Frontiers of Orthopaedic Surgery

What if knee replacement surgery started with the knee in front of you, not a textbook standard? That's the premise behind functional knee phenotyping, the topic of this episode with host Joaquin Moya-Angeler and guests Michael Hirschmann and Sebastien Lustig. Rather than applying rigid mechanical alignment rules across the board, this approach asks surgeons to read each patient's unique anatomy and soft tissue behaviour – and to plan surgery around it. Hirschmann and Lustig walk through what...

Host Joaquin Moya-Angeler sits down with Elizaveta Kon and Laura de Girolamo to unpack the fast-growing field of orthobiologics – biologic therapies, including platelet-rich plasma (PRP), used to treat joint and musculoskeletal conditions. The conversation opens with a quickfire round of ten questions, giving both guests a chance to weigh in on where the field currently stands. One theme comes through clearly: PRP preparation and outcomes still vary significantly from case to case, which make...

In this episode, we explore the advancements in ACL reconstruction with orthopedic experts Andy Williams and Antonio Klasan. Join host Joaquin Moya Angeler as they discuss the seven key elements for successful ACL surgery, the importance of individualised graft selection, and the role of innovative technologies in improving patient outcomes. Discover how understanding associated injuries and rehabilitation can lead to better recovery rates and what the future holds for sports surgery. Key the...

In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of knee osteotomies with esteemed orthopedic surgeons Dr. Matthieu Ollivier and Dr. Kristian Kley. Key themes: Historical significance of knee osteotomiesMisconceptions surrounding themTechnical aspects of performing osteotomies (e.g. 3D planning software and patient-specific instrumentation)Importance of preserving this techniquePapers, books and resources discussed: "Femoral and Tibial Bony Risk Factors for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuri...

In the pilot episode of Frontiers in Orthopaedic Surgery, host Joaquin Moya Angeler sits down with Professor Michael Hirschmann – editor-in-chief of KSSTA Journal – to explore the trends, technologies, and philosophies shaping the future of orthopaedic surgery. Key takeaways: Mentorship is essential for emerging professionals in orthopaedicsPersonalized medicine – not mean value thinking – is the future of orthopaedic researchAI and robotics enhance surgical capability, but cannot replace the...