Publications by authors named "T H Shehade"
Article Synopsis
- * A search revealed 43 trials focusing on MSC injections for osteoarthritis, primarily targeting the knee, with most using adipose tissue as the MSC source; 97.7% of trials reported clinical improvement in patients.
- * Despite positive outcomes from these trials, inconsistencies exist regarding their reliability, highlighting the need for standardized treatment protocols and thorough evaluation methods to better assess MSC injections' effectiveness in treating osteoarthritis.
Background: This study aims to provide insight regarding the different qualities of international medical graduates (IMGs) involved in US orthopedic residency programs.
Methods: Orthopedic residency programs accredited by the ACGME and listed in the AMA database were screened. Data on program size and location, IMG year of training, the geographic region of IMG's medical schools, their research experiences and number of gap years were included.