Jason Snibbe, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who founded his practice, Snibbe Orthopedics, in Los Angeles and serves as an orthopedic consultant for the Los Angeles Lakers, Sparks and Kings.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Snibbe trains fellows from Los Angeles-based Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute.
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Here, Dr. Snibbe discusses value-based care in orthopedics and joint replacement.
Question: What technology and techniques are most exciting for you in the future?
Dr. Jason Snibbe: I think the most exciting technology is robotic total joint replacement surgery. It provides incredible accuracy and the outcomes have been very promising.
Q: How do you evaluate new technologies and techniques?
JS: I evaluate new technology by studying the benefits and risks. Then I spend time in cadaver labs learning the techniques and understanding the process. Once I feel I have mastered the technique and see the benefit, I will incorporate it into my practice.
Q; Is your practice moving toward value-based care? How does new technology fit in, whether you're taking cases to a hospital or outpatient surgery center?
JS: My practice started bundled payments in our surgery center and started collecting data on the outcomes. We are able to provide specialized care in a private setting compared to a hospital. The new technology fits in to the hospital and surgery center. When technology changes the patient experience and outcome, it should be part of your entire practice.
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