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Infertility: The Hidden Cost of Orthopaedic Training

Margaret Higgins, MD; Michael DeRogatis, MD, MS; Dawn LaPorte, MD, FAAOS

Resident physicians, particularly those specializing in surgery, often find themselves contending with the challenging decision to postpone pregnancy during their critical childbearing years, because those years are spent primarily in medical school and postgraduate training.

Orthopaedic Surgeon Recounts Her Journey with Infertility

Shanjean Lee, MD

My partner, Mikey, and I wanted to start a family but weren’t sure whether we were ready yet. I was 36 years old at the time.

Michelangelo’s David: Imperfect Perfection

Andrew Ko, BS; Brent Ponce, MD; Patrick Fernicola, MD

The Galleria dell’Accademia in Florence, Italy, is home to Michelangelo’s famed statue of David. A masterpiece to many, the colossal statue has humble beginnings, starting as a block of marble that was left untouched outside for more than 30 years.

Foundations for Success in Orthopaedic Surgery Empowers Readers to Navigate the Modern Healthcare System

Douglas W. Lundy, MD, MBA, FAAOS

I firmly believe that our current educational system is outstanding at training medical students to become competent orthopaedic surgeons.

AAOS Now, July 2024

Infertility: The Hidden Cost of Orthopaedic Training

Orthopaedic Surgeon Recounts Her Journey with Infertility

Michelangelo’s David: Imperfect Perfection

Foundations for Success in Orthopaedic Surgery Empowers Readers to Navigate the Modern Healthcare System