SIR 2024
Pain Management/MSK
Richard Graf, MD (he/him/his)
Radiology Resident
Temple University Hospital
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Daniel Kushner, MD
Radiology Resident
Temple University Hospital
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Joseph Panaro, MD
Clinical Associate Professor, Interventional Radiology
Temple University Hospital
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Gary Cohen, MD
Chair, Department of Radiology
Temple University Hospital
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Derek Lee, MD
Clinical Assistant Professor, Vascular and Interventional Radiology
Temple University Hospital
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Sam McCabe, MD
Interventional Radiologist
Westchester Medical Center
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Grigory Rozenblit, MD
Interventional Radiologist
Westchester Medical Center
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Perry Gerard, MD, FACR, MBA
Professor of Radiology
New York Medical College- Westchester Medical Center
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Jared Meshekow, MD MPH
Clinical Assistant Professor, Vascular and Interventional Radiology
Temple University Hospital
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1. To understand the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in the establishment of an interventional knee pain service.
2. To review the key elements and best practices for the development of a collaborative musculoskeletal service.
3. To provide recommendations and identify key learning points for healthcare professionals involved in developing services to treat musculoskeletal pain.
Background:
Musculoskeletal complaints such as knee pain are pervasive and often require specialized treatment to adequately relieve symptoms. Knee pain is also remarkably ubiquitous in that it affects people of all ages and backgrounds. Numerous factors can contribute to this condition, including injuries, overuse, degenerative conditions like osteoarthritis, or even lifestyle choices. This exhibit focuses on the creation of a collaborative interventional knee pain service at an academic medical center, emphasizing the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to improving patient outcomes.
Clinical Findings/Procedure Details:
1. Multidisciplinary Team Formation: Establish a cohesive multidisciplinary team comprised of orthopedic surgeons, interventional radiologists, pain management specialists, physical therapists, and researchers in order to foster open interdisciplinary collaboration.
2. Needs
Assessment: Analyzing the patient population, clinical demand, prior treatments, and required expertise.
3. Protocol Development: Formulating evidence-based clinical protocols for knee pain diagnosis, treatment, and management encompassing both conservative and interventional approaches.
4. Facilities and Resources: Having access to state-of-the-art diagnostic and interventional equipment.
5. Research Integration: Enhancing clinical knowledge and improving patient care through collaboration with researchers.
Conclusion and/or Teaching Points:
The creation and introduction of a collaborative interventional knee pain service has demonstrated promise in addressing the escalating demand for specialized knee pain care. With multidisciplinary care, all services can assess the patient directly, and each patient's chief complaints can be addressed to create a unique care plan. Several key lessons were learned, including the importance of teamwork within interdisciplinary disciplines, the importance of evidence-based protocols, and the importance of integrating research findings into clinical management.