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Master Series_ Pushing the Envelope_ One Surgeon's ...
Master Series_ Pushing the Envelope_ One Surgeon's Journey with the Shoulder Scope-Dr. Felix H. Savoie, M.D.
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Dr. Leonard Funk reflects on his 35-year journey in shoulder and elbow surgery, emphasizing creativity, innovation, and continuous learning. Starting from his own shoulder injury and transitioning from baseball to medicine, he credits mentors like Dr. Casperi, Dick, and Terry Whipple for fostering a culture of inventive problem-solving despite limited early tools. Funk's work challenged prevailing views on rotator cuff surgery, demonstrating through rigorous studies the long-term benefits of repair over debridement. He highlights collaborative advancements in arthroscopic techniques, often born from trial, error, and teamwork with peers like Steve Snyder and Larry Field. His career spans three phases—from intense surgical practice and pioneering procedures to refining education and embracing biological approaches in treatment. Funk stresses the importance of embracing mistakes, adapting to technological advances such as 3D printing, and encouraging younger surgeons to innovate. Concluding, he advocates for open-mindedness, intergenerational collaboration, and cherishing personal relationships alongside professional dedication.
Keywords
shoulder and elbow surgery
rotator cuff repair
arthroscopic techniques
surgical innovation
medical mentorship
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