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3 reasons patient positioning is crucial for orthopedic surgery in ASCs

As 85 percent of all procedures are expected to take place in the outpatient setting by 2028, it's important for ASC surgeons to carefully position patients, according to Mizuho OSI's Greg Neukirch, who wrote an article published in ASC Focus. By Angie Stewart - 4/19/19
Former Medtronic executive joins ExplORer Surgical board

ExplORer Surgical brought a former Medtronic executive onboard and closed a $5 million financing round for its workflow management and analytics platform. By Angie Stewart - 4/19/19
UCL repair with internal brace helps 92% of patients return to play — 3 study insights

Ulnar collateral ligament repair with internal brace is a viable option for pitchers with partially torn ligaments, according to a study published in The American Journal of Sports Medicine. By Eric Oliver - 4/19/19

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5 trends in medtech M&A – deal volume up 31.3% in 2018

Bain & Company released the Global Healthcare Private Equity and Corporate M&A Report 2019, outlining mergers and acquisitions in several areas of healthcare, including medtech. By Laura Dyrda - 4/19/19
Orthopedic imaging in 2019 – Key thoughts from EOS imaging CEO Mike Lobinsky

Mike Lobinsky, CEO of EOS imaging, discusses the key trends in the orthopedic imaging space and where EOS is headed in the next year. By Laura Dyrda - 4/19/19
Spine reimbursement from CMS dropped 27% since 2000: 5 key notes

A team of researchers at Mayo Clinic, Arizona, calculated average reimbursement rates for neurosurgeons since 2000 and outlined the key trends at the American Association of Neurological Surgeons Annual Meeting. By Laura Dyrda - 4/19/19
Best practices for negotiating with payers: 3 spine surgeons weigh in

Three spine surgeons discuss strategies for successful payer negotiations. By Anuja Vaidya - 4/18/19

Harlem Globetrotters partner with Emory Healthcare — 4 details

Atlanta-based Emory Healthcare is now the Harlem Globetrotters' official sports medicine provider. By Angie Stewart - 4/18/19
Dr. Mark McFarland completes 50th case with NanoFuse Biologics

Mark McFarland, DO, performed his 50th case using NanoFuse Biologics. By Eric Oliver - 4/18/19
Dr. David Altchek performs shoulder surgery on Braves' Arodys Vizcaíno — 4 insights

David Altchek, MD, performed shoulder surgery on Atlanta Braves pitcher Arodys Vicaíno, the team reported. By Eric Oliver - 4/18/19
5 developments in PEEK orthopedic, spine devices

Here are five updates on orthopedic and spine implant with PEEK: By Laura Dyrda - 4/18/19
Minimally invasive vs. open TLIF: 5 findings for spinal fusion

A new study published in Spine compares open and Wiltse minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion outcomes. By Laura Dyrda - 4/18/19
5 trends for the interbody fusion cage market

The interbody fusion cage market is expected to grow through 2025, according to a MarketReserachNest report. By Laura Dyrda - 4/18/19
Dr. Robert Heary becomes vice president of AANS: 5 things to know

The American Association of Neurological Surgeons named Robert Heary, MD, vice president. By Laura Dyrda - 4/18/19
Orthopedic surgeon charged with fraudulently prescribing narcotics to himself in part of massive federal takedown: 5 details

An orthopedic surgeon in West Virginia was charged with fraud for narcotic prescription as part of a largescale federal takedown. By Laura Dyrda - 4/18/19
Dr. Frank Shen: The spine surface technology, techniques being developed at the University of Virginia School of Medicine lab

Charlottesville, N.C.-based University of Virginia Health System is pioneering new technology in spine surgery operating rooms. By Laura Dyrda - 4/17/19