6-8 Weeks: Perspectives on Sports Medicine
Episodes
49ers Injuries: Kittle, Warner, Pearsall and.....Electrical Substation???
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to our latest podcast as the 49ers march onto the next round of the playoffs. We break down Achilles ruptures, PCL injuries, return to play fr...
New Year's Resolution? What You Need to Do Before Starting a New Exercise Program
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This time of year we saw a tremendous increase in people embarking on a new exercise regime as one of their New Year's Resolutions. But there are sev...
So You Injured Your ACL? What Now?
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder what happens in those first few moments after you tear your ACL? What is the exam happening on the field? Should I get a MRI right away? ...
Social Media and Medicine: Talking With Dr Adrian Huang
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What is the future of social media and medicine? How can it be utilized? What are some of the benefits. Listen to our latest podcast as we talk with D...
Why Are NBA Stars Getting Injured So Much? A Deep Dive with NBA Analytics Expert Tom Haberstroh
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why are NBA stars getting injured at such a high rate? What is the reason for the increase in soft tissue injuries? What should the NBA do? Listen t...
NBA Stars Sidelined: A Discussion About Load Management, AAU, and Soft Tissue Injuries
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There has a tremendous increase in injuries impacting the star players in the NBA. Listen to our latest podcast as we break down the data behind load...
Top Myths About Nutrition
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What are some of the top myths about nutrition? Listen to Lindsay Orbeta, UCSF nutritionist, as we break down the top myths around nutrition.
Fuel for Healing: How Nutrition Impacts Surgery and Recovery
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re talking about something that doesn’t always get enough attention in orthopaedic recovery — nutrition. What should patients eat befor...
Another Turf Injury!!!! Breaking Down The Science of Turf vs. Natural Grass
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Another NFL weekend and more injuries on turf! Listen to our latest podcast as we break down the science of injuries on turf versus grass and review o...
Interviewing for Orthopedic Residency? Listen Up.
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's the that time of year when medical students begin the application and interview process for orthopedic residency. Listen to our podcast as we bre...
Social Media and Orthopedic Surgery: A Breakdown
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do orthopedic surgeons utilize social media? What platforms are the best for patients and physicians? Listen to our latest podcast as we break it...
Ankle Fracture / Dislocations: Breaking Down Fred Warner's Injury Pattern
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a brutal season for the 49ers from an injury perspective. Listen to our latest podcast as we break down the general treatment and recovery ...
Turf Toe and PCL Injuries: What Do You Do???
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of 49ers injuries this week including Nick Bosa, Mac Jones, and Brock Purdy. Listen to our 2nd 49ers podcast of the week as we break down the tr...
Nick Bosa's ACL Tear: What Does This Mean????
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 49ers just released the news that Nick Bosa tore his ACL. With a history of multiple ACL tears, what does this mean for him in terms of surgery, ...
Physical Therapy Myths: Breaking it Down with Dr Danny Keller
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What are some common myths about physical therapy? Listen to our latest podcast as we sit down with our UCSF physical therapist, Dr Danny Keller.
BPC-157: What Is The Science Behind It?
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to our latest podcast as we break down the science of the use of BPC-157 in sports medicine (aka the Wolverine Peptide)
49ers Injury Update
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The NFL season is coming up! Listen to our latest podcast as we review the 49ers injuries heading into the season.
Why Does Physical Therapy Work in Treating Sports Injuries?
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to our latest podcast as Brian Feeley sits down with our superstar physical therapist, Danny Keller, as they discuss why physical therapy works...
Injury Prevention, Load Management, and Overuse...Does It Apply For Everyone?
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With school sports starting up and people gearing up for fall sporting endeavors, it's important to understand the role of injury prevention, load man...
Treating Shoulder Impingement
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What is shoulder impingement and how do you treat it? Listen to Dr Brian Feeley break it all down.
The UCSF Sports Medicine Fellowship: Another Year!
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What exactly is a fellow? What is life like as a sports medicine fellow at UCSF? What kind of training do they get? Listen to our latest podcast as...
