Episode 14: Peripheral Nerve Injury Management, Nerve Transfers, and More with Christopher Dy, MD

In this episode of the ASSH Handthology Podcast, host Sanjeev Kakar, MD, is joined by Christopher J. Dy, MD, MPH, FACS, to discuss peripheral nerve injuries including how to recognize and manage high- and low-energy mechanisms of nerve trauma, key considerations for nerve transfers versus grafts, updates on outcomes data, and the evolving role of ultrasound in diagnosis. Dr. Dy also shares valuable insights on timing of intervention, patient selection, post-operative rehab strategies, and how to set appropriate expectations for recovery.The ASSH Handthology Podcast is a curated podcast for physicians and health care providers interested in hand surgery. Each episode will cover key topics related to the field of hand surgery including surgical techniques and treatment options, non-surgical treatment techniques and options, different hand, wrist, shoulder, and upper extremity conditions, and more.Learn more about Handthology, your go-to resource for comprehensive knowledge on hand, wrist, shoulder, and upper extremity surgery, by the ASSH: https://handthology.assh.org/Listen to other Handthology Podcast episodes: https://www.assh.org/hande/s/handthology-podcastLearn more about the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH): https://www.assh.org/s/