In this episode, our host Dr. Trevor Turner, RMSK interviews Dr. Eric Kozfay (https://michiganpain.com/team/eric-kozfkay-do/), an Interventional Pain specialist from western Michigan about how bone marrow derived stem cells can delay knee replacement for up to 15 years.In this episode, we discuss key concepts such as: what's the difference between injections into the bone and into the joint, and who should be treated with them? Are they safe? How common are complications, and how painful is it? How is this changing the way we treat knee osteoarthritis, and how is it changing our understanding of joint disease? What are future directions of the field?Have more questions? Check out our FB (https://www.facebook.com/TrevorTurnerMD/), IG (https://www.instagram.com/trevor_turnermd/) or book online: https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/book-appointment/. 

Orthobiologics Podcast

012-Under The Surface

In this episode, our host Dr. Trevor Turner, RMSK interviews Dr. Chris Rogers and Dr. Mary Ambach (https://sdomg.com/), Interventional Pain specialists in San Diego, CA about the use of fat-derived stem cells to treat orthopedic disease with a focus on their ongoing clinical trial for knee osteoarthritis.In this episode, we discuss key concepts such as: how effective are these injections, and what should be treated with them? Are they safe? How common are complications from liposuction, and how painful is it? How is this changing the way we obtain stem cells, and how is it different from cells from the bone marrow? What are future directions of the field?Have more questions? Do not hesitate to check out our updated research based library where we accumulate the best scientific evidence from around the world for orthopedic applications of PRP (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/prp-educational-library/) and stem cells (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/bmac-evidence-based-literature-library/). Or check out our blog (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/blog/) or book online: https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/book-appointment/. 

011-What's the Deal with Fat?

In this episode, our host Dr. Trevor Turner, RMSK interviews Dr. Sairam Atluri (https://www.stemcures.com/dr-sairam-atluri-pain-management-doctor), an Interventional Pain doctor proving that Stem Cell Therapy works in Discs in the Low Back by completing the first prospective clinical trial for chronic low back pain. https://www.facebook.com/stemcuresIn this episode, we discuss key concepts such as: how effective are these injections? Are they safe? How common are complications like discitis, and how serious are they? How is this changing the way spinal pain is treated compared to traditional treatments like therapy, medicines, steroid injections, and surgery? How long do the results last? Have more questions? Do not hesitate to check out our updated research based library where we accumulate the best scientific evidence from around the world for orthopedic applications of PRP (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/prp-educational-library/) and stem cells (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/bmac-evidence-based-literature-library/). Or check out our blog (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/blog/) or book online: https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/book-appointment/. 

010-Stem Cells in Low Back Discs

In this episode, our host Dr. Trevor Turner, RMSK interviews Dr. Allan Mishra (https://stanfordhealthcare.org/doctors/m/allan-mishra.html?utm_source=local&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb), an Orthopedic Surgeon at Stanford responsible for groundbreaking research in platelet rich plasma. They discuss his concept of Vitality and how it relates to patients that seek to be treated Optimally. In this episode, we discuss key themes in Dr. Mishra's latest book found on the Amazon store or here: (http://daretobevital.com/) with core concepts about purpose, hope, time, toughness, sleep, fitness, closeness, and service as the essential building blocks for people to live their best possible lives. This work is a result of Dr. Mishra's search for a scientifically valid biomarker to help us define the notion of Vitality.Have more questions? Do not hesitate to check out our updated research based library where we accumulate the best scientific evidence from around the world for orthopedic applications of PRP (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/prp-educational-library/) and stem cells (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/bmac-evidence-based-literature-library/). Or check out our blog (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/blog/) or book online: https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/book-appointment/. 

009-What Is Vitality?

In this episode, our host Dr. Trevor Turner, RMSK discusses convalescent plasma and how it can help us win the war against COVID-19. Also called passive antibody therapy, this idea is a Call-To-Action for all survivors of the coronavirus pandemic who want to pass on their immunity to those currently fighting for their health, their families, their coworkers, and even their lives. We go through historical examples of how convalescent plasma has helped us in the past including influenza H1N1, SARS-CoV1, Ebola, MERS, and others. Then we move on to discuss the FDA's position on using plasma of survivors, how the process works for the patients, current leaders in the field, and where the ongoing clinical trials are in the United States. There is a special emphasis on NYC, the epicenter of the cornovirus outbreak in the US. Have more questions? Do not hesitate to check out our updated research based library where we accumulate the best scientific evidence from around the world for orthopedic applications of PRP (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/prp-educational-library/) and stem cells (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/bmac-evidence-based-literature-library/). Or check out our blog (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/blog/) or book online: https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/book-appointment/. 

008-Plasma to Beat COVID-19

In this episode, our host Dr. Trevor Turner, RMSK interviews Dr. David Crane(https://www.bluetailmedicalgroup.com/provider/david-crane-md), a physician board certified in emergency medicine and primary care sports medicine who founded Bluetail Medical Group. They discuss his experience in paving the way for employees of the state of Arkansas and also for self-insured companies who cover Orthobiologics to reduce overall healthcare spend. In this episode, we discuss the reasons behind why viscosupplement, PRP, and stem cells can be used to treat chronic orthopedic conditions more effectively than alternatives and how innovative companies who have started to pay for these interventions actually save costs. Other themes include the importance of big data in healthcare, obstacles to widespread adoption, and how collecting the right outcomes will change the system for the long term. Have more questions? Do not hesitate to check out our updated research based library where we accumulate the best scientific evidence from around the world for orthopedic applications of PRP (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/prp-educational-library/) and stem cells (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/bmac-evidence-based-literature-library/). Or check out our blog (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/blog/) or book online: https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/book-appointment/. 

