56: Anterolateral Ligament Reconstruction w/ Dr. Piasecki

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Dr. Dana Piasecki, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Charlotte, North Carolina, with over 19 years of experience. His education started at Harvard University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in biology. In 2002, he received his medical degree from Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine.  Also, Dr. Piasecki completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at a prestigious Hospital for Special Surgery in 2007 and his fellowship at Rush University Medical Center in 2008 where he specializes in Orthopedic Sports Medicine, and Shoulder/Elbow Surgery. Moreover, he is also the fellowship program director for sports medicine fellowship at orthocarolina. Goal of episode: To develop a baseline knowledge on Anterolateral Ligament Reconstruction. We cover: Lateral Knee Anatomy Function of Anterolateral capsule structures Anterolateral ligament Physical Exam Imaging Operative Indication Biomechanical surgical considerations Surgical Technical Pearls Post-op