The Life and Legacy of Professor John Keating: Orthohub Stories.

Join us for this special LIVE edition of the Orthohub STORIES podcast, where we dive deep into the life and legacy of a titan in British Orthopaedics, Professor John Keating.
Recorded at the annual BOTA 2023 Congress our hosts Kash Akhtar and Peter Bates, unravel the captivating four-decade-long journey of John Keating, international man of mystery...
Highlights of the Episode:
A Trailblazer's Tale: Discover the impressive career of John Keating, a figure who has shaped the landscape of orthopaedics in Britain. Delving into his early days in Dublin, Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Vancouver (and briefly even in London it transpires!) , we explore the origins of his illustrious career.
Behind the Surgical Mask: Get an insider’s look into the Edinburgh Trauma Unit, at the time a revolutionary concept in specialised trauma care. Understand the challenges and triumphs faced in setting up such an innovative unit.
Evolving Art of Knee Surgery: John sheds light on the evolution of knee surgery over the years, discussing new techniques, his approach to the ever-changing landscape of orthopaedic surgery, and sharing his own personal preferences and techniques in the operating room.
Reflections and Revelations: From discussing operations he misses to those he's glad are in the past, John provides a unique glimpse into his surgical repertoire and preferences.
Wisdom for the Future: In a candid segment, John offers invaluable advice for upcoming surgeons and reflects on how training and practice have evolved over the years, providing a rare perspective that only decades of experience can offer.
The Unseen Side: Known for his directness and academic rigour, John's colleagues share personal anecdotes, revealing the multifaceted personality of this respected surgeon.
Why You Should NOT Miss This Episode:
Whether you’re a budding medical professional, an experienced surgeon, or simply a curious mind, this episode is a goldmine of insights, humour, and heartfelt stories. It's not just about the evolution of orthopaedic surgery; it’s about the journey of a man who has dedicated his life to advancing the field and impacting countless lives.
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[@euan1234]

So happy to have found this video! Prof. Keating (or Mr. Keating as I knew him back then) was my surgeon when I suffered a comminuted fracture of my elbow on New Year's Eve 2002. He operated on me on New Years Day, and again later in the year to remove the wiring used to fuse the bones together. I remember he called it 'the worst elbow injury he had seen in Edinburgh'. And yet, 21 years later I have no pain and I can still play golf / squash / train in the gym. From my perspective, he is indeed a titan in Orthopaedics. Thank you!

[@sedhom01]

About working in Ireland , I worked in same hospital our lady's hospital for sick children in crumbling 1995 and told them never disturb the boss . On my first on call got type 3 suoracondylar fracture I could not disturb my boss Frank Dowding so I call my senior registrar who has just move out of hospital to give me a hand. Also another on call was SHO coving ortho and got a child RTA with C1C2 dislocation with brain dead need consent for organ but my boss ossie Forgarity was drunk and attending a rugby 🏉 match as doctor and was drinking and asked not to disturb him . Was fun