Becker’s Spine Review

Breg earned HITRUST certification for Breg Vision and Vision Clarity, according to a Jan. 30 news release. HITRUST is one of the most vigorous frameworks in healthcare, and certification is granted to products that meet its criteria for digital security,…

In today’s joint replacement market, surgery is rarely the first decision patients make. The first decision is who to trust. Martin Jenter, DO, a hip and knee reconstruction surgeon who operates at Henry Ford Providence Novi (Mich.) Hospital and Michigan…

Physician autonomy remains more important than ever in the orthopedic landscape, but it has to look different compared to past decades, Michael Meneghini, MD, said. Dr. Meneghini, CEO of Noblesville, Ind.-based Indiana Orthopedic Institute, spoke about what this shift looks…

Becker’s reported on six spine surgeons who moved to new practices or added to their titles in January. Note: This is not an exhaustive list. 1. Fair Lawn, N.J.-based Alliance Orthopedics added Gino Chiappetta, MD. He specializes in spine surgery…

Spine surgery complications do not necessarily surface in the operating room. The conditions for breakdown are laid long before a patient ever reaches the table. From the outside, the work looks straightforward: diagnose the problem, decide whether surgery is appropriate,…

The 2026 CPT code set includes several additions and updates for spine procedures. Here are seven developments to know, according to the International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery: 1. Code +63032 has been established as an add-on to…

Kenneth Krackow, MD, a pioneer of joint replacement and arthroplasty procedures, died Jan. 9.  Dr. Krackow was an orthopedic surgeon and professor of orthopedics at the University of Buffalo (N.Y.) Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, according to a…

Orthopedic leaders say patient expectations have changed significantly in recent years, influenced by advances in technology, greater access to information and growing consumerism in healthcare. Question: What’s the biggest shift you’ve seen in orthopedic patient expectations over the last five…

Advanced Orthopedics New England has added walk-in orthopedic urgent care services at its Bloomfield, Conn., location. The clinic offers same-day evaluations and treatment for musculoskeletal issues, including sprains, fractures, joint pain and sports injuries, according to a Jan. 29 news…

Nivalon Medical has produced the world’s first fully patient-specific, motion-preserving spine implant made without metal, according to a Jan. 29 news release. The disc is made with AI-driven design and 3D-printed ceramic, and it behaves like bone with a flexible…