🏨 Treating hip fracture patients? 🧐 Ever wondered if it’s safe to delay surgery in order to get someone a total hip replacement? ➡️ New evidence from the SHFA Public Health Scotland published in the BJJ today: boneandjoint.org.uk/article/10.130… TL;DR - If you think a THR is the right op

Congratulations to Professor Shamim Khan, consultant urological surgeon, who has been awarded this year’s prestigious St Peter’s Medal from BAUS. 👏 It is awarded to people who have made a notable contribution to the advancement of urology.

Being involved in BOTA had a profound effect on my career & I still have many close friends as a result Trainees of #orthotwitter cast aside any preconceptions & consider applying Be the change

Applications for our joint NJR Orthopaedic Research UK research fellowship are now open 🌟 This award is for pre-CCT candidates looking to propose a research project aligned with NJR's broad strategic objectives Apply by 5 February 2024 (t&cs apply) - ow.ly/ekVf50Q8eUh

We have a new opportunity for SAS doctors to join the ATLS steering group. Bring your unique perspective and skills to a leadership role, enriching trauma care education. Apply by 27 November at: ow.ly/Fa4250QaVXe

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SPA is non of the below. This is DCC. It will be interesting to hear what Mike Henley 🤨 has to say about this. The pay rise all very top heavy. One ladder step next year for me then nothing for four years. Call me sceptical but this appears well designed to cause a rift.

Published today The Bone & Joint Journal Males 5x increased rate of post-op PPF with a cemented polished taper-slip stem vs collared cementless femoral component. Registries that only record revisions will grossly underestimate this complication #orthotwitter boneandjoint.org.uk/Article/10.130…

We have made the decision, due to technical issues, to change the application process for the #MRCS Part B OSCE Cairo exam to ensure a fair process for all potential candidates. You will now have until 8 February to register your interest: bit.ly/3vZvJdl

It appears that males have a higher risk of periprosthetic fracture after cemented polished tapered femoral stems. All prior registry and cohort data looking at these stems need to be revisited. #BJJ #Arthroplasty #Fracture boneandjoint.org.uk/Article/10.130…

If someone is having a sickle cell crisis, acting fast saves lives. NHS colleagues, this e-learning module will help you spot the signs of a sickle cell crisis and learn how it should be treated. e-lfh.org.uk/programmes/hea…

British Hip Society are delighted to announce their next Principles Course for Hip Replacement Surgery. Suitable for ST3/4 level trainees. 9th April 2024 Harlow. Please apply here eventbrite.co.uk/e/bhs-principl…

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Applications for our joint research fellowship with British Hip Society are now open. Up to £110k will be available for the 2-year research fellowship. The deadline to apply is Friday 5 July 2024. Find out more: bit.ly/orukjpf #InvestinginOurFutureMovement #MSKmatters

Congratulations to all of our amazing diplomates who are being awarded their #MRCS and #FRCS today. Well done 🙌

There is a trend worldwide in this direction but the outcomes in this study should be heeded and a holistic approach mandated for every patient. #TotalHipArthroplasty #Arthroplasty #Surgery Kartik Logishetty boneandjoint.org.uk/Article/10.130…

A further study highlighting excellent ten-year survival for this polished tapered cemented stem, but a risk of PPFs is the most common reason for reoperation. The authors have highlighted some risk factors, albeit largely non-modifiable. #Fracture #THA boneandjoint.org.uk/Article/10.130…

So disappointing that this is necessary -but it is! Let’s make a pact to make things better -and bring about a positive change .., we can do it ..,,