An inside look into Mayo Clinic Orthopedic Surgery. Host and residency program director Jon Barlow, M.D., invites faculty and residents to share insight on a range of topics, from clinical controversies, cutting edge techniques, to residency updates and research breakthroughs.
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Sunday Nov 28, 2021
Sunday Nov 28, 2021
Host: Kelechi R. Okoroha, M.D.
Guests: Rafael J. Sierra, M.D.
Hip and Knee reconstruction specialist Rafael Sierra, M.D. (@RafaSierra5) joins host Kelechi Okoroha, M.D. (@DoctorOkoro) to discuss the role of biologics in treatment of avascular necrosis (AVN) of the femoral head. He discusses common causes for AVN, patient presentation, and current treatment options including biologics. Biologic treatments discussed include Stem cells, PRP and bone marrow aspirate. He also discusses current outcomes and alternative options.