1. 101 Hospitals With Great Spine and Neurosurgery Programs.              

3. 7 Top Concerns for Spine Surgeons in 2012. 

2. Challenges and Opportunities in Complex Spinal Correction: Q&A With Dr. Krzysztof Siemionow of Illinois Bone & Joint Institute.                            

4. Spine Surgeons: Would you consider using robots in the OR if cost wasn't an obstacle? 

Dr. William Tobler (Calif.): I would consider using a robotic system if I was convinced that it could be easily integrated into the operating room environment at an affordable cost. 

Dr. Dennis Crandall (Ariz.): Because of the precise tension or retraction tolerated on neural structures, I would be very hesitant to allow a robot to do that. 

Dr. Brian Subach (Va.): Absolutely, yes! 

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5. Free Webinar: Will My ACO be Successful? Ensuring Profitable ACO Reimbursement Through Contract Value Analysis, Alternate Funding Methods (Jan. 31, 10a.m.-11a.m. CST). To learn more and register,     

6. NASS Releases 2012 Codebook for Comprehensive Care.    

7. Dr. Morgan Lorio to Chair ISASS Coding & Reimbursement Task Force.        

8. Medtronic Receives FDA Clearance for Surgical Spine Device.         

9. Life Spine Reports 29% Revenue Growth in 2011.

10. 11 Evolving Issues in Healthcare and Business.