Today on The Trustcast Show, we sit down with Dr. Alejandro Badia — Founder of OrthoNOW and one of the world’s leading hand & upper extremity orthopedic surgeons. From his work treating complex wrist, elbow, shoulder, and hand injuries to his outspoken advocacy for healthcare reform, Dr. Badia has become a globally recognized voice challenging inefficiency inside the U.S. medical system. In this conversation, we uncover the truth about: Why U.S. healthcare is broken — and how to fix it When surgery is truly necessary (and when it isn’t) Carpal tunnel, wrist pain & shoulder injury myths Why orthopedic urgent care is changing patient outcomes How OrthoNOW gives patients faster, affordable access Insights for athletes, workers & anyone dealing with persistent pain Why patients travel globally for his care Dr. Badia is the founder of the Badia Hand to Shoulder Center in Miami and created OrthoNOW, the nation’s first orthopedic urgent-care franchise model — now serving communities in South Florida and beyond. He is also the author of the acclaimed book, Healthcare From the Trenches, and host of the podcast Fixing Healthcare…From the Trenches. Whether you’re a patient, athlete, healthcare professional, or simply curious about accessing better orthopedic care, this episode brings clear, practical wisdom from a surgeon who believes patients should get fast, specialized treatment — without unnecessary barriers. Learn more about Dr. Badia: Website → https://drbadia.com OrthoNOW → https://orthonowcare.com Book → https://drbadia.com/book/ Podcast → https://drbadia.com/podcast/ If this conversation brings you value, subscribe & share the Trustcast Show to help more people discover expert-driven care. #AlejandroBadia #OrthoNOW #HandSurgeon #ShoulderPain #OrthopedicSurgeon #HealthcareReform #CarpalTunnel #TrustcastShow #MiamiDoctor