When Surgery Doesn’t Go as Planned: Rheumatoid Arthritis & PIP Fusion
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]
Fixing the US Healthcare System: Dr. Badia & Congressman Greg Murphy Speak Out
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]
The Truth About Medical Authorizations & The US Healthcare System
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]
Healthcare from the Trenches: A Special Introduction to Miami’s Top Hand Surgeon
“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]
The Bureaucracy of Medicine: A Powerful Introduction to “Healthcare from the Trenches”
Despite spending more on healthcare than any other nation in the world, the United States is facing a critical erosion of the doctor-patient relationship. In this compelling event at Books & Books, acclaimed author and former newspaper executive David Lawrence takes the stage to discuss the overwhelming bureaucracy, red tape, and insurance hurdles that are… [Read More]
Live Surgery Tuesday Recap: Endoscopic Cubital Tunnel Release
Explore this comprehensive surgical recap of an Endoscopic Cubital Tunnel Release, a highly effective, minimally invasive procedure utilized to treat severe ulnar nerve compression. This informative video also features an inspiring patient testimonial from a young man just one week post-op. Listen firsthand as he reports experiencing immediate and lasting relief from debilitating finger numbness… [Read More]
#LST Recap: 6 Surgeries In 30 Minutes
Witness a milestone in medical efficiency! Watch as Dr. Alejandro Badia performs an incredible six outpatient arm and hand surgeries in just 30 minutes. In this fast-paced, highly precise surgical session—streamed live to a local middle school via the innovative VSurgic platform—Dr. Badia successfully demonstrates a complex cubital tunnel release, a trigger finger release across… [Read More]
#LST Recap: Dynamic External Fixator for PIP Joint Fracture Dislocation
Join Dr. Alejandro Badia as he surgically treats a highly complex PIP (Proximal Interphalangeal) joint fracture-dislocation. In this clinical video, you will witness the meticulous application of a dynamic external fixator constructed using K-wires. This advanced surgical technique effectively stabilizes the injured finger while safely allowing for early joint movement, successfully correcting severe injuries that… [Read More]
Live Surgery Tuesday Recap: Thumb Joint Arthroplasty & Finger Joint Fusion
Explore this detailed surgical recap featuring two simultaneous procedures aimed at treating severe hand arthritis. In this comprehensive session, Dr. Alejandro Badia expertly performs a Thumb CMC Arthroplasty (joint replacement) alongside an Index Finger PIP Joint Fusion. This dual surgical approach is strategically designed to eliminate chronic pain, correct debilitating joint deformities, and fully restore… [Read More]
Tenex for Lateral Epicondylitis: Minimally Invasive Tennis Elbow Treatment
Discover how the innovative Tenex procedure utilizes state-of-the-art ultrasonic ablation technology to effectively treat lateral epicondylitis, widely known as tennis elbow. In this educational video, Dr. Alejandro Badia breaks down this minimally invasive technique, which is performed safely under local anesthesia and uniquely allows patients to immediately resume using their arm following the outpatient procedure.
