Victor H Hernandez, MD, MSc. FAAOS
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Orthopaedic Surgeon - Chief - Adult Reconstruction and Joint Arthroplasty - University of Miami - Jackson Memorial Hospital - Professor 🇨🇴
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Joined August 2009
🚨 New publication in Journal of Orthopaedic Reports! Cotinine testing reveals gaps in self-reported smoking cessation before joint replacement—especially in knee arthroplasty. Objective tools matter for better patient outcomes. #Orthopedics #Research #Arthroplasty #Smoking
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Honored to be part of this global Delphi panel published in Arthroplasty Today, titled: “Identifying Critical Evidence Gaps in Wound Closure and Incision Management After Total Hip Arthroplasty.” This important effort, led by an international team of experts.
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I’m honored to be part of the AOA Class of 2024 with talented leaders. Thankful for the American Orthopaedic Association’s recognition and the opportunity to connect with professionals across the U.S. and Canada. I look forward to the 2025 Conference in Minneapolis.
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🔊 Is Surgery Too Loud? 🔊 Our research shows robotic-assisted knee surgery can be louder than manual surgery, putting surgeons at risk for hearing loss! 👂⚠️ 📊 wear earplugs—we need quieter surgical tools! Let’s protect those who keep us moving! 🦿💙 #Surgery #HearingHealth
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Excited about our latest publication! AI falls short in enhancing the readability of Spanish-language orthopedic PEMs. Grateful for all the team effort! Thank you @Clinorthop for sharing our work. #orthotwitter
🌍 Health equity starts with accessible education! 🏥 AI struggles to improve the readability of Spanish orthopedic materials while maintaining accuracy. More work is needed to create culturally appropriate resources for non-English-speaking patients. https://t.co/VfBOqXXrp5
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🌍 Health equity starts with accessible education! 🏥 AI struggles to improve the readability of Spanish orthopedic materials while maintaining accuracy. More work is needed to create culturally appropriate resources for non-English-speaking patients. https://t.co/VfBOqXXrp5
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e limited availability in Spanish and may be difficult for some patients to read. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) has translated education materials into Spanish, but their...
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The Hip Society is thrilled to welcome our newest members into our community of forward-thinking leaders and trail-blazers! 🌟 Congratulations! #TheHipSociety #hip #hipsurgeon #arthroplasty #leadership #innovation #excellence
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Un abrazo gigante a @pedroenio_ y a Richard Rios por este increíble detalle! La camisa del Palmeiras autografiada es más que un regalo, es una motivación para seguir adelante con pasión y dedicación. 🙌⚽️💚 #RichardRios #Palmeiras #Gratitud #brasil #colombia🇨🇴
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I’m beyond thrilled to announce one of the biggest achievements of my career: joining The Hip Society! This prestigious membership is invitational. With a limit of 100 members. I’m excited to collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the field, share knowledge.
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Outpatient joint replacement is on the rise! 🚀 Advances in tech, surgical methods, & policies are making same-day hip & knee surgeries possible. Key debates: patient selection, anesthesia, pain management, & discharge readiness. Full article here: https://t.co/kZTwUTBjMP
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We are proud to open our new UHealth at Doral Ambulatory Surgical Center. This state-of-the-art facility offers hip and knee replacements with same-day discharge, utilizing advanced technology, including robotics, to provide efficient and patient-centered care.
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Feeling incredibly lucky to have a mentor and a friend like @javadparviz1 . His groundbreaking work on infection and research in orthopedics continues to inspire me and shape the future of the field. #Gratitude #Orthopedics #Mentorship #welcometomiami #GOAT
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Getting Patients Back to Normal: Orthopaedic Surgeon Victor Hugo Hernandez
news.med.miami.edu
Dr. Hernandez talks about his work using advanced technologies to improve surgery plans and establish an ideal pace for recovery.
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Congratulations to @akalbacbarrios our APRN for being named nurse of the Year at the University of Miami Health System! Out of over 685 APPs, Ashley consistently exemplifies excellence in patient care and UHealth’s mission.
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With a specialized skill gym, plus dedicated orthopedic nurses, occupational and physical therapists, your path to recovery has never been more personalized. #JointReplacement #MiamiHealthcare #Orthopedics #RecoveryCare #PhysicalTherapy #OccupationalTherapy”
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Step into the future of recovery at the new exclusive Joint Replacement Unit at University of Miami Tower – South Florida’s first state-of-the-art dedicated facility for knee and hip joint replacements, offering 34 beds for both outpatient and inpatient recovery.
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Thank you so much for the invitation to the Congreso Paraguayo de Ortopedia y Traumatología🙏✨ I'm honored to be part of such a prestigious event. 💪 #Ortopedia #Traumatología #CongresoPY #Grateful
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Honored to be an international guest at the Update in Direct Anterior Approach for Total Hip Replacement 2024. Grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with top Orthopaedic Surgeons from the Hip Unit at the Hospital Clínic of Barcelona, @DrLeeRubin
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“Nosso agradecimento à @sbquadril, ao XIX JOPPAQ 2024 e ao Simpósio @aorecon_latam por proporcionarem momentos de aprendizado e troca de conhecimento excepcionais. Juntos, estamos avançando na ortopedia e no cuidado com o quadril! #Gratidão #JOPPAQ2024 #AORecon #SBQ #Excelência
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