Dr. Vani Sabesan

04/28/2026

Matrix-assisted autologous chondrocyte implantation may yield high return to sports rate.

Results showed chondral defects of the knee treated with matrix-assisted autologous chondrocyte implantation may yield a high rate of patient satisfaction and return to sports in a community practice.

04/21/2026

Does losing weight make an athlete better? Associations between body composition and performance.

In endurance sports such as running and cross-country skiing, a lighter body weight can improve relative power generation and reduce energy consumption. However, losing weight requires an energy deficit, which can negatively impact health and performance. Therefore, weight optimization always involv...

04/14/2026

Treatment Options for Calcific Tendonitis of the Shoulder.

Calcific tendonitis is a common source of shoulder pain and can be a frustration given the severity of pain and the duration of symptoms. However, the news is not all bad. On a positive note, the vast majority of patients do find relief with nonsurgical treatments for this condition.

04/07/2026

Preventing Shoulder Pain After Vaccine Injection (SIRVA).

Shoulder pain is a common side effect of a vaccine. Usually, it gets better fairly quickly and causes no long-term problems. However, some people develop a rare problem called shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA).

03/31/2026

Study finds surprising differences in knee injuries between men and women.

One of the largest MRI-based studies comparing knee injuries between men and women reveals surprising differences in injury patterns based on gender and age. The findings, which can be used to improve risk assessment and develop early intervention strategies, will be presented today at the annual me...

03/23/2026

Excited to share our latest research published in the Journal of Surgical Education.

Can virtual reality improve how future surgeons are trained? Our study shows that even a single VR simulation session can significantly boost medical students’ confidence and surgical knowledge.

From better understanding of procedures to improved imaging skills, over 90% of students found this approach helpful and felt more prepared for real surgical experiences.

Proud to be part of advancing the future of orthopedic education through innovation.
Read more at https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1931720425003721

03/11/2026

Our latest research has been published in the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Arthroplasty.

In this systematic review, our team examined how often reverse shoulder arthroplasty studies report outcomes by s*x. Despite reviewing more than 345,000 patients, only a small percentage of studies analyzed results separately for men and women.

Understanding s*x-specific outcomes is an important step toward more personalized and equitable care in shoulder surgery. I’m proud of the team for highlighting this important gap in the literature and helping move the field forward.

Read more at https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2471549226000079

11/16/2022

Building a residency program is hard work. Takes committed efforts from some amazing teams and dedication from so many people.
And all this sweat equity and work brings pride. Of what our faculty, staff, reps, and residents have built. Create your dreams, believe in your future. I know I do….
.daji

11/01/2022

Happy Halloween 🎃 👻💀

10/01/2022

It’s a wrap! Amazing team and amazing meeting. Till the next time Boston! 2022 .daji

07/07/2022

We had a great 4th of July! Celebrating our country, our family, our forces, and our first movie (well sort of 🤷🏽‍♀️) little late but never taken for granted 🥰