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  1. Why a health system partnership made sense for 1 spine group

    For Steven Poletti, MD, joining Winston-Salem, N.C.-based Novant Health was a move that is strengthening an existing relationship.
  2. Stryker in the headlines: 6 updates to know

    From leadership changes to new deals, here's what Stryker has done so far in 2025.
  3. 3 Zimmer Biomet updates to know in 3 weeks

    Here are three recent updates to know on Zimmer Biomet, as reported by Becker's since Jan. 22:

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  1. The biggest investments 2 orthopedic surgeons will make this year

    From investments in robotics to zeroing in on personal well-being, surgeons will make a number of different investments in 2025.
  2. Dr. Neal ElAttrache operates on New Orleans Pelicans player

    Neal ElAttrache, MD, performed shoulder surgery on Herb Jones, a player for the New Orleans Pelicans.
  3. Northside Hospital Orthopedic Institute opens 4 total joint replacement centers

    Woodstock, Ga.-based Northside Hospital Orthopedic Institute is rapidly expanding its outpatient total joint replacement program. 
  4. Which factors affect cervical disc replacement charges most?

    There are numerous factors that affect the cost of a cervical disc replacement, and researchers used a machine learning model to analyze key variables for a study published in the March 2025 issue of The Spine Journal.
  1. Campbell Clinic to open new location

    Memphis, Tenn.-based Campbell Clinic plans to open its 10th location in Millington, Tenn., the Daily Memphian reported Feb. 14.
  2. Medtronic in the headlines: 5 updates in 1 month

    Here are five headlines to know about Medtronic, as reported by Becker's since Jan. 7:
  3. 5 highest-paid orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland

    The highest paid orthopedic surgeon in Cleveland earns $1,035,500, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $378,250 orthopedic surgeons make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
  4. 8 orthobiologic updates

    From new study findings to product launches, here are eight headlines to know in the orthobiologics space since Jan. 13:
  1. Bayhealth adds sports medicine physician

    Dover, Del.-based Bayhealth has added George Umeh, MD, to its staff.
  2. The biggest opportunity ahead for spine ASCs

    As ASC case volume grows, single-specialty ASCs have an opportunity to shine, spine surgeon Choll Kim, MD, said.
  3. Where UChicago Medicine's newest leader is taking neurosurgery

    Starting July 1, Mohamad Bydon, MD, will become the inaugural chair of the department of neurological surgery at UChicago Medicine. 
  4. The qualities 1 orthopedic leader looked for in an MSO

    Orthopaedic Associates of Maine became part of Growth Orthopedics, and the partnership was forged by the shared desire for local care and support.
  5. 3 spine studies to know

    From stem cell research to spinal implants, here are three studies Becker's reported on since Jan. 15.
  6. Indiana Orthopedic Institute cuts ribbon on $35M facility

    Indiana Orthopedic Institute is cutting the ribbon on its new location in Noblesville on Feb. 13.
  7. 7 medtech notes: Globus Medical, Medtronic and more

    From financial results to new acquisitions, here are seven key updates from spine and orthopedic devicemakers since Feb. 5.
  8. Dartmouth Health's orthopedic chair's top priorities

    Building a musculoskeletal institute at Dartmouth Health and Geisel School of Medicine is one of the top goals for orthopedic trauma surgeon Anna Miller, MD.
  9. Spine surgeon questions health systems' $8M Super Bowl ad spend

    On Feb. 9, the 59th Super Bowl was played in New Orleans, with the Philadelphia Eagles beating the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22. 

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