6-8 Weeks: Perspectives on Sports Medicine

6-8 Weeks: Perspectives on Sports Medicine

6-8 Weeks: Perspectives on Sports Medicine presents the people and stories behind sports medicine in our community. Hosted by Dr. Nirav Pandya, MD, Dr. Brian Feeley, MD, and Dr. Drew Lansdown, MD. Please note the podcast represent the opinions of the hosts and should not be substituted for medical advice.

Episodes

June 9, 2025 24 mins
Listen to our latest podcast as Dr Brian Feeley and Dr Drew Lansdown break down how to excel as a rotating medical student.
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What makes a good surgeon? Listen to Dr Brian Feeley and Dr Nirav Pandya as they take a deep dive into the complexities of what allows surgeons to excel in the operating room.
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Interested in hand injuries? What does a hand surgeon treat? Listen to our latest podcast as we sit down with Dr. Lauren Shapiro of the UCSF Department of Orthopedic Surgery.
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Are you a medical student interested in going into orthopedic surgery? One of the critical parts of the application process is excelling on your sub-internship during your 4th year of medical school. Listen to our latest podcast as we break down how to succeed on this critical part of the path to becoming a surgeon.
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Listen to our latest "emergency" podcast as Dr Brian Feeley and Dr Nirav Pandya break down hamstring injuries and recovery with the news of Stephen Curry's hamstring strain.
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May 2, 2025 23 mins
Listen to our latest podcast as we break down a recent paper in the American Journal of Sports Medicine looking at the interplay between ACL reconstruction and post-traumatic arthritis.
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April 28, 2025 18 mins
Listen to our latest podcast as we break down Jimmy Butler's return, Damian Lillard's Achilles tear, and the 49ers draft.
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The NBA Play In Tournament begins this week. The Golden State Warriors play the Memphis Grizzlies tomorrow with some lingering injury concerns. Listen to our mini-podcast as we break down thumb injuries and thigh contusions as well have a bonus breakdown for Celtics fans about knee injections.
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In this episode of Six to Eight Weeks, Dr. Drew Lansdown and Dr. Brian Feeley break down what’s new in rotator cuff repair surgery. From surgical technique to regenerative medicine, tendon transfers to reverse shoulder replacements, this is a comprehensive look at what we know, what we’ve learned, and where the field is going
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From weekend warriors on the slopes to NFL players taking hard hits, collarbones take a beating. But not all clavicle injuries are the same. Some require immediate surgery, while others heal just fine without intervention. Some look dramatic but aren’t functionally limiting, while others can be downright dangerous. Listen to our latest podcast as we break down fractures, SC joint dislocations, and AC joint separations.
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Lots of NBA injury news this past week with Wembanyama's blood clot, complex surgical options being discussed for Joel Embiid, and a loose cartilage fragment for Jalen Suggs. Listen to our latest podcast as we break it all down from a sports medicine perspective.
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Listen to Dr. Nirav Pandya's talk at UCSF Grand Rounds as he comprehensively discusses the current state of youth sports from injury risk to the impact on professional athlete performance.
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On this episode of Six to Eight Weeks: Perspectives on Sports Medicine, Dr. Drew Lansdown sits down with Dr. Nirav Pandya and Dr. Brian Feeley to discuss their recent research published in the Orthopedic Journal of Sports Medicine. Their study touches on two of the biggest topics in modern sports: early sports specialization and load management in the NBA.
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Huge move for the Warriors with Jimmy Butler coming over before the NBA trade deadline. Listen to our latest podcast as we break down what it means from a health and injury perspective.
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In this episode of Six to Eight Weeks: Perspectives on Sports Medicine, we discuss what it would look like if the NBA and collegiate basketball had an official overseer of player health, injury prevention, and long-term athlete development. What would we propose and how would it look?
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January 27, 2025 27 mins
In this week’s episode, Dr. Feeley sits down with Danny Keller, a physical therapist and frequent guest, to discuss a topic that resonates with many patients: the challenges of recovering after surgery. Their conversation offers valuable insights for anyone navigating the often difficult journey of post-surgical rehabilitation.
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January 19, 2025 20 mins
This week, Dr. Feeley and Danny Keller, a seasoned physical therapist, tackle the critical topic of returning to sports after injury. Whether it’s skiing, basketball, or soccer, bridging the gap between "almost ready" and "fully ready" can be daunting. Here’s what you need to know.
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January 8, 2025 18 mins
It’s been a tough weekend for Bay Area sports fans—the Warriors faced a tough loss to the Kings, and the 49ers’ season ended on a disappointing note with a loss to the Arizona Cardinals. In this week's podcast, we’re diving into the key injuries that defined the 49ers’ season and what they mean for the team moving forward.
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In this week's episode, we tackle a topic on many patients' minds: medical imaging. From x-rays to MRIs, CT scans, and ultrasounds, imaging plays a vital role in diagnosing and treating orthopedic injuries. Our discussion dives into the nuances of when and why we use these tools, providing insight into how imaging guides decision-making in sports medicine.
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November 25, 2024 20 mins
In this week’s episode, Dr. Brian Feeley and Dr. Drew Lansdown tackle one of the most talked-about topics in professional football: quarterback shoulder injuries. Listen as the duo dives into the anatomy, mechanics, and recovery process for these critical injuries. As the NFL season progresses past the 60% mark, this conversation is not only timely but also crucial for fans, athletes, and anyone interested in the intersection of sp...
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