Account #77

Account #77

Truths Learned II

Editor’s Note:  This storyteller told me I was catching her on a “down day.”  Based on the description of the contributing issues, I suspect this is not an uncommon feeling among those who practice orthopaedic surgery at present. “I am feeling ‘under’:...
Account # 76

Account # 76

Aspirations II

Editor’s Note:  An uplifting account of “things working out as we hoped they would.”  Cooperation among orthopaedic surgery colleagues is something we hope to experience in training and in practice.  We aspire to create a system or culture that works this way.  Here...
Account #75

Account #75

Revelations II

Editor’s Note:  We are not geared to think beyond our professional years but here is an example of someone who has. “I retired 2.5 years ago and still do some prn work.  My life is rich. I have a life’s companion.  I do long distance bike riding, travel the world,...
Account #74

Account #74

Inspiration II

Editor’s Note:  This is an uplifting piece that reminds us of how dedicated effort and hard work can elevate the profile of women who do orthopaedic surgery, ultimately, for the benefit of all. “I am a passionate educator.”  I believe that orthopaedic education occurs...