In Part II of our angular limb deformity series, we apply the geometric principles of CORA, joint orientation angles, and alignment to real-world surgical decision-making.

In this episode, we cover:

• When to choose a closing wedge, opening wedge, or dome osteotomy
• How rotation, translation, and implant planning interact
• Clinical scenarios that demand smooth vs. angular corrections
• Planning pitfalls that lead to overcorrection, undercorrection, or instability
• Case-based application and board-style questions to reinforce key decision points

This is the step between understanding deformity and surgically fixing it — and a must-know for any surgeon tackling limb alignment.

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In this first of a two-part BoardsCast series, we explore the foundational mechanics of angular limb deformity diagnosis and correction. Whether you’re preparing for boards or brushing up on osteotomy planning, this episode walks you step-by-step through:

• The difference between mechanical and anatomic axes
• Joint orientation angles (JFSA, LDFA, MPTA, JLCA) — and what “normal” looks like
• How to define and locate the CORA (Center of Rotation of Angulation)
• When to consider translation — and when it means you got the CORA wrong
• Tools for recognizing and classifying single vs. multi-plane deformities

With clear diagrams and board-focused questions woven throughout, this episode is your shortcut to confident, geometry-based surgical planning.

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In this episode of BoardCast, we shift focus to one of the most time-sensitive and high-stakes situations in small animal orthopedics: the open fracture.

We explore:

• How force, strain, and biology interact at injury sites
• Why initial wound care sets the stage for surgical success (or failure)
• The Gustilo-Anderson open fracture classification — and what it predicts
• When to debride, what to remove, and when to stabilize
• Internal vs. external fixation, and the role of bone grafting
• Common complications and how to mitigate them
• A framework for real-world triage and revision planning

This episode offers practical, high-yield guidance on a topic where timing, tissue handling, and surgical judgment are everything.

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In this episode of BoardCast, we break down what happens when internal fixation fails — and why.

From the foundational forces at play to implant-specific failure modes, we explore the physics, mechanics, and clinical pitfalls behind:

• Tension band wiring and cerclage failure
• Interlocking nail fatigue and screw pullout
• Lag screw and plate biomechanics
• Locking plate failure patterns in poor-quality bone
• The concept of Elastic Plate Osteosynthesis for juveniles
• And how to think critically about construct selection, strain distribution, and revision planning

We also test your knowledge with a board-style case on managing a comminuted fracture in poor-quality bone. If you’ve ever asked, “Why did this fix fail?” — this episode gives you the answers.

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In this BoardCast episode, we break down the mechanics, applications, and complications of one of the most powerful tools in internal fracture fixation: interlocking nails.

From biomechanical advantages to real-world complications, we cover:

• Why nails work so well for comminuted diaphyseal fractures
• The difference between static and dynamic locking — and when to use each
• Area moment of inertia, angular stability, and central vs. eccentric loading
• When ILNs outperform plates and pins — and when they don’t
• Failure risks, from screw misses to biological complications
• How newer angle-stable designs may push outcomes even further

This is essential knowledge for any surgeon thinking critically about mechanics, biology, and construct design in orthopedic repair.

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In this episode of BoardCast, we dive deep into one of the most fundamental decisions in small animal fracture repair: choosing between conventional bone plates and locking plate systems.

Through clear mechanical breakdowns and real-world case thinking, we explore:

• The core engineering behind each fixation method
• Why screw purchase and bone quality matter (or don’t)
• Eccentric vs. central loading and how implants fail under stress
• The biomechanics of interlocking nails and how they differ
• What implant to choose for a given fracture pattern and patient condition
• The critical role of construct design in clinical success

If you're preparing for boards, mentoring residents, or just want to solidify your internal fixation knowledge — this is the surgical mechanics review you need.

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In this high-yield episode of BoardCast, we explore the strategy behind plate application — from choosing the right plate to understanding how and why implants fail.

You’ll learn:

• The physics of tension vs. compression and why placement matters
• Working length: what it is, how it affects compliance, and when flexibility helps or hurts
• Biomechanics of different plating techniques: compression, neutralization, bridging, and elastic osteosynthesis
• Failure modes: bending, fatigue, screw pullout — and how locking plates shift the risk
• How interlocking nails stack up against plates and when to combine constructs

This is not just for board prep — it’s a must-have foundation for surgical success.

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You survived Bug Wars I–IV. But can you apply it?

This episode is the exam-mode gauntlet: 8 board-style questions across antimicrobial mechanisms, PK/PD principles, combo logic, and sterilization.

🎯 Format:

• Multiple-choice questions
• Pause to answer
• Detailed breakdown of correct and incorrect choices
• Flashcard recap at the end

💡 Topics include:

• Time- vs. concentration-dependent kill
• MIC vs. MPC vs. PAE
• Static + cidal combo pitfalls
• Sporicidal agents & antiseptic limitations
• Enantiomers, fat solubility, and sighthound drug metabolism

Built to reinforce the essentials from the full Bug Wars arc.
Rapid-fire. High-yield. Board-focused.

🎧 Built for surgical residents.
Feedback or requests? Carl Damiani (cd@simini.com)