This week, our hosts Dr. Drew Lansdown and Dr. Brian Feeley sit down with our podcast’s producer, Andrew Gatto, who’s not only the tech guru behind the scenes but also fresh from his own orthopedic residency interview journey. Andrew shares insider insights on navigating one of the most intense aspects of a medical career: the …
Join us on Six to Eight Weeks as we dive into the world of orthopedic mentorship with Dr. Amit Aiyer, a renowned foot and ankle surgeon from Johns Hopkins. Known as the ‘Ortho Mentor’ to countless aspiring orthopedic surgeons, Dr. Aiyer shares his journey from being a med student with more questions than answers to …
Welcome to an eye-opening episode on one of medicine’s biggest mysteries—pain. Whether you’ve dealt with a lingering ache, faced surgery, or simply been curious about why we feel pain, this conversation is for you. Today, we’re joined by pain expert Dr. William Schmidt, who has spent over three decades researching pain relief and pioneering breakthroughs …
The NBA regular season is starting! Listen to our latest podcast as we break down how injuries may impact the Warriors this season as well as some bonus analysis of injuries to other key players in the NBA. LISTEN HERE or WATCH! Connect with the Hosts of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast: It’s never been easier …
In this episode of Six to Eight Weeks, UCSF’s Dr. Nirav Pandya and Dr. Brian Feeley sit down with world-renowned orthopedic expert Dr. Jacqueline Hill to explore the fascinating field of limb deformity and limb lengthening. Discover the latest surgical advancements, expert insights on treatment options, and how early intervention can transform lives. Whether you’re …
Concussions continue to be a problem in all levels of football. Listen to our latest podcast as we sit down with Dr. Chris Nowinski from the Concussion Legacy Foundation to discuss Tua Tagovailoa, Brett Favre, youth football, and more. LISTEN HERE Connect with the Hosts of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast: It’s never been easier to …
In this episode of UCSF’s sports medicine podcast Six to Eight Weeks, Dr. Nirav Pandya, Dr. Brian Feeley, and Dr. Drew Lansdown sit down with Dr. Dan Thuillier, the chief of foot and ankle surgery at UCSF and team physician for the Oakland Roots, to dive into Achilles injuries. With the recent injury to Christian …
Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes when an NFL player goes down with an injury? It all revolves around the iconic blue medical tent! Join top sports medicine experts Dr. Brian Feeley and Dr. Drew Lansdown as they pull back the curtain on NFL sideline injury management. Discover the fast-paced, high-stakes sports medicine world …
Dr. Brian Feeley and Dr. Drew Lansdown are joined this week by UC San Francisco Orthopaedic Surgery resident Dr. Andrew Gatto to discuss differences between allopathic (MD) and osteopathic (DO) physicians! Dr. Gatto is a recent DO graduate, giving insight into the uniqueness of Osteopathic training and how it influenced his journey into Orthopaedics and …
The NFL is back!!….and so are several players returning from season-ending injuries. Join Dr. Brian Feeley, Dr. Nirav Pandya, and Dr. Drew Lansdown as they cover concerns and expectations for the returns of New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, Cincinnati Bengals Quarterback Joe Burrow, San Francisco 49ers safety Talanoa Hufanga, and more! Dive into Achilles …