Hosted by orthopedic surgeon Matthew Sloan, MD, Director of Robotics in Orthopedic Surgery at Emerson Health in Concord, Massachusetts, this podcast helps patients understand hip and knee replacement surgery. Dr. Sloan interviews leading joint replacement surgeons about robotic surgery, implant technology, recovery, and how to choose the right surgeon. Clear, expert guidance for anyone considering joint replacement or looking to stay active and pain-free.
In Episode #33, Dr. Matthew Sloan sits down with Dr. Ran Schwarzkopf of NYU Langone Health to discuss the evolution of modern hip and knee replacement. From robotic-assisted surgery and artificial intelligence to implant longevity, revision surgery, recovery, and choosing the right surgeon, Dr. Schwarzkopf shares decades of experience caring for complex joint replacement patients while offering practical advice for anyone considering surgery. Whether you're a patient, surgeon, trainee, or simply interested in the future of orthopedic surgery, this episode offers an inside look at where joint replacement is headed—and what it means for patients today.
Dr. Jeremy Gililland is Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and Chief of Adult Reconstruction at the University of Utah. With a unique background in mechanical engineering before medicine, he brings an engineer's mindset to some of the most complex problems in hip and knee replacement surgery. In this episode of The Joint Replacement Podcast , Dr. Matthew Sloan and Dr. Gililland discuss: How designing bicycles led him to orthopedic surgery Why anterior hip replacement has become his preferred approach The evolution of complex anterior revision surgery Engineering innovations that led to the development of fluoroscopic navigation technology The future of robotics versus manual surgery Cemented vs. cementless fixation Hip fracture treatment and total hip replacement Research collaborations shaping modern arthroplasty How he trains residents and fellows in academic medicine Recovery timelines after hip and knee replacement When patients should consider joint replacement Advice every patient should know before choosing a surgeon Whether you're a patient considering hip or knee replacement, an orthopedic surgeon, resident, fellow, or simply interested in the future of orthopedic innovation, this episode is packed with practical insights and thoughtful discussion. 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ 🎙️ Search "The Joint Replacement Podcast" wherever you get your podcasts. 👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, comment, and share—it helps us reach more patients and healthcare professionals. #JointReplacement #HipReplacement #KneeReplacement #OrthopedicSurgery #AnteriorHipReplacement
Dr. Blake Peterson joins The Joint Replacement Podcast for an in-depth conversation on modern hip and knee replacement, building a successful private practice, and where orthopedic surgery is headed next. We discuss surgical mentorship, managing complications, robotics, functional alignment, ambulatory surgery centers, physician reimbursement, research, efficiency in the operating room, and how emerging technologies—including AI and autonomous robotics—may reshape joint replacement over the next decade. Whether you're an orthopedic surgeon, trainee, or patient interested in the future of joint replacement, this episode delivers practical lessons from one of the country's most thoughtful innovators in adult reconstruction. 🎧 Search The Joint Replacement Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Can patients undergo hip or knee replacement without needing opioids afterward? In Episode #30, Dr. Matthew Sloan welcomes fellowship-trained adult reconstruction surgeon Dr. Andrew Wickline to discuss how modern recovery protocols are changing one of the biggest challenges in orthopedic surgery: postoperative pain. Dr. Wickline explains how reducing swelling, limiting unnecessary physical therapy, optimizing patient education, and using evidence-based multimodal pain strategies have allowed most of his patients to recover with little or no opioid use. He also shares lessons learned throughout his career, why surgeons should rigorously track their own outcomes, and how continuous improvement has transformed both his practice and his patients' recoveries. Topics include: Opioid-free joint replacement Multimodal pain management Step count recovery protocols Physical therapy after knee replacement Compression and cryotherapy Extended tranexamic acid Same-day joint replacement Patient education Recovery optimization Surgical outcomes and data collection Lessons from two decades in arthroplasty Whether you're a patient considering surgery or an orthopedic professional looking to optimize recovery, this conversation offers practical insights into where joint replacement is headed next. 🔎 Search "The Joint Replacement Podcast" wherever you get your podcasts! 🎙️ www.AndrewWicklineMD.com ❤️ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating, share it with a friend, and help us continue improving the reach of evidence-based joint replacement education! 🙌
Dr. Eric Cohen, adult reconstruction surgeon at Brown University Health and Assistant Professor at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, joins The Joint Replacement Podcast for an in-depth discussion on how modern joint replacement continues to evolve. We discuss: The rise of same-day hip and knee replacement How COVID transformed arthroplasty care Who can safely go home the day of surgery Patient optimization before surgery Activity restrictions and returning to sports Robotic-assisted joint replacement Artificial intelligence and the future of orthopedic surgery New non-opioid pain management strategies Preventing infection after joint replacement Recovery timelines and manipulation after knee replacement Choosing the right joint replacement surgeon The future of education and training in arthroplasty Dr. Cohen also shares his perspective on complex revision surgery, advances in recovery protocols, and why helping patients regain their quality of life continues to be the most rewarding part of his career. 🎧 Search "The Joint Replacement Podcast" wherever you listen to podcasts for more conversations with the world's leading hip and knee replacement surgeons.
