#29 Consolidation Part III: Impact of Consolidation on Musculoskeletal Care

In this episode, Dr. Lundy interviews three AAOS members who have different perspectives on the role of consolidation in the advancement of musculoskeletal care. Listeners will hear from them on the pros and cons of consolidation and learn more about how consolidation will influence future trends in the practice of orthopaedic surgery. 
Additional links and resources:
Podcast episode on "Repeal of Antitrust Exemption for Health Insurers": aaos.org/publications/the-bone-beat-orthopaedic-podcast-channel/the-bone-beat-advocacy-podcast/episode-15/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.aaos.org/publications/the-bone-beat-orthopaedic-podcast-channel/the-bone-beat-advocacy-podcast/episode-15/
FAQ on consolidation: aaos.org/globalassets/advocacy/issues/faqs-on-hospital-consolidation.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.aaos.org/globalassets/advocacy/issues/faqs-on-hospital-consolidation.pdf
AAOS Advocacy Action Center: aaos.org/advocacy/advocacy-action-center/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.aaos.org/advocacy/advocacy-action-center/
Guests: James W. Barber, M.D., Southeastern Orthopaedics; Frederic E. Liss, M.D., Rothman Orthopaedic Institute; Ronald A. Navarro, M.D., Kaiser Permanente 
Host: Douglas Lundy, M.D., MBA, FAAOS, AAOS Advocacy Council Chair