Podcasts

In this episode of IBJI’s OrthoInform, host Cory Leman sits down with orthopedic spine surgeon Dr. Mark Mikhael to demystify back pain and explo... Read more

In this episode of IBJI’s OrthoInform, host Cory Leman sits down with orthopedic spine surgeon Dr. Mark Mikhael to demystify back pain and explore the rapidly evolving world of spine care. Dr. Mikhael pulls back the curtain on minimally invasive spine surgery, breaking down its four foundational pillars and explaining common degenerative conditions like disc herniations and spinal stenosis. Listeners will learn the structural anatomy behind why the lower back and neck bear the brunt of daily wear and tear, what a surgeon looks for when diagnosing spinal instability, and what actually happens during common procedures like microdiscectomies and fusions.

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In this episode of IBJI’s OrthoInform, host Cory Leman sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Ackerman to break down everything you need to know about hip p... Read more

In this episode of IBJI’s OrthoInform, host Cory Leman sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Ackerman to break down everything you need to know about hip pain, arthritis, and modern hip replacement—especially the anterior approach. Dr. Ackerman explains what’s really happening inside the hip joint as cartilage wears down, why stiffness and pain develop over time, and how to recognize when it’s more than just minor discomfort. Using simple, relatable analogies, he helps listeners understand when hip pain becomes a serious issue and what warning signs signal it’s time to seek help.

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Eric Chehab and Dr. Steve Mardjetko discuss scoliosis, explaining it as a three-dimensional spinal curve most often ident... Read more

In this podcast episode, Dr. Eric Chehab and Dr. Steve Mardjetko discuss scoliosis, explaining it as a three-dimensional spinal curve most often identified in children over age 10. They talk about how treatment is based on the size of the curve and how much a child still has to grow, ranging from simply watching small curves to using a back brace for moderate ones. The doctors also describe how larger curves may require surgery to prevent long-term health issues in adulthood, noting that modern medical advancements now allow most kids to be up and walking the day after their procedure.

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