Melissa Laflamme, MD, FAAOS
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Active Fellow
CHUL
Quebec City, Quebec, CANADA
Member Since: 2008
How has the AAOS helped you throughout your career?
Stay up to date with the orthopaedic literature.
As an Active Fellow Member, which AAOS resources do you use most and why?
JAAOS for sure! I love the yellow journal! The articles are always interesting, and I can suggest them to my residents.
What’s the best advice you were ever given? Who was it from?
Don’t worry, a little numbness is common after foot surgery! ;) From Dr Kevin Wing.
What’s your go-to productivity trick?
Trying to do the paperwork early in the morning!
What’s one thing you’re currently trying to make a habit?
Since the beginning of my career, I always thank the OR team at the end of the day, even when it was a tough one.
What hobbies do you enjoy in your spare time?
Mountain biking and running.
Tell us a fun fact about yourself that not many people know?
I used to be a butterfly swimmer.