Feb. 1, 2012
1. 8 Top Challenges for Spine Surgeons This Year From Dr. Frank Cammisa.
2. Dr. James Heckman to Chair the Collaborative Spine Research Foundation Surgeon Board.
3. 8 Pillars of Success at Sonoran Spine Center.
4. Free Webinar: ASC-Key Strategic and Business Issues for 2012 moderated by Scott Becker and featuring Jimbo Cross, Jeff Peo and Donna Greene (Feb. 29, 1:15p.m.-2:15p.m. CST). To learn more and register, .
5. Spine Surgeons: Are there any procedures you are having trouble receiving reimbursement for?
Dr. Brian Gill (Neb.): Disc replacement procedures are still difficult to get approval for.
Dr. Paul Slosar (Calif.): Spinal fusions continue to be challenging.
Dr. Michael Gleiber (Fla.): No.
For full answers and next week's question, .
6. 10 Spine Surgeons & Specialists Focusing on Ethics.
7. University of Florida Honors Dr. Albert Rhoton for Neurosurgery Research.
8. Interventional Spine Receives Patent for Opticage Device.
9. Becker's Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management Review is working on a list of outstanding spine surgeons. If you would like to recommend a spine surgeon for our list, please e-mail the surgeon's name and CV to Laura at laura@beckershealthcare.com.
10. Dr. Warren Roberts Opens New Aspen Spine & Neurosurgery Location in Oregon.
11. Pittsburgh Insurer Will Spend $500M More to Acquire Physicians, Hospitals.
12. We are seeking two smart and interesting speakers to serve as panelists for the 10th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference. The panels are:
- Key Developments in Orthopedic and Spine Devices and Implants
- Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management Practices and ASCs-Defining Issues for the Next 5 Years
Keynote speakers for the conference include Lou Holtz, Tucker Carlson and Sam Donaldson. If you have any suggestions for members of either panel, please e-mail Scott at sbecker@beckershealthcare.com.
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