---
title: 'A passion for improvement: Optimizing the musculoskeletal care pathway by providing the right care at the right time'
type: 'episode'
url: 'https://doc.social/episodes/a-passion-for-improvement-optimizing-the-musculoskeletal-care-pathway-by-providing-the-right-care-at-the-right-time'
show: 'Health City Podcast'
show_url: 'https://doc.social/podcasts/health-city-podcast'
published: '2023-03-08'
audio: 'https://healthcitypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/HCP-32.mp3'
---

# A passion for improvement: Optimizing the musculoskeletal care pathway by providing the right care at the right time

Today’s guest is the Chief Medical Officer of Sword Health, Dr. Vijay Yanamadala. Dr. Yanamadala is a neurosurgeon and healthcare expert leading the MSK sector forward. In our conversation we discuss: His background and how he got into the healthcare f...

## Summary

Today’s guest is the Chief Medical Officer of Sword Health, Dr. Vijay Yanamadala. Dr. Yanamadala is a neurosurgeon and healthcare expert leading the MSK sector forward.

In our conversation we discuss:

- His background and how he got into the healthcare field

- What drove his interest in neurosurgery/spine surgery

- The state of the MSK industry

- How physical therapy plays a vital role in our population’s health

- His top recommendations for other leaders in the field