Making the Rounds

During this episode of Banner Health’s Making the Rounds podcast, we discuss the intricacies of orthopedic injuries and how personalized treatment can make a difference. You'll hear from Dr. Rafael Buerba Siller, an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon specializing in knee and shoulder orthopedic surgery with Banner - University Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute. Dr. Buerba brings extensive experience from his work with to...

During this episode of Making the Rounds, we're on-site at Spring Training in Goodyear, Arizona, with Dr. Grant Padley, an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine provider with TOCA at Banner Health and a team physician for the Cincinnati Reds Major and Minor League Baseball teams for the past 16 seasons. Dr. Padley shares his experience treating athletes at all levels – from professional baseball players to young competitors – ...

During this episode of Banner Health’s Making the Rounds podcast, we'll be discussing foot and ankle reconstruction, mastering joint sparing vs. joint sacrificing strategies and arthroplasty innovations. You'll hear fromDr. Damien Richardson, an orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon with Banner - University Medicine and Banner Sports Medicine Scottsdale, and assistant professor at the University of Arizona College Medicine - Ph...

During this episode of Making the Rounds, we discuss a groundbreaking treatment transforming the way we address chronic tendon conditions in orthopedics and sports medicine -- TenJet. This innovative approach is providing patients with renewed optimism and improved results. You'll hear from Dr. Elizabeth Batterton, a non-operative sports medicine physician at Banner - University Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute in Pho...

During this episode of Making the Rounds, we are discussing advancing treatments transforming the way we address injuries and chronic conditions in orthopedics and sports medicine, orthobiologics. You'll hear from Dr. Elizabeth Batterton, a non-operative sports medicine physician at Banner - University Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute in Phoenix, Arizona. To learn more about this topic or other orthopedic related services...

In this episode of Making the Rounds, we discuss complex joint replacement surgeries. You'll hear from renowned orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Kirk Kindsfater. With more than 29 years of experience and 33,000+ successful joint replacements under his belt, Dr. Kindsfater and his dedicated team bring world-class expertise in hip and knee replacement to our community at The Joint Replacement Center of Northern Colorado at Banner Health. This...

During this episode of Making the Rounds, we’ll be discussing diagnostic advancements for prostate cancer, medical treatment options, surgical interventions and prevention strategies. You'll hear from Dr. Alex Bowman, a medical oncologist specializing in genitourinary cancers at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center and the co-director of the genitourinary cancer program at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. To learn more about this to...

In this episode of Making the Rounds, we discuss a topic that's crucial for both health care providers and patients: breast cancer. We talk through innovative treatments, updated screening guidelines, how to identify high-risk patients, and provide a deeper understanding of inflammatory breast cancer and how it's diagnosed.

You'll hear from Dr. Hung Khong, a medical oncologist specializing in breast cancer, section chief of medica...

During this episode of Making the Rounds, we’ll discuss normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), how it's diagnosed as well as challenges with the diagnostic process, non-surgical treatment options and surgical interventions. We'll also share information about the new Center for Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus at Banner Health in Phoenix. You'll hear from Dr. Robert Bina, a neurosurgeon specializing in epilepsy surgery and restorative ...

During this episode of Making the Rounds, we’ll discuss a topic crucial for both primary care physicians and pulmonologists - the management of lung nodules, encompassing their diagnosis, treatment and overall care. You'll hear from Dr. Stephanie Worrell, a thoracic surgical oncologist at Banner - University Medicine Tucson and the University of Arizona Cancer Center. She is also a clinical associate professor and thoracic se...

During this episode of Making the Rounds, we’ll discuss micro-invasive surgery, minimally invasive techniques and the latest advancements in spine surgery treatments. You'll hear from Dr. Andrew Chung, a spine surgeon specializing in micro-invasive spine surgery at Banner Health in Phoenix, Arizona. To learn more about this topic or other spine surgery related services provided at Banner Health, please visit bannerhealth.com/...

During this episode of Making the Rounds, we discuss the bariatric surgery and weight management services offered at Banner Health.

You'll hear from a panel of experts specializing in the treatment of patients in the field of obesity medicine and bariatric surgery, including Dr. Farah Husain, bariatric surgeon at Banner - University Medical Center - Phoenix and division chief of bariatric surgery at University of Arizona C...

During this episode of Making the Rounds, we’ll discuss neurodegenerative disorders, deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s disease and the neurological treatment options that are on the horizon.

You'll hear from Dr. Julie Pilitsis, a neurosurgeon specializing in neurodegenerative diseases at Banner - University Medicine Tucson. She is also the chair of the Department of Neurosurgery and physician executive for Functional Neur...

During this episode of Making the Rounds, we’ll be discussing the intricacies of care for cleft palates and cleft lips in the pediatric population. We'll look at challenges, innovations, and collaborative efforts that are defining the landscape of care for these patients.

You'll hear from Dr. Jonathan Skirko, a pediatric otolaryngologist and craniofacial plastic surgeon at Diamond Children’s Banner Children’s in Tucso...

During this episode of Making the Rounds, we’ll discuss complex shoulder surgeries. Whether it's a torn rotator cuff, degenerative arthritis or a complex instability issue, finding the right treatment path is crucial for patients.

Join us as we talk with Dr. Anup Shah, an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, knee arthroscopy and shoulder surgery at Banner - University Orthopedic and Sports Medicine.

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During this episode of Making the Rounds, we discuss the importance of early triage in Achilles tendon injuries and explore the latest advancements in Achilles tendon care.

Join us as we talk with Damien Richardson, MD, MPH, a former NFL strong safety for the Carolina Panthers turned distinguished orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon with Banner - University Medicine and Banner Sports Medicine Scottsdale. Dr. Richardson also serv...

During this episode of Making the Rounds, we’ll discuss an innovative treatment in abdominal cancers – hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy, commonly known as HIPEC surgery.  

Joining me today on Making the Rounds is Dr. Carrie Luu, a surgical oncologist specializing in abdominal cancers at Banner – University Medicine Tucson and the University of Arizona Cancer Center, and clinical assistant professor with the University of A...

During this episode of Banner Health’s Making the Rounds podcast, we will be discussing the importance of sport psychology and why mental strength is a crucial component in an athlete’s performance. We'll also talk through some of the advantages your patients have if they're treated at Banner Health thanks to our multidisciplinary team of providers and health care specialists. You'll hear from Sierra Dimberg, PhD, a s...

In this episode of Making the Rounds, we will be discussing pediatric orthopedic surgery, covering a spectrum from common to complex orthopedic conditions, and why specialized care for pediatric treatment is so important.

You'll hear from Dr. Ryan Miller, pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Banner Children’s, and Associate Professor of Orthopaedics and Child Health at The University of Arizona College of Medicine Phoenix.

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