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evidence, education & leadership

Insights & Education

Evidence Made Practical

Clinical evidence matters most when it improves decisions. Here, I share practical perspectives on foot and ankle surgery, biomechanics, patient optimization, medical education, physician leadership, healthcare policy, and the future of podiatric medicine.

These insights are designed for surgeons, residents, students, healthcare leaders, and patients seeking thoughtful, evidence-based information.

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View fullsize ⚠️ Tendon Transfer Pearl: Under-Tensioned Transfers Fail More Than Over-Tensioned Ones A fascinating JBJS cadaver biomechanics paper examined whether tensioning errors in split tibialis tendon transfers actually matter. Their conclusion? Smaller t
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View fullsize Why I Prefer SERI for Moderate Hallux Valgus 🦶 A recent study comparing SERI and Chevron osteotomy for moderate hallux valgus found better radiographic correction, lower pain scores, and higher patient satisfaction with SERI at one year. Honestly,
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View fullsize As President of the American Podiatric Medical Association, I had the opportunity to attend the American Medical Association House of Delegates this week in Chicago. Podiatric surgeons attended as invited observers, engaging in conversations that sh
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View fullsize A bunion is not simply a bump on the side of the foot. And bunion surgery may not be simply “elective.” A newly published nationwide study of 127,990 older adults found that patients who underwent bunion surgery had a 16% lower fall ris
View fullsize SERVICE. Not because it is easy. Not because it is expected. Because serving others is one of life’s highest callings. In medicine, leadership, family, friendship, and community, showing up matters. And for those who noticed the hat…
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View fullsize Your Consent Form Won’t Protect You One of the biggest lessons I have learned after thousands of surgeries: The operation is not the whole procedure. Consent is part of the procedure. Too often, informed consent becomes a checkbox, a clipboa
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