<![CDATA[AO Access to success]]>e8461ee7-78f7-5ebf-a85d-4f89caca8904Tue, 20 Jan 2026 13:17:45 +0000Captivate.fmAO Foundationhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/26c5f70d-3dc4-4921-a4d8-2445e28404c9/WUMj_zldmxMdlQyZl1AsXDru.pngAO Access to successAO FoundationAO FoundationWelcome to AO Access to success, the podcast series developed by the AO Access Task Forces to broaden your perspectives for personal and professional development.https://ao-access-to-success.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastEp27 - Beyond the scalpel: Why nonclinical competencies matterEp27 - Beyond the scalpel: Why nonclinical competencies matterIn this episode of AO Access to Success, Dr. Yeshaswini Thelekkat joins host Tatjana Topalovic to explore why nonclinical competencies communication, empathy, and presence are not soft skills, but the foundation of truly human medicine.

]]>In this episode of AO Access to Success, Dr. Yeshaswini Thelekkat joins host Tatjana Topalovic to explore why nonclinical competencies communication, empathy, and presence are not soft skills, but the foundation of truly human medicine.

]]>5bc0f4f4-28c4-4ab2-9671-2ecb91e75ae4Fri, 31 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +000029:20falsefull127271Ep26 - How leadership and role models are changing medicineEp26 - How leadership and role models are changing medicineIn this episode host Tatjana Topalovic is joined by Inger Schipper, trauma surgeon, educator, and influential leader within Dutch and international professional organizations, and multiple ethics and leadership committee to explore what leadership truly means in medicine and why role models matter more than ever in driving meaningful and sustainable change.

]]>In this episode host Tatjana Topalovic is joined by Inger Schipper, trauma surgeon, educator, and influential leader within Dutch and international professional organizations, and multiple ethics and leadership committee to explore what leadership truly means in medicine and why role models matter more than ever in driving meaningful and sustainable change.

]]>76f0cba5-e0ad-4692-a397-3ac876d28bcaSat, 25 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +000030:03falsefull126261Ep25 - Voices that shift cultures: strategic communication and role modelingEp25 - Voices that shift cultures: strategic communication and role modelingIn this episode of AO Access to Success, Professor Amir Elbarbary explores how strategic communication and authentic role modeling can transform leadership and shift culture across global surgical communities.

]]>In this episode of AO Access to Success, Professor Amir Elbarbary explores how strategic communication and authentic role modeling can transform leadership and shift culture across global surgical communities.

]]>f79f9208-ac14-4d90-a335-6da26c8f9fc7Wed, 20 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +000025:40falsefull125251Ep24 - Changing systems to uplift the next generationEp24 - Changing systems to uplift the next generationIn this episode we sit down with Dr. Sameh Abolfotouh to explore how his journey across continents, commitment to mentorship, and vision for inclusive leadership are shaping the next generation of orthopedic surgeons through service, collaboration, and opportunity.

]]>In this episode we sit down with Dr. Sameh Abolfotouh to explore how his journey across continents, commitment to mentorship, and vision for inclusive leadership are shaping the next generation of orthopedic surgeons through service, collaboration, and opportunity.

]]>82c88003-9ad8-4e8e-a13d-7257cec6514bMon, 11 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +000020:46falsefull124241Ep23 - The ripple effect of inclusive leadershipEp23 - The ripple effect of inclusive leadershipIn this episode of AO Access to Success, we sit down with Dr. Muhammad Wajid, Dr. Ambreen Farhan and Dr. Ayesha Saeed, to explore how one bold decision to challenge bias sparked a ripple effect, reshaping orthopedic culture through bold leadership, visible role modeling, and transformative mentorship.

]]>In this episode of AO Access to Success, we sit down with Dr. Muhammad Wajid, Dr. Ambreen Farhan and Dr. Ayesha Saeed, to explore how one bold decision to challenge bias sparked a ripple effect, reshaping orthopedic culture through bold leadership, visible role modeling, and transformative mentorship.

