On-Demand Education Library

Our first Q&A features Dr. Gonchikar, OrthoCarolina Physiatrist, discussing non-operative spine solutions and answering your questions live. Unlike our traditional webinar format, this interactive session is designed to be more conversational and focused on the questions you have. This free event is open to anyone interested in learning more about non-surgical treatment options for spine-related pain and conditions – no registration necessary.

Join Dr. Dana Piasecki for our March webinar on ACL Surgery: Important Things To Know. Dr. Piasecki is an OrthoCarolina Sports Medicine surgeon and ACL specialist located at our Sports Medicine Center. He will be discussing key topics including indications for surgery, graft choice, when extra surgery may be needed, and the recovery process.

Join Dr. Jason Silva for our January webinar on Knee Injuries in Active Adults. Dr. Silva, an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon at our Matthews location, will discuss common knee injuries in adults, such as ligament sprains, meniscus tears, and tendon injuries.

Join Drs. Kinjal Parikh, Swaroop Gonchikar, and J.D. Hoppenfeld for our December webinar on Non-Operative Spine Solutions. They are OrthoCarolina Physiatrists located at the OrthoCarolina Spine Center in Charlotte. They will be discussing advanced non-surgical treatments for spinal conditions, including the innovative technique of radiofrequency ablation.

Join Dr. Nady Hamid & Dr. Shadley Schiffern for our November webinar on Shoulder Replacement Technologies in 2025. Dr. Hamid and Dr. Schiffern are orthopedic shoulder & elbow surgeons located at the Shoulder & Elbow Center at our South Park location. They will be covering the latest advancements in shoulder replacement design, surgical techniques, and technology-driven innovations that are shaping the future of shoulder replacements.

Join Dr. Stephen Barchick for another September webinar on Nerve Impingement in the Neck. Dr. Barchick is one of our new spine physicians located at our Spine Center and Ballantyne & Indian Land offices. He will be covering cervical radiculopathy, including what it is, the symptoms patients experience, and other conditions that may present similarly.

Join Dr. Bill Cregar for our first September webinar on Common Pickleball Injuries! Dr. Cregar is one of our new sports medicine physicians at the Sports Medicine Center and South Park locations in Charlotte. During this session, he will cover common pickleball injuries, their causes, prevention strategies, and treatment options.

Early Recovery After Total Joint Replacement with Dr. Michael Bates, Hip & Knee Surgeon at OrthoCarolina's University location. In this webinar, Dr. Bates discusses total joint replacements, pain management, preventing complications, and returning to daily activities post-operation.

Join Dr. Ellison and Dr. Kurkis for our August webinar on The Pros and Cons of Hip Replacement Approaches. Dr. Ellison is an OrthoCarolina Hip & Knee Surgeon at our Concord location, and Dr. Kurkis is an OrthoCarolina Hip & Knee Surgeon at our Huntersville location. For this month's webinar, both physicians will be discussing the pros and cons of hip replacement approaches and the different perspectives.

Shoulder Dislocation and Instability with Dr. O'Neal, OrthoCarolina Sports Medicine Surgeon. Dr. O'Neal is located at our Ballantyne location. In this webinar, Dr. O'Neal provides an in-depth look at shoulder dislocations and the mechanisms that lead to instability of the shoulder.

Knee Arthritis: Treatment to Replacement with Dr. Boiwka. In this webinar, Dr. Boiwka discussed the latest advancements in knee arthritis treatment, ranging from non-surgical options to total knee replacement procedures.

Ankle Arthritis with Dr. Fletcher, OrthoCarolina Foot and Ankle Surgeon! Dr. Fletcher is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon at our Huntersville, Lake Norman, and Mooresville locations. In this webinar, Dr. Fletcher covered what ankle arthritis is, its causes, who commonly experiences it, and the available treatment options, including conservative management and surgery.