When Do You Fix An AC Joint Injury?
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What is an AC joint injury? Do you ever need to fix it? Listen to our latest podcast as Dr Brian Feeley and Dr Drew Lansdown break down treatment of t...
ACL Graft Size: Does It Matter?
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to our latest podcast as Dr Brian Feeley breaks down a recent paper examining graft size in ACL surgery
What Do Program Directors Really Want? Breaking Down the Application Process
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you applying for orthopedic residency? How do you put together the best application? Who do you ask for a letter of recommendation? Listen to o...
Break Down The Myths Behind Running
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you an experienced runner or simply starting out as a beginner? Listen to our latest podcast as we break down all aspects of running including inj...
Behind the Manuscript: What Editors Look For (with Dr. Jed Kuhn)
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What are the challenges of publishing in an academic medical journal? What does an editor look for in a paper? How can you take part in meaningful res...
How To Excel as a Rotating Medical Student
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to our latest podcast as Dr Brian Feeley and Dr Drew Lansdown break down how to excel as a rotating medical student.
What Makes a Good Surgeon?
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What makes a good surgeon? Listen to Dr Brian Feeley and Dr Nirav Pandya as they take a deep dive into the complexities of what allows surgeons to ex...
Orthopedic Hand Surgery: A Discussion with Dr. Lauren Shapiro
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Interested in hand injuries? What does a hand surgeon treat? Listen to our latest podcast as we sit down with Dr. Lauren Shapiro of the UCSF Departme...
Excelling During Your Orthopedic Sub-Internship Rotation
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a medical student interested in going into orthopedic surgery? One of the critical parts of the application process is excelling on your sub-i...
Breaking Down Hamstring Injuries With the Stephen Curry News
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to our latest "emergency" podcast as Dr Brian Feeley and Dr Nirav Pandya break down hamstring injuries and recovery with the news of Stephen Cu...
Can ACL Surgery Prevent Arthritis?
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to our latest podcast as we break down a recent paper in the American Journal of Sports Medicine looking at the interplay between ACL reconstru...
Jimmy Butler's Return and the NFL Draft
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to our latest podcast as we break down Jimmy Butler's return, Damian Lillard's Achilles tear, and the 49ers draft.
NBA Play In Tournament Injury Update: Warriors and More
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The NBA Play In Tournament begins this week. The Golden State Warriors play the Memphis Grizzlies tomorrow with some lingering injury concerns. Listen...
Rotator Cuff Repair: Why It Works, Why It Fails, and Where We're Headed
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Six to Eight Weeks, Dr. Drew Lansdown and Dr. Brian Feeley break down what’s new in rotator cuff repair surgery. From surgical te...
Clavicle Injuries: What Is Actually Going On?
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From weekend warriors on the slopes to NFL players taking hard hits, collarbones take a beating. But not all clavicle injuries are the same. Some requ...
NBA Injury Updates: Wembanyama, Embiid, and Suggs
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lots of NBA injury news this past week with Wembanyama's blood clot, complex surgical options being discussed for Joel Embiid, and a loose cartilage f...
Youth Sports: Where Are We Now? An Analysis of The Most Recent Data
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to Dr. Nirav Pandya's talk at UCSF Grand Rounds as he comprehensively discusses the current state of youth sports from injury risk to the impac...
NBA Load Management, Early Specialization, and Injury Risk: What the Data Really Says
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Six to Eight Weeks: Perspectives on Sports Medicine, Dr. Drew Lansdown sits down with Dr. Nirav Pandya and Dr. Brian Feeley to disc...
Breaking Down Jimmy Butler to the Warriors from a Health Perspective
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Huge move for the Warriors with Jimmy Butler coming over before the NBA trade deadline. Listen to our latest podcast as we break down what it means fr...
Navigating Injuries, Load Management, and Youth Development in the NBA
02 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Six to Eight Weeks: Perspectives on Sports Medicine, we discuss what it would look like if the NBA and collegiate basketball had an...
