Felix H. "Buddy" Savoie III, MD

According to published results, nonoperative treatment yielded similar clinical outcomes at 2 years as operative treatment using locking plates for older patients with displaced proximal humerus fractures.

CHICAGO — In this video, Felix “Buddy” Savoie III, MD, spoke about the discussions at the Academic Orthopaedic Consortium Business and Leadership Symposium.

KOLOA, Hawaii — Felix H. “Buddy” Savoie III, MD, and Anthony A. Romeo, MD, spoke about the importance of leadership and service in the profession of orthopedics.

A 68-year-old amateur weightlifter presented with a history of chronic left shoulder pain. He said the pain was constant, worsened over time and with activity, occurred at night and was associated with popping, clicking and weakness.

A 19-year-old, otherwise healthy, right-handed male college football player sustained a left posterior elbow dislocation after a fall on an outstretched hand during practice.

Elbow dislocations are a rare, but debilitating injury. Conservative treatment in a brace usually results in favorable outcomes. However, residual pain, stiffness, instability, and time lost from work and sports represent real problems for patients.