About this episode

This episode discusses the importance of accurate diagnosis in hand injuries and features a detailed examination of critical cases.

Hand injuries may look minor, but missed diagnoses can mean permanent disability. In this episode, EMRA*Cast host Maiya Smith, MD, is joined by PGY-3 Orthopedic Surgery resident Dr. Tyler Thorne to break down the high-yield hand exam and walk through can't-miss cases like Seymour fractures, central slip injuries, and perilunate dislocations.

People in this episode

Host: Maiya Smith, MD

Guest: Dr. Tyler Thorne

Topics covered

• hand injuries
• emergency medicine
• orthopedic surgery
• diagnosis
• medical education

Keywords

• hand exam
• Seymour fractures
• central slip injuries
• perilunate dislocations
• emergency department

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Emergency Medicine Residents' Association

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