The Rise of Outpatient Total Shoulder Replacements: Efficiency, Quality, and the Future

Becker’s Healthcare -- Spine and Orthopedic Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Murthi, the Chief, Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, discusses his journey in orthopedic surgery and the growing trend of performing total shoulder replacements in outpatient settings. He shares best practices for efficiency and quality in ASCs, along with insights for surgeons new to this environment. Dr. Murthi also explores exciting developments on the horizon for outpatient shoulder replacements, including considerations for different implant types.

This episode is sponsored by DePuy Synthes, the Orthopedic Company of Johnson and Johnson.