Research

Abstract Presentation Publications

Fall 2021 Winners

Title	Author(s)	School(s)/Institution(s)	Abstract
Alterations in Shoulder Tendon Structural Proteins in Atherosclerosis	William H Fang, OM2, M.S.¹, Seerat Sekhon, OMS 2, M.S.¹, Finosh G Thankam, PhD¹, and Devendra K Agrawal, PhD¹.	¹Department of Translational Research, Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, California 91766, USA	View Abstract View Presentation/Poster
Wrong Metrics: When the Benefits of Optimal Long-Term Realignment in Adult Spinal Deformity Corrective Surgery Outweighs the Risk of Transient Perioperative Complications	Tyler Williamson, OMS4¹ Peter Passias, MD²	¹University of the Incarnate Word SOM/NYU Department of Orthopaedic Surgery ²NYU Departments of Orthopaedic and Neurological Surgery/NY Spine Institute	View Abstract View Presentation/Poster
Fixation of Acute Femoral Neck Fractures with the Femoral Neck System (FNS) in Comparison to Closed Reduction Percutaneous Pinning (CRPP). A Short-Term Outcome and Preliminary Long-Term Study with 12 months of Follow-up	Arjun K. Reddy, BA; Jake X. Checketts, DO; Grayson R. Norris, BS; Byron Detweiler, DO; Jay Thompson, DO; Chip Moore, DO; Mark Johnson, DO; Azad Dadgar, DO; Brent Norris, MD	Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine	View Abstract View Presentation/Poster
Clinical and Functional Outcomes After Reverse Total Should Arthroplasty with Associated Latissimus Dorsi Transfer: A Systematic Review	B. Joshua Stephens, OMS III; Arjun K. Reddy, OMS III; Jake X. Checketts, DO; Ashini Patel, OMS III; Kate Burhke, OMS III; Jared Scott, DO; Landon Stallings, DO; Brian Chalkin, DO	Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine; Oklahoma State University Orthopedic Surgery Residency; Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine; Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine	View Abstract View Presentation/Poster

Spring 2021 Winners

Title	Author(s)	School(s)/Institution(s)	Abstract
Localizing the Course of the Radial Nerve Based on Anatomical Landmarks: A Cadaveric Study	Jake Powell, OMSIII, Kalan Barnes, M.S., OMSII, Cameron Beck, OMSIV, Matthew Skinner, MD, William F Pientka II, MD, Cara L. Fisher, Ph.D.	Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine and Center for Anatomical Sciences, University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth	View Abstract View Presentation/Poster
Opioid Usage after Hallux Valgus Correction Surgery	Zachary Thier, Matthew Barfield, Tyler Gonzalez, MD, MBA, J. Benjamin Jackson III MD, MBA	Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine – Knoxville	View Abstract View Presentation/Poster
Myxoinflammatory fibroblastic sarcoma of the thumb: a case report at an unusual site with review of the literature	Harrison Bai, Darshdeep Singh, DO, MS, Naili Ma, MD, PhD	University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine	View Abstract View Presentation/Poster

Fall 2020 Winners

Title	Author(s)	School(s)/Institution(s)	Abstract
Evaluation of Spin in the Abstracts of Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses Covering Treatments for Achilles Tendon Ruptures	Marvin Carr, BS, David Dye, BS, Wade Arthur, BS, Ryan Ottwell, BS, Byron Detweiler, DO, Wesley Stoler, DO, Bryan Detweiler, DO, Hawkins, MD, Drew N. Wright, MLS, Micah Hartwell, PhD, Suhao Chen, MS, Zhuqi Miao, PhD, and Matt Vassar, PhD	Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, Tulsa, Oklahoma	View Abstract View Poster
A Retrospective Chart Review to Determine Lateral Ankle Instability Treatment based off of the Degree of Varus Tilt	Greggory Brandle, Kaitlyn Rizzo, Dr. Nicholas Cheney, Dr. Brian Clark	Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine	View Abstract View Poster
Cardiopulmonary Complications after Injection of a Hemostatic Gelatin Agent into Vertebral Bone Under Pressure	Brittany Sipp, OMS4, Sean Bonanni, MD, Richard Schwend, MD, FAAO, FAAP	Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences	View Abstract

Spring 2020 Winners

Title	Author(s)	School(s)/Institution(s)	Abstract
The Impact of Liver Disease on Short-Term In-Hospital Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty	Clayton Marolt, OMS3, David Donnelly, OMS3, Victoria Gordon, OMS3, Kanwalgeet Hans, OMS3, Adam Lewis, OMS3, Zak Rose-Reneau, OMS3, Barth Wright, PhD	Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences	View Abstract
The Impact of Chronic Liver Disease on Short-Term In-Hospital Outcomes in Patients Undergoing a Total Hip Arthroplasty	Victoria Gordon, OMS3, Clayton Marolt, OMS3, David Donnelly, OMS3, Zak Rose-Reneau, OMS3, Kenneth Johnson, OMS3, Joanna Rowe, OMS3, Barth Wright, PhD	Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences	View Abstract
The impact of Rheumatoid Arthritis on Short-Term In-Hospital Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty	David Donnelly, OMS3, Clayton Marolt, OMS3, Victoria Gordon, OMS3, Zak Rose-Reneau, OMS3, Barth Wright, PhD	Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences	View Abstract
Unilateral Absence of the Musculocutaneous Nerve with Accompanying Anomalies in the Median Nerve	Richard Rodriguez-Brizuela, OMS4, Chad Skidmore, OMS3, Rebecca Thomas, OMS3, Taylor Yancey, OMS3	Rocky Vista University of College of Osteopathic Medicine	View Abstract
Novel Surgical Technique for Sacroiliac Joint Fusion in Persistent Chronic Low Back Pain	Alexander Fong, OMS3, John Malloy, DO	Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine; North Broward Medical Center	View Abstract
Review of Outpatient Versus Inpatient Total Knee Replacement Perioperative complications and Readmission Rates	William Tobener, OMS3, Rodney Alan, MD, Tom Lindsey, DO	Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine – Carolinas	View Abstract
Steady State Free Precession MRI Anatomical Analysis and Cartography of the Human Hand	David Jeffs, OMS2, Nathan Balkman, OMS2, Bryan Daines, OMS2, Blake Christensen, OMS2, Nathan Muncy, Jonathan Wisco, Nena Mason, PhD	Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine – Southern Utah; Brigham Young Utah; Boston University	View Abstract

Fall 2019 Winners

Title	Author(s)	School(s)/Institution(s)	Abstract
Surgeon, Hospital, and Patient-Related Factors Effect on Mean Operative Time in Total Hip Arthroplasty	Yash Chaudhry, DO, Mitchell Solano, MD, Daniel Valaik, MD, Robert S. Sterling, MD, Julius K. Oni, MD, Harpal S. Khanuja, MD	Department of Orthopedics, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine	View Abstract View Poster
Locked Plate Fixation of Proximal Humerus Fractures in Non-Elderly Adults: Analysis of Five-Year Outcomes	Fred Vilson, OMS3, Justin W. Griffin, MD, Stephen F. Brockmeir, MD, A. Rashard Dacus, MD, Bonnie S. Mason, MD	Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine – Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Virginia Health System – Nth Dimensions	Abstract and Poster unavailable
Stress Effect: The Impact of Stress on Medical Students’ Ability to Focus, Perceived Academic Achievement, and GPA	Marco Lawandy, OMS3, Tobin Thuma, OMS3, Christine Lomiguen, MD	Touro College of Medicine – New York	View Abstract View Poster

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