Dear Respected Friends, Family and Colleagues,

Happy Summer! We hope this Newsletter finds you well and we hope you enjoy!

Manhattan Medical Immersion Camp – Updates

We are three weeks away from our 2nd annual Manhattan Medical Immersion Camp! We are excited to announce our esteemed faculty from many diverse backgrounds and are honored for them to share their medical expertise with our campers: Nurse Jeannemarie Bozza; Dan Coplan, CPR and first-aid training; Dr. Lisa Corrente, radiologist; Dr. William Murrell, regenerative medicine and orthopaedic surgeon; Dr. Clifford Voigt, orthopaedic surgeon; David Jansen, medical device engineering professional; Dr. William Johnson, vascular surgeon; Dr. Ira Kirschenbaum, orthopaedic arthroplasty surgeon; Dr. Pamela Jacubowicz, dermatologist; Dr. Marc Koch, anesthesiologist; Romy Pein, medical student; Dr. Stephanie Petterson, physical therapist and clinical researcher; Dr. Kevin Plancher, orthopaedic sports medicine surgeon; Chris Rish, operating room and lab technician; and Kevin Rocco, medical industry entrepreneur.

While the deadline for this year’s session has passed, don’t hesitate to visit our website at www.ofals.org/camp to sign up for more information, and to be the first to apply to next year’s session. Be sure to check out and follow our Instagram feed at @ortho_foundation, to see exciting coverage of this year’s camp, from July 9-15.

19th Anniversary Gala – Update

A warm welcome to Dr. Poonam Desai to our list of Honorees for this year’s 19th Anniversary Gala! Dr. Desai is a practicing osteopathic and emergency medicine physician and an anti-aging, longevity, and health and wellness expert. She is also a professional dancer and concierge healthcare provider. We look forward to honoring her at this year’s Gala on November 19th!

Research Corner

Our two Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) sports medicine fellows, Dr. Alex Strassman and Dr. Rafael Sanchez, have spent the last year advancing their knowledge and competence in diagnosing and treating sports medicine-related injuries. In addition to their surgical training, they have undertaken research projects in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction and biologic augmentation in rotator cuff tears. They will join fellows from other prestigious programs including the Hospital for Special Surgery, University of Connecticut, West Point, New York University, Columbia University, and Northwell Health at the upcoming West Point Fellows Day this month. Dr. Strassman’s work demonstrated that allograft ACL reconstruction is a viable alternative graft option to autograft reconstruction with low failure rates, excellent outcomes, and high rates of return to sports. Dr. Sanchez found that biologic augmentation with a bioinductive patch in rotator cuff repair yields improved outcomes and healing rates in patients with medical comorbidities including diabetes, smoking, and hypertension.

Interested in participating in clinical trials?

If you know someone that is suffering from a knee cartilage defect or mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis, contact our research team here to learn more about our clinical trial opportunities to help you stay in the game for life!

Injury Prevention Seminar

On May 8th, our Research Department took a field trip to visit the Young Women’s Leadership School of Queens to present on the importance of preventing sports injuries! The team showed the school’s track team the importance of proper warm-up and cool-down techniques, and neuromuscular training. Great job, Melanie and Stephanie!

Roundtable Discussion

Q: What is the best way to prevent summer sports injuries?

A: School’s out and summer officially starts in 3 days! With the warmer weather, we all want to get out more and be more active. Whether you like running on the beach, going for sunset bike rides, or playing a pick-up volleyball or wiffle ball game, it is important to remember a few key tips to prevent summer sports injuries.

DON’T FORGET TO WARM UP

Even though your body may feel warm due to the warmer temperatures, you still need to properly prepare your muscles. A proper warm up will increase your heart rate, blood flow to your muscles, and also prepare your nervous system for activity. Go for a light jog and incorporate some dynamic stretches such as leg swings, high knees, butt kicks, arm circles, side shuffles, to be prepared for your activities.

STAY HYDRATED

You do not want to wait until you feel thirsty to start hydrating. At this point, you are already mildly dehydrated. Activity during intense heat will lead to more fluid loss. Dehydration can lead to dizziness, increased heart rate, muscle cramping, and even life-threatening heat stroke. Stay hydrated to help your heart and blood flow more efficiently. Drink 8-16 ounces of water an hour before activity and continue to drink 7-10 ounces every 20 minutes. Also, remember to replenish your fluids after working out. For every pound loss during activity, you should drink 10-20 ounces of fluid.

