We can't get enough of the OR vibes. Step inside the operating room with us as we share what daily life really looks like behind the sterile drapes. From the little rituals that set the tone for a smooth case, to the pet peeves that can throw off the flow, we’re covering it all. We’ll talk about what’s playing through the speakers , the things that make a surgery day go well, and swap some of our favorite OR stories. Whether you’re a provider, student, or just curious what happens in the hidden world of the OR, this episode gives you a candid look at the quirks, chaos, and moments that keep us coming back.

👟💉 Ever wonder what it’s really like to walk a week in the life of an ortho PA?

In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of our daily grind—early mornings, packed OR schedules, clinic chaos, and the small moments that keep us going. From scrubbing in to scrubbing out, we share the highs, lows, and everything in between.

Whether you’re a pre-PA student, a fellow healthcare provider, or just curious what life looks like in scrubs, this one’s for you.

🎙️ Tune in for real talk, a few laughs, and some honest reflections.

Episode 2 – The Team Player 🎧
Being a PA means more than diagnosing, treating, and assisting in the OR — it’s about building trust, fostering collaboration, and making the team stronger for both patients and providers.

In this episode, we pull back the curtain on what it really takes to be a team player in medicine:

• How to create genuine connections with patients and earn their trust
• The keys to a strong PA/Doctor partnership
• Real stories of teamwork in action (and lessons learned along the way)

Whether you’re a PA student, a new grad, or just curious about how the provider team works behind the scenes, this episode is packed with insight, humor, and honest advice from our own experiences in orthopedics and sports medicine.

🎙 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!

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Welcome to the very first episode of Joint Effort PAs – a podcast by two female orthopedic surgery PAs bringing real talk, relatable experiences, and practical insights from inside the world of medicine.

In this intro episode, we’re pulling back the curtain to share who we are, how we ended up in ortho, what our day-to-day looks like, and what inspired us to start this podcast. We’ll talk about:

• Our backgrounds and career paths
• The highs and lows of orthopedic surgery PA life
• What we’re passionate about professionally (and personally)
• What you can expect from future episodes — from PA school and career tips, to finances, specialty pros/cons, interprofessional dynamics, and more

Whether you're a current or aspiring PA, a fellow healthcare pro, or just curious about life in scrubs, we’re glad you’re here. This is where we keep it honest, educational, and a little bit fun.

Follow along and let’s make it a joint effort.