Robotic systems are reshaping practices of early- to mid-career surgeons

Peter Surace, MD

For today’s emerging surgeons, robotics represent more than innovation — these tools offer a strategic advantage; a means of differentiation; and, most importantly, a pathway to more precise, consistent, and patient-centered care.

Research and best practice development can help training programs integrate robotic joint arthroplasty

Shujaa T. Khan, MD; Ahmed K. Emara, MD; Ignacio Pasqualini, MD; Matthew Deren, MD; Nicolas S. Piuzzi, MD

As adoption of robotic-assisted surgery accelerates, training programs face the challenge of effectively integrating these systems into resident and fellow education.

Life after orthopaedics: Cultivating outside hobbies can help surgeons train for retirement

Cassim M. Igram, MD, FAAOS

A common theme I noticed in many articles from the March/April issue of AAOS Now is the importance of having interests outside of orthopaedics.

Expert witness essentials for orthopaedic surgeons at all career stages

J. Mark Melhorn, MD, FAAOS; George B. Holmes Jr., MD, FAAOS

Expert medical witnesses fulfill a critical public service by offering credible, objective, and evidence-based opinions that assist in the fair and informed resolution of legal disputes.