The Joint Replacement Podcast

Matthew Sloan, MD
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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.

  1. 1d ago

    Blake Peterson, MD: Robotics, Private Practice & the Future of Joint Replacement

    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.

  2. 2d ago

    Andrew Wickline, MD — The Science Behind Opioid-Free Joint Replacement Recovery

    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 replacementMultimodal pain managementStep count recovery protocolsPhysical therapy after knee replacementCompression and cryotherapyExtended tranexamic acidSame-day joint replacementPatient educationRecovery optimizationSurgical outcomes and data collectionLessons from two decades in arthroplastyWhether 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! 🙌

  3. Jul 15

    Episode 29: Eric Cohen, MD | Same-Day Joint Replacement, Robotics & The Future of Hip and Knee Replacement

    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 replacementHow COVID transformed arthroplasty careWho can safely go home the day of surgeryPatient optimization before surgeryActivity restrictions and returning to sportsRobotic-assisted joint replacementArtificial intelligence and the future of orthopedic surgeryNew non-opioid pain management strategiesPreventing infection after joint replacementRecovery timelines and manipulation after knee replacementChoosing the right joint replacement surgeonThe future of education and training in arthroplastyDr. 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.

  4. Jul 9

    H. John Cooper, MD (Columbia): Revision Joint Replacement, Robotics, Anterior Hip & The Future of Arthroplasty

    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 replacementOne-stage exchange for infectionRobotic knee replacementKinematic alignmentBikini anterior hip approachPatellar resurfacingModern pain managementPhysical therapy after joint replacementImplant longevityReturning to sportsChoosing the right surgeonFuture technologies in arthroplastyWhether 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.

  5. Jul 3

    The Anesthesia Revolution That Changed Joint Replacement Recovery

    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 anesthesiaHow spinal anesthesia improves recoveryWhy nerve blocks preserve strength while reducing painThe concept of preemptive analgesiaHow robotic surgery complements modern recovery pathwaysWhy early mobility is beneficial—but doesn't mean you're fully healedThe role of personalized anesthesia plansWhether 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.

  6. Jul 1

    Episode 26: Dr. Wayne Moschetti – Measuring Success After Hip & Knee Replacement: PROMs, Patient Satisfaction & The Future of Orthopedics

    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.

  7. Jun 25

    Michael Meneghini, MD | Implant Innovation, Outpatient Joint Replacement & Building the Future of Orthopedic Care

    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.

  8. Jun 20 ·  Bonus

    Is Partial Hip Replacement Like Partial Knee 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.

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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.

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