Non-syndromic Craniosynostosis review and pearls (with Dr. Michael Markiewicz)

As a surgeon, you can never stop learning, and being able to diagnose and treat non-syndromic craniosynostosis is a skill you want to have as an oral surgeon! Today we are welcoming Dr. Michael Markiewicz back to the show to talk to us about this deformity. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about how to diagnose craniosynostosis, what causes it, the different forms of the deformity, and why doctors should not delay diagnosis. We also discuss what Dr. Markiewicz presents to his patients as solutions, how virtual planning assists in surgery, when and how a helmet is used, and the specific incision Dr. Markiewicz likes to use in non-syndromic craniosynostosis surgery. Finally, our guest also delves into his background before encouraging surgeons to do fellowships, seek mentorship, and never stop learning! To hear all about this unique and potentially controversial surgery from our phenomenal guest, tune in now!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Introducing today’s guest, Dr. Michael Markiewicz.
• Dr. Markiewicz explains the process of diagnosing craniosynostosis. 
• What causes non-syndromic craniosynostosis and why we don’t have the exact reason. 
• Dr. Markiewicz tells us what the most common forms of craniosynostosis are. 
• Dr. Markiewicz explains the risks of these surgeries.
• Why surgeons look for papilledema and why it is an emergency. 
• The importance of avoiding delaying diagnosis. 
• Dr. Markiewicz shares the possible solutions he offers patients diagnosed with this condition. 
• How virtual planning assists in surgery by making it more predictable and safer. 
• The gaps Dr. Markiewicz leaves for growth in pediatric patients and when a helmet is needed. 
• Dr. Markiewicz explains how the helmet works and how progress is measured. 
• The most common ways these issues are diagnosed. 
• The type of incision Dr. Markiewicz uses during these surgeries. 
• A brief overview of Dr. Markiewicz’s professional background. 
• Why he thinks craniofacial surgery is so controversial. 
• Why doing a fellowship is beneficial and the importance of mentorship. 

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Dr. Michael Markiewicz — https://www.michaelmarkiewiczddsmd.com/

Dr. Michael Markiewicz on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-markiewicz-dds-md-mph-facs-04b02821/

Dr. Michael Markiewicz on Twitter — https://twitter.com/mrmarkiewiczmd

Dr. Michael Markiewicz on Faceboook — https://www.facebook.com/drmichaelmarkiewiczmddds

Dr. Michael Markiewicz on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/drmichaelmarkiewiczmddds/?hl=en

Dr. Michael Markiewicz Email Address — mrm25@buffalo.edu

Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ 

Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ 

Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/

Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.com

Dr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

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