Dr. Matthew Sloan welcomes Dr. H. John Cooper , adult reconstruction and revision joint replacement surgeon at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, for an in-depth conversation on the present and future of hip and knee replacement. Dr. Cooper discusses his journey from biomedical engineering to orthopedic surgery, managing complex revision cases, robotic-assisted knee replacement, anterior hip replacement, infection treatment strategies, and the evolving role of AI in orthopedic practice. The conversation also covers: Revision hip and knee replacement One-stage exchange for infection Robotic knee replacement Kinematic alignment Bikini anterior hip approach Patellar resurfacing Modern pain management Physical therapy after joint replacement Implant longevity Returning to sports Choosing the right surgeon Future technologies in arthroplasty Whether you're a patient preparing for surgery, recovering from a joint replacement, or an orthopedic professional looking for expert perspectives, this episode offers valuable insights into modern hip and knee replacement care. Subscribe to The Joint Replacement Podcast for weekly conversations with leaders shaping the future of joint replacement surgery.
Why are so many patients walking just hours after hip or knee replacement surgery? The answer isn't simply better implants or robotic technology—it's the dramatic evolution of modern anesthesia and perioperative medicine. In Episode 27, Dr. Matthew Sloan explores how multimodal pain management, spinal anesthesia, targeted nerve blocks, opioid minimization, and coordinated recovery protocols have fundamentally changed the patient experience after joint replacement. Topics include: The shift from heavy sedation to precision-guided anesthesia How spinal anesthesia improves recovery Why nerve blocks preserve strength while reducing pain The concept of preemptive analgesia How robotic surgery complements modern recovery pathways Why early mobility is beneficial—but doesn't mean you're fully healed The role of personalized anesthesia plans Whether you're considering surgery or simply want to understand how modern joint replacement has evolved, this episode explains the science behind today's faster, safer, and more comfortable recoveries. The Joint Replacement Podcast delivers evidence-based education on robotic joint replacement, recovery science, implant technology, and the future of orthopedic surgery.
What makes a hip or knee replacement truly successful? In this episode of The Joint Replacement Podcast , Dr. Matthew Sloan sits down with Dr. Wayne Moschetti of Dartmouth Health to explore one of the most important—and often overlooked—topics in modern orthopedic surgery: patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs). Dr. Moschetti discusses how orthopedic surgeons are moving beyond implant survivorship and X-rays to focus on what matters most to patients: pain relief, improved function, and quality of life. Topics include: • What PROMs are and why every patient should know about them • How expectations influence satisfaction after surgery • When it's the right time for hip or knee replacement • Same-day joint replacement and advances in recovery • Why some patients remain dissatisfied after knee replacement • Evaluating painful hip and knee replacements • The importance of surgeon experience and volume • Revision joint replacement surgery • AI, wearable technology, and the future of measuring outcomes • Practical advice for patients considering joint replacement Whether you're a patient preparing for surgery, recovering from a joint replacement, or a healthcare professional interested in value-based orthopedic care, this conversation offers valuable insights into how we define success after joint replacement surgery.
