1. Where Orthopedic Surgeons Fit in ACOs: 3 Experts Weigh-In.        

2. What Are the Biggest Opportunities and Threats to Orthopedics and Spine? Less Than 20 Spots Remain for 19th Annual ASC Conference. Join us Oct. 25-27 in Chicago for the 19th Annual ASC Conference where Scott Becker and a panel of experts discuss the future of orthopedics and spine. Panel members include Carl Balog, MD, Stephen J. Dresnick, MD, president of Internal fixation Systems, Robert S. Bray, Jr., MD, of D.I.S.C. Sports & Spine. Click here to learn more about this and other great sessions!      

3. Has Physician Income Stagnated Over the Past 3 Years? 24 Statistics.      

4. Report: 17 Easiest EHR to Use. 

 

5. Total Knee Replacement Up 161% Over 20 Years. 

6. Stryker Names Kevin Lobo President, CEO. 

7. Hospitals 2013: 10 Key Issues; Physician Alignment; The Changing Financial Situation; Can Hospitals Remain Independent and More. This webinar features Scott Becker, publisher of Becker's Hospital Review, who will discuss 10 key issues affecting hospitals in 2013. Thursday, Oct. 18, 1:15 PM-2:15 PM CDT. To learn more or register,  .     

8. 7 Orthopedic Surgeries for Professional Athletes.   

9. Per Capita Healthcare Spending Grows 4.6%, Driven by Price Hikes.    

10. The Becker's Hospital Review Annual Meeting will be held May 9-11, 2013 in Chicago.  We are seeking to add several sessions on the intersections of hospitals and orthopedics and spine.  If you have suggestions for speakers or panelists, please e-mail sbecker@beckershealthcare.com.