Dr. Alejandro Badia shared powerful insights from his book Healthcare from the Trenches.
During a packed, standing-room-only gathering at Books & Books in Coral Gables on March 13, 2026, Dr. Alejandro Badia shared powerful insights from his book Healthcare from the Trenches.
The discussion offered a candid look at the current state of the U.S. healthcare system, shedding light on the real-world challenges faced by both providers and patients. Attendees engaged in a dynamic conversation about systemic barriers, inefficiencies, and opportunities for meaningful reform in healthcare delivery.
Drawing from more than three decades of experience as an internationally recognized hand and upper extremity surgeon, Dr. Badia provided a unique, frontline perspective shaped by treating complex cases and elite athletes from around the world. Based in Miami and founder of OrthoNOW, he emphasized the urgent need to rethink healthcare through physician-driven innovation and technology. His message centered on a critical question: how can we improve care globally by better aligning medical expertise, patient needs, and modern solutions?
