Videos of Doctors, Specialists, etc. talking about LL (Merged Topic)

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Thanks yeah the field of LL is definitely on the rise. Although nothing concrete yet, I've heard of some interesting research going on. If I'm able to say or find out more I'll be sure to update

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Cyborg,

Thanks very much for posting this great video interview with Dr. Mahboubian! I am really hoping to have my femur CLL with Dr. M in the near future so this video interview really helped me a lot! I need to keep saving $$ but as we all know "you get what you pay for..."

Anyways, thanks very much again for this awesome video cyborg!

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Hey deaddog yeah Dr. M is great with his knowledge and experience. I agree premium results usually mean premium price! Thanks I am planning to do more interviews in the future and will update as I do

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So I was able to get a lengthy interview with Dr. Debiparshad of The LimbplastX Institute on limb lengthening. I will post a timestamp below if you want to skip to a particular topic.

Hope everyone has a great weekend!

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Interview with Dr. Kevin Debiparshad

Interview Timestamps:

1:00 – Qualifications

1:30 – Interest in orthopedic medicine

3:05 – Specialty in deformities and Leg Lengthening (LL) at The LimbPlastX Institute (LPI)

4:40 – How many LL procedures since opening LPI

5:35 – Life changing benefits after LL

7:35 – Average height of patients who get LL

9:05 – Dislike of term “height dysphoria”

12:40 – Goal for LPI...Transparency

15:15 – Minimally invasive technique

15:45 – No transfusions...ever!

16:30 – Fast return to work etc. 

16:50 – How long does LL surgery operation take timewise

17:20 – Other benefits of the STRYDE nail

18:00 – Examples of returning to daily activities 

20:20 – Involvement with PRECICE & STRYDE nails

21:10 – NEW improvements from NuVasive

22:50 – Cost of LL at LPI. 

24:50 – What are safe height lengths to get done?

26:15 & 28:00 – Limb length proportions

29:35 & 32:10 – The pain of LL surgery

30:40 – Dr. D’s “machine-like” LL execution technique

33:50 – Potential complications. Long term

34:50 – Athleticism trade-offs and effects

37:00 – Recovery regimen

37:15 – Importance of Pre-Surgery Flexibility

38:50 – When you can get back to the gym etc.

39:35 – Room & Board while at LPI in Las Vegas, NV. How Long to stay?

41:30 – Patients who need socialization during LL

42:35 & 43:45 – Dr. D’s patients' satisfaction with LL at LPI

44:25 – Dr. D’s passion for LL

46:05 – Transparency: the good and bad

46:55 – 60 Second Docs released on May 1st, 2020

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Another amazing interview Cyborg, great job!

I was really impressed with Dr. Debiparshad. I loved his mindset -

• Not all patients suffer from height dysphoria / some form of a mental illness surrounding there height - this is something I've struggled to connect with myself (I'm not saying others don't have some form of this) and feel much more aligned with the self improvement / improve quality of life approach
• Getting back to work / normal life quality and fully utilizing the weight bearing technology
• His calculated, almost "assembly line" type approach to the surgery - it seems like he has an amazing process down that he has now mastered
• How he views the procedure and its future

If I was getting the procedure done in the states I would definitely be considering Dr. Debiparshad. Thanks for putting this content out.

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Thanks Batu I agree with all your points and was very impressed with Dr. D as well.

So I was able to do an interview with Dr. Giotikas today and although the sound wasn't the greatest I think he had a unique perspective on LL also.

Interview with Dr. Dimitrios Giotikas

Also, I have touched base with a patient who got cosmetic limb lengthening who said he would be interested in doing a live Q & A for those who ask questions about his LL experience from a patient perspective. I'm not tech savvy at all so still need to learn the details of how to properly live-stream etc.

Have a great weekend!

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Cool interview. I'm mostlikely going with Giotikas for my rod removals

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Thanks Movie, yeah you can't go wrong with Dr. Giotikas. Wish you the best!

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It's really great to see the passion these doctors have for their work, Dr. Gioktas seemed so happy when discussing LL and his patients.

I liked hearing him talk about the different generations of LL and the responsibility he feels to push the field forward in the right way, it will be really great to read his study when it comes out next year.

Data on funtionality, range of motion, recovery based on patients ratios and amount lengthening will be huge imo. These considerations are super important and will really help both doctor and patients decide on the best approach and goals.

Thanks for another of these interviews Victor, you're doing a great service to everybody interested in LL.

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I agree Dr. G really checks the necessary boxes for a successful outcome. Thanks Batu
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Was able to get a special Interview with Elite Limb Lengthening Surgeon Dr. Rozbruch. Deeply discussed some unique perspectives on common limb lengthening topics. I posted the timestamps below for anyone interested in a particular topic.



1:50 – His passion for orthopedics & transition into Limb Lengthening

7:00 – Fundamentals of Limb Lengthening

7:40 – How stature/cosmetic limb lengthening fits into his practice

9:20 – Who qualifies as a candidate for stature lengthening

11:50 & 13:10 – How much length can you gain in femurs vs. tibiae

14:10 – Prefers to lengthen femurs over tibiae

14:40 – Soft tissues lengthen & grow too!

15:10 – Iliotibial band release in femur lengthening

16:35 – Gastro-Soleus recession in tibiae lengthening typically over 4cm but depends on individual

19:20 – Limb proportions

21:20 – Arm Lengthening

23:15 – Potential Complications (1. Infection, 2. Nerve damage, 3. Blood clots, 4. Stiffness, 5. Bone)

28:35 – Long Term Problems = “temporary obstacles.”

31:15 – Qualifications your LL doctor should have

33:55 – Will the NEW bone be as strong as OLD bone?

35:00 – Advantages of recent stronger, internal STRYDE Nail by NuVasive

36:00 – When does Normal Walking Gait return after LL (ex: 8cm in femurs)

37:05 – Importance of Physiotherapy for optimal recovery on scale of 1-10?

38:15 – When can a patient resume physical activity post-LL surgery

39:00 – Options for patients who come from out of town/country/overseas

40:50 – Frequency of Checkups & therapy

41:20 – Ideal Patient Qualities

42:00 – Are patients satisfied with outcome of LL Surgery?

43:50 – Reach out and contact Dr. Rozbruch for questions or consultation

44:30 – Options for Consultation: in-person & virtual/telemedicine

45:40 – Advice to those considering LL surgery

46:00 – Patient – Doctor Trust Relationship


Have a great extended weekend!