Recovering From Surgery
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, Dr. Feeley sits down with Danny Keller, a physical therapist and frequent guest, to discuss a topic that resonates with many...
Return to Sports After Injury
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Dr. Feeley and Danny Keller, a seasoned physical therapist, tackle the critical topic of returning to sports after injury. Whether it’s s...
End of 49ers Season Wrap Up
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been a tough weekend for Bay Area sports fans—the Warriors faced a tough loss to the Kings, and the 49ers’ season ended on a disappointing ...
Why & When We Use Imaging In Sports Medicine
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we tackle a topic on many patients' minds: medical imaging. From x-rays to MRIs, CT scans, and ultrasounds, imaging plays a vi...
Breaking Down QB Shoulder Injuries
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, Dr. Brian Feeley and Dr. Drew Lansdown tackle one of the most talked-about topics in professional football: quarterback shou...
A Deep Dive Into Residency Interviews
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re diving into the nerve-wracking yet pivotal experience of residency interviews, focusing on orthopedic surgery. Joining us is our ve...
Mentorship in Orthopedics: A Conversation with Dr. Aiyer
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to our latest episode as we sit down with Dr. Amiethab Aiyer from Johns Hopkins University who has built an incredible reputation, not only as ...
From Childhood Accidents to Cutting-Edge Pain Management: An Interview with Dr. Schmidt
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our latest podcast, we bring in a leading expert on pain, Dr. William Schmidt. He is an expert on pain and has worked over the past three decades i...
NBA Preview: How Will Injuries, Past and Present, Impact the Warriors and More...
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The NBA regular season is starting! Listen to our latest podcast as we break down how injuries may impact the Warriors this season as well as some bon...
When Do You Need To Worry About Limb Alignment? A Conversation With Dr. Jaclyn Hill
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When do you need to worry about your limb alignment? Can surgeons shorten or lengthen limbs? What exactly is an osteotomy? Listen to our latest podcas...
The Complex Patellofemoral Joint: A Discussion With World Expert Dr John Fulkerson
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have patellofemoral joint pain? Have you suffered from patellar instability? Listen to our latest podcast as we sit down with Dr. John Fulkerso...
Concussions in Football: Where Are We Now? A Talk with Dr Chris Nowinski
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Concussions continue to be a problem in all levels of football. Listen to our latest podcast as we sit down with Dr. Chris Nowinski from the Concussio...
Achilles Tendonitis: What Are We Dealing With???
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of UCSF's sports medicine podcast Six to Eight Weeks, Dr. Nirav Pandya, Dr. Brian Feeley, and Dr. Drew Lansdown sit down with Dr. Dan ...
Into the Blue Tent
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happens during NFL games inside the "Blue Tent" ? Listen to our latest podcast as Dr Brian Feeley and Dr Drew Lansdown take you behind the scene...
MD vs DO: Perspectives on the Differences with Dr. Andrew Gatto
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Brian Feeley and Dr. Drew Lansdown are joined this week by UC San Francisco Orthopaedic Surgery resident Dr. Andrew Gatto to discuss differences b...
NFL Injury Update: Key Injury Questions Heading Into The Season
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The NFL regular season is getting ready to kick-off. Listen to our latest podcast as we break down the science behind the injuries to Aaron Rodgers, ...
Shoulder Arthritis: When Is It Time To Think About A Shoulder Replacement?
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shoulder arthritis impacts many individuals as they age. What are the options for treatment? What is a shoulder replacement and how can it be done? Li...
Do Biologics Cure Your Aching Body?
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to Dr Brian Feeley as he discussed the role of PRP and stems cells in treating the aging athlete.
Myths in Sports Medicine
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are many myths that exist about sports medicine. Is meniscus surgery bad? Do braces work to prevent injury? Is turf better than grass? Does tap...
What to Add to an ACL Reconstruction to Make it Better: Lateral Sided Procedures
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ACL reconstruction surgery has been highly successful in returning athletes to sport yet there more options for preventing graft re-tear. Listen to o...
