Foundations for Success in Orthopaedic Surgery 

By Heather A. Vallier
Despite the extensive medical and surgical education orthopaedic surgeons obtain on the way to beginning their career, learning about critical practice management principles is an often-neglected topic. Written by Heather A. Vallier, MD, a trauma surgeon and professor at Case Western Reserve University, Foundations for Success in Orthopaedic Surgery serves as a much-needed career roadmap for orthopaedic residents, fellows, and early- to mid-career surgeons in medical centers or individual practices. In one concise, easy-to-read text, you will find essential information on academic and nonacademic career options, office systems and management, coding and billing, costs of care, marketing, medical malpractice, workplace safety, lifelong learning and more in medicine and surgery.

If you’re an orthopaedic resident, fellow or early-to-mid career surgeon, you’re probably all too familiar with the extensive medical and surgical education that comes with this profession. However, one area that is often neglected is practice management. Fortunately, this is where Foundations for Success in Orthopaedic Surgery by Heather A Vallier comes in.

Dr. Vallier is a trauma surgeon and a professor at Case Western Reserve University, which means she is more than qualified to provide a roadmap for budding orthopaedic surgeons to navigate the ins and outs of the field. This concise, easy-to-read text is jam-packed with critical practice management principles that are essential for success in both academic and non-academic settings.

The book is divided into several chapters starting with ‘Career Planning for Success’ where Dr. Vallier addresses a variety of topics such as pursuing an academic career, private practice options, and networking. She then moves on to ‘Getting Started in Practice’ which covers essential topics like choosing the right practice type and location, starting a solo practice, and building a team.

‘Fundamentals of Healthcare’ is another chapter that is dedicated to healthcare management. Here, Vallier offers guidance on best practices for hiring staff, coding and billing, and managing cost-effectiveness while still delivering quality care. The following chapter, ‘The Business of Orthopaedic Surgery’, covers topics such as financial management, marketing, and strategic planning.

Risk management is another critical topic that she addresses in ‘Risk Management.’ This includes the ins and outs of medical malpractice and the importance of workplace safety. Additionally, she goes into detail on how to make a meaningful life beyond work with her chapter on ‘Life Planning.’ Finally, the book is wrapped up with ‘Continuing Education’, which stresses the importance of lifelong learning in the fast-paced world of medicine.

The book has a handy glossary and a list of acronyms and abbreviations that are common in the medical field. Another great feature of this book is the real-life stories and experiences that Vallier includes. These stories offer invaluable advice from seasoned professionals in the field and give readers a glimpse into the author’s life.

If you’re worried that this book will be a dry read, you’ll be pleasantly surprised. Vallier’s writing style is engaging and easier to understand, even for those who aren’t familiar with the business aspects of the field. The book’s usefulness is also not just limited to orthopaedic surgeons as many of the practice management principles apply to a variety of medical fields.

Are you interested in getting your hands on a copy of Foundations for Success in Orthopaedic Surgery? You can easily purchase it online and read it directly from your preferred device, such as a tablet, computer, or smartphone. You can even convert it into an audiobook, giving you the freedom to consume the content on the go.

In conclusion, if you’re a budding orthopaedic surgeon or a medical professional who wants to learn more about practice management principles, Heather A. Vallier’s Foundations for Success in Orthopaedic Surgery is an excellent place to start. Dr. Vallier masterfully provides essential information that is critical for success in the field, while also offering helpful anecdotes and real-life experiences that make the book an enjoyable read. Don’t hesitate to order your copy today and begin your journey towards success in orthopaedic surgery.

Product Details

• Contains dozens of short, clearly written chapters covering Career Planning for Success, Getting Started in Practice, Fundamentals of Healthcare, The Business of Orthopaedic Surgery, Risk Management, Life Planning, and Continuing Education
• Features a handy glossary and list of acronyms and abbreviations
• Draws from years of Dr. Vallier’s and professional colleagues’ personal experiences, observations, and stories regarding professional advancement, the business aspects of practice, and considerations for life outside of medicine

• Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone.
• Easily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ LWW (September 5, 2023)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• ‏ : ‎ 208 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1975222539
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1975222536