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How Are So Many Total Joint Replacements Performed in an Outpatient Setting?

by Dr. Benjamin Schwartz and Dr. William Rubenstein Joint replacement surgery is one of the most common procedures in the U.S. and previously required an overnight hospital stay. Increasingly, these surgeries are often performed in outpatient settings for appropriate candidates, offering patients convenience and safety by allowing them to return home the same day. This […]

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Physician Spotlight on Dr. Emad S. Younan

How did you get interested in pain medicine? One in four adults suffers from chronic pain. What could be more rewarding and satisfying than helping these patients who are suffering and supporting them in their perseverance and hope? What inspired you to join Sports Medicine North? Our values are perfectly aligned. Patient care and professional […]

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Understanding Scoliosis: Key Insights for Scoliosis

What is scoliosis Scoliosis is an abnormal side-to-side curvature of the spine. When looking at a person with scoliosis from the front, his or her spine may be more shaped like a “C” or a “S”. This can lead to the shoulders and/or hips being uneven. If the curve is large enough, it can cause […]

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Physician Spotlight on Dr. Mostafa Abousayed

How did you become interested in foot and ankle surgery? I love the variety in this field. I get to treat all sorts of different afflictions, from sports injuries and fractures to deformities all in any given day. The foot and ankle anatomy is complex and challenging but fulfilling to understand and treat. This specialty […]

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Sports Medicine North Leads Massachusetts Orthopedic Practices with 16 Castle Connolly 2024 Top Doctors

Sports Medicine North is proud to lead Massachusetts orthopedic practices with 16 Castle Connolly 2024 Top Doctors. These notable doctors are nominated by their peers and thoroughly validated by Castle Connolly’s research team to ensure that they deliver the highest quality patient care. The doctors selected have been determined to embody excellence in clinical care […]

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Physician Spotlight on Dr. William Rubenstein

How did you become interested in orthopedics? My interest in orthopedics stems from my roots as a lifelong athlete and college varsity swimmer — I have always had an interest in the strength and conditioning required to keep the body performing at a high level. After starting my career in management consulting at Bain & […]

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