TAKE BREAKS

Try to avoid continuous strenuous exercise in intense heat. The hotter the temperature and heat index, the risk of heat injury increases. Avoid these activities in full sun and during the hottest times of the day. Take a rest in the shade to help your body to cool down and regulate your body temperature.

Enjoy the sun & have some summer fun! We hope to hear all about your fun sports adventures this summer!

Many thanks to our very own Dr. Stephanie C. Petterson, MPT, PhD for this newsletter’s Roundtable Discussion! Dr. Petterson is the Orthopaedic Foundation’s Director of Clinical Research.

Tropical Fruits for Bone Health

While the classic citrus fruits, apples, and bananas are tasty and great for our health, summer calls for a new, refreshing, tropical selection of fruits. These fun and uncommon fruits are a great addition and a welcome change to any diet. Many thanks to Stefani Sassos, MS, RDN, CDN, from Good Housekeeping’s Nutrition Lab, for her contributions to the below segment.

  • Papaya (top left)

Native to central America, papaya is rich in vitamins A, C, and E, which have antioxidant properties. Papaya has a slightly sweet taste and a texture similar to that of a mango or melon.

  • Guava (top center)

Guavas are exceptionally rich in vitamin C, potassium, and fiber, serving great bone and gastrointestinal health. Guava has a sweet flavor, described as a cross between strawberry and pear.

  • Dragon Fruit/Pitaya (top right)

A part of the cactus family, pitaya is rich in vitamin C and lycopene, helping aid in its anti-inflammatory properties. Dragon fruit has a very mild and slightly sweet flavor,

  • Kiwi (bottom left)

Native to China and mostly grown in New Zealand, Kiwi, also known as Kiwifruit, are rich in vitamin C and fiber. Kiwi has a refreshing, sweet yet acidic taste, similar to that of pineapple.

  • Star Fruit/Carambola (bottom center)

Much like kiwi, star fruit is full of vitamin C and fiber, making it a great choice not only for your bone health but also for your gastrointestinal health. Star fruit is slightly sweet and acidic, with a flavor combination between green grapes and orange.

  • Jackfruit (bottom right)

Jackfruit is one of the only fruits rich in vitamin B2, and is also rich in vitamin C, magnesium, and potassium. Ripe jackfruit is slightly sweet, described as a combination between mango and banana. Young, unripe jackfruit is a popular meat alternative, with a similar flavor and texture to that of shredded pork.

Incorporating one or more of these fruits into your summer diet is sure to add an extra tangy kick that will mix up your daily routine and add plenty of nutritional value at the same time.

Kiwi Mint Smoothie Bowls

Smoothie bowls are all the rage right now, with foods such as acai bowls becoming popular health foods. One of our wonderful Gala Honorees, Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, CDN, presents this tangy, refreshing smoothie bowl, perfect for summer. Packed full of potassium, fiber, and vitamins A, C, and K, this smoothie bowl is the perfect way to start a summer morning. Many thanks to The Today Show for its contributions to this recipe.

Ingredients:

For the smoothie mixture:

  • 2 diced kiwis
  • 6 tablespoons of chia seeds
  • 1/2 cup of spinach leaves
  • 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 of an avocado
  • 1 frozen ripe banana
  • 1-1/4 cup of almond milk
  • 2 teaspoons of lime juice (about 1/4 of a lime)

To build the bowl:

  • Granola of your choice
  • 1 diced kiwi

Directions:

  1. Add all of the smoothie mixture ingredients to a blender and blend until thick.
  2. Place the mixture in a covered bowl and refrigerate it for three hours, to allow the chia seeds to soak up the moisture, giving them a texture like pudding.
  3. Layer 1/2 cup of the smoothie mixture with some granola and diced kiwi, repeating twice.
  4. Enjoy!

This tangy, easy, and refreshing recipe is full of vitamins and minerals, making it perfect for the summer.

We hope you enjoyed this Newsletter, and we thank you for your continued generous support!

Warm regards,

Janine Bahar
Executive Director


Orthopaedic Foundation
Ph: 203-869-2002
www.ofals.org