Today's Top 20 Stories
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5 things to know about University Orthopedics
East Providence, R.I.-based University Orthopedics is one of the largest orthopedic practices in the U.S. and has achieved some milestones in recent months. -
OrthoPediatrics launches new scoliosis treatment system
OrthoPediatrics has launched a new system, the Response rib and pelvic fixation system, to treat children with early onset scoliosis. -
Medtronic named among world's 'most ethical' companies
Orthopedic and spine tech manufacturer Medtronic has been named among the world's most ethical companies by for-profit ethical standards company the Ethisphere Institute.
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Genesis Orthopaedic and Spine opens 5th New Jersey facility
Westfield, N.J.-based Genesis Orthopaedic and Spine opened a facility in Middletown, N.J., its fifth location. -
4 spine, orthopedic patient verdicts to know
Since the beginning of 2023, Becker's has reported on four spine and orthopedic patients who have won multimillion-dollar verdicts against surgeons and health systems. -
Dr. Brian Fiani completes 100th Mazor spine surgery
Brian Fiani, DO, of Livonia, Mich.-based Mendelson Kornblum Orthopedic & Spine Specialists, completed his 100th case with Medtronic's Mazor robot. -
Highpoint Spine and Joint Center to shutter practice location
Kimball, Neb.-based Highpoint Spine and Joint Center is permanently closing its Sidney, Neb., location, moving all of its services to its Kimball location, according to a March 2 report from News Channel Nebraska.
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Avoiding cervical disc replacement complications: 7 things to know
Cervical disc replacement has grown in spine surgery, and there are some complications surgeons should be mindful of, Domagoj Coric, MD, wrote in a publication for the International Journal of Spine Surgery. -
EmergeOrtho Triangle Region adds interventional spine physician
EmergeOrtho Triangle Region in Durham, N.C., added Ryan McCarter, MD, an interventional spine specialist. -
The companies leading robotic surgery
As robotic-assisted surgeries become more popular in operating rooms nationwide, here are some of the companies leading robotic surgeries in the orthopedic space: -
Stryker, Zimmer Biomet, J&J execs among the most 'influential' in healthcare
CEOWorld Magazine released its latest list of "World's Most Influential CEOs and Business Executives," and three orthopedic devicemaker leaders are on it.
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'Value-based