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Developing leaders in orthopaedics, rehabilitation research, education, and patient care.

03/20/2026

Congratulations and welcome to our Match Day 2026 residents! We’re thrilled to have you join Duke Orthopaedic Surgery. 💙

03/12/2026

⭐ Congratulations to Dr. Erica D. Taylor!

We are excited to announce that Dr. Erica D. Taylor, MD, MBA, an associate professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Duke, has received the AAOS Impact Award. This prestigious honor recognizes outstanding leadership, service, and significant contributions to the orthopaedic field.

The award was presented to Taylor by her colleague and the current AAOS President, Dr. Ned Amendola, at the 2026 AAOS Annual Meeting. This accolade highlights her dedication to improving patient care, advancing education, and demonstrating leadership in orthopaedics. Please join us in celebrating Dr. Taylor's well-earned achievement! https://duke.is/c/2z7m

03/10/2026

Inspiring! Research Day Symposium: Aligning Science & Society
We explored how to bridge the gap between discovery and public impact with dynamic sessions from leaders across medicine, media, and policy:
💬 Jeff Baker, MD, reminded us that earning public trust starts with acknowledging history—and building from a foundation of transparency and humility.
📺 NBC Health Reporter Erika Edwards shared strategies for taking science from our labs to the living room, helping researchers communicate clearly, accessibly, and with purpose.
🏛️ Kyle Covington, PT, DPT, PhD, highlighted why it’s essential for clinicians and scientists to advocate for healthcare education, research funding, and policy—and how we can meaningfully engage with state and federal lawmakers.
🧠 Jocelyn Wittstein, MD, encouraged us to meet audiences exactly where they are—delivering short, unscripted, digestible insights paired with quick action items to drive real understanding.

03/10/2026

Duke Orthopaedics Department Research Day & Symposium 2026

03/10/2026

Our Department Research Day is officially underway! 🔬

The energy is high as presentations kick off featuring outstanding work from our chief residents, faculty, students, and trainees. From innovative clinical studies to cutting-edge translational research, today is all about showcasing the ideas and discoveries driving the future of orthopaedics.

Proud to see our community of learners and leaders sharing their work, asking big questions, and pushing the field forward. Stay tuned for highlights throughout the day! 👏🦴

02/12/2026

👏 Celebrating Excellence in Duke Orthopaedics! We congratulate Brian Lau, MD, MPH, FAAOS, associate professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Duke, on his role as the OrthoInfo Sports Medicine Section Editor and newest member of the OrthoInfo Editorial Board. Dr. Lau’s dual fellowship training in sports medicine/shoulder and foot & ankle continues to elevate the quality of patient education and advance the field of orthopaedic care. Proud to have his expertise representing Duke on a national stage!

01/15/2026

Duke Contributes to Landmark NIH Study on Low Back Pain

Duke University contributed its expertise to a landmark NIH-funded clinical trial aimed at transforming how clinicians treat acute and subacute low back pain—one of the leading causes of disability worldwide. The study, which began several years ago, has now released its results, offering important new insights into evidence-based back pain care.

Published in JAMA, the findings highlight the power of clinician supported self management approaches. Duke experts Steven Z. George, PhD, PT, and Francis Keefe, PhD, served as contributing authors, helping shape the national understanding of biopsychosocial strategies for managing musculoskeletal pain.

Why it matters: Low back pain is shaped by physical, psychological, and social factors. This study underscores the importance of empowering patients with skills to manage their pain—leading to more durable outcomes than relying on prescriptions alone.
Read more https://duke.is/z/59ub.

01/06/2026

Socioeconomic Factors Double Risk of Disabling Chronic Pain

New Duke Orthopaedics study reveals that socioeconomic disparities significantly increase the risk of high-impact chronic pain—pain that limits daily activities on most days.
Researchers found adults with lower socioeconomic position were twice as likely to develop disabling pain compared to more advantaged peers.

📊 Key findings:
✔ 4.3% overall incidence of high-impact chronic pain in one year
✔ Risk jumps to 14.2% for those with low-impact chronic pain
✔ Lower SEP = higher vulnerability

Why it matters: Addressing these disparities is critical for improving pain outcomes and population health.

🔗 Read the full story: https://duke.is/w/e8gg

12/24/2025

is changing the game for Durham’s student athletes: delivering hospital-level care right on the sidelines. “Immediate care matters. We can act in seconds, not hours,” says Dr. Harry Stafford. Proud to keep our local athletes safe and strong. https://duke.is/4/f83b

12/24/2025

On the Sidelines, Duke Orthopaedics Delivers.

Durham’s high school athletes are getting championship‑level care thanks to Duke Orthopaedics and Duke Sports Medicine. From Friday night football to mid‑week matchups, our physicians, athletic trainers, and physical therapists are right there on the sidelines—providing immediate, hospital‑level care when every second counts.

With more student‑athletes competing than ever, this collaboration ensures quicker assessments, faster treatment, and smoother recoveries for young athletes across our community.

Dr. Harry Stafford, MD, clinical instructor of Family Medicine, Associate Director, Duke Sports Science Institute, Director, Sports Performance, puts it best: “When an athlete goes down, we’re right there to intervene, stabilize, and potentially save a life. Immediate care matters—and being on the sidelines means we can act in seconds, not hours.”
Proud to support Durham’s athletes. Proud to serve this community. 💙 https://duke.is/4/f83b

12/23/2025

Advancing Shoulder Care for Military Service Members

Duke Orthopaedic Surgery faculty are leading important new research that sheds light on how shoulder disorders affect patients within the Military Health System—and how providers can deliver better, more efficient care.

Through a detailed review of treatment patterns and outcomes, the team identified opportunities to streamline care, reduce delays, and improve recovery for active-duty personnel and veterans.

This work strengthens the evidence base for shoulder care and helps clinicians better support those who serve. 🇺🇸

Learn more: bit.ly/44HCu24

12/08/2025

🤖 Redefining Surgical Robotics

Dr. Brett Rocos, MD, an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Duke, discussed his vision at the Seattle Science Foundation’s 10th Annual Robotics Course: The future of robotics extends beyond mechanical arms to include intelligent surgical co-pilots.

This AI-driven shift could revolutionize surgery by enhancing precision, safety, and patient outcomes.

Thank you for spearheading innovation!

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