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News & Analysis
March 15, 2011  

1. AAOS President Dr. Daniel Berry: 4 Thoughts on the Future. Link

2. 3 Tips for Transparency in Orthopedic Practices. Link

3. UCLA Medical Center Surgeons Perform Hand Transplant. Link

4. Register today for the 9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine and Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference - Improving Profitability and Business and Legal Issues (June 9-11, Chicago). To register for the conference or learn more, Link or call (703) 836-5904. See below for additional information.

 

We encourage companies, hospitals and practices to hold their team and company meetings in conjunction with the Annual Meeting and we provide substantial discounts in registration to encourage this. If you are interested in this or would like additional information, please contact Jessica Cole at jessica@beckersasc.com.


5. 5 Ways to Lower Orthopedic Cost Per Case
. Link

6. 6 Questions Workers' Comp Programs Ask Orthopedic Surgeons
. Link  

7. Brewers Team Physician Dr. William Raasch Works With Pitcher Zack Greinke to Heal Cracked Rib. Link 

 

8. Tornier Introduces 4 New Orthopedic Products. Link 

 
9. NuVasive Reports 4Q Revenue of $129.3M, 20.9% Increase
. Link
 
10. Study: Achilles Tendinopathy Can Heal With Exercise Alone.
Link


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