Best David Shumate Podcasts (2025)

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Blue Devil 360 – Pomp & Circumstance 35:55

9h ago35:55

35:55

In the runup to Duke University’s 2025 commencement exercises on May 11, we visit with two inspirational soon-to-be Blue Devil graduates. Star defensive end and Durham native VJ Anthony completed his African and African American Studies degree requirements in only three-and-a-half years and is locked in on one final college football campaign in the…

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From Greyhounds to Third Street: The Wild Story of Mark Goodfellow 1:13:41

11h ago1:13:41

1:13:41

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Goodfellow — a man who’s lived life at full speed and with no filter. We cover from the trailer park in West Memphis to the car lots and the flash people in the city know him for today. Along the way, he talks about gambling, second chances, hard lessons, and big swings. This isn’t a polished story — It’s a con…

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"When Seconds Matter: The Hidden Work of Athletic Trainers" with Thaddeus Avery 36:22

8d ago36:22

36:22

The stakes for student athletics are higher than ever before, with athletes getting recruited at a young age and even receiving NIL money while in high school. In this environment, it’s more important than ever to ensure every student has access to high quality athletic training. In this episode, Thaddeus Avery joins the podcast to discuss the work…

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Blue Devil 360 - Final Four Special Edition 59:28

28d ago59:28

59:28

As the Duke basketball program makes its 18th NCAA Final Four appearance, director of athletics Nina King underscores the visionary leadership displayed by head coach Jon Scheyer from the interview process through his first three seasons at the helm. One of Scheyer’s former Duke teammates and classmates, Brian Zoubek, reflects on the 15th anniversa…

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"Faith, Fear, and Calling: A Missionary’s Story from Russia" 1:16:36

1M ago1:16:36

1:16:36

In this episode, I sit down with Dana Evans—missionary, adoptive mother, and advocate—to discuss her journey of faith, calling, and resilience. She shares what led her to Russia, the challenges of adoption, and the lessons she’s learned about trust, fear, and perseverance. Episode Highlights When a Calling Won’t Let Go: From childhood dreams to a l…

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Blue Devil 360 - NCAA Champion 21:21

1M ago21:21

21:21

It’s time to meet Duke’s newest NCAA champion. Simen Guttormsen, a graduate student from Norway, recently won the national title in the men’s pole vault at the NCAA Indoor Track & Field meet, following up a record-setting performance to claim gold at the ACC Championships a couple weeks prior. A two-time Norwegian national champ who competed at the…

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The Hidden Side of Patient Safety: What Every Surgery Patient Should Know 37:53

1M ago37:53

37:53

We’ve come a very long way in the area of patient safety over the past 20 years. In this episode, Dr. David Richardson returns to the podcast to explain how he prioritizes patient safety during every procedure and interaction — from risk assessment, to pre-op checklists, to the surgery itself. He also talks about some of the big picture changes he’…

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Blue Devil 360 - Director’s Chair 44:20

2M ago44:20

44:20

Duke vice president and director of athletics Nina King makes her quarterly appearance with a candid conversation on several of the major issues facing all of intercollegiate athletics during these changing times. Also stopping by is a former member of her executive leadership team at Duke, Art Chase, who recently was named director of athletics at…

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"An Operator At Heart" with Stephen Shannon Entrepreneur, Investor, and Family Office Operator 1:53:52

2M ago1:53:52

1:53:52

In this episode, I sit down with Stephen Shannon—entrepreneur, investor, and family office operator—to discuss his journey across private equity, real estate, and capital management. We explore the principles behind his investment strategy, the challenges of building credibility, and the hard lessons he’s learned about leadership, trust, and execut…

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"Move Better, Heal Faster" with Dr. Joshua Brandon 30:05

2M ago30:05

30:05

As a primary care sports medicine physician, Dr. Joshua Brandon knows that exercise and lifelong health go hand in hand. In this episode, he joins the podcast to discuss some of the most common misconceptions about exercise and the way it impacts our health. He also explains how movement can help with conditions like osteoporosis and arthritis, and…

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Blue Devil 360 – Hit The Books 38:44

