Ashley Scott is a veteran of orthopedic surgery, but as a patient. She has been through 5 orthopedic-related surgeries ranging from her foot to her spine with different surgeons. Similarly, I also have been through 5 orthopedic-related surgeries. Ashley comes on to have a conversation about what we notice as patients that can impact your experience with an orthopedic surgeon. We'll talk about the emotions of being a patient, how to best address these emotions as a surgeon, and what distinguishes a surgeon with an average bed-side manner from a surgeon with an excellent one. I hope you enjoy this episode!