Today's Top 20 Stories
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4 orthopedic surgeons rejoining former employers
As orthopedic and spine specialists seek new job opportunities within the field, some return to former employers after tiring of private practice, relocating or coming out of retirement. -
Stryker expands Prophecy surgical planning system
Stryker has launched an expansion of its Prophecy surgical planning system, Prophecy Footprint, that aims to offer surgeons comprehensive planning for the entire foot. -
Dr. Mark Kelley rejoins Michigan hospital
Orthopedic surgeon Mark Kelley, MD, has rejoined Laurium, Mich.-based Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital & Clinics, according to a Jan. 31 report from the Iron County Reporter.
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Cervical disc replacement company gets $30M financing
Synergy Spine Solutions, which focuses on cervical disc replacement devices, closed $30 million in series A financing. -
Orthopedic Care Partners affiliates with Palm Beach Hand to Shoulder
Orthopedic Care Partners affiliated with Palm Beach Hand to Shoulder in Palm Beach, Fla., according to a Jan. 31 news release. -
Campbell Clinic adds 2 orthopedic physicians
Memphis, Tenn.-based Campbell Clinic added two orthopedic physicians — Stephanie Chen, MD, and Kristina Quirolgico, MD. -
Augmedics CEO exits, interim leadership named
Kevin Hykes stepped down as president and CEO of Augmedics, the company said Jan. 31.
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Ozempic could be good for orthopedic surgeons, but experts warn to proceed with caution
While the sudden popularity of GLP-1 receptor agonists such as Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss is sparking discussion among physicians, it could have positive effects on the orthopedic and spine industry. -
Stryker's Q4, 2023 sales grow: 5 notes
Stryker on Jan. 30 posted fourth quarter and full year revenue gains in 2023. -
Dr. Neal ElAttrache operates on Minnesota Vikings player
Neal ElAttrache, MD, performed knee surgery on T.J. Hockenson, a tight end for the Minnesota Vikings. -
SI-Bone gets clearance for smaller version of spine implant
SI-Bone earned FDA 510(k) clearance of the iFuse Bedrock Granite implant system in a smaller diameter, according to a Jan. 30 news release.
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Orthopedic leaders stepping down in 2024
Becker's has reported on seven orthopedic surgeons and leaders who have retired from their posts or announced retirement plans since late last year. -
Frye Regional Medical Center adds robot for minimally invasive spine surgery
Hickory, N.C.-based Frye Regional Medical Center marked its first robot-assisted minimally invasive spine surgery, WHKY reported Jan. 30. -
Elon Musk's dive into neurology: A timeline
In 2016, businessman and billionaire investor Elon Musk launched Neuralink, a controversial brain implant startup that could have an impact on spine and neurology patients. -
The best orthopedic hospitals in the 3 largest US cities
Healthgrades has released its annual list of the top specialty orthopedic hospitals by state, including several facilities in the U.S.' three largest cities: New York City, Los Angeles and Chicago. -
Attorney General Merrick Garland to undergo minimally invasive spine surgery
U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland is set to undergo minimally invasive spine surgery over the weekend, according to a Jan. 29 report from Politico. -
Some spine surgeons change tune on navigation, robotics
The development of spine robots and navigation comes with the promise of improved precision and efficiency, beneficial to the surgeon and patient. Although the worry of overreliance looms, some spine surgeons remain optimistic about the technology's advantages. -
First human patient to get Neuralink implant recovering well: Elon Musk
Elon Musk's brain chip company, Neuralink, completed the first implant in a human. -
Why Dr. Nicholas Grosso wants to approach payers as equals
Nicholas Grosso, MD, said he hopes the physician-payer relationship can evolve to be more cooperative than adversarial. The mindset is one of the tools that he hopes will strengthen The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics. -
Orthopedic surgeons among oldest physician specialists
While the average age of practicing physicians in the U.S. is 53.9, the average practicing orthopedic surgeon is 56, according to a 2023 report from Definitive Healthcare.
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