The Upper Hand: Chuck & Chris Talk Hand Surgery IFSSH Preview with Guests Jeff Yao and Jeff Friedrich
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Feb 16, 2025 Chuck and Chris are joined by Jeff Yao, a distinguished hand surgeon from Stanford with a knack for arthroscopy, and Jeff Friedrich, a plastic surgeon known for his work at the University of Washington and Seattle Children's. They dive into planning the International Federation for Societies for Surgery of the Hand meeting, likening it to the 'Olympics for hand surgeons.' The conversation also highlights innovative treatments for CMC arthritis, revealing exciting surgical techniques to enhance patient recovery.
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IFSSH Program Overview
- The IFSSH meeting program, designed with flexibility by the Jeffs, offers diverse content.
- It's a rare US event, similar to the Olympics for hand surgeons, happening for the second time (and likely the last in our lifetime).
Navigating the IFSSH Program
- The IFSSH program, based on the London meeting's template, offers diverse sessions.
- Prepare for information overload due to concurrent sessions, and plan your attendance strategically.
Speaker Selection Challenges
- Many talented hand surgeons worldwide couldn't be included in the IFSSH program due to limited space.
- The selection prioritized known individuals and those in the literature.
