Operative Techniques in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery 3rd Edition

📘 Operative Techniques in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery

🧠 Overview

Operative Techniques in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery is a comprehensive, procedure‑focused surgical reference covering the full spectrum of shoulder and elbow operative techniques. Derived from the renowned Operative Techniques in Orthopaedic Surgery series, this volume consolidates expert guidance in one place, making it essential for orthopaedic surgeons, trainees, and musculoskeletal specialists.

🔍 Key Features

• 🪓 Step‑by‑step surgical techniques: Each procedure is described in a clear, templated format with indications, evaluation, surgical steps, and post‑operative care.

• 📸 High‑quality visual support: Full‑color intraoperative photos and detailed illustrations clarify anatomy and key surgical maneuvers.

• 💡 Pearls & pitfalls: Each chapter includes expert tips, common pitfalls, and evidence‑based considerations to optimize outcomes.

• 📊 Structured clinical format: Problems are presented with definitions, physical exams, imaging, differential diagnosis, and outcomes to enhance clinical decision‑making.

• 🎥 Multimedia integration: Procedural videos and a streamlined eBook version support on‑the‑go learning and practical review.

✅ Key Benefits

• Improves operative confidence and technique mastery with clear visual and textual guidance.

• Bridges clinical assessment and surgical execution by integrating imaging and exam findings with operative strategy.

• Ideal for daily clinical reference and pre‑operative review.

• Written by global experts, ensuring authoritative and up‑to‑date surgical practices.

🎯 Who It’s For

• Orthopaedic surgeons and shoulder/elbow specialists

• Residents and fellows in orthopaedic surgery

• Sports medicine clinicians involved in operative care

• Physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and trainees involved in musculoskeletal surgical care

🏷️ Recommended Categories (from your list)

• Orthopedic Surgery – Core focus on surgical procedures

• Musculoskeletal Surgery – Comprehensive surgical content for shoulder and elbow

• Shoulder – Primary anatomic focus

• Elbow – Primary anatomic focus

• Musculoskeletal Education – Teaches operative steps and decision‑making

• Clinical Diagnostics & Imaging – Includes imaging, exam, and surgical correlation

• Medical Education / Reference – Detailed reference for clinical practice

• Sports Medicine – Relevant for sports‑related shoulder and elbow injuries

• Residency & Fellowship Training Resources – Ideal for surgical training

• Physical Rehabilitation / Physical Therapy – Supports rehab planning post‑surgery