3M ago38:44

38:44

If you have time for some midseason reading, this episode features a pair of interesting author interviews. Former director of athletics and university vice president Dr. Kevin White talks about his new book, “The Good Sport: Reflections On A Full Life In College Sports” which was just released in January 2025, while Duke alum John Feinstein (Class…

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"Orthopaedic Breakthroughs and Patient-Centered Care" with Dr. James Guyton 33:29

3M ago33:29

33:29

As an orthopaedic surgeon who’s spent more than 30 years working at Campbell Clinic, Dr. James Guyton has witnessed some incredible innovations and shifts in the way we deliver care. In this episode, Dr. Guyton shares his perspective on the changes he’s seen throughout his career, especially in his specialty of hip and knee replacements. Dr. Guyton…

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"Burnout, Funding, and Impact: The Realities of Nonprofit Leadership" with Jonathan Torres and Danny Song 1:30:51

3M ago1:30:51

1:30:51

In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Torres, former CEO of Memphis Athletic Ministries and Frase Protection, and Danny Song, founder of Believe Memphis Academy and CEO of Give Services, to discuss everything nonprofit leadership. With years of experience serving communities in need, they share their journeys, the realities of leading nonprofit…

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Blue Devil 360 – The Warmup Show 40:26

4M ago40:26

40:26

As Duke Football heads to Jacksonville to take on Ole Miss in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl on Jan. 2, this edition of Blue Devil 360 is primed to set the stage with a conversation between Duke basketball coach Jon Scheyer and football coach Manny Diaz. Radio analyst Dave Harding, who served as one of the captains for the only Blue Devil squad (so far) …

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Breaking Down the Business of Medicine with Daniel Shumate 1:04:31

4M ago1:04:31

1:04:31

In this episode, I sit down with Daniel Shumate, CEO of Campbell Clinic, to discuss delivering patient-centered care in a country with the most expensive healthcare in the world. We explore the challenges patients face and the bold decisions that need to be made. Episode Highlights: Staying Independent: Maintaining autonomy in a landscape dominated…

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"Faith, Family, and Orthopaedics: The Campbell Clinic Legacy" with Campbell Clinic CEO Daniel Shumate 1:01:46

4M ago1:01:46

1:01:46

In a healthcare landscape that’s increasingly impacted by rising costs of care and consolidation by large health systems, Campbell Clinic stands apart. In this episode, CEO Daniel Shumate joins the podcast to talk about the factors that make Campbell Clinic so unique, from its history at the forefront of orthopaedics to its patient first model to i…

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Blue Devil 360 – Happy Thanksgiving 49:23

5M ago49:23

49:23

From the Thanksgiving weekend holiday we feature ACC defensive player of the year Cameron Roller of the Duke women’s soccer team, Cameron Indoor Stadium fan favorite Spencer Hubbard of the Duke men’s basketball team, and Duke women’s golf alum Leona Maguire, who will be inducted in the WGCA Hall of Fame in December. Our plays of the month come with…

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The Art of Impact: The Legacy and Vision of Arts Memphis with Elizabeth Rouse 55:35

5M ago55:35

55:35

Hear my conversation with Elizabeth Rouse, the President and CEO of Arts Memphis, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting the arts in Memphis, Tennessee. With over 60 years of impact, Arts Memphis has played a pivotal role in fostering creativity and connection in the Memphis, TN community. Episode Highlights Historical Context: Learn how Arts Memphis e…

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“A Lifetime of Care: A Fulfilling Career in Pediatric Orthopedics” with Dr. William Warner 33:38

5M ago33:38

33:38

In the past 35 years at Campbell Clinic, Dr. William Warner has helped thousands of pediatric patients and their families. In this episode, Dr. Warner looks back on his career and reflects on some of his most meaningful stories and lessons learned. Dr. Warner also discusses the changes he’s witnessed in the past few decades of pediatric orthopedics…

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Blue Devil 360 - October 2024 41:21

6M ago41:21

41:21

After an action packed weekend that included prime-time football, a charity exhibition basketball game and induction ceremonies for the Duke Athletics Hall of Fame, we feature an array of interesting guests including long-time Hall of Famer Bobby Hurley and new Hall of Famer Becca Ward. New director of player development John Battle details his rol…

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"The Steakhouse In The Middle of Nowhere" with Randall Swaney 1:17:57

