¶ Introduction to MIS
Hey guys , dr TJ Ahn here Today we are diving into a hot topic minimally invasive foot surgery , or MIS . You might have heard it hyped up nowadays for a good reason . But let's clear the air here . It's a journey , not a sprint . Sound intriguing . Let's get started . Mis isn't just a new technique . It's a breakthrough in how we approach foot and ankle surgery .
It's been around for over 50 years . I had a great mentor , late Dr Steven Aisham . I learned beautiful MIS techniques and I'm here to helping other colleagues to implement MIS the right way . But why does mastering MIS matter to you ? Well , because it can elevate your practice to new heights and provide unparalleled patient outcomes . So let's dive deeper .
Here's the scoop . Mastering MIS isn't just like flipping a switch . It's a commitment . But every step you take enriches your skills and transforms how you care for your patient . Imagine your patients
¶ Benefits for Patients
leaving with smaller incisions , experiencing less pain , almost no hardware or very little hardware , and recovering faster . That's what we can offer through MIS , and it's incredibly rewarding to see . But now let's be real . It's not about jumping in and mastering MIS in just one go . This is a marathon . Like I said , it's a journey , not just a one-off sprint .
The pros tips wisdom . They come from repeated and committed practice . You see , that's exactly why I've developed our MIS intensive programs and MIS elite private membership community . I've designed this to help you not just learn but sell and reducing the learning curve .
With proper guidance and proven strategies , you can swiftly move from learning to implementing , efficiently and safely , both for you and your patients . So why does this matter in the day to day , well performing MIS in an office space setting is a win for everyone . Doctors , you get better reimbursements for the same CPT codes .
For example , medicare almost pays you double Exact same CPT code . I'm not talking about billing facility fee and some sort of strict charge . I'm not saying that it's exactly same code where you would bill for hospital or surgery
¶ Financial Advantages for Doctors
center code like 28296 , 28299 , 28308 . Exact same code . Insurance companies will pay you 30% to even close to 100% more . Skip the hospital commute .
I've been there as a traditional open surgeon , riding through traffic and waiting for your turn , and then you just come to find out surgery gets bumped up or even cancelled and you have to go all the way back to your office . Forget that .
With office space surgery I mean you can do everything at your own place and manage your own scheduled time and for your patients it means unrivaled convenience , lower cost out-of-p pocket from themselves and a reduced risk of you know , hospital post-op infections . It's the kind of win-win scenario we all love to see .
As you grow your MIS skills , you become more than just another podiatrist . You know you can become the go-to expert in your field in your region , the one trusted for advanced care , making a real difference in your community . Each skill you hone , each cadaver lab you attend adds depth to your expertise .
¶ Office-Based Surgery Convenience
This journey is about continuous improvement and excellence , setting you apart as a leader in podiatry . And here's the best part this journey doesn't mean you can't start performing sooner . That's why our MIS intensive program has different levels .
I designed it such a way while you're still training on bunions and complex procedures , our program supports you in performing simpler , less complex surgeries like exostectomies , hammer toes and soft tissue procedures , safely and effectively
¶ Building Expertise and Beyond
. So do you want to jump in deeper in the world of MIS ? Make sure to subscribe , follow along and explore our programs designed to guide you at every stage of your journey . So together let's elevate your practice , enhance your skill set and , most importantly , change patient lives with each procedure . That difference you will make could be today .
You see , I'm here with you every step of the way along your journey . I hope you enjoyed this video . Mis is not some kind of just a one-time deal . It's a journey , not a sprint . I'm looking forward to seeing you at the next Cadaver Life workshop or our MIS program . I'll see you in the next video .
