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Vlog
Dr. Garcia does blog topics on “hot and new” topics in the community. See his monthly vlog videos below.
Elbow Arthroscopy: Modern Benefits
In this video, Dr. Grant H. Garcia introduces elbow arthroscopy, detailing its primary benefits, the technical risks involved, and how modern surgical techniques are making it safer for patients.
UCL Complications
In this video, Dr. Grant H. Garcia addresses the potential clinical complications surrounding ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) repairs and reconstructions, outlining how surgeons manage concurrent elbow issues during the primary procedure.
Advancing UCL Reconstruction: The Future Is Smaller, Smarter Tunnels
In this video, Dr. Grant H. Garcia highlights the challenges of traditional ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstructions, the push for newer surgical innovations, and the lengthy recovery timeline athletes face.
UCL Reconstruction Techniques
In this video, Dr. Grant H. Garcia transitions the discussion from modern UCL repairs to traditional and evolving ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstruction techniques, commonly referred to as Tommy John surgery.
When do we operate on partial UCL tears
In this video, Dr. Grant H. Garcia focuses on the surgical treatment of partial ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tears after non-surgical management has failed, highlighting how modern repair techniques have transformed sports medicine.
UCL Types and When to Do Surgery
In this video, Dr. Grant H. Garcia explains how the specific location and type of an ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tear dictate the clinical treatment options, while highlighting the shared decision-making process required for young athletes and their families.
UCL Tears and MRI Correlation
In this video, Dr. Grant H. Garcia highlights the diagnostic workflow for ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries once conservative measures fail, emphasizing the critical value of correlating imaging with a physical exam.
UCL Surgery: In Season Athlete
In this video, Dr. Grant H. Garcia highlights the complex decision-making process and unique clinical nuances involved in treating ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries in active,
Diagnosing UCL Tears
In this video, Dr. Grant H. Garcia details the clinical approach, physical examination maneuvers, and diagnostic pitfalls when evaluating ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tears in the elbow.
Medial UCL Elbow Introduction
In this introductory video, Dr. Grant H. Garcia pivots his sports medicine series to the medial (inside) side of the elbow, introducing injuries to the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL).