6M ago1:17:57

1:17:57

Hear my conversation with Randall Swaney, the entrepreneur behind Marshall Steakhouse, named the #1 Steakhouse in Mississippi by the Food Network. Located in rural Mississippi, Randall turned what was supposed to be a feed store into a bustling restaurant. Episode Highlights From Feed Store to Steakhouse: How Randall’s idea turned into a steakhouse…

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"The Only Woman There" with Nancy Knous 1:12:08

7M ago1:12:08

1:12:08

Enjoy my conversation with Nancy Knous, Executive Partner at Benchmark Wealth Management. Nancy built her firm from the ground up, tackling the unique challenges of being a woman in a predominantly male industry. Episode Highlights Building from Scratch: How Nancy structured her business for growth and planning for the next generation. Lonely in th…

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Blue Devil 360 - September 2024 57:20

7M ago57:20

57:20

Vice president and director of athletics Nina King makes her first quarterly appearance of 2024-25 to kick off the opening edition of Blue Devil 360 for this academic year. Guests include defensive tackle Kendy Charles, a grad transfer from Liberty who shares his interesting origin story; director of football nutrition Tori Brown, whose team handle…

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"AI and Orthopaedics" with Dr. Frederick Azar 30:59

8M ago30:59

30:59

AI in healthcare is here to stay, and Dr. Frederick Azar believes it can be a powerful partner for delivering precision care and improving patient outcomes. In this episode, Dr. Azar explains how AI is already changing his approach to orthopaedic care, and he offers some predictions for how the technology may continue to shape healthcare in the fut…

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“Desperation Makes You Do Wonderful Things” with David Wedaman 1:29:58

8M ago1:29:58

1:29:58

My guest today is David Wedaman. David began his career as an accountant at Arthur Anderson. He then left to go into the transportation industry, and after his first stop, David was a co-founder in Mark VII, which he and his partners grew to $800 million in annual revenue. After this business was taken public and sold in the late 1990’s, David foun…

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"A Deep Dive Into Orthobiologics" with Dr. Kristina Quirolgico 23:00

8M ago23:00

23:00

In this episode, we’re learning all about the exciting field of orthobiologics. Dr. Kristina Quirolgico joins the podcast to explain what this treatment is, who it’s for, and why she’s so excited about its future potential. She also discusses the signs, symptoms, and treatments involved with mild to moderate arthritis, and she shares an amazing suc…

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“Rise Above The Fray” With Memphis Mayor Paul Young 49:34

9M ago49:34

49:34

Memphis, TN is where I call home. A city that has much momentum, but also a city that has significant challenges. This episode is outside my normal focus of business and entrepreneurship, but I wanted to sit down with Mayor Paul Young to discuss his journey and these things head on. Discover his vision for transforming Memphis, a city rich in histo…

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"Veteran Owned and Air Force Made" with Rich Johnson C.E.O. and Founder Viaquest 50:25

10M ago50:25

50:25

Hear my conversation with Rich Johnson and learn how he went from Air Force airman to CEO, building ViaQuest into a leading healthcare provider with 3,500 employees across Indiana, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Episode Highlights Care Trends: Evolution of managing disabilities, mental health, and hospice. 2008 Banking Crisis: How Rich steered ViaQuest th…

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Blue Devil 360 - Summer 2024 56:27

11M ago56:27

56:27

Our vacation edition begins with a compilation of Duke highlights from 2023-24 and features VP/AD Nina King’s in-depth review of the past year (note: heavy emphasis on spring sports as every Duke team competed in NCAA postseason play), along with her look ahead to next season and an overview of the rapidly changing college sports landscape. Then bu…

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"The Care Every Athlete Deserves" with Dr. David Bernholt 31:55

11M ago31:55

31:55

As athletes continue to get bigger, faster, and stronger, it’s more important than ever to make high-quality orthopaedic care accessible to those who need it. In this episode, Dr. David Bernholt shares his perspective on some of the most common sports injuries, the latest innovations in treatment, and the importance of evidence-based care. He also …

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Blue Devil 360 - Championship Saturday 44:20

