The Environmental Impact of Orthopaedic Surgery
Jason R. Saleh, Allison R. Mitchell, Stephanie T. Kha, Rachel E. Outterson, Aiden Choi, Lamara Allen, Tony H. Chang, Amy L. Ladd, Stuart B. Goodman, Paige M. Fox, Loretta B. Chou
Abstract
➤: There are a growing number of opportunities within the field of orthopaedic surgery to address climate change and investigate ways to promote sustainability. ➤: Orthopaedic surgeons can take a proactive role in addressing climate change and its impacts within the areas of operating-room waste, carbon emissions from transportation and implant manufacturing, anesthetic gases, and water usage. ➤: Future studies are needed to further these initiatives on quantifying and decreasing environmental impact and furthering sustainable use of our resources.
Topics & Concepts
SustainabilityClimate changeEnvironmental impact assessmentGreenhouse gasEnvironmental planningEnvironmental scienceBusinessEnvironmental resource managementMedicinePolitical scienceLawEcologyBiologyClimate Change and Health ImpactsHealthcare cost, quality, practices