Chris Wilhelm, diving into the complex world of massive rotator cuff tears. The panel examines the nuances of diagnosing and treating these injuries, stressing the importance of patient-specific goals over blanket surgical approaches. From evaluating pseudo-paralysis to choosing between SCR, balloon space...

In this episode of HSS Presents, pediatric orthopedic surgeon Dr. Shevaun Doyle is joined by pediatric physical therapist Dr. Magdalena Oledzka to explore congenital muscular torticollis (CMT)—a common condition in infants that, if left untreated, can lead to head tilting, facial asymmetry, and developmental delays. They discuss the early signs and causes of CMT, emphasize the importance of timely intervention, and share practical ...

In this episode of HSS Presents, Dr. Tyler Mange, MD dives into the modern management of clubfoot in children with pediatric orthopedic surgeons Dr. Shevaun Doyle, MD and Dr. David Scher, MD. They explore the evolution and global adoption of the Ponseti Method, a non-surgical treatment approach that has revolutionized care for this common pediatric foot deformity. Listeners will learn about the critical role of early diagnosis, the...

In this episode of HSS Presents, Dr. Peter Sculco, MD, sits down with Dr. Amar S. Ranawat, MD, to talk about the future of robotics in revision joint surgery. With decades of experience in complex hip and knee revisions, Dr. Ranawat shares why he continues to rely on manual techniques and outlines the key principles behind successful outcomes. They discuss the current limitations of robotic systems in revision cases, the importance...

In this episode of HSS Presents, Dr. Bella Mehta, MD, joins Dr. S. Louis Bridges, Jr., MD, PhD, to discuss the growing impact of artificial intelligence in rheumatology. A leading voice in the field, Dr. Mehta shares how tools like machine learning, large language models, and computer vision are already streamlining clinical workflows, accelerating research, and offering new ways to analyze complex data. She highlights practical ap...

In this episode of HSS Presents, Dr. Mary “Peggy” Crow hosts a compelling discussion with Drs. Kyriakos Kirou and Robert Spiera on cutting-edge cellular therapies transforming the treatment of autoimmune rheumatic diseases. The panel delves into the science and clinical promise of CAR T-cell therapy and bispecific T-cell engagers (BiTEs), exploring how these oncology-derived approaches are being applied to conditions like lupus, sc...

In this episode of HSS Presents, Dr. Kyle Kunze, chief orthopedic surgery resident at Hospital for Special Surgery, sits down with Dr. Ayoosh Pareek, orthopedic surgeon and Medical Director of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Health at HSS. Together, they explore the evolving role of AI in musculoskeletal care—from automating clinical workflows to enhancing diagnostic capabilities—and discuss how physicians are uniquely position...

In this episode of HSS Presents, Dr. Samuel A. Taylor, M.D., a sports medicine and shoulder surgery specialist at HSS, hosts an in‐depth discussion on long head of biceps tendon injuries with his esteemed colleagues—mentor Dr. Stephen J. O'Brien, MD, MBA, Dr. James "Beamer" Carr II, and Dr. Sri Pinnamaneni, M.D. The panel delves into the complexities of diagnosing and managing pathology within the biceps–labrum complex. They share ...

In this episode of HSS Presents, Dr. Austin Kaidi hosts an insightful conversation with Dr. Sheeraz Qureshi and Dr. Peter Derman on the evolving role of endoscopy in spine surgery. The discussion explores the advantages and limitations of uniportal and biportal techniques, touching on learning curves, radiation exposure, and cost-effectiveness. Dr. Derman makes the case for endoscopy as a transformative tool for select pathologies,...

In this episode of HSS Presents, Dr. Peter K. Sculco, MD sits down with his colleague Dr. Gwo-Chin Lee, MD, to explore rapid recovery protocols for revision arthroplasty. They compare the well-established, outpatient-focused pathways used in primary joint replacement with the unique challenges of revision surgery—procedures that are longer, more complex, and less predictable. The discussion covers how preoperative optimization and ...

In this episode of HSS Presents, Dr. Peter Sculco is joined by his father, Dr. Thomas Sculco—a renowned expert in joint replacement and director of the Complex Joint Reconstruction Center at HSS—to discuss the evolving role of cones in revision knee arthroplasty. They review how bone loss was managed prior to the advent of cones, the resurgence of impaction grafting, and the shift from hybrid to fully cemented stems for improved ou...

In this episode of HSS Presents, Dr. Farah Musharbash, a spine surgery fellow at HSS, speaks with his mentors, Dr. Han Jo Kim and Dr. Francis Lovecchio, both expert spine surgeons specializing in complex spinal deformity correction. They discuss the evolution of spinal deformity surgery, advancements in surgical techniques, and the importance of preoperative optimization and postoperative recovery pathways. Their conversation highl...

In this episode of HSS Presents, Dr. Jesse Charnoff, an attending physiatrist at HSS specializing in musculoskeletal sports and spine conditions, joins Anil Nandkumar, an advanced clinician and board-certified physical therapist at HSS, to discuss treating pickleball athletes. As the sport continues to grow in popularity, they explore the most common injuries seen in pickleball players, including overuse injuries, Achilles ruptures...

In this episode of HSS Presents, Dr. Joshua Bram, a current orthopedic surgery resident at HSS, speaks with Dr. Michael Ast, an orthopedic surgeon specializing in rapid recovery, short-stay, and outpatient joint replacement surgery. As part of the Young Physician Series, they explore different practice models and the process of finding the right first job. Their conversation covers key considerations for young surgeons, including p...

In this episode of HSS Presents, Dr. Austin Kaidi, MD, an orthopedic surgery resident at HSS, speaks with Dr. Sravisht (Chevy) Iyer, MD, a spine surgeon specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery at HSS. As part of the Young Physician Series, they explore the art and science of teaching trainees in a clinical setting. Their conversation covers strategies for adapting teaching styles to trainees at different stages of their ca...

Can listening to music assist patients’ recovery in the perioperative period? On this episode of HSS Presents, Dr. Stephanie Cheng, an anesthesiologist and director of the Perioperative Integrative Medicine program at HSS, talks with Dr. Veena Graff, an anesthesiologist and pain management specialist at Penn Medicine, about the use of music as medicine. They discuss the evidence on using soothing music as a complementary, nonpharma...