The Upper Hand: Chuck & Chris Talk Hand Surgery
The Upper Hand Podcast feature Charles Goldfarb and Chris Dy from Washington University Department of Orthopedic Surgery. Our weekly podcast will discuss all things hand surgery, from the technical aspects of what we do (diagnosis, treatment) to our more personal approaches to events and opportunities that hand surgeons experience. We welcome feedback and audience engagement. We are grateful for the muscial contribution of @iamPeterMartin.
Episodes
245 episodes
Interesting Travels and Listener Feedback
Chuck and Chris share interesting information about Chuck's trip to India for the World Congenital Symposium and Chris' visit to the Curtis National Hand Center as a Visiting Professor. Then they discuss a listener's concern about their d...
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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33:25
JHS Journal Club, Part 2: Age and Nerves, Epitendinous Repair, and Weight bearing CT / SLIL
Chuck and Chris begin a new initiative working with The Journal of Hand Surgery on a quarterly journal club. Nash and Macerena will choose the articles from the previous quarter and Chris and Chuck will review the articles and discuss pra...
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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30:35
JHS Journal Club, Part 1: Basal joint arthritis, telemedicine, and GLPs
Chuck and Chris begin a new initiative working with The Journal of Hand Surgery on a quarterly journal club. Nash and Macerena will choose the articles from the previous quarter and Chris and Chuck will review the articles and discuss pra...
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Season 7
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Episode 3
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36:47
Challenges with "Simple" Procedures in Hand Surgery
Chuck and Chris review common, "straightforward" surgeries in hand surgery and what might go wrong. We specifically discuss trigger finger release, dequervains release, ganglion excision and carpal tunnel release. We share our thoug...
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34:09
Technical considerations: Ulnar Nerve and Thumb Ulnar Collateral Ligament
Chuck and Chris respond to listener submitted questions regarding cubital tunnel decompression and ulnar nerve transposition. We also discuss some nuanced cases of thumb UCL injuries.We are in need of a podcast intern! We wo...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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37:52
Revision Surgery for Carpal Tunnel and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: Chris Dy on The Resident Review Podcast
Chris goes solo on this one as we share his guest podcast appearance on "The Resident Review Podcast." The Second Look: Navigating Revision Surgery for Carpal and Cubital Tunnel SyndromesRevision surgery for nerve compres...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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1:15:38
Elbow Arthroscopy Tips and Tricks
Chuck and Chris discuss tricks and tips for elbow arthroscopy, a listener submitted topic. Learn more about indications, portal placement, and keys to success.We are in need of a podcast intern! We would appreciate any refer...
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Season 6
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Episode 42
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41:00
Clinic Efficiency and a Surgical Approach for Radial Tunnel Syndrome
Chuck and Chris discuss tips for an efficient clinic and review a surgical approach for radial tunnel syndrome and pronator syndrome treatment.We are in need of a podcast intern! We would appreciate any referrals!See www.p...
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Season 6
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Episode 43
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40:07
Guyons Canal Decompression: Indications and Technique
Chuck and Chris discuss Guyons Canal release indications and technical pearls along with treatment of hook of the hamate fractures.Also, Chris and Macy's book is available:
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Season 6
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Episode 42
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49:54
Thought Leadership in 2025
Chuck and Chris had fun with this episode as we discuss listener comments, highlight an interesting elbow case, and take a deep dive on thought leadership based on a great piece written by Benjamin Schwartz.
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45:48
Local Only Hand Surgery, Pearls and Challenges
Chuck and Chris discuss their approach to local only surgery include some basic pearls, building on previous episodes. They also discuss some local challenges including insurance companies.We are in need of a podcast intern!&nb...
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31:52
ASSH Annual Meeting in Vancouver Live Podcast
Chuck and Chris host a live podcast in Vancouver at the ASSH Annual Meeting. Listen in for some fun and lively discussion about topics pertinent to all including dupuytrens, distal radius fractures and more!We are in need of a ...
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50:18
ASSH Annual Meeting Preview with Meeting Chairs Lindley Wall and Carl Harper
Chuck and Chris are joined by the co-chairs of the ASSH Annual Meeting, Lindley Wall and Carl Harper. They share insights on ALL of the exciting plans for the robust annual meeting in Vancouver. Join us and get excited about the. me...
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34:39
Tennis Elbow with Macy Stonner
Chuck and Chris are joined by podcast regular Macy Stonner to discuss tennis elbow. Macy shares therapy perspectives on 'LET'. We also hear about about therapy for free functioning muscle transfers.We are in need of a podcast inter...
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Season 6
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Episode 17
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42:11
Pearls and Challenges: Carpal tunnel, practice efficiencies, and the ulnar wrist
Chuck and Chris discuss the ulnar wrist, some listener submitted pearls on carpal tunnel release and close with a discussion of practical tips for an efficient practice. Join us to hear our thoughts and always feel free to share yours at ...
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Season 6
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Episode 16
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40:53
Handling Referrals Plus Tips and Tricks for Common Surgeries
Chuck and Chris discuss a listener submitted query around handling referrals. We also discuss our tips and tricks around common surgeries including carpal tunnel release, trigger ringer release, and ganglion excxision. Join us to hear our...
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40:21
AIN Palsy and Advice for New Fellowship Grads
Chuck and Chris discuss fellowship graduation, a case of AIN palsy, and advice for new fellowship graduates as the establish their practices. Join us to hear our opinions and always feel free to share yours at handpocast@gmail.com...
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Season 6
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Episode 20
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42:52
Are the 'simple' diagnoses in hand surgery really that simple?
Chuck and Chris discuss "simple" diagnoses that may be overlooked in residency and fellowship training. Diagnoses like mucous cysts, ganglion cysts, and carpal boss. We definitely do not agree on management on many of these. J...
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Season 6
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Episode 19
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38:04
The Carpal Bones, More Fun Than You Think
Chuck and Chris discuss their thoughts/ the relevance of each of the carpal bones and we promise this episode is more fun that you may think. We discuss how we think about each bone, the pathology associated and the intervent...
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Season 6
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Episode 18
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43:14
Chuck and Chris Talk Distal Biceps Ruptures
Chuck and Chris discuss a new topic- distal biceps rutpures. This is one of Chuck's favorite procedures but a little out of the day to day for Chris. We discuss anatomy and treatment options including surgical technique.Than...
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33:29
CMCs, OCDs, and Leadership
Chuck and Chris discuss a number of stimulating topics. First up, Chuck shares a case of a large elbow osteochondritis dissecans lesion and the latest in treatment techniques. Next we discuss a listener submitted question on CMC pai...
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42:49
Nerve Conference, B-School, and Complex CMC Arthritis
Chuck and Chris catch up on nerve conferences, business school, and review a difficult CMC arthritis case. Join us!Please complete our survey: https://bit.ly/3iHGFpDSee www.practicelink.com/theupperhand for more info...
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Season 6
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Episode 15
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38:56
Favorite and Not-So-Favorite Surgeries
Chuck and Chris discuss a few of their favorite surgeries and some that are not so favorite right now. We invite you to share your favorites and any tips or tricks that you value.Please complete our survey: https://bit.ly/3i...
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Season 6
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Episode 14
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30:44
What's New in Hand Surgery, 2025 Part 2
Chuck and Chris discuss the new JBJS article, What's New in Hand Surgery, written by Drs Wager and Suh. Lots of great content in Part 2 on many topics including distal radius fracture, nerve injury, arthroscopy, arthroplasty and so much m...
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Season 6
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Episode 42
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32:24