Breaking Down The Science of Shoulder Instability and the "Remplissage"
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have questions about shoulder instability? What is a remplissage? Listen to our latest podcast as Dr. Brian Feeley and Dr. Nirav Pandya analyze...
The 2024 Summer Olympics: A Sports Medicine Preview
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the greatest athletes in the world descend on Paris, France, for the Summer games, there are a multitude of Sports Medicine considerations. Join or...
Early Sports Specialization: It's Hurting Youth Athletes
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With youth sports culture increasingly dominated by private pay to play entities, children are specializing in a single sport at younger and younger a...
Hearing from The Fellows in Fellowship – 2024
06 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Few things offer better insight and validation than testimony from the next generation you're helping to learn, grow and craft the future of your prof...
Patellas and Hamstrings and Quads, Oh My! Which ACL Graft is Best for You?
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Human tissue is amazing. To think that a section of it can be harvested - whether it be your own or from another source, to change the future movement...
OCD Lesions – Lessons from 3 Surgeons
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
OCD Lesions are unique injuries to both cartilage and bone and not only occur in adults, but also often occur in the bodies of today's youth. It's tim...
Emily Oster – A Discussion on Running, Statistics, and Unseen Labor in the Workforce
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Running, economics and crafting a valuable homefront are all incredibly detailed efforts. Many of us try to make great strides within these efforts, b...
When the Shoulder Fails: Understanding Labral Tears and Sports Recovery
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
While many people are familiar with meniscus injuries and ACL tears, when they hear they've injured their labrum - the question marks pop up a'plenty....
Are There Too Many Pitching Injuries in Major League Baseball Right Now?
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It used to be that pitchers in Major League Baseball (MLB) not only pitched for many if not all innings in a game - but for far longer periods of time...
Pulling Back The Curtain: How Surgeons Prepare for Your Visit & Surgery
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Surgery can be tremendously stressful - unless you are familiar with what happens before you get there. There's finally a compiled listing of events, ...
Chris Ballard: Exploring the World of Sports Journalism with a Plunge Into Cold Water Swimming
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The dreaded Cold Ice Plunge only lasts for a few minutes, but - what happens to the human body, and mind - when it comes to elongated stays inside of ...
Is Your Blood The Fountain of Youth?
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Athletes, both professional and every-day, are playing far-longer than they have in recent decades. The hope to find something special to extend perfo...
Pablo Torre Shares Perspective On Sports Journalism and More
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learn all about Pablo Torre's journey in sports journalism / media and some insight into his story from several years ago about Stephen Curry's ankles...
NBA Off-Season: Breaking Down the Health of Potential Options for the Warriors
29 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The NBA Off-Season is in full swing and there is a lot of chatter about new (and old!) players who may play for the Warriors next season. One of the c...
NBA Finals Preview: How Will Injuries and Age Impact The Series?
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the NBA Finals starting this week how will injuries impact the series? Listen to our latest podcast as we break down how calf injuries, concussio...
Nick Colyvas and Meniscus Repairs
27 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Detailed Shownotes for This Episode of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast:— Connect with Dr. Nick Colyvas: On X — On the Web — On LinkedIn— What is a M...
Everything You Want to Know About Biking
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Detailed Shownotes for This Episode of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast:-- Connect with Dr. David Ferguson: https://www.instagram.com/dr_dferguson-- Learn All Ab...
Unlocking Weight Management: Insights from Dr. Diana Thiara, MD
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Detailed Shownotes for This Episode of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast: -- Learn All About The UCSF Weight Management Program: https://www.ucsfhealth.org/cl...
Preparing for Ski Season: How Can You Avoid Injury?
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Detailed Shownotes for This Episode of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast:-- What is Skiing? https://www.adventurenation.com/activity/skiing-- What is Snowboar...
How to Excel In Your Residency Interview
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Detailed Shownotes for This Episode of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast: -- Choosing Where to Apply for Residency: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDJfYbr1l1...
You're Going to Put What WHERE?
