Camber Spine's latest patent and eight more updates from spine and orthopedic devicemakers in the last week:

Retail giants such as Walmart and CVS Health are continuing their push into healthcare, offering cost-friendly and convenient care close to patients' homes, and more providers are taking notice.

The American Association of Neurological Surgeons has named Ann Stroink, MD, its president, and Anthony Asher, MD, its president-elect, the association said May 3.

Data for a two-year trial of Stryker's InSpace subacromial balloon found the device was a viable option for patients with massive irreparable rotator cuff tears.

SeaSpine's first-quarter sales grew across its spinal implants and orthobiologics, and the company named new leadership.

Medical device company Zimmer Biomet reported $1.7 billion in first quarter net sales during the first quarter of 2022.

Innovation continues to pick up steam across the spine industry as surgeons look for more minimally invasive methods to operate on their patients, reduce the risk of complications and accelerate recovery.

Wenzel Spine appointed William Wilson as CEO almost two months after the devicemaker's former CEO died.

Genesys Spine is partnering with Pria Healthcare to improve patient coverage for its sacroiliac joint fusion products.

Orthofix is renewing its partnership with MTF Biologics for marketing and development of products.

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons formed a $1 million grant program for diversity, equity and access in orthopedics.

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Advances in surgical technology have established a "Golden Age" of spine surgery, according to Alex Cruz, MD. 

Xtant Medical named Scott Neils as CFO starting June 1.

Hartford Healthcare St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport, Conn., earned advanced certification in spine surgery from The Joint Commission.

Orthopedic surgeon Shahab Mahboubian, DO, has seen an increase in limb lengthening procedures since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, BuzzFeed News reported April 29.

Plano-based Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery of Texas is adding endoscopic spine surgery to its arsenal. 

Tim Smith, CEO of Columbus, Ohio-based Orthopedic ONE, is retiring, and his successor was promoted from inside the practice.

Spine and orthopedic experts and leaders spoke with Becker's Spine Review on key topics in April from consolidation to artificial disc replacement.

The Justice Department has accused a New Jersey orthopedic surgeon of conspiring to distribute opioids and other controlled substances without performing physical exams or even seeing some patients, the Daily Journal reported April 29.