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The AHF Shark Tank

In this episode, Joseph M. Schwab interviews Dr. Charlie DeCook, co-founder of the Anterior Hip Foundation (AHF). They discuss the origins and evolution of the AHF Shark Tank, a platform for orthopedic surgeons and innovators to present their ideas to industry executives. The conversation highlights the importance of learning from feedback, the role of capitalism in innovation, and the shifting focus from implant technology to surgical techniques and tech innovations. They also touch upon the impact of the AHF Shark Tank on the broader orthopedic community and the potential advancements for the 2025 Shark Tank event.

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In this episode of the AHF podcast, host Joe Schwab interviews Dr. Brian Gladnick from the Carrell Memorial Clinic in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Gladnick discusses his background, the history, and the growth of the Carrell Clinic, along with his research on automated impaction in total hip arthroplasty. His study discovered that selective use of automated impaction significantly reduces fracture rates during surgery. Dr. Gladnick highlights the benefits and offers advice for both current users and potential adopters of automated impaction technology.

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In this AHF podcast episode, host Joe Schwab talks with Dr. Juan Suarez, an orthopedic surgeon from Baptist Health Orthopedic Institute, about his career journey, innovations in hip replacement surgery, and receiving the 2024 Joel Matta Award for Excellence and Innovation. They discuss his influences, career decisions, adoption of the anterior approach, development of cuptomize technology for surgical precision, and advice for aspiring medical professionals.