]]>3a60b77d-8aa6-4589-98d4-9571b066c0c2Tue, 29 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +000035:28falsefull123231Ep22 - From Autopilot to Intention: Redesigning Leadership in OrthopedicsEp22 - From Autopilot to Intention: Redesigning Leadership in OrthopedicsWhat happens when leaders flip the switch from autopilot to intention? In this episode, Dr. Jeff Karp joins Dr Jess McCarthy, lead of the AO Access Officer and Faculty Selection Processes Task Force to explore how curiosity, inclusion, and cognitive diversity can reshape leadership in orthopedic surgery. Packed with practical tools and bold ideas—this is a must-listen for anyone ready to lead with purpose.

]]>What happens when leaders flip the switch from autopilot to intention? In this episode, Dr. Jeff Karp joins Dr Jess McCarthy, lead of the AO Access Officer and Faculty Selection Processes Task Force to explore how curiosity, inclusion, and cognitive diversity can reshape leadership in orthopedic surgery. Packed with practical tools and bold ideas—this is a must-listen for anyone ready to lead with purpose.

]]>1e8522fc-c666-4248-850f-d5a696a4d96cThu, 03 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +000051:08falsefull122221Ep21 - The power of purpose: mentorship, identity & inclusive practiceEp21 - The power of purpose: mentorship, identity & inclusive practiceIn this episode, Dr. Dave Hamlar sits down with Dr. Geraldo Capuchinho, Dr. Rafael Cypriano, and Dr. Raphael Guerra to explore how mentorship, identity, and cross disciplinary collaboration are shaping more inclusive and purpose driven surgical teams, especially in the facial disciplines.

]]>In this episode, Dr. Dave Hamlar sits down with Dr. Geraldo Capuchinho, Dr. Rafael Cypriano, and Dr. Raphael Guerra to explore how mentorship, identity, and cross disciplinary collaboration are shaping more inclusive and purpose driven surgical teams, especially in the facial disciplines.

]]>999ab8df-e409-44c7-888e-1801a07bc658Fri, 16 May 2025 06:00:00 +000011:30falsefull121211Ep20 - Healing beyond the scar: Advancing equity through keloid researchEp20 - Healing beyond the scar: Advancing equity through keloid researchAO Access member and CMF surgeon Dave Hamlar is joined by Dr. Lamont Jones to explore how keloid research can drive health equity. Together, they discuss the social and scientific intersections of a condition that disproportionately affects people of color, the importance of culturally responsive tools in clinical practice, and how inclusive research platforms like the Keloid Academy are transforming access, mentorship, and representation in medicine.









]]>AO Access member and CMF surgeon Dave Hamlar is joined by Dr. Lamont Jones to explore how keloid research can drive health equity. Together, they discuss the social and scientific intersections of a condition that disproportionately affects people of color, the importance of culturally responsive tools in clinical practice, and how inclusive research platforms like the Keloid Academy are transforming access, mentorship, and representation in medicine.









]]>a57d01fe-97d8-4572-a73f-5320b31afc0aFri, 16 May 2025 06:00:00 +000031:54falsefull120201Ep19 - Personalizing treatment: Tailoring care in spinal traumaEp19 - Personalizing treatment: Tailoring care in spinal traumaThis podcast episode, hosted by AO Access member Waeel Hamouda with guests Charlotte Dandurand and Ulrich Spiegl, explores the socioeconomic and clinical considerations in surgical versus non-surgical treatment of thoracolumbar burst fractures, emphasizing personalized care, patient quality of life, and global treatment variations while highlighting key research findings and best practices in spinal trauma management.

]]>This podcast episode, hosted by AO Access member Waeel Hamouda with guests Charlotte Dandurand and Ulrich Spiegl, explores the socioeconomic and clinical considerations in surgical versus non-surgical treatment of thoracolumbar burst fractures, emphasizing personalized care, patient quality of life, and global treatment variations while highlighting key research findings and best practices in spinal trauma management.

]]>31c42724-5e9c-4271-9b9b-871eca910649Wed, 02 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +000018:33falsefull119191Ep18 - Generational differences between younger healthcare professionals & senior surgeonsEp18 - Generational differences between younger healthcare professionals & senior surgeonsCo-founder of the AO Spine Youth Club Franziska Altorfer discusses generational differences between younger healthcare professionals and the senior surgeon generation; exploring how these differences might influence the future of healthcare and how we can create more equal access to the field and the profession.

