Episode # 104 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Scott Sigman and Opioid Sparing SurgeryEpisode # 104 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Scott Sigman and Opioid Sparing Surgery
High Truths on Drugs and Addiction
Can you use less opioids and still have less pain? Orthopedic surgeons use to be #1 in total number of opioid pills prescribed, now there are innovative solutions in decreasing surgical pain. Dr. Scott Sigman is a national and internationally recognized leader in Opioid Sparing Surgery. He is an Orthopedic Surgeon that specializes in the knee and shoulder. He has been in clinical practice for over 25 years and is a leader in professional education, medical device development, and has numerous peer reviewed publications. He is the team physician at UMASS Lowell. He is a member of Governor Bakers Commission to establish a pain management access program in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. He did his sports medicine fellowship at the prestigious Kerlan Jobe Clinic in Los Angeles. His Opioid Sparing leadership propelled him to become a Fellow of the Worlds Society on Sports and Exercise Medicine, and most recently has had the honor of becoming a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. In addition, to his clinical responsibilities Dr. Sigman is the Chief Medical Officer for OrthoLazer Orthopedic Laser Centers. The OrthoLazer franchise was developed to provide an alternative treatment option for acute and chronic pain to help combat the Opioid crisis. Dr. Sigman is also the host of the popular The Ortho Show podcast.
43:06•19 Dec 2022
Revolutionizing Pain Management: Dr. Scott Sigman's Opioid Sparing Surgery
“We call it a multimodal approach, but at The End Of The Day what that means is we use a number of different medications that work in different ways, and one of my favorites is liposomal bupivacaine, which is a long-acting form of anesthetic.”
Imagine a world where major surgery doesn't mean a prescription for opioids. In this episode of 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction', Dr. Roneet Lev chats with Dr. Scott Sigman, an orthopedic surgeon who’s breaking new ground in pain management. Dr. Sigman, a pioneer in Opioid Sparing Surgery, shares his insights on how innovative techniques can reduce the need for opioids while still effectively managing pain. With over 25 years of clinical practice, Dr.
Sigman has seen firsthand the challenges of opioid dependency. His approach? A multimodal pain management strategy that uses a mix of medications working in harmony. He dives into the use of liposomal bupivacaine, a long-lasting anesthetic, and other alternatives like regenerative medicine to treat chronic pain. The conversation also touches on Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols, which aim to speed up recovery and minimize discomfort. Plus, Dr.
Sigman discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on orthopedic surgery, including the rise of telemedicine and the hurdles it presents. Dr. Sigman’s work extends beyond the operating room; he's also the Chief Medical Officer for OrthoLazer Orthopedic Laser Centers, offering cutting-edge laser therapy for acute and chronic pain. If you're curious about how these advancements could change the landscape of pain management, this episode is a must-listen.
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