In medical practice, the foundation of any successful outcome lies in accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment. This is evident in interventional spine physiatry, where physicians strive to address the intricacies of back problems and alleviate the burden of back pain. As every patient presents with a distinct set of circumstances, addressing back problems and the associated pain requires a comprehensive understanding of individual cases.

In this episode, Dr. Faisel Zaman joins Lauren for a conversation about medical care for the spine or other musculoskeletal issues. Dr. Zaman is a fellowship-trained, interventional spine physiatrist. He is an expert at diagnosing and treating medical conditions that cause pain and limit function. Also called physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) physician, Dr. Zaman provides a full spectrum of care - from diagnosis to treatment and rehabilitation - to restore maximum health and quality of life. Dr. Zaman's goal is to safely return the injured individual, worker, or athlete, back to his or her prior level of function, productivity, or performance.

A leader in his field with nearly two decades of experience, Dr. Zaman talks about his procedure for diagnosing and treating back pain. He also discusses his treatment plan after all conservative measures have been taken, how he helps overcome their fear of in-office procedures, and how he values team collaboration when providing patient care.

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In This Episode

00:57 - Backstory of Dr. Faisel Zaman

02:28 - What drove Dr. Zaman to specialize in spine physiatry

04:11 - Dr. Zaman's patient demographics

07:08 - How Dr. Zaman diagnoses and treats back pain

10:41 - Dr. Zaman's treatment plan after all conservative measures have been taken

15:12 - How Dr. Zaman helps patients overcome their fear of in-office procedures

20:19 - How Dr. Zaman values team collaboration when providing patient care

22:27 - Dr. Zaman's thoughts on how healthcare has changed over the years

Favorite Quotes

04:46 - "The basis behind any successful medical outcome is making the right diagnosis. You really can't treat back problems or back pain generically." - Dr. Faisel Zaman

07:53 - "I like to empower patients with the tools they need to optimize their function and take control of their healthcare and future." - Dr. Faisel Zaman

11:44 - "There's a whole host of differential diagnostics that, as physicians, we need to have in the back of our minds to make sure that we are having the correct route of treatment and not end up going down a rabbit hole of stuff that will not help the patient." - Dr. Faisel Zaman

15:40 - "The concept of needing sedation or needing to be put to sleep for procedures like the spine is a regional issue. Communicating to patients in a way that they can understand, breaking things down to them in terms that they will understand, is very helpful." - Dr. Faisel Zaman

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Robotic surgeries introduce a new era of personalized care. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, surgeons can meticulously plan and execute procedures tailored to each patient's specific needs. From the precision of surgical procedures to the comprehensive approach to recovery, the focus has shifted from merely treating injuries to providing personalized care that supports long-term health. As technology advances, this innovative method promises to revolutionize the field, enhancing patient outcomes and pushing the boundaries of physical performance.

In this episode, Shannon Peterson talks with Dr. Dan Volpini, Orthopaedic Surgeon at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas. With a Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Fellowship under the tutelage of the renowned Dr. Felix H. "Buddy" Savoie, III and Dr. Larry Field at Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center, Dr. Volpini talks about robotic surgery in sports medicine. He also speaks about the importance of physical therapy after surgery or after an injury, what a robotic total joint replacement entails, and the prep and post-op process of a patient who underwent robotic surgery.

Dr. Dan Volpini was born in Sao Paulo, Brazil and moved to Dallas, Texas at the age of 17. Growing up, Dr. Volpini had a strong passion for sports, especially for playing soccer from a young age. He earned his medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas, all under a full scholarship. After graduating from medical school, Dr. Volpini chose to stay in San Antonio where he completed his Orthopaedic surgery residency.

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In This Episode

00:57 - Backstory of Dr. Dan Volpini

02:13 - What motivated Dr. Volpini to become a physician

03:10 - Dr. Volpini's role in sports medicine

04:40 - What it's like to preserve a young person's joint before replacement

06:06 - How stem cell procedures can be performed

07:44 - How important is physical therapy after surgery or after an injury

09:55 - What a robotic total joint replacement entails

12:15 - The preparation process for robotic surgery

14:09 - Post-op recovery of a patient who underwent robotic surgery

15:59 - Dr. Volpini's work at Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas, Forney 

17:29 - How sports medicine has changed over time

Quotes

04:22 - "The goal of modern medicine is to preserve the native joints. We move on to joint replacement for those beyond repair." - Dr. Dan Volpini

07:58 - "Physical therapy is a crucial part of treatment. You can see very different results from the same surgery depending on the amount of therapy, the type of therapy they're doing, and how compliant those patients are." - Dr. Dan Volpini

11:08 - "The difference in robotic-assisted joint replacement is that it is a more precise, custom-made, or custom-planned joint replacement for a specific patient. We replace the damaged joint and keep the patient's normal alignment and normal anatomy in place." - Dr. Dan Volpini

20:47 - "Not only that we treat the injuries, but we also educate. During rehab, we also use preventive medicine, where we want to not only treat the injured joint but also strengthen the other joints so they can prevent further injuries in the future." - Dr. Dan Volpini

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Research has become an indispensable cornerstone of advancing medical science, unlocking new possibilities for patient care and treatment. For North Texas Medical Research Institute (NTMRI) and Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas (OSD), the importance of research resonates at the core of their long-term objectives. With an unwavering dedication to enhancing patient outcomes, they recognize that pioneering treatments, cutting-edge techniques, clinical trials, and collaborative partnerships are key to providing the highest level of care.

For the second time on the Modern Orthopaedics podcast, Lauren speaks with Jeff Neumann, CEO of the North Texas Medical Research Institute (NTMRI). Dedicated to conducting research studies, both for clinical and benchwork, Jeff speaks about the importance of research at North Texas Medical Research Institute (NTMRI), why NTMRI research studies are incorporated into Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas, and how NTMRI and OSD outcomes affect people.

Jeff Neumann has been a clinical coordinator on multiple studies ranging from academic/single investigator studies to NIH-granted studies, including device and drug studies. As one of the Founding Members and CEO of North Texas Medical Research Institute (NTMRI), Jeff hopes that this invaluable experience as a lead coordinator and as a clinical leader in his role as a Physician Assistant (PA) will help guide NTMRI to be a part of something greater and positively contribute to our overall medical knowledge base.

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In This Episode

00:57 - What research is really about at North Texas Medical Research Institute 

01:36 - How research is driven

02:47 - The long-term goal of NTMRI

03:32 - How research studies are developed

04:15 - Why research studies at NTMRI are incorporated at OSD

06:24 - The critical role physician assistants play in medicine

09:52 - How physician assistants' role in healthcare has evolved over time

11:04 - How physician assistants can stay up-to-date on their education

12:44 - The impact that NTMRI and OSD outcomes have on people

18:55 - What Episurf research is about and how it works

22:18 - How can patients get in touch with Jeff

Favorite Quotes

02:52 - "Our long-term goal is to help Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas in how we treat our patients. We want to be on the leading edge of changing how we treat and care for our patients." ~ Jeff Neumann

03:09 - "Patients to us are not just numbers. They're people. And we want to make them better." ~ Jeff Neumann

05:33 - "When I look at someone at their knee, I'm not looking at just their knee. This is someone's knee that affects their life and sometimes affects their back. So, when we look at the patient, we look at them as a whole person." ~ Jeff Neumann

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Get in touch with Jeff Neumann

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• North Texas Medical Research Institute on LinkedIn
• North Texas Medical Research Institute on Facebook