]]>Co-founder of the AO Spine Youth Club Franziska Altorfer discusses generational differences between younger healthcare professionals and the senior surgeon generation; exploring how these differences might influence the future of healthcare and how we can create more equal access to the field and the profession.

]]>8567a69a-6559-4061-bdfc-b1ed3e212e31Mon, 28 Oct 2024 06:00:00 +000029:11falsefull118181Ep17 - Do's and don'ts when setting up your strategic initiativesEp17 - Do's and don'ts when setting up your strategic initiativesThinking of developing and implementing a completely new and innovative initiative in your institution?

Learn from two of the three AO Access task force leads Matthew Allen and Marinis Pirpiris and Tatjana Topalovic, managing the AO's first diversity, inclusion and mentorship initiatives, what works and what doesn't.

]]>Thinking of developing and implementing a completely new and innovative initiative in your institution?

Learn from two of the three AO Access task force leads Matthew Allen and Marinis Pirpiris and Tatjana Topalovic, managing the AO's first diversity, inclusion and mentorship initiatives, what works and what doesn't.

]]>b90f5750-c3a6-4ba0-8190-99248f9a41c1Fri, 26 Jul 2024 06:00:00 +000044:09falsefull117171Ep16 - Breaking boundaries: exploring gender and sex differences in health-related quality of life, clinical outcomes and survivalEp16 - Breaking boundaries: exploring gender and sex differences in health-related quality of life, clinical outcomes and survivalDelve into the clinical landscape, exploring gender-specific differences in health outcomes and treatment effectiveness with Rory Goodwin and Andrea Goodwin interviewed by AO Access Task Force member Waeel Hamouda.

]]>Delve into the clinical landscape, exploring gender-specific differences in health outcomes and treatment effectiveness with Rory Goodwin and Andrea Goodwin interviewed by AO Access Task Force member Waeel Hamouda.

]]>75886c7b-2b82-4040-92ba-48130b7fe9faThu, 25 Apr 2024 06:00:00 +000036:11falsefull116161Ep15 - Embracing age diversity in orthopedic surgeryEp15 - Embracing age diversity in orthopedic surgeryAge-related biases persist, sometimes limiting opportunities and potential. Listen to Annika Hättich, chairwoman of the Young Forum Germany, and Lynette Spalding, AO Access Mentorship Task Force member explore how creating opportunities for open and respectful dialogue can close the potential age-bias.

]]>Age-related biases persist, sometimes limiting opportunities and potential. Listen to Annika Hättich, chairwoman of the Young Forum Germany, and Lynette Spalding, AO Access Mentorship Task Force member explore how creating opportunities for open and respectful dialogue can close the potential age-bias.

]]>80cbc724-fc9e-4458-bb4b-e81a22324266Tue, 17 Oct 2023 06:00:00 +000015:45falsefull115151Ep14 - A glaring disparity: the underrepresentation of black people in medical illustrationsEp14 - A glaring disparity: the underrepresentation of black people in medical illustrationsThe impact of the glaring underrepresentation of black people in medical illustrations and, by extension, medical education extends beyond the pages of textbooks or clinical journals, influencing patient experiences, outcomes, and the broader understanding of health inequities rooted in systemic racism. Listen to Chidiebere Ibe and AO Access Steering Committee member Amy Kapatkin discuss consequences, impact and potential solutions.

]]>The impact of the glaring underrepresentation of black people in medical illustrations and, by extension, medical education extends beyond the pages of textbooks or clinical journals, influencing patient experiences, outcomes, and the broader understanding of health inequities rooted in systemic racism. Listen to Chidiebere Ibe and AO Access Steering Committee member Amy Kapatkin discuss consequences, impact and potential solutions.

]]>db372f3e-bf96-4792-917b-4870e270a1b1Tue, 12 Sep 2023 06:00:00 +000021:06falsefull114141Ep13 - Representation in orthopedic surgeryEp13 - Representation in orthopedic surgeryLearn about disproportionate representation in orthopedic surgery with Dr. Ana Fer Antón, orthopedic surgeon, and creator of orthowomen, and Pedro Jorba, orthopedic surgeon and AO Access task force member.