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Detailed Shownotes for This Episode of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast:-- Who is Aaron Rodgers? https://www.foxsports.com/nfl/aaron-rodgers-player-- Who is ...
Load Management
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Detailed Shownotes for This Episode of The 6 to 8 Weeks Podcast:-- What is the NBA? https://psf.app/nba/the-history-of-the-nba-- What is Load Manageme...
When are Steroid Injections Safe?
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Detailed Shownotes for This Episode of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast:-- What is Knee Arthritis? https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases...
Sai Tummala Talks Basketball, Becoming a Doctor & More...
14 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Detailed Shownotes for This Episode of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast:-- Who is Sai Tammala: https://uhalumni.org/system/story/qa-with-sai-tummala-m.d.-- Mayo ...
Starting a New Orthopedic Surgery Residency with Jai Iyengar, MD
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
======= Detailed Shownotes for This Episode of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast:-- What is the Shoulder? https://www.verywellhealth.com/shoulder-anatomy-2549240-...
How to Excel at Being a Sub-Intern
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
======= Detailed Shownotes for This Episode of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast:-- What is a Sub-Intern (Often Called a "Sub-I" in this Program)? https://en.wiki...
Choosing Where to Apply for Residency
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Detailed Shownotes for This Episode of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast:-- What is a Medical Student? https://www.lawinsider.com/dictionary/medical-student--...
Shohei Ohtani: What His Second UCL Injury Means
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Detailed Shownotes for This Episode of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast:-- Who Is Shohei Ohtani? https://www.mlb.com/player/shohei-ohtani-660271-- What is the To...
Get Up Off That Pelvic Floor - A Focus on Pelvic Health
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
— Connect with Physical Therapist Jennifer Kinder: On the Web: https://ptrehab.ucsf.edu/content/jennifer-kinder-pt-ms-dptsc -- What Does It Mean to...
Meniscus Tears - When Should You Worry?
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Detailed Shownotes from This Episode of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast - Perspectives on Sports Medicine: -- What is a Sea Urchin? https://planktonchronicles....
NFL Training Camp Injuries Report - July 2023: The 6-8 Weeks Podcast
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Detailed Shownotes from This Episode of The 6-8 Weeks Podcast - Perspectives on Sports Medicine:-- Learn All About the San Francisco 49ers: https://ww...
Episode 108: Breaking Down Chris Paul to the Warriors
24 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many Golden State Warriors fans are concerned about Chris Paul's injury history. Listen to our latest podcast as we break down what has been reported ...
Episode 107: Chatting with Dr John Shields
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listen as Dr Brian Feeley sits down to talk with Dr. John Shields, an adult arthroplasty surgeon at Wake Forest Baptist / Atrium Health.
Episode 106: The NFL Draft Injury Podcast: Should Your Team Be Worried?
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr Brian Feeley and Dr Drew Lansdown as the discuss the history behind the NFL combine, assessing injury risk, and which injuries are high risk i...
Episode 105: NBA Injury Breakdown - A Wild Playoff Weekend
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An action packed weekend of NBA playoff basketball unfortunately ended with injuries to multiple stars including Jordan Poole, Giannis, Ja Morant, an...
Episode 104: Is Aging an Inevitable Clock with Dr Andrew Brack
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Brack PhD (@bracklab) joins 6 to 8 Weeks to discuss aging, how to combat it with drugs, cold baths, and exercise, and what some of the data aro...
Episode 103: The Front of the Knee
08 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Drew Lansdown MD joins Brian Feeley MD to talk about the diagnosis and treatment options for anterior knee pain. Learn how to exercise to decrease kn...
Episode 102: Let's go running! It IS safe for your knees!
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Hartwell, MD and ultramarathoner joins Brian Feeley, MD and Drew Lansdown, MD to discuss running, his recent research on whether it is safe to ru...
Episode 101: Catching Up With Bay Area Softball Legend - Buzz Sorensen
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brian Feeley, MD and Nirav Pandya, MD, as they talk to Buzz Sorensen, legendary St. Ignatius High School (San Francisco) softball coach about hi...