007-When Will This Be Covered

In this episode, our host Dr. Trevor Turner, RMSK interviews Dr. David Karli (https://www.linkedin.com/company/dckarli/about/), a physician board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation who practices at the Steadman Clinic in Vail, CO. They discuss his experience founding Greyledge Technologies to optimize the best practices of quality assurance for physicians that practice regenerative medicine and Orthobiologics (https://www.greyledgebiotech.com/). In this episode, we discuss the reasons behind why the science of Orthobiologics truly requires a dedicated laboratory that can quantify and measure what goes into a preparation of PRP or BMAC in order to treat patients with the best product tailored to their disease. We also include a discussion of what things can and should be measured at the point of care so that outcomes data can be used over time to push the field into the future and to ultimately deliver patients the highest standard of care. Have more questions? Do not hesitate to check out our updated research based library where we accumulate the best scientific evidence from around the world for orthopedic applications of PRP (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/prp-educational-library/) and stem cells (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/bmac-evidence-based-literature-library/). Or check out our blog (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/blog/) or book online: https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/book-appointment/. 

006-What's In That Needle?

In this episode, our host Dr. Trevor Turner, RMSK interviews Dr. Thomas Nabity Jr. MD, a physician board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation and pain management, about his experience banking stem cells at the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine: (https://regenerativemedicinemichigan.com/). In this episode, we discuss the reasons behind why patients use a company like Forever Labs (https://foreverlabs.com/) to cryopreserve or freeze their younger stem cells for use at a later date. We talk about the 100+ clinical trials currently underway with the FDA for the use of stem cells to treat age related diseases and why younger cells may be superior to older cells. Dr. Nabity also describes his own experience getting his bone marrow sampled as well as those of his children. We also highlight ways patient may consider getting the best yield of cells when they have the procedure done. Have more questions? Do not hesitate to check out our updated research based library where we accumulate the best scientific evidence from around the world for orthopedic applications of PRP (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/prp-educational-library/) and stem cell (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/bmac-evidence-based-literature-library/). Or check out our blog (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/blog/) or book online: https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/book-appointment/. 

005-Too Young To Fail

In this episode, our host Dr. Trevor Turner, RMSK interviews Dr. Siddharth Tambar, a board certified physician in rheumatology, about his experience treating shoulder pain at Chicago Arthritis and Regenerative Medicine: (https://www.chicagoarthritis.com/). In this episode, we discuss a variety of shoulder problems including arthritis, rotator cuff tears, rotator cuff tendinopathy, labral tears, biceps tears, and instability and how they can be treated with prolotherapy, platelet rich plasma (PRP), bone marrow derived mesenchymal stem cells (BMAC), and even fat (adipose) grafts. Have more questions? Do not hesitate to check out our updated research based library where we accumulate the best scientific evidence from around the world for orthopedic applications of PRP (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/prp-educational-library/) and stem cell (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/bmac-evidence-based-literature-library/). Or check out our blog (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/blog/) or book online: https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/book-appointment/. To follow Dr. Tambar's Regenerative Medicine Report podcast, check him out at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/regenerative-medicine-report/id1480305331

004-A Shoulder to Cry On

In this episode, our host Dr. Trevor Turner, RMSK interviews Dr. Jason Marchetti, a board certified PM&R physician, about his latest book: A Buyer's Guide to Stem Cell Therapies (https://www.amazon.com/Buyers-Guide-Stem-Cell-Therapies-ebook/dp/B072KJSS1P). They discuss how patients can make a well informed decision when choosing an Orthobiologics doctor or regenerative medicine treatment. This includes prolotherapy, PRP, bone marrow derived (BMAC) and adipose derived stem cells, and even amniotic tissue and umbilical derived products. Furthermore, questions about labral tears, meniscus tears, and ACL tears are answered from selected forums on reddit.com. Have more questions? Do not hesitate to check out our updated research based library where we accumulate the best scientific evidence from around the world for orthopedic applications of PRP (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/prp-educational-library/) and stem cell (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/bmac-evidence-based-literature-library/). Or check out our blog (https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/blog/) or book online: https://www.georgiaboneandjoint.org/book-appointment/. 

003-A Buyer's Guide to Stem Cell Therapy

This episode describes the science behind PRP (platelet rich plasma) and how we use it in Orthopedics and Sports Medicine. We discuss the ways in which the current evidence shows it can help people with tendon and joint injuries. We also discuss key components of PRP and why not all PRP is created equal so that you can ask your doctor how to get the best treatment tailored to your particular concern. Have questions? Check out our website at www.georgiaboneandjoint.org or check out the author's facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TrevorTurnerMD/

002-What Is PRP?

This episode describes what the real definition of a stem cell is and how we obtain them for use in Orthopedics and Sports Medicine. We discuss the ways in which the current evidence shows that they help people with injuries with arthritis as an example. We also discuss whether getting stem cells from the bone marrow or the fat is the ideal source and where the FDA stands on all of this. Have questions? Check out our website at www.georgiaboneandjoint.org. 

001-What Is a Stem Cell

The Orthobiologics Podcast was born to separate fact from fiction in the branch of regenerative medicine where Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP), Stem Cells (BMAC), and Prolotherapy are used to improve Orthopedic outcomes with lower risk. Whether used in place of surgery or in combination with surgery, evidence-based Orthobiologics can help athletes with new injuries, weekend warriors with old injuries, or even elderly patients with degenerative conditions like arthritis enhance their function and improve the quality of their life. For questions, check out our website at the Center for Regenerative Orthopedics at georgiaboneandjoint.org.

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