Dr. Barry Dworkin

Genicular (knee) artery embolization is helping people with mild to moderate osteoarthritis delaying the time to knee replacement surgery and improving quality of life.

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for June 24, 2026

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This emerging treatment is helping people avoid knee replacement surgery

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