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Johnson and Spitler publish article in Foot & Ankle International
Michael Johnson, M.D., and Clay Spitler, M.D., associate professors in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, are both authors of a recently published article titled “Comparison[…]
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Morsy publishes article on reconstruction of pediatric lateral femoral condyle
Mohamed Morsy, M.D., assistant professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, is an author of a recently published article titled “Reconstruction of a Pediatric Lateral[…]
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When thrown a curveball, UAB patient hits recovery and resilience out of the park
A traumatic hand injury treated by UAB could not hold Waylon Marshall back from his love of baseball and his desire to continue to play.
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UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine to host conference on running medicine
Attendees can learn about how to better optimize their performance and avoid injuries, new research in running medicine, nutrition, mental health, and more.
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Schick receives poster award at MAOA 2023 Annual Meeting
Dr. Samuel Schick, a research fellow with the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, recently won a $500 poster award at the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association (MAOA) 2023[…]
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Summer safety for children: Tips to prevent pediatric orthopaedic injuries during summer break
Kevin Williams, M.D.Summer break is fast approaching, and it is an exciting time for children. Fun activities should be carefully monitored to ensure the prevention[…]
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Momaya appointed to AOSSM Committee
Amit Momaya, M.D., associate professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, has been appointed to the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) Committee. AOSSM[…]
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UAB Sports Medicine team presents at 2023 AANA Annual Meeting
The Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) is an international professional organization of orthopaedic surgeons and other medical professionals who are committed to advancing the[…]
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UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine supports We Love Homewood Day
On Saturday, May 6, 2023, Homewood residents gathered to celebrate We Love Homewood Day 2023 (WLHD) at Homewood Central Park. The event occurred between 10[…]
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Williams and Guy celebrate 25 years of service with UAB
Tiffany GuyThe Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is excited to recognize the commendable dedication of two long-standing employees, Tammy Williams and Tiffany Guy, who have been[…]
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Alabama artist who nearly died creates art for the people who saved him
After being burned in an explosion three years ago, Delrico Gibson thought he would never use his hands again. Now, see the artworks he created[…]
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UAB Medicine leadership programs celebrate more than 100 participants
In the last several years, UAB Medicine and Heersink School of Medicine have worked to bring leadership development to faculty and staff through the UAB[…]
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Hess wins second place in Chestley L. Yelton Resident Essay Competition
Matthew Hess, M.D., a PGY-5 in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, has won second place in the Chestley L. Yelton Resident Essay Competition for his[…]
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Orthopaedic Surgery PGY-4s match into fellowships and enlist in the U.S. Navy
Congratulations to the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery PGY-4 residents on their recent fellowship matches and post-graduation commitments! We are excited to announce where our residents[…]
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Department of Orthopaedic Surgery hosts Staff Appreciation Luncheon
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery hosted a luncheon catered by Jim N Nicks BBQ in appreciation of its staff on Wednesday, May 3, from 11:15[…]
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UAB Medicine team accompanies Birmingham Bulls to finals
The Birmingham Bulls professional hockey team is participating in the 2023 President’s Cup Finals and is being accompanied by members of the UAB Department of[…]
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Smith named 2023 Patient Experience Hero
Ayonna Smith, a patient encounter specialist for the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, has been named a 2023 Patient Experience Hero. Each year during Patient Experience[…]
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Kasprow named Clinical Excellence in Nursing Award recipient
Sarah Kasprow, athletic trainer for Orthopaedic Surgery and the Sports Medicine Clinic at UAB Highlands, has been named one of the Clinical Excellence in Nursing[…]
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New UAB MedCast Episode with Dr. Mabry
For patients experiencing knee pain from osteoarthritis on just one side of the knee, a partial knee replacement may be the best option. Scott Mabry,[…]
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Momaya named one of 10 Sports Medicine Leaders to Know
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Amit Momaya, M.D., was recently listed in Becker's Orthopedic Review's "10 Sports Medicine Leaders to Know." Momaya is[…]
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Keep your eyes, skin, muscles and joints injury-free this spring with these yardwork safety tips
Learn how to prevent and treat some common types of outdoor injuries.
