Overview
As an Orthopedic Surgeon my primary focus of research is joint preservation. My primary clinical interests are Orthopedic Trauma and Hip Reconstruction.
In Orthopedic Trauma my research interests are 1) Basic science investigations of articular fractures with two current animal models in use. 2) Clinical research includes evaluation of techniques to reduce and stabilize articular fractures, as well as management of open fractures.
In the area of Hip Reconstruction my areas of research are 1) Hip Arthroscopy and treatment of hip disorders, and treatment of labral tears in the treatment of hip pain. 2) Periacetabular osteotomy for the treatment of hip dysplasia.
In Orthopedic Trauma my research interests are 1) Basic science investigations of articular fractures with two current animal models in use. 2) Clinical research includes evaluation of techniques to reduce and stabilize articular fractures, as well as management of open fractures.
In the area of Hip Reconstruction my areas of research are 1) Hip Arthroscopy and treatment of hip disorders, and treatment of labral tears in the treatment of hip pain. 2) Periacetabular osteotomy for the treatment of hip dysplasia.
Current Appointments & Affiliations
Goldner Jones Distinguished Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
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2022 - Present
Orthopaedic Surgery,
Clinical Science Departments
Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
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2007 - Present
Orthopaedic Surgery,
Clinical Science Departments
Affiliate of the Duke Regeneration Center
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2021 - Present
Duke Regeneration Center,
Basic Science Departments
Recent Publications
The Role of Sleep Apnea in Postoperative Neurocognitive Disorders Among Older Noncardiac Surgery Patients: A Prospective Cohort Study.
Journal Article Anesth Analg · January 1, 2025 BACKGROUND: Obstructive sleep apnea is associated with increased dementia risk, yet its role in postoperative neurocognitive disorders is unclear. Here, we studied whether the severity of untreated obstructive sleep apnea is associated with the severity of ... Full text Link to item CiteElevated body mass index and obesity are associated with pain-associated psychological distress in patients with hip pain.
Journal Article Arch Orthop Trauma Surg · December 12, 2024 INTRODUCTION: Little research has investigated the relationship between musculoskeletal pain and body mass index (BMI) in the context of pain-associated psychological distress. This study aims to determine if independent associations exist between BMI, obe ... Full text Link to item CiteMode of injury and level of synovitis alter inflammatory chondrocyte gene expression and associated pathways.
Journal Article Sci Rep · November 21, 2024 Although various joint injuries result in post-traumatic osteoarthritis (PTOA), differences in chondrocyte response to specific injuries, such as blunt compression or fracture, are unclear. Furthermore, the role of underlying joint inflammation, or synovit ... Full text Link to item CiteRecent Grants
Boston Children's/UCLA/Duke Next Generation Regeneration for Osteoarthritis (BUD NextGenRegen for OA)
ResearchInvestigator · Awarded by Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health · 2024 - 2029Lower Extremity Shaft Nail Registry (LESN)
Clinical TrialPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Medical Device Business Services, Inc. · 2022 - 2025Validation of novel serum, and synovial fluid proteomic biomarkers as potential predictors of post-traumatic osteoarthritis after intraarticular ankle fractures
ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Piedmont Orthopedic Foundation · 2021 - 2025View All Grants
Education, Training & Certifications
University of Missouri, Columbia ·
1986
M.D.