From: Scott Becker <sbecker@beckershealthcare.com>
Subject: [Becker's Orthopedic & Spine Review ] Orthopedic, Neurosurgeon 2010 Comp Rose 8% | OrthoCarolina, NorthEast Orthopedic Merge | Hear Drs. Brian Cole, David Raab, Jeff Visotsky, John Caruso, Ken Pettine & James Lynch at the 9th Orthopedic, Spine and Pain ASC Conf - Reg. Today! |
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News & Analysis

April 7, 2011 

 

1. 6 Ways Orthopedic Practices Can Boost Word-of-Mouth Marketing.Link

 

2. Compensation Rose 8% in 2010 for Orthopedic Surgeons, Neurosurgeons. Link  

 

3. OrthoCarolina Merges With NorthEast Orthopedics. Link


4. Hear Drs. Brian Cole, David Raab, Jeff Visotsky, John Caruso, Ken Pettine & James Lynch as well as more than 20 additional leading physicians discuss outpatient orthopedics and spine -- Register Today! 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.

 

5. Wright Medical Group CEO Steps Down Without 'Good Reason.' Link

 

6. 14 Orthopedic and Spine Device Company Executive Moves. Link   

  

7. IOM Completes Study of FDA 510(k) Process, Seeks Input From Industry. Link

 

8. Low Self-Esteem Can Increase Injury Risk Among Athletes. Link

 

9. Orthopedic and Spine Device Manufacturer Stock Watch: Prices Up for Zimmer, Smith & Nephew, Medtronic Vs. Week Ago: Stryker: $59.85; Zimmer Holdings: $60.70; Smith & Nephew: $57.55; Medtronic: $39.87.  

 

10. Harrison Medical Center in Washington to Construct $19.2M Orthopedic and Spine Center. Link

 

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9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine and Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference (June 9-11; Chicago)

Hear keynote speakers including Legendary NFL Football Player and Coach Mike Ditka and Healthcare Futurist Joe Flower, and learn practical guidance to boost your ASC's profitability immediately at the 9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine and Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference: Improving Profitability and Business and Legal Issues (June 9-11; Chicago). Less than 290 registration spots remain; reserve your spot today! 

 

Highlights include:
1. 101 sessions and 134 speakers, including 25 CEOs and 30 physician leaders as speakers, focused on immediately useful guidance for orthopedic, spine and pain management surgeons who own ambulatory surgical centers

2. Keynote speakers Legendary NFL Coach Mike Ditka and Healthcare Futurist Joe Flower
3. Last year's event included 725 attendees and 65 exhibitors
4. Register before May 1 and save $100; additional discounts when registering 2 or more attendees, and for ASC Association members and paid Becker's ASC Review subscribers

5. Here are just three of the more than 100 sessions:

A. Lessons Learned - What Did I Do Right and What Might I Do Differently When Creating a Spine ASC - John Caruso, MD, Neurosurgeon, Parkway Surgery Center, Scott Gibbs, MD, Neurosurgeon, Cape Girardeau, Mo., Richard Hynes, MD, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Melbourne, Fla. 

B. Biologic Knee Replacement: the Future of Joint Replacement Surgery Using Stem Cell Paste Grafting, Meniscus Allografts, Shell Grafting and Allo and Xenograft Ligaments - Kevin R. Stone, MD, The Stone Clinic 

C. Business Planning for Orthopedic and Spine Driven Centers - Jeff Leland, CEO, Blue Chip Surgical Center Partners 

D. Successful Three Party Joint Ventures - Christian D. Ellison, Vice President, Health Inventures 

 

To sponsor or exhibit at the conference, contact Jessica Cole at jessica@beckersasc.com. 
 
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19. Access MediQuip: lharris@accessmediquip.com;
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20. Amedica:
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21. Arise Healthcare:
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22. ASC Association:
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