12M ago44:20

44:20

On Saturday May 11, the Duke softball team and the Duke women’s track & field team claimed impressive Atlantic Coast Conference championships to culminate three days of intense tournament competition. Take an inside look at the two titles through the eyes of standout senior catcher Kelly Torres and sophomore double gold medalist Lauren Tolbert as t…

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“We Create The Trends” with Hal and Julie Lansky 1:17:45

12M ago1:17:45

1:17:45

Our guests today are Hal and Julie Lansky. Lansky Bros. opened as an army surplus and uniform store in 1946. It then pivoted when supplies ran out after WW2. Bernard Lanksy hit the jackpot when a young man with no money, Elvis Presley, walked into his store before the one and only Ed Sullivan show. Today, 78 years later, Lansky Bros. is an internat…

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“What Drove You To Leadership?” with Drs. Kelly, Beaty & Sucato 38:47

12M ago38:47

38:47

What happens when you reach a point in your career where you want a new challenge? For Drs. Daniel Sucato, James Beaty, and Derek Kelly, leadership opportunities gave them the chance to mentor other doctors and pursue new experiences. In this episode, we share a panel discussion between Dr. Sucato — chief of staff and director of the Scottish Rite …

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Blue Devil 360 — Blue Devils of the Year 56:12

1y ago56:12

56:12

This month we focus on two accomplished student-athletes — men’s lacrosse All-America faceoff specialist Jake Naso and women’s track standout heptathlete Brianna Smith. They have been selected as Duke’s male and female senior scholar-athletes of the year for 2023-24, and they are recipients of Weaver-James-Corrigan-Swofford ACC Postgraduate Scholar…

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“Politics, Investment Banking, Fiscal Responsibility, Childhood Pain” with Steve Laffey 1:44:26

1y ago1:44:26

1:44:26

Here is my conversation is with Steve Laffey. Steve is a politician and businessman who ran for Mayor of his hometown of Cranston, Rhode Island and won. Steve is a former executive at Morgan Keegan and Company, author, and filmmaker. After serving as Mayor of Cranston, Rhode Island, Steve ran for the Republican primary for United States Senate and …

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Blue Devil 360 - A Sacred Time 28:38

1y ago28:38

28:38

As the sports world focuses on this week’s basketball Final Fours in Arizona and Cleveland, we connect with a Blue Devil for whom this time of year is sacred. Hall of Famer Grant Hill began attending the Final Four with his dad when he was a youngster, played in three Final Fours for Duke and has been on the national television broadcast team for t…

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"We Are Their Servants" | 100 Years of Campbell Clinic Residency with Drs. Beaty, Azar, and Kelly 35:51

1y ago35:51

35:51

The Campbell Clinic residency program is celebrating 100 years. Since its founding in 1924, the Campbell Clinic has been at the forefront of orthopaedic treatments and medical advancements. In this episode, we are joined by Chief of Staff Emeritus Dr. James Beaty, current Chief of Staff Dr. Frederick Azar, and current Director of the Residency Prog…

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“Know Us, Like Us, Trust Us” with Chris Mercer 1:02:10

1y ago1:02:10

1:02:10

Hey everybody, my guest this week is Chris Mercer. Forty-two years ago, Chris Mercer left investment Bank Morgan Keegan and launched Mercer Capital. Mercer Capital provides Business Valuation and Financial Advisory Services to clients worldwide. To date, Chris says they have served over 15,000 companies. Today, Mercer Capital has 57 associates and …

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“Train Like A Pro” with Drew Graham 30:20

1y ago30:20

30:20

At Campbell Clinic’s Accel Performance and Wellness Center, athletes and amateurs alike can access high-level training to both improve performance and maintain or increase their health. In this episode, Accel Manager Drew Graham explains why combining orthopaedics and performance is vital for athletes’ health. He also describes some of the training…

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Blue Devil 360 - February 2024 41:38

1y ago41:38

41:38

In recognition of Black History Month, our leadoff guest is former Duke volleyball star and current associate head coach Kellie Catanach Johnson, who launched a Share The Mic campaign from the program’s Instagram account to help shine a light on HBCU volleyball. Also, we have one former and one current Duke baseball pitcher – 2020 alum Bryce Jarvis…

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"A Calling, Not A Job" with Dr. Kevin Reed 39:01

