Education and Career
Education and Career
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Dr. Nick Noiseux Reflects on His Career Pathway into Orthopaedic Surgery and His Professional Journey from McGill University to the Mayo Clinic
Nicolas Noiseux, MD discusses his professional journey into orthopaedic surgery and total joint surgery and his involvement with the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association. Recorded in conversation with Marc Swiontkowski, MD on April 18, 2026.
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Dr. William "Woodie" Cross on His Pathway into Orthopaedic Surgery and the MAOA
Woodie Cross, MD discusses his career and history with the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association, in conversation with Marc Swiontkowski, MD. Recorded at the MAOA Annual Meeting in Point Clear, Alabama, on April 18, 2026.
14:35
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Dr. Alfonso Mejia Discusses His Decades-Long Experience with the MAOA
Alfonso Mejia, MD, MPH, from the University of Illinois, discusses his career and experience with attending the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association annual meetings. Recorded in conversation with Marc Swiontkowski, MD on April 17, 2026.
10:55
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Dr. Julie Bishop Reflects on Her Career in Orthopaedic Surgery and Her History with the MAOA
Julie Bishop, MD discusses her path to orthopaedic surgery and Ohio State University, and the importance of the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association in her career development. Recorded in conversation with Marc Swiontkowski, MD on April 16, 2026.
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Dr. Matt Karam Discusses His History with the MAOA
Matt Karam, MD reviews his history with the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association and its unique advantages for trainees to attendings. Recorded in conversation with Marc Swiontkowski, MD at the MAOA Annual Meeting, on April 16, 2026.
15:23
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Dr. James House Reflects on His Career at the University of Minnesota Medical School
Marc F. Swiontkowski, MD, interviews James H. House, MD, about his career from learner to faculty member at the University of Minnesota Department of Orthopedic Surgery. Recorded on January 15, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Bob Probe Reflects on His Career Inside and Outside the OTA
Robert Probe, MD, reflects on his career in trauma, his experience as CMO of his home institution, and his experiences with leadership and fund development within the OTA. Recorded at the OTA Annual Meeting on October 22, 2025.
16:39
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Phil Kregor on Developments in Orthopaedic Trauma
Philip Kregor, MD, discusses the early development of acetabular fracture surgical techniques and the development of locked plate technology, in conversation with Marc Swiontkowski, MD. Recorded at the OTA Annual Meeting on October 17, 2025.
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Leo Whiteside on the TCOA and Musculoskeletal Basic Science
Dr. Leo Whiteside discusses his 2-phased history with the TCOA and his substantial contributions to the development of hip and knee arthroplasty with Dr. Marc Swiontkowski. Recorded at the TCOA Annual Meeting in Park City, Utah, on August 1, 2025.
14:35
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James Andrews on His History with the TCOA and Sports Medicine
Dr. James Andrews discusses his history with the Twentieth Century Orthopaedic Association, as well as his illustrious career in sports medicine, with Dr. Marc Swiontkowski. Recorded at the TCOA Annual Meeting in Park City, Utah, on August 1, 2025.
14:17
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David Markel, Second-Vice President, on the MAOA
Bernie Stulberg, MD, interviews David Markel, MD, Second-Vice President of the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association. Recorded at the MAOA Annual Meeting in San Antonio, Texas, on April 12, 2025.
11:06
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An Interview with Outgoing MAOA President Jim Keeney
James Keeney, MD, discusses his history with the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association, in conversation with Bernie Stulberg, MD. Recorded at the MAOA Annual Meeting in San Antonio, Texas, on April 12, 2025.
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Family and Friends
Family and Friends
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Stephen Gunther Jr. Remembers Stephen Gunther Sr.
Stephen Gunther, MD, remembers his early days attending the TCOA with his dad, an enthusiastic member and career-long supporter of the organization. Recorded at the TCOA Annual Meeting in Lake Geneva, WI, on August 3, 2024.
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Cliff Jones on the TCOA, Family, and Responsibility
Cliff Jones, MD, reflects on his induction into the Twentieth Century Orthopaedic Association, the importance of family, and our responsibility to work to control costs of care. Recorded at the TCOA Annual Meeting, Lake Geneva, WI, August 2, 2024.
10:22
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Amy Ladd Remembers Ken DeHaven
Amy Ladd, MD recalls her relationship with Kenneth DeHaven, MD, past President of AAOS, pioneer sports surgeon, and member of the TCOA. Recorded at the TCOA Annual Meeting in Lake Geneva, WI, on August 1, 2024.
11:28
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Donald Wiss
The FractureBook is the new official digital textbook of the OTA. In conjunction with this project, Donald Wiss, MD, discusses the history of orthopaedic trauma in North America with Anna Miller, MD. Recorded on October 20, 2023.
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Steve Gitelis Reflects on the Origins of the Twentieth Century Orthopaedic Association and Blair and Dodie Filler
Steven Gitelis, MD, discusses the beginnings of the Twentieth Century Orthopaedic Association and its important members over the years, including Blair and Dodie Filler. Recorded at the TCOA Annual Meeting in Albuquerque, NM, August 18, 2023.
11:33
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Dick Haynes Recalls Several Members of the TCOA and Their Impact on His Career
Richard Haynes, MD, looks back on his relationships with several key members of the TCOA, including Blair Filler, MD, G. Paul DeRosa, MD, Tom Whitesides, MD, and Joe Barr, MD. Recorded at the TCOA Annual Meeting in Albuquerque, NM, August 19, 2023.
13:39
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Jim Ficke on His Teacher, Mentor, and Friend, Dick Haynes
James Ficke, MD, describes his relationship with his teacher, mentor, and friend, Richard Haynes, MD, in conversation with Marc F. Swiontkowski, MD. Recorded at the TCOA Annual Meeting in Albuquerque, NM, August 19, 2023.
10:37
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Danny Guy and Steve McCollam Remember Charles Rockwood Jr.
Daniel Guy, MD, and Stephen McCollam, MD, recount their memories of the legendary orthopaedic surgeon, educator, and leader Charles Rockwood Jr., MD. Recorded at the TCOA Annual Meeting in Albuquerque, NM, August 17, 2023.
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Ron Navarro and Jeff Abrams on Rich Hawkins and the Values of the TCOA
Jeffrey Abrams, MD, discusses his relationship with Richard Hawkins, MD, FRCS(C), and the community and friendships fostered by the TCOA, in conversation with Ronald Navarro, MD. Recorded at the TCOA Annual Meeting in Albuquerque, NM, August 2023.
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Bob Hensinger Remembers G. Paul DeRosa
Marc Swiontkowski, MD, interviews Robert Hensinger, MD, about the late Dr. G. Paul DeRosa, a long-term friend and member of the TCOA, and leader in pediatric orthopaedics. Recorded at the TCOA Annual Meeting in Albuquerque, NM, August 16-19, 2023.
11:39
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Ron Navarro and Frank Kelly on Tom Whitesides
Ronald A. Navarro, MD, interviews Frank Kelly, MD, about Dr. Thomas Whitesides, a long-term, dedicated member of the Twentieth Century Orthopaedic Association (TCOA). Recorded at the TCOA Annual Meeting in Albuquerque, NM, August 16-19, 2023.
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Denis Clohisy on Being Raised by Parents Who Worked in Medicine
Denis Clohisy, MD, reflects on the lessons that his parents—a surgeon and a nurse anesthetist—taught him and his siblings. Interview with Marc Swiontkowski, MD, recorded between June 2022 and August 2022 at The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery.
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