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Momaya publishes study on Traumatic Cartilage Degeneration
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Amit Momaya, M.D., published a study evaluating if similar inflammatory gene patterns exist between the synovium, hyaline cartilage,[…]
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Gould to speak at 2023 AMSSM Conference
UAB Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Sara Gould, M.D. will present at the 2023 American Medical Society for Sports Medicine Annual Meeting in May. The AMSSM[…]
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Fomepizole helps overcome antibiotic-resistant pneumonia in mice
Researchers identify a new target to fight infections caused by the opportunistic lung pathogen Streptococcus pneumoniae — interference with the bacteria’s fermentation metabolism.
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Momaya attends team physician course at TPC 2023
UAB Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Amit Momaya, M.D., represents UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine at the Arthrex Team Physician Controversies: Team Physician Course last month.[…]
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Orthopaedics Trauma team publishes study on the management of open pelvic ring injuries
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor and Director of the Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship Clay Spitler, M.D., alongside Assistant Professor Joey Johnson, M.D., and current[…]
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Johnson moderates symposium at 2023 AOFAS Winter Meeting
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor and Residency Program Director Michael Johnson, M.D., moderated at the 2023 American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society Winter[…]
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Department first to pilot first-in-state online scheduling for patients
Patients of UAB Sports & Exercise Medicine and UAB Orthopaedic Services can now easily schedule their appointments online with many providers, adding to the convenience[…]
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Momaya publishes study on Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Amit Momaya, M.D., published a study comparing physical activity levels between individuals with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome and uninjured[…]
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Boohaker invited to speak at AAOHN
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Andrea Boohaker, CRNP, is invited to speak at the 2023 American Association of Occupational Health Nurses National Conference later this[…]
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Knee Replacement Robot joins suite of cutting-edge technology used by UAB Orthopaedics
The VA Orthopaedic Surgery Joint Service recently added a new robotic surgery option for Birmingham VA Medical Center patients needing knee replacement surgery. The ROSA[…]
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Williams & Padgett awarded POSNA grant
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Assistant Professor Kevin Williams, M.D., and Research Fellow Anthony Padgett, was awarded a one-year Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America[…]
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Schick awarded MAOA grant
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Research Fellow Samuel Schick was awarded the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association Education Grant for Senior Residents/Fellows to attend the 2023 Annual Meeting.[…]
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Staying safe on the slopes: injury prevention tips for skiers and snowboarders
UAB Sports Medicine offers some ways to make that last ski trip of the winter a safe one.
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Department welcomes Hiatt & Morsy
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is pleased to welcome Luke Hiatt, M.D., and Mohamed Morsy, M.D., as assistant professors of orthopaedic surgery. Hiatt joins the[…]
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The Return - Fitzgerald Mofor
The UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine program supports the community and provides care to patients from across the Southeast. Each story is unique and shows[…]
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Theiss named co-chair of international comprehensive spine course
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Professor and John D. Sherrill Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery Steven Theiss, M.D., has been named co-chair of the joint North[…]
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Momaya selected to AANA Education Committee
The Arthroscopy Association of North America has selected UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Amit Momaya, M.D., as a member of their Educational Committee.[…]
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Your guide to UAB Ortho at AAOS 2023
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery faculty and trainees will head to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2023 Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada from[…]
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Spine Team publishes study on postoperative Ileus risk factors
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Professor and John D. Sherrill Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery Steven Theiss, M.D., alongside Associate Professor Sakthivel Rajaram Manoharan, M.D. and[…]
