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Great journeys are built on hard work, dedication, focus, perseverance, and sacrifice. Dr. Atta Taseh has been a pivotal...
03/14/2026

Great journeys are built on hard work, dedication, focus, perseverance, and sacrifice.
 
Dr. Atta Taseh has been a pivotal member of the FARIL team, contributing tirelessly to our research, mentorship, and innovation efforts. His path began at FARIL as an MD research fellow and PhD candidate, and through years of hard work, commitment, and many personal sacrifices, he grew into an irreplaceable leader within our center.
 
Today, we are proud to celebrate his appointment as Instructor in Investigation at Mass General Brigham / Harvard Medical School and Associate Director at FARIL–MGB.
 
At FARIL, we believe that when dedication meets opportunity, individuals can grow, flourish, and help shape the future of orthopaedic research.
 
Congratulations Atta - and happy birthday. 🎉
 

03/12/2026

One of the most productive Annual meetings in

Thank you for supporting our research project.
02/27/2026

Thank you for supporting our research project.

Last week, we had the opportunity to celebrate and say farewell to Dr. Amal Chidda, who has completed an outstanding yea...
02/15/2026

Last week, we had the opportunity to celebrate and say farewell to Dr. Amal Chidda, who has completed an outstanding year as a Research Fellow at FARIL-MGB.
 
Dr. Chidda is also a PhD student and Orthopaedic Surgery Resident at the University of Fribourg (Switzerland), and throughout her fellowship, she demonstrated exceptional dedication, scientific curiosity, and leadership.
 
Her research focused on the complex interaction between hindfoot alignment and ankle fractures, exploring how each influences the other. Using advanced methodologies including weightbearing CT-based measurements, mechanical force testing, and finite element analysis, she contributed to a multidisciplinary effort that will provide meaningful new insights into this important clinical topic.
 
We are grateful for her hard work and commitment, and we are confident that her research will have a lasting impact on the field of foot and ankle trauma and biomechanics.
 
We would like to sincerely thank her supervisors and mentors, Dr. Angela Seidel (University of Fribourg), Dr. Soheil Ashkani (Harvard Medical School / MGH), and Dr. John Kwon (Harvard Medical School / MGH), for their continued support and collaboration.
 
A special thank you as well to the team members who worked alongside her throughout this project, including Dr. Chegini, Dr. Gerdesmeyer, Willem Koenders, and Atta Taseh, as well as our valued industry partners.
 
Dr. Chidda, we are proud of all you have accomplished and wish you continued success in your academic and surgical career. You will always be part of the FARIL team.
 

A small modification to the sinus tarsi approach can substantially increase visualization of the lateral calcaneal body ...
02/15/2026

A small modification to the sinus tarsi approach can substantially increase visualization of the lateral calcaneal body and subtalar joint during calcaneus fracture ORIF.
Sometimes, a few centimeters can make a meaningful difference in surgical exposure.

In this cadaveric study, we evaluated a Modified Sinus Tarsi Approach (MST) extending the traditional incision approximately 2 cm posterodorsally and 2 cm anteroplantarly.

📌 Compared with the traditional approach, MST provided:
• 39% vs 14.9% lateral wall visualization
• 43.3% vs 13.7% posterior facet visualization
• 45.1% vs 16.3% dorsal surface visualization
(all P < .0001)
The sural nerve was found an average of 1.8 mm from the distal extension, underscoring the need for careful identification and protection.
Published in Foot & Ankle International (2025)
DOI: 10.1177/10711007251343530
Thank you to the authors: Rohan Bhimani, Andrew M. Hresko, Kevin Y. Wang, and John Y. Kwon.

The three masterminds!Our outstanding FARIL International Ambassadors, conquering Asia Pacific Foot & Ankle Council!
02/07/2026

The three masterminds!
Our outstanding FARIL International Ambassadors, conquering Asia Pacific Foot & Ankle Council!

Most hip fractures don’t happen by chance - they happen by risk. A hip fracture is not just a fracture…It can be the beg...
02/07/2026

Most hip fractures don’t happen by chance - they happen by risk.
 
A hip fracture is not just a fracture…
It can be the beginning of disability, loss of independence, and even mortality.
 
Our research suggests that FRAX alone may not be enough, because it doesn’t include:
- prior falls
- fall severity
- social vulnerability (SVI)
 
The future is a Modified FRAX model that helps us predict risk earlier and prevent injuries before they happen.
 
🎯 Our mission: improve elderly quality of life by turning healthcare from reactive to preventive.
 
HealthEquity SVI AgingWell Research

Hosting Prof. Jeff KatZ, the VC of Research, at FARIL
01/29/2026

Hosting Prof. Jeff KatZ, the VC of Research, at FARIL

All techniques work for Chronic Achilles Rupture - but not all carry the same risk.Study highlights: • Similar functiona...
01/25/2026

All techniques work for Chronic Achilles Rupture - but not all carry the same risk.
Study highlights:
• Similar functional gains across techniques
• Turndown flaps showed higher wound complication rates
• Hamstring and FHL transfers had lower morbidity
• Complications matter when choosing the right surgery
Proud of the FARIL-MGB team for delivering evidence that directly informs surgical decision-making 

1: Willem (co-lead of Bioengineering) and Chris Miller (MIS guru) trying a new MIS device made at FARIL.2: Daniel Szmola...
01/16/2026

1: Willem (co-lead of Bioengineering) and Chris Miller (MIS guru) trying a new MIS device made at FARIL.
2: Daniel Szmola, ortho resident and research fellow, OrthoPhD program, from Hungary working under the supervision of and John Kwon.
3: Justin Luk, medical student at and lead of VALOR
4: Will DiGiovanni, research assistant at FARIL and soon to be a medical student

What’s “normal” in the ankle syndesmosis? Turns out-less asymmetry than we thought. Study highlights:  •  
12/29/2025

What’s “normal” in the ankle syndesmosis? Turns out-less asymmetry than we thought.
 
Study highlights:
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New Year, New Merch! Go FARIL!Love it?
12/29/2025

New Year, New Merch! Go FARIL!
Love it?

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