]]>Learn about disproportionate representation in orthopedic surgery with Dr. Ana Fer Antón, orthopedic surgeon, and creator of orthowomen, and Pedro Jorba, orthopedic surgeon and AO Access task force member.

]]>312d034a-bc6f-46ed-9ffe-4ad831944207Tue, 20 Jun 2023 06:00:00 +000016:27falsefull113131Ep12 - Exploring mentorship practicesEp12 - Exploring mentorship practicesListen to best practices from a paired AO Access mentoring couple on how to build a successful mentoring relationship.

]]>Listen to best practices from a paired AO Access mentoring couple on how to build a successful mentoring relationship.

]]>62fbfa61-a3fd-4718-bd7c-d933394c0713Sat, 21 Jan 2023 06:00:00 +000028:13falsefull112121Ep11 - AO president-elect Tim Pohlemann on inclusive leadership and mentorshipEp11 - AO president-elect Tim Pohlemann on inclusive leadership and mentorshipHosts Marinis Pirpiris and Lynette Spalding from the AO Access Mentorship Task Force speak with AO president-elect Tim Pohlemann on inclusive leadership and mentorship. Don't miss Tim sharing open and honest reflections on being a leader.

]]>Hosts Marinis Pirpiris and Lynette Spalding from the AO Access Mentorship Task Force speak with AO president-elect Tim Pohlemann on inclusive leadership and mentorship. Don't miss Tim sharing open and honest reflections on being a leader.

]]>60a36c65-31f2-4524-a2fc-3e8969bdd488Tue, 08 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +000028:47falsefull111111Ep10 - Virtual reality and science educationEp10 - Virtual reality and science educationHosts Matthew Allen and Pedro Jorba speak with Claudia Arroyo about the future of science education and specifically, how using virtual reality in training could lead to a more inclusive environment.

]]>Hosts Matthew Allen and Pedro Jorba speak with Claudia Arroyo about the future of science education and specifically, how using virtual reality in training could lead to a more inclusive environment.

]]>e6d5fa02-3932-4385-b8e2-129172b2cf2cSat, 07 May 2022 06:00:00 +000013:20falsefull110101Ep9 - IODA, partnerships and driving changeEp9 - IODA, partnerships and driving changeThe importance of partnerships: How to model change challenging the status quo: from pipeline programs to cultural differences to selection of leaders. 

]]>The importance of partnerships: How to model change challenging the status quo: from pipeline programs to cultural differences to selection of leaders. 

]]>a95d6313-62a6-4195-8da5-5182c724d1cfSun, 27 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +000036:51falsefull1991Ep8 - Leading transformation for an inclusive environment, with Jeff WangEp8 - Leading transformation for an inclusive environment, with Jeff WangMarinis Pirpiris and Lynette Spalding speak to internationally recognized spine surgeon, educator and researcher Prof. Jeff Wang about inclusion and transformative leadership.

]]>Marinis Pirpiris and Lynette Spalding speak to internationally recognized spine surgeon, educator and researcher Prof. Jeff Wang about inclusion and transformative leadership.

]]>b448b4d1-43de-44f0-a67c-e4a69d43748eTue, 15 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +000018:58falsefull1881Ep7 - Allyship in the workplaceEp7 - Allyship in the workplaceHow can you be a more inclusive leader; a better mentor and ally? Listen and learn with Brad Johnson and David Smith, authors of "Athena Rising: How and Why Men Should Mentor Women" and "Good Guys: How Men Can Be Better Allies for Women in the Workplace".

]]>How can you be a more inclusive leader; a better mentor and ally? Listen and learn with Brad Johnson and David Smith, authors of "Athena Rising: How and Why Men Should Mentor Women" and "Good Guys: How Men Can Be Better Allies for Women in the Workplace".