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Department presents research at NASS & OTA Conferences in late 2022
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery presents at both the North American Spine Society (NASS) Conference in Chicago and the Orthopaedic Trauma Association (OTA) Conference in[…]
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Mabry on UAB MedCast
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Assistant Professor Scott Mabry, M.D., was a recent guest on UAB Medicine's podcast - UAB MedCast. This podcast series is[…]
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Siegel to be Surgeon Faculty for Complex Hip & Knee Revision Symposium
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Professor Herrick Siegel, M.D. has been selected to be on the Surgeon Faculty for the Johnson & Johnson Institute -[…]
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Boohaker receives Frontline Champion Award
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Andrea Boohaker, CRNP was named "Frontline Champion” for the Opioid Stewardship Program during UAB Quality Week 2022. The Opioid Stewardship[…]
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Brabston and Momaya publish study on orthopedic consequences of modern gladiators
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Will Brabston, M.D., alongside Associate Professor Amit Momaya, M.D., and former Research Fellow Joseph Elphingstone, M.D., published a[…]
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Spine Team publishes study on Unilateral atlanto-occipital injury
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Professor and John D. Sherrill Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery Steven Theiss, M.D., alongside Associate Professor Sakthivel Rajaram Manoharan, M.D., former[…]
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Siegel accepted into Surgical Leadership Program at Harvard
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Professor Dr. Herrick Siegel has been accepted to the Surgical Leadership Program at Harvard Medical School. This leadership program offers[…]
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Johnson selected to Future Trauma Leaders Program
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Assistant Professor Dr. Joseph Johnson has been elected to the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma (COT) Future Trauma Leaders[…]
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The Return – Keagan McEwan
Each day, the UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine program supports the community and provides care to patients from across the Southeast. Each story is unique[…]
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Brabston and Momaya publishes study on Allograft reconstruction for HS and RHS lesions
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Will Brabston, M.D., alongside Associate Professor Amit Momaya, M.D., published a study addressing the outcomes of allograft reconstruction[…]
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The Return - Lynley Jackson
Each day, the UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine program supports the community and provides care to patients from across the Southeast. Each story is unique[…]
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A Brief History of UAB's Orthopaedic Legacy
Dr. John D. Sherrill (right) meets with the Monday Morning Quarterback Club, 1944.Authors: David A. Patch, MD, Matthew C. Hess, MD, Michael D. Johnson, MD, Steven[…]
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Five Orthopaedic Surgery faculty receive 2022 UAB Patient Experience Excellence Awards
The UAB Medicine Office of Patient Experience and Engagement has awarded five Department of Orthopaedic Surgery faculty and staff 2022 Patient Experience Excellence Awards[…]
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GOAAAAAL! World Cup soccer returns
UAB Sports & Exercise Medicine offers ways to avoid soccer injuries.
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Department welcomes Mabry
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is pleased to welcome Scott Mabry, M.D. as assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery. Mabry will specialize in joint preservation surgery. Mabry[…]
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Hand Department travels to ASSH 2022 Annual Meeting
The UAB Orthopaedic Surgery Hand Department represented UAB at the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH) 2022 Annual Meeting this past September. The[…]
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Momaya chosen to speak at NSCA Alabama State Clinic 2022
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor and Section Chief of Sports Medicine Amit Momaya, M.D., was selected to speak at the National Strength and[…]
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Elphingstone wins COS Rapid Fire Presentation Award
Joseph Elphingstone, M.D.UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Research Fellow Joseph Elphingstone, M.D., won the Clinical Orthopaedic Society (COS) Rapid-Fire Presentation Award for his work on[…]
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Patch publishes study on the possible risks of taking Piperacillin-tazobactam for open fracture injuries
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Resident David Patch, M.D., alongside Associate Professor Clay Spitler, M.D., published a study focusing on the effects of prophylactic piperacillin-tazobactam[…]
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UAB researcher examines effect of equestrian helmets on head and neck injuries
Gould’s helmet research added variables such as fall height and the type of surface struck.
