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November 22, 2024Hip replacement surgery is an important and necessary procedure to restore mobility—544,000 patients each year have one in the U.S. But hip replacement isn’t right for everyone with hip pain....
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August 11, 2023
MHRI research into outcomes from technological advances such as robotic-assisted surgery helps ensure patients get leading care. At the MedStar Orthopaedic Institute, we always look for ...
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July 26, 2023
By William Lennen, MD, Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital
As a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, I’m well-versed in helping other patients understand if and when they should consider knee replacement surgery. But when I became a patient undergoing the same...
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July 17, 2023
Our retrospective study published in the Journal of Hand Surgery establishes a connection between low bone density and painful wrist fracture healing, suggesting surgery could be a preferred treatmen...
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April 17, 2023
A 2023 MedStar Health research review article found that low racial, ethnic, and gender diversity among orthopedic surgeons may contribute to disparities in surgery access and outcomes. Each y...
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January 25, 2023
By Ryan Katz, MD, Hand surgeon at the Curtis National Hand Center
Do you have persistent pain in your hands or wrists? Is it difficult to complete daily tasks that require putting pressure on your fingertips or use of your thumb? Hand arthritis is a common conditio...
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November 30, 2022
As people live longer, it’s natural to wonder how long a hip or knee replacement will last. Will a revision eventually be necessary? It’s something every patient considering a joint replacement wants...