]]>b5a7da32-f817-44ec-9a9e-e5cd94284403Tue, 08 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +000030:48falsefull1771Ep6 - The importance of leadership buy-in to create cultural changeEp6 - The importance of leadership buy-in to create cultural changeThe AO Access Steering Committee - Robert McGuire, Amy Kapatkin , Jaime Quintero and Urs Rüetschi share the strategy of AO Access and the framework used to create culture change in AO.

]]>The AO Access Steering Committee - Robert McGuire, Amy Kapatkin , Jaime Quintero and Urs Rüetschi share the strategy of AO Access and the framework used to create culture change in AO.

]]>58e0fd79-2b66-4f27-ac29-3d4ce0fb01fbMon, 24 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +000014:02falsefull1661Ep5 - Elizabeth Lord on influences affecting healthcare provisionEp5 - Elizabeth Lord on influences affecting healthcare provisionHealth disparities and more specifically gender inequity and racial inequities are rooted in the execution of medical care (operative and/or post-operative). Listen to Elizabeth Lord dispel the notion that achieving equity or eliminating disparities is solely in the interests of those who are on the losing end today.

]]>Health disparities and more specifically gender inequity and racial inequities are rooted in the execution of medical care (operative and/or post-operative). Listen to Elizabeth Lord dispel the notion that achieving equity or eliminating disparities is solely in the interests of those who are on the losing end today.

]]>798c5ad2-3da6-4341-8867-358f50180b63Wed, 15 Dec 2021 06:00:00 +000030:20falsefull1551Ep4 - Florian Gebhard on Artificial IntelligenceEp4 - Florian Gebhard on Artificial IntelligenceLearn from AO President Professor Florian Gebhard about the impact of AI and machine learning and how AI can help us understand unconscious biases to create an AO with equal opportunities for all our members to access upskilling and leadership opportunities.

]]>Learn from AO President Professor Florian Gebhard about the impact of AI and machine learning and how AI can help us understand unconscious biases to create an AO with equal opportunities for all our members to access upskilling and leadership opportunities.

]]>a2f2d339-b6f6-4c34-9111-38a33c51da13Sat, 13 Nov 2021 06:00:00 +000026:45falsefull1441Ep3 - Erica Taylor on D&I initiativesEp3 - Erica Taylor on D&I initiativesDr Erica Taylor, founder and CEO of the Orthopaedic Diversity Leadership Consortium (ODLC) discusses the need for creating strategies for sustainable change, leadership development and diversity & inclusion initiatives.

]]>Dr Erica Taylor, founder and CEO of the Orthopaedic Diversity Leadership Consortium (ODLC) discusses the need for creating strategies for sustainable change, leadership development and diversity & inclusion initiatives.

]]>06bca487-4aa5-45b5-b3dd-79f958659fdbSat, 13 Nov 2021 06:00:00 +000029:36falsefull1331Ep 2 - Charla Fischer on Unconscious BiasEp 2 - Charla Fischer on Unconscious BiasThe term unconscious bias (UB), also called implicit bias, refers to the feelings and attitudes we have but are not aware off toward certain people or groups. While UB is not intentional and is not the result of any malicious intent, it can lead us to judge, show prejudice, or stereotype people without realizing it.

]]>The term unconscious bias (UB), also called implicit bias, refers to the feelings and attitudes we have but are not aware off toward certain people or groups. While UB is not intentional and is not the result of any malicious intent, it can lead us to judge, show prejudice, or stereotype people without realizing it.

]]>04b1cb26-5f8e-4e53-8cdb-1a34aeb9e80dSun, 24 Oct 2021 06:00:00 +000019:25falsefull1221Ep 1 - Rustin Moore on Culture & LeadershipEp 1 - Rustin Moore on Culture & LeadershipHear Rustin Moore share his thoughts and experiences about different leadership styles and characteristics and whether they can and should be altered. Do you think people have innate or learnt approaches and leadership styles? Can you morph from situation to another depending on context?

]]>Hear Rustin Moore share his thoughts and experiences about different leadership styles and characteristics and whether they can and should be altered. Do you think people have innate or learnt approaches and leadership styles? Can you morph from situation to another depending on context?

]]>36f1d334-51dc-4ce8-841a-55e0eb7dde13Tue, 12 Oct 2021 06:00:00 +000028:31falsefull1111