Dr. Vinod Dasa on AI, Orthopedic Surgery & Opioid-Free Pain Management | Beyond the Scalpel with Dr. Alrashid

Send us Fan Mail Can innovation, artificial intelligence, and opioid-free pain management transform the future of orthopedic surgery? In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel with Dr. AlRashid, Dr. Mamun AlRashid sits down with Dr. Vinod Dasa, Irvin Cohen Chair of Orthopedic Research and Vice Chairman of Academics at LSU Health Sciences Center, to explore the future of orthopedic surgery, healthcare innovation, and patient care. Dr. Dasa shares his journey into healthcare entrepreneurship, highlighting how technology, AI, and robotics are transforming surgical efficiency and the operating room. He also discusses the vision behind DocSocial, a platform connecting healthcare professionals through education and collaboration. The conversation dives into opioid-free knee replacement surgery, peripheral nerve stimulation for chronic knee pain, and innovative approaches to pain management. They also examine Medicare reimbursement challenges, CMS policies, and the importance of balancing technological advancement with sustainable, patient-centered healthcare. Episode Chapters 00:00 – Introduction: Meet Dr. Vinod Dasa 01:17 – From Orthopedic Surgeon to Healthcare Entrepreneur 01:49 – Starting a Surgical Career in Post-Katrina New Orleans 07:14 – Challenging the Traditional Surgical Supply Chain 07:57 – Site Medical: Rethinking Surgical Implant Support 12:31 – AI, Automation, and the Future of Healthcare Jobs 13:23 – Will Artificial Intelligence Replace Healthcare Professionals? 16:02 – Robotics, Medical Liability, and Human Accountability 17:37 – Why Healthcare Innovation Still Needs Human Supervision 18:43 – DocSocial: Building a Collaborative Healthcare Community 23:30 – Transition to Opioid-Free Surgery and Pain Management 25:47– Peripheral nerve stimulation for chronic knee pain 32:50– Opioid reduction and national orthopedic policy 39:23– Balancing opioid prescribing with adequate pain relief 45:27– CMS reimbursement reform and financial pressures 55:48–Rapid Fire: Robotics, Entrepreneurship, and Career Insights About the Guest Dr. Vinod Dasa is the Irvin Cohen Chair of Orthopedic Research and Vice Chairman of Academics at LSU Health Sciences Center. An orthopedic surgeon, researcher, and healthcare entrepreneur, he has helped pioneer opioid-free outpatient knee replacement approaches and contributed to innovations in surgical technology, medical education, and pain management. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share for more conversations with world-renowned physicians, innovators, and healthcare leaders on Beyond the Scalpel with Dr. Mamun AlRashid. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Beyond the Scalpel, Dr. Mamun AlRashid, or its affiliated organizations. This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Follow us: Official Website: https://palmbeachregenerativeorthopedics.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeyondTheScalpel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyond.the_scalpel/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Beyond.The_Scalpel LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beyond-the-scalpel-with-dr-alrashid/ X: https://x.com/BeyondTheScalpe Threads: https://www.threads.com/@beyond.the_scalpel TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.the_scalpel Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/BeyondTheScalpel1/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033Aj8vvEr7Pz9Se02Yo1F?si=7ac5299e36ce4f5f Beyond the Scalpel is produced by Palm Beach Media Productions.