In this issue of Orthopedic Clinics, guest editors from the esteemed Campbell Clinic bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Ethics and Professionalism in Orthopedics. Articles encompass the principles and standards that guide orthopedic surgeons in delivering care that is not only effective and efficient, but also respectful, compassionate, and just.
Contains 10 relevant, practice-oriented topics including comorbidities in total hip and knee arthroplasty patients: when is it okay to say no?; caring for the underserved population in orthopaedic trauma; ethics in pediatric decision making and application process; ethical considerations in selection of procedure location: hospital vs surgery center; and more. Provides in-depth clinical reviews on ethics and professionalism in orthopedics, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.
Comorbidities in Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Patients: When Is It Okay to Say No? Should Body Mass Index Be Considered a Hard Stop for Total Joint Replacement?: An Ethical Dilemma Navigating the Intersection of Technology and Surgical Education: Advancements, Challenges, and Ethical Considerations in Orthopedic Training Surgeon Autonomy and Implant Choice Caring for Underserved Populations in Orthopedic Trauma Providing Comprehensive Care Beyond the Broken Bones: Identification and Interventions for Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence Ethics in Pediatric Decision-Making and Application Process: A Clinical Perspective Maintaining Professionalism in the Difficult Patient Interaction The Decision for Amputation Versus Limb Salvage in Patients with Limb-threatening Lower Extremity Indications: An Ethical Analysis Ethical Considerations in Selection of Procedure Location: Hospital Versus Surgery Center