1. Spine Surgery in 2011 and Beyond: 7 Points About the Future of Spine Surgery.   

 
2. Minimally Invasive or Open Surgery: Rush's Dr. Kern Singh on His Study to Compare Procedures.

3. Improving Scoliosis Treatment: Q&A With Vincent Arlet, Developer of Scolisoft Database.
 

4. Becker's Orthopedic & Spine Review is currently compiling its annual list of 100 of the Best Spine Surgeons in America. If you would like to suggest a spine surgeon for consideration, please contact Scott Becker at sbecker@mcguirewoods.com or Molly Gamble at molly@beckersasc.com.

5. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush Prevails in Whistle-Blower Lawsuit--Case Dismissed By Federal Judge. 

6. The Bonati Spine Institute in Florida Celebrates 25th Anniversary.

7. Study: Using BBP During Spinal Fusion Could Increase BMP to the Surgical Site.

8. The Jan./Feb. issue of Becker's Orthopedic & Spine Review will include our annual list of 50 Great Knee Surgeons and will include special sections on sports medicine, spine and orthopedic devices. To advertise in the issue or sponsor an executive briefing, please contact Jessica Cole at jessica@beckersasc.com. 

9. Study: In-Hospital Death More Likely for Revision Spine Surgery Patients.  

 

10. Spine Surgeon of the Week: Todd J. Albert of Philadelphia's Rothman Institute.

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