1y ago39:01

39:01

This family doesn’t care about taking Private Equity money and selling. They are all in on their 75-year history and 3rd generation family business. This family business started with Generation 1. Dr. Lloyd Reed founded this family business right after WW2. 75 Years later, Generation 3 is now running it with Generation 2, and they have no plans on …

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"The Harm Of Early Sports Specialization" with Dr. John Hyden 40:41

1y ago40:41

40:41

Whether they’re a weekend warrior or an NBA player, athletes of all levels can access high-quality treatment from the primary care sports medicine team at Campbell Clinic. In this episode, Dr. John Hyden shares his experience with building this team from the ground up and investing in the future of sports medicine. He also discusses some of the mos…

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Passion, Discipline, and Opportunity with Entrepreneur Bill Courtney 55:45

1y ago55:45

55:45

My guest this week is Bill Courtney. Bill is the CEO and founder of Classic American Hardwoods. An 80 Million a year global lumber company based out of Memphis, TN. Bill started this company out of his living room in 2001. Bill is also the host of the Army of Normal Folks Podcast, a former High School Football Coach, Featured in the Award Winning D…

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“Driving Forward Longevity and Long Term Outcomes” with Dr. Christopher Holland 41:52

1y ago41:52

41:52

As the demand for total joint replacement surgeries increases, it’s more important than ever to prioritize education and collaboration. In this episode, joint replacement specialist Dr. Christopher Holland shares his perspective on the past, present, and future of joint replacements and compares orthopaedics in the U.S. and abroad. He also talks ab…

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Blue Devil 360 - January 2024 46:08

1+ y ago46:08

46:08

Duke vice president and director of athletics Nina King makes her quarterly appearance on 360 with an overview of the university’s Centennial Celebration that begins this week, along with several other topics in looking back at 2023 and ahead to 2024. Also featured is Duke’s director of student-athlete development Dawn Kane to discuss a special tri…

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“So You Want To Rethink High School?" with Ryan Pryor of Crosstown High School 1:14:14

1+ y ago1:14:14

1:14:14

My guest this week is Ryan Pryor. Ryan is an educator with Crosstown High School based out of Memphis, Tennessee. The Public School system in the United States is broken. To better understand this why I did a podcast with an educator that’s not scared to do something different. Crosstown High School was started out of the XQ Institute which works d…

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"Bringing Exceptional Care To Orthopaedic Trauma" with Dr. Christopher Cosgrove 39:30

1+ y ago39:30

39:30

As an orthopaedic trauma surgeon in the only Level 1 Trauma Center in a 200-mile radius, Dr. Christopher Cosgrove is reminded every day of just how important his specialty is. In this episode, Dr. Cosgrove talks about the unique experience of working in a trauma center, and he explains how he’s helping to prepare the next generation of surgeons thr…

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Blue Devil 360 - Keepers 35:02

1+ y ago35:02

35:02

During the overlap of so many seasons, we feature outgoing fifth-year senior DeWayne Carter from the football team, sophomore captain Tyrese Proctor of the basketball team, and two all-star goalkeepers. Senior Piper Hampsch was the ACC goalkeeper of the year in helping Duke field hockey reach the NCAA semifinals, while freshman Julian Eyestone of D…

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“Build A Better Mousetrap” with Vital Records Control CEO Danny Palo 1:13:39

1+ y ago1:13:39

1:13:39

My guest this week is Danny Palo. Danny is the CEO of Vital Records Control. This company started in 1988 at $300,000.00 in annual revenue and today is at $300,000,000.00. Windjammer Capital now owns VRC and is in 80 markets with 2,000 employees. What’s even more impressive is that Danny’s only job prior was flipping hamburgers. He then started as …

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"Our Task: Taking Shoulder Surgery to Another Level" with Dr. Quin Throckmorton and Dr. Tyler Brolin 38:55

1+ y ago38:55

38:55

Shoulder surgery today looks entirely different than it did 10 or even 20 years ago, and Drs. Quin Throckmorton and Tyler Brolin exemplify what it means to drive innovation forward. In this episode, they explain how shoulder replacements and other procedures have changed since the start of their careers. They also discuss the work they’ve done to r…

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