A little while ago, I had the opportunity to spend some time in the operating room (theatre) of one of the world's most experienced and technically skilful hip arthroscopists. How I wish I had made the effort to visit this surgeon earlier in my career and how I regret that there are still so many surgeons I have failed to visit. Every surgeon who has allowed me into their operating room has shown me something that has enhanced my practice and learning to execute their manoeuvres always adds to the pleasure of surgical practice.
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