A successful surgery doesn’t begin in the operating room—it begins months before.

In this episode of Bad to the Bones, Debbie Rody sits down with Dr. Adam Zucconi of Premier Orthopaedic Associates to explore the often-overlooked factors that influence surgical outcomes.

From physical conditioning and nutrition to sleep, inflammation, and mindset, this conversation highlights how patients can take an active role in preparing their bodies for surgery and recovery.

If you’re planning for surgery—or want to better understand how your health impacts healing—this episode is a must-listen.

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Pain is real—but what if you had more control over it than you think?

In this episode of Bad to the Bones, Debbie Rody sits down with Chiara Mariani, MD, FAAPMR from Premier Orthopaedic Associates to discuss Empowered Relief™ an evidence-based Stanford-owned innovation created by Beth Darnall, PhD.

This conversation explores how pain is processed in the brain, how stress and mindset influence pain, and how simple, practical tools can help retrain your nervous system for long-term relief.

You’ll learn how techniques like relaxation, reframing your thoughts, and self-soothing strategies can help reduce pain intensity and improve your overall quality of life.

📍 Website: https://www.poasnj.com/patient-resources/empowered-relief-seminars/

📞 Phone: 856.690.1616

In this episode of Bad to the Bones, Debbie Rody speaks with Dr. Rahul Shah of Premier Orthopaedic Associates about what it takes to deliver world-class spine care.

The conversation explores the balance of technical skill, clinical judgment, and patient-centered decision-making that defines excellence in spine surgery.

Listeners will gain insight into how experienced spine surgeons evaluate patients, determine treatment plans, and achieve successful outcomes.

📍 Website: poasnj.com 📞 Phone: (856) 690-1616