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In part two, Australian Orthopaedic Association Clinical Director Dr Chris Vertullo, and researcher and knee surgeon Dr Sam MacDessi return to discuss the findings of the RASCAL study, one of the most ambitious orthopaedic trials ever conducted in Australia.
Chris and Sam break down the design of the study, inclusion criteria, and key results, comparing robotic and computer-assisted surgery, and kinematic versus mechanical alignment. Finishing off the episode, the discussion turns to the launch of the new AOA Academy of Clinical Excellence and its goals of strengthening orthopaedic research and patient care in Australia.
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In the first half of this two-part episode, Australian Orthopaedic Association Clinical Director Dr Chris Vertullo is joined by fellow researcher and knee surgeon Dr Sam MacDessi.
The pair unpack the origins and purpose of the AOA Clinical Studies Unit, from its beginnings with the landmark CRYSTAL trial, through to current national studies targeting infection prevention, pain management, ACL injury, and device innovation.
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Australian Orthopaedic Association First Vice-President Dr Andrew Wines sits down with President Dr Mark Moroney to map out the activities, projects, initiatives, and events planned in 2026 during Mark's term.
Mark shares his background as an orthopaedic surgeon in Ipswich, spanning a broad practice of paediatrics, hip and knee arthroplasty, and details his passion for teaching trainees.
Mark and Andrew then go on to discuss priorities for 2026 including strengthening member engagement, progressing the Academy of Clinical Excellence, the digital upgrade of the AOANJRR, and a preview of the 90th anniversary celebration at the 2026 ASM in Mark's hometown of Cairns.
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Australian Orthopaedic Association's John Cunningham is joined by Chris Kane from the Australian Diagnostic Imaging Association and Carmen Wong from the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Radiologists to unpack one of the most pressing issues in digital healthcare - fast, secure access to medical imaging.
Together, they explore how unified standards, shared advocacy, and government collaboration are driving progress toward a national image exchange. The discussion also touches on AI in radiology, patient data security, and why breaking down silos between professions is essential to improving care and productivity across Australia’s health system.
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In the first episode of season two, we welcome Australian Orthopaedic Association General Director Susi Tegen as our season two host, and welcome back AOA Scientific Secretary Dr Kenneth Cutbush and President Dr Scott Fletcher.
Scott shares his journey from small-town Smithton near Burnie in Tasmania to AOA President, reflecting on the mentors who shaped him, and the lessons learned from both successes and setbacks. Scott then speaks on coming back to Tassie and welcoming his colleagues to the 2025 AOA ASM in Hobart, and how the theme of 'Connection' is explored throughout the program.
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