Many complex wrist injuries are missed on initial assessments. A complete scapholunate ligament tear often goes undiagnosed until it causes debilitating pain and long-term joint instability. This storyboard sequence takes you through the entire journey, starting with the initial assessment. Observe the pre-operative X-ray, which clearly shows a wide gap between the scaphoid and lunate… [Read More]
Surgeries rarely present exactly as planned, especially when dealing with complex, progressive conditions like Rheumatoid arthritis. In this intense #LiveSurgeryTuesday segment, Dr. Alejandro Badia tackle a multi-layered challenge: a 38-year-old female patient with critical, progressive left-hand pain and limited motion in both her wrist and fingers. Originally preparing for a total wrist replacement, Dr. Badia… [Read More]
Step inside the operating room and discover how a minimally invasive shoulder arthroscopy is performed. In this procedure, a small camera is introduced into the joint, allowing the surgeon to visualize key structures such as the labrum and biceps. Through 2–3 small portals, specialized instruments like shavers, retrievers, and thermal probes are used to treat… [Read More]
In this video, Dr. Alejandro Badia meets with Yvette, an emergency physician from Jamaica, for her one-year post-operative follow-up. Yvette suffered a complex scapholunate ligament tear, a severe wrist injury that is often more complicated to treat than a standard fracture and requires highly specialized care. Dr. Badia explains the intricacies of her open surgical… [Read More]
Join Dr. Alejandro Badia and his patient, Stevie, just two days after undergoing a shoulder arthroscopy for a partial rotator cuff tear. Stevie, an avid triathlete and paddle player, shares his incredible post-op experience, reporting “nearly zero pain” less than 40 hours after the procedure! Dr. Badia explains how their onsite MRI accurately diagnosed the… [Read More]
A simple trip and fall at work can sometimes lead to complex, hidden damage. In this two-year follow-up, Dr. Alejandro Badia sits down with an active-duty police officer who suffered a severe wrist injury after bracing for a fall. Initially, these types of trauma can easily be overlooked because standard imaging often fails to show… [Read More]
Join Dr. Alejandro Badia and his patient, Uwe, one month after she received her second corticosteroid injection to treat a severe, non-surgical tendon problem. In this follow-up visit, Uwe shares her amazing progress: her constant night pain has subsided, and she has regained a significant range of motion, allowing her to easily reach her neck… [Read More]
Watch as Chris shares his experience less than 48 hours after surgery to repair a complete Radial Collateral Ligament (RCL) tear in his thumb. Originally mistaking his car accident injury for a simple “jammed finger,” Chris dealt with the pain for two months before seeking expert care. In this video, Dr. Alejandro Badia explains the… [Read More]
What happens when surgery doesn’t go as planned? In this #LiveSurgeryTuesday episode, Dr. Alejandro Badia explores a complex case involving a 38-year-old female patient with severe rheumatoid arthritis. Experiencing progressive left-hand dominant wrist and finger pain with limited motion, she initially went in for an arthroplasty. However, as Dr. Badia explains, “in surgery, you have… [Read More]
Are insurance middlemen standing between you and the medical care you deserve? The current state of the US healthcare system is a pervasive problem that affects 20% of the national economy, creating daily roadblocks for both dedicated clinicians and the patients who urgently need their help. In this video, Dr. Alejandro Badia shares highlights from… [Read More]
Have you ever wondered what it is truly like to navigate the US healthcare system from a doctor’s perspective? In this engaging presentation, Dr. Alejandro Badia dives deep into the inspiration behind his book, Healthcare from the Trenches. He shares his observation that while most people only focus on healthcare when a loved one is sick,… [Read More]
“Ever since I was a boy, I’ve liked to use my hands as tools.” This powerful opening line from Dr. Alejandro Badia‘s medical school application perfectly foreshadowed his destiny as a leading orthopedic surgeon. In this touching introductory speech, a lifelong friend and mentor reflects on those early days, sharing a behind-the-scenes look at the… [Read More]
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