6-8 Weeks: Perspectives on Sports Medicine
6-8 Weeks: Perspectives on Sports Medicine presents the people and stories behind sports medicine in our community. Hosted by Dr. Nirav Pandya, MD, Dr. Brian Feeley, MD, and Dr. Drew Lansdown, MD. Please note the podcast represent the opinions of the hosts and should not be substituted for medical advice.
Episodes
April 14, 2025 • 13 mins
The NBA Play In Tournament begins this week. The Golden State Warriors play the Memphis Grizzlies tomorrow with some lingering injury concerns. Listen to our mini-podcast as we break down thumb injuries and thigh contusions as well have a bonus breakdown for Celtics fans about knee injections.
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March 27, 2025 • 25 mins
In this episode of Six to Eight Weeks, Dr. Drew Lansdown and Dr. Brian Feeley break down what’s new in rotator cuff repair surgery. From surgical technique to regenerative medicine, tendon transfers to reverse shoulder replacements, this is a comprehensive look at what we know, what we’ve learned, and where the field is going
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March 19, 2025 • 18 mins
From weekend warriors on the slopes to NFL players taking hard hits, collarbones take a beating. But not all clavicle injuries are the same. Some require immediate surgery, while others heal just fine without intervention. Some look dramatic but aren’t functionally limiting, while others can be downright dangerous. Listen to our latest podcast as we break down fractures, SC joint dislocations, and AC joint separations.
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March 6, 2025 • 19 mins
Lots of NBA injury news this past week with Wembanyama's blood clot, complex surgical options being discussed for Joel Embiid, and a loose cartilage fragment for Jalen Suggs. Listen to our latest podcast as we break it all down from a sports medicine perspective.
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February 27, 2025 • 38 mins
Listen to Dr. Nirav Pandya's talk at UCSF Grand Rounds as he comprehensively discusses the current state of youth sports from injury risk to the impact on professional athlete performance.
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February 10, 2025 • 22 mins
On this episode of Six to Eight Weeks: Perspectives on Sports Medicine, Dr. Drew Lansdown sits down with Dr.
Nirav Pandya and Dr. Brian Feeley to discuss their recent research published in the Orthopedic Journal of Sports Medicine. Their study touches on two of the biggest topics in modern sports: early sports specialization and load management in the NBA.
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February 6, 2025 • 15 mins
Huge move for the Warriors with Jimmy Butler coming over before the NBA trade deadline. Listen to our latest podcast as we break down what it means from a health and injury perspective.
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February 2, 2025 • 15 mins
In this episode of Six to Eight Weeks: Perspectives on Sports Medicine, we discuss what it would look like if the NBA and collegiate basketball had an official overseer of player health, injury prevention, and long-term athlete development. What would we propose and how would it look?
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January 27, 2025 • 27 mins
In this week’s episode, Dr. Feeley sits down with Danny Keller, a physical therapist and frequent guest, to discuss a topic that resonates with many patients: the challenges of recovering after surgery. Their conversation offers valuable insights for anyone
navigating the often difficult journey of post-surgical rehabilitation.
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January 19, 2025 • 20 mins
This week, Dr. Feeley and Danny Keller, a seasoned physical therapist, tackle the critical topic of returning to sports after injury. Whether it’s skiing, basketball, or soccer, bridging the gap between "almost ready" and "fully ready" can be daunting.
Here’s what you need to know.
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January 8, 2025 • 18 mins
It’s been a tough weekend for Bay Area sports fans—the Warriors faced a tough loss to the Kings, and the 49ers’ season ended on a disappointing note with a loss to the Arizona Cardinals. In this week's podcast, we’re diving into the key injuries that defined the 49ers’ season and what they mean for the team moving forward.
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December 17, 2024 • 22 mins
In this week's episode, we tackle a topic on many patients' minds: medical imaging. From x-rays to MRIs, CT scans, and ultrasounds, imaging plays a vital role in diagnosing and treating orthopedic injuries. Our discussion dives into the nuances of when and why we use these tools, providing insight into how imaging guides decision-making in sports medicine.
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November 25, 2024 • 20 mins
In this week’s episode, Dr. Brian Feeley and Dr. Drew Lansdown tackle one of the most talked-about topics in professional football: quarterback shoulder injuries. Listen as the duo dives into the anatomy, mechanics, and recovery process for these critical injuries. As the NFL season progresses past the 60% mark, this conversation is not only timely but also crucial for fans, athletes, and anyone interested in the intersection of sp...
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November 21, 2024 • 30 mins
This week, we’re diving into the nerve-wracking yet pivotal experience of residency interviews, focusing on orthopedic surgery. Joining us is our very own Andrew Gatto, one of our interns and the technical wizard behind the podcast. Andrew isn’t just our producer—he’s also fresh off navigating the grueling residency application and interview process. With his insights, along
with those of Dr. Lansdown, we’re unpacking everything fr...
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November 11, 2024 • 25 mins
Listen to our latest episode as we sit down with Dr. Amiethab Aiyer from Johns Hopkins University who has built an incredible reputation, not only as a foot and ankle surgeon, but also as a mentor to so many budding orthopedic surgeons across the country.
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November 4, 2024 • 27 mins
In our latest podcast, we bring in a leading expert on pain, Dr. William Schmidt. He is an expert on pain and has worked over the past three decades in developing pain medications across several classes of therapeutics.
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October 22, 2024 • 20 mins
The NBA regular season is starting! Listen to our latest podcast as we break down how injuries may impact the Warriors this season as well as some bonus analysis of injuries to other key players in the NBA.
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October 15, 2024 • 14 mins
When do you need to worry about your limb alignment? Can surgeons shorten or lengthen limbs? What exactly is an osteotomy? Listen to our latest podcast with UCSF orthopedic surgeon and limb differences expert, Dr. Jaclyn Hill.
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October 7, 2024 • 23 mins
Do you have patellofemoral joint pain? Have you suffered from patellar instability? Listen to our latest podcast as we sit down with Dr. John Fulkerson, Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Yale specializing in patella instability surgery and 3-D innovative research.
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September 28, 2024 • 21 mins
Concussions continue to be a problem in all levels of football. Listen to our latest podcast as we sit down with Dr. Chris Nowinski from the Concussion Legacy Foundation to discuss Tua Tagovailoa, Brett Favre, youth football, and more.
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