Dr. Michael Meneghini joins The Joint Replacement Podcast for an in-depth discussion on the future of hip and knee replacement surgery. As founder and CEO of the Indiana Orthopedic Institute and former president of AAHKS, Dr. Meneghini shares his insights on outpatient joint replacement, implant innovation, robotics, value-based care, and building one of the country's most successful vertically integrated orthopedic practices. In this episode we discuss: • Why outpatient joint replacement continues to expand• How ambulatory surgery centers improve patient care and reduce costs• Robotics and personalized alignment in knee replacement• Cementless implants and implant longevity• Smart implants, wearable technology, and future innovations• When patients should consider joint replacement surgery• PRP, stem cells, and biologic treatments for arthritis• Building physician-led healthcare organizations• Leadership lessons from serving as AAHKS president• The future of orthopedic surgery Whether you're a patient, surgeon, resident, fellow, or medical student, this episode provides valuable insights into where joint replacement surgery is headed over the next decade. If you enjoy the podcast, please follow, leave a review, and share this episode with someone interested in orthopedic surgery or joint replacement.
Many patients have heard of partial knee replacements and wonder if a partial hip replacement is an option for arthritis as well. In this episode clip, Dr. Grayson Connors discusses one of the most common misconceptions in hip surgery: the difference between a partial hip replacement and a total hip replacement. We cover: • What a partial hip replacement (hemiarthroplasty) actually replaces • Why partial hip replacements are typically used for hip fractures rather than arthritis • The key differences between replacing only the femoral head versus replacing both the ball and socket • How age, mobility, arthritis, and overall health influence surgical decision-making • Why many surgeons are increasingly choosing total hip replacement for active fracture patients Dr. Connors also explains how advances in modern hip replacement techniques have made total hip replacement an attractive option for many patients who historically would have received a partial hip replacement. If you've ever wondered why one patient receives a partial hip replacement while another receives a total hip replacement, this conversation breaks down the reasoning behind those decisions. Subscribe to The Joint Replacement Podcast for expert discussions on hip replacement, knee replacement, arthritis treatment, robotics, recovery, and the future of orthopedic surgery.
In Episode 24 of The Joint Replacement Podcast, Dr. Matthew Sloan is joined by fellowship-trained joint replacement surgeon Dr. Blair Ashley for an in-depth discussion on modern hip and knee replacement surgery. They explore when patients should consider surgery, how long implants last, the role of injections and biologic treatments, realistic recovery expectations, returning to sports, and how patients can choose the right surgeon. The conversation also covers robotic surgery, partial knee replacement, outpatient joint replacement, infection prevention, and the future of arthritis treatment. Dr. Ashley shares her insights on what separates excellent surgeons from great ones and why patient expectations play such an important role in successful outcomes. If you're considering a hip or knee replacement—or simply want to better understand the field of joint replacement—this episode offers practical guidance and expert perspectives from two experienced adult reconstruction surgeons.
The first 48 hours after hip replacement can set the tone for the entire recovery. In this episode of The Joint Replacement Podcast , Dr. Matthew Sloan explains what patients should focus on during the first two days after surgery, including early standing, safe movement, ankle pumps, pain control, and protecting the incision. You’ll learn why same-day mobilization matters, how ankle pumps help circulation, why staying ahead of pain is important, and how small early decisions can reduce complications and build confidence.
In Episode 21, Dr. Matthew Sloan interviews Dr. Michael Kheir , orthopedic surgeon, Director of Research, and Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan. Dr. Kheir discusses the innovations transforming modern hip and knee replacement, including robotic-assisted surgery, advanced implant designs, cemented versus cementless fixation, and strategies for improving patient outcomes through education and expectation management. The conversation also explores some of the most difficult problems in arthroplasty—including prosthetic joint infection, severe bone loss, and complex revision surgery—as well as emerging technologies that may change how surgeons manage these complications in the future. Key topics include: • How long hip and knee replacements last • Triple-tapered collared hip stems • Cemented vs cementless implants • Robotic-assisted hip replacement surgery • Anterior vs posterior hip approaches • Patient education and recovery expectations • Joint replacement infection research • Revision hip and knee replacement surgery • The future of arthroplasty innovation A thoughtful discussion for patients considering joint replacement and surgeons interested in the rapidly evolving field of adult reconstruction.
Dr. Matthew Sloan welcomes Grayson Connors to Episode 21 of The Joint Replacement Podcast . Dr. Connors discusses robotic-assisted knee replacement, anterior hip replacement, outpatient joint replacement surgery, modern recovery protocols, and how AI is beginning to influence orthopedic care. The conversation covers: Robotic vs manual knee replacement VELYS robotics and precision surgery The Jiffy Knee technique Outpatient and same-day joint replacement Hip fracture treatment and partial vs total hip replacement Recovery timelines after hip and knee replacement Returning to sports and exercise Implant longevity and revision surgery Patient optimization before surgery The future of AI and orthopedic innovation A practical and engaging discussion for patients, caregivers, and orthopedic professionals looking to better understand where joint replacement surgery is heading next. 🎙️ The Joint Replacement Podcast — Helping patients understand hip and knee replacement and the surgeons who perform it.
What happens when artificial intelligence, robotics, wearable sensors, and digital twins converge in orthopedic surgery? In Episode 20 of The Joint Replacement Podcast , Dr. Matthew Sloan welcomes Dr. Stefano Bini, Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at UCSF, founder of DOCSF, and one of the leading voices in digital orthopedics. Together they explore how AI is already transforming healthcare operations, how wearable technology may allow surgeons to monitor recovery in real time, and how digital twin technology could eventually personalize every joint replacement procedure. Topics include: • AI in orthopedic practice today• Agentic AI and clinic automation• Robotics and surgical precision• Wearables and smart recovery monitoring• Digital twins and personalized arthroplasty• Remote patient management and hospital-at-home models• Telehealth's future role in orthopedics• Predicting outcomes after joint replacement• The future of smart implants• Infection prevention and the next frontier in arthroplasty Dr. Bini shares a compelling vision of how technology may help surgeons deliver more personalized, data-driven care while improving access for patients around the world. If you're interested in the future of medicine, orthopedics, artificial intelligence, or healthcare innovation, this is an episode you won't want to miss. For more on the future of orthopedic technology be sure to register for DOCSF October 1-2, 2026 in San Francisco at https://docsf.health/
Many patients ask the same question: "If arthritis means cartilage is worn out, why can't you just replace the cartilage instead of replacing the entire joint?" In this episode, Dr. Matthew Sloan breaks down one of the biggest misconceptions about arthritis and explains why advanced hip and knee arthritis is much more than a cartilage problem. You'll learn why cartilage has such limited healing potential, how arthritis affects the entire joint, what injections and biologic treatments can realistically accomplish, and why modern joint replacement remains one of the most successful procedures in medicine. Dr. Sloan also explores the future of arthritis treatment, including regenerative medicine, stem cell therapies, AI-driven early detection, cartilage restoration techniques, and the possibility that future generations may need fewer joint replacements because arthritis is prevented before it ever becomes severe. Whether you're considering joint replacement, trying injections, or simply looking to understand your options, this episode provides a clear explanation of the science behind arthritis and the future of orthopedic care. The Joint Replacement Podcast Hosted by Matthew Sloan, MD Helping patients understand hip replacement, knee replacement, arthritis treatment, robotics, recovery, and the surgeons who perform these life-changing procedures.
Dr. Matthew Sloan welcomes Dr. Michael Ast , Insall Chair of the Knee Service and Innovation Officer at Hospital for Special Surgery, for a wide-ranging discussion on the future of joint replacement surgery. Together they explore how robotics, artificial intelligence, outpatient surgery, implant technology, and modern recovery protocols are transforming the patient experience. Dr. Ast shares his perspective on: • The Quiet Knee Protocol and modern recovery strategies • Reducing opioid use after surgery • Robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement • AI-powered patient engagement and recovery monitoring • Same-day discharge and ambulatory joint replacement • Cementless implants and implant longevity • Partial versus total knee replacement • The future of revision surgery and custom 3D-printed implants • The impact of GLP-1 medications on orthopedic care • The importance of physician leadership in healthcare This conversation offers valuable insights for patients, surgeons, and anyone interested in where orthopedic surgery is headed over the next decade. The Joint Replacement Podcast with Matthew Sloan, MD — helping patients understand hip and knee replacement and the surgeons who perform it.
In Episode 17 of The Joint Replacement Podcast , Dr. Matthew Sloan welcomes fellowship-trained hip and knee replacement surgeon Dr. Yudi Kerbel , one of the most influential orthopedic educators on social media today. Dr. Kerbel shares how he built a platform that reaches millions of patients worldwide, why patient education is more important than ever, and how social media is transforming the relationship between surgeons and patients. The conversation dives deep into some of the most important topics in modern joint replacement, including: • When it's time to move from conservative treatment to joint replacement • How long modern hip and knee replacements really last • The "Less Swelling, Less Pain" recovery approach • Outpatient joint replacement and patient selection • Partial knee replacement versus total knee replacement • Why Dr. Kerbel believes many patients are excellent candidates for partial knees • Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS) for painful knee replacements • Robotics, personalized alignment, and emerging technologies • Infection prevention and patient optimization • The emotional realities of being a joint replacement surgeon • The future of orthopedic surgery and musculoskeletal care Dr. Kerbel also shares his vision for helping patients avoid unnecessary surgery whenever possible and explains why he believes technologies like Peripheral Nerve Stimulation may dramatically change how orthopedic surgeons treat chronic knee pain in the future. Whether you're considering a hip replacement, knee replacement, partial knee replacement, or simply want a behind-the-scenes look at modern orthopedic surgery, this episode is packed with valuable insights for patients and surgeons alike. The Joint Replacement Podcast Hosted by Matthew Sloan, MD Helping patients understand hip and knee replacement and the surgeons who perform it.
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Matthew Sloan sits down with one of the most influential leaders in modern joint replacement surgery, Antonia Chen. Dr. Chen is the current president of American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons and Chair and Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center. They discuss: The future of hip and knee replacement Periprosthetic joint infection prevention and treatment Robotic vs manual joint replacement Cementless knee replacements Same-day discharge and outpatient joint replacement Burnout and surgeon wellbeing How patients should choose the right joint replacement surgeon Recovery timelines, sports, and long-term implant longevity The future of biologics and arthritis prevention Dr. Chen also shares her journey into orthopedics, her passion for research and mentorship, and her vision for the future of arthroplasty. This is an insightful conversation for patients, surgeons, trainees, and anyone interested in the evolving world of orthopedic surgery.
Should you replace both knees or hips at the same time, or stage the surgeries separately? In Episode 15 of the Joint Replacement Podcast, Dr. Matthew Sloan breaks down the real clinical pros and cons of simultaneous bilateral joint replacement versus staged procedures. We discuss the physiologic stress of operating on both joints at once, differences in recovery and rehabilitation, complication risks, blood loss, anesthesia considerations, and which patients may — or may not — be good candidates for simultaneous surgery. Topics include: • Bilateral knee vs bilateral hip replacement • Recovery intensity and mobility challenges • Cardiac and pulmonary risks • Blood clot and transfusion considerations • Modern anesthesia and recovery protocols • Patient selection and surgical judgment • Why convenience should never outweigh safety If you or a loved one are considering joint replacement on both sides, this episode provides a practical, evidence-based look at how surgeons think through these decisions and what patients should realistically expect during recovery.