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Brabston Chosen to Present at Annual ASES 2022 Meeting
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Assistant Professor Eugene Brabston, M.D., was selected to speak at the 2022 Annual American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) Meeting.
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Department Workers' Comp Represent at ASIA Conference
UAB Orthopaedic Surgery Workers’ Compensation RN Workers’ Comp Coordinator Natasha B. Hatch, MSHQS, BSN, RN, along with physician representative Dr. Richard Meyer and Andrea Boohaker, DNP, CRNP,[…]
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51 medical students named winners of annual Medical Student Research Day competition
Medical Student Research Day celebrates the research accomplishments of medical students and provides them with the opportunity to present their projects to fellow students and[…]
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Reed Publishes Study on Age & Complication Rates in Calcaneus Fractures
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery research fellow Logan Reed alongside Associate Professors Dr. Michael Johnson and Dr. Clay Spitler, published a study focusing on complication rates[…]
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Safe skating: tips for avoiding injuries in hockey
Hockey is a fast moving game played on an unyielding surface. That is a recipe for injury.
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Patch, Johnson compare the LEA and STA approach to calcaneal fractures
University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor and Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program Director Michael D. Johnson, M.D., and Orthopaedic Surgery Resident[…]
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UAB care team leads patient through life-changing internal decapitation
An internal decapitation is rare but not unheard of, and it takes a team to help a patient recover.
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Siegel named invited faculty for International Society of Limb Salvage meeting
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Professor Herrick Siegel, M.D., was invited to present his research at the International Society of Limb Salvage (ISOLS) meeting on September 6-9[…]
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How to stay safe at Birmingham’s new skateboard park
Skateboarding is hot, and UAB Medicine can help young skateboarders stay safe.
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Tug of war: common injuries that you might experience too
With The World Games 2022 just around the corner, UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine is gearing up to support several events, like outdoor tug of[…]
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Department celebrates residents through awards day and chief resident dinner
The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program honored its chief residents, as well as supporting faculty and residents across the program, at Resident Research Day as well[…]
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Following car wreck, entire family treated by UAB Orthopaedics
On January 4, 2022, the Henry family– father, mother, daughter, and girlfriend– were driving to Washington, D.C. to do some sightseeing. With daughter Amy Henry,[…]
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Hello, goodbye 2022: Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
For the first time in two year, UAB Heersink School of Medicine Match Day was held in person. Fourth-year medical students across the country engaged[…]
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UAB Orthopaedics represents at 2022 AOS/MOS Annual Meeting
The Alabama Orthopaedic Society (AOS) hosted their annual meeting May 19-21 at the Grand Hotel in Point Clear, Alabama, and several UAB Orthopaedic Surgery faculty[…]
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UAB Adult Reconstructive and Total Joints Fellowship matches with first fellow
The UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Adult Reconstructive and Total Joints Fellowship has matched with its first fellow, Waleed Hardan, M.D., who will join the[…]
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Patch and team publish "Diagnosis and Management of Traumatic Hemipelvectomy"
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery incoming resident David Patch, M.D., alongside his colleagues, published a review article titled “Diagnosis and Management of Traumatic Hemipelvectomy” in the[…]
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Department Timeline
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Momaya aims to reduce risk of re-tear for patients after an ACL injury
Each year, over 250,000 individuals in the United States will suffer an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, according to the Center for Disease Control. For[…]
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Wall wins ACS research award
UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery PGY3 Resident Kevin Wall, M.D., MPH, received the American College of Surgeons Excellence in Research Award in the orthopaedic surgery[…]
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Getting back in the race after in-marathon femur fracture
Her leg broke at mile 16 of a marathon. Thanks to UAB Orthopaedics, she was racing again in seven months.
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Strom and team publish research on infection and total hip arthroplasty
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery PGY-5 Resident Shane Strom, M.D., alongside his colleagues published “Risk Factors for Deep Infection and Conversion Total Hip Arthroplasty after Operative Combined[…]
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UAB Ortho set to attend SOA 2022
The UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery will travel to White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia for the 39th Annual Southern Orthopaedic Association (SOA) meeting July 21-23.
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Momaya gives commentary for Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor and Section Chief of Sports Medicine Amit Momaya, M.D., recently published an editorial commentary in Journal of Arthroscopic and[…]
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Spitler and team snag lead article for May issue of the JAAOS
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor and Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs Clay Spitler, M.D., and team, were selected for the lead article of the Journal[…]
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Momaya presented abstract at Emory Sports Medicine Symposium
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor and Section Chief of Sports Medicine Amit Momaya, M.D., was honored to have his abstract accepted at the 15th[…]
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UAB Ortho team wins Foundation for Orthopaedic Trauma grant
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor and Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs Clay Spitler, M.D., alongside Residents Matthew Hess, M.D., and David Patch,M.D., were awarded a[…]
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Foot and Ankle Fellowship matches with Singh
The Department of Orthoapedic Surgery is pleased to welcome Swapnil Singh, M.D., to the Foot and Ankle Fellowship program in the 2022-2023 cohort.
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Gould and team publish research on pediatric concussion recovery
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Sara Gould, M.D., published “Socioeconomic and demographic considerations of pediatric concussion recovery” in the Journal of Clinical Neuroscience.
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Medical student mentee wins breakout room award at symposium
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Mentee and MS3 in the UAB Heersink School of Medicine Kelly Chandler won a breakout room award at the Medical Student[…]
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Siegel virtually presenting at orthopaedic conference in Australia
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Professor Herrick Siegel, M.D., is scheduled to present his research virtually at the Orthopaedic Down Under Symposium in Sydney, Australia, May 13-14.
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UAB Ortho faculty, trainees win JBJS research award
Editors of The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery and JBJS Open Access selected authors of the research “Disparities Among Industry's Highly Compensated Orthopaedic Surgeons”[…]
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Cichos, alongside faculty, publishes in Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
Department of Orthpaedic Surgery Postdoctoral Student Kyle Chichos, B.S., published “Isothermal Microcalorimetry Improves the Time to Diagnosis of Fracture-related Infection Compared with Conventional Tissue Cultures”[…]
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Journey to MD: Kennieth McCollough
Typically, undergraduate students major in pre-med, chemistry, or even biology before becoming a hopeful applicant to medical school, following their graduation from a four-year bachelor’s[…]
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UAB Ortho Alumni Reception at AOS/MOS Annual Meeting
The Alabama Orthopaedic Society (AOS) is hosting their annual meeting May 19-21 at the Grand Hotel in Point Clear, Alabama.
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Wall wins SOA/OREF Resident Award
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery PGY-3 resident Kevin Wall, M.D., MPH, earned the Southern Orthopaedic Association (SOA) and Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation (OREF) Resident Award.
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Casp speaks on hip arthroscopy as a new frontier in treating hip pain
Hip arthroscopy is a relatively new and expanding field to treat hip impingement and groin pain in young active individuals. The hip labrum can tear,[…]
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Momaya, Casp, Brabston talk new rotator cuff tear treatment with UAB Medcast
Rotator cuff tears are painful and limiting for patients; larger tears have had poor outcomes in general and have often been deemed irreparable. But a[…]
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UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine named medical provider for the USFL
UAB Medicine will provide sideline physicians, preseason and postseason player physicals, mental health services, nutritionist consultations, clinical services, an employee health database and other services.
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Ghanem and Siegel investigate muscle inflammation and osteoarthritis
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Section Chief of Joint Arthroplasty Elie Ghanem, M.D., and Professor Herrick Siegel, M.D., published “Perioperative Assessment of Muscle Inflammation Susceptibility in[…]
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Spitler collaborates with peers across the nation to study fracture nonunion patients
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Director of Clinical Research and Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs Clay Spitler, M.D., recently published “The Prevalence of Metabolic and Endocrine[…]