From everyday adventurers to elite athletes, the future of sports medicine is happening right here, helping people get back in the game faster than ever. Tune in Monday, May 25, at 6:30 PM for Innovations in Orthopedic Sports Medicine, an informative episode of St. Luke’s Health Now airing on WFMZ-TV (Channel 69).
Host Ashley Russo welcomes St. Luke’s Orthopedic Care sports medicine surgeons Dr. Ajay Kanakamedala and Dr. Tyler Smith for an engaging in-studio discussion on how today’s advances are transforming care for athletes and active individuals of all ages. Together, they explore minimally invasive, joint-preserving techniques and explain how personalized, evidence-based treatment helps patients safely return to the activities they love.
The episode also features an on-location interview with Dr. Ryan O’Donnell, who shares insights on multidisciplinary care, emerging technologies, and the importance of aligning treatment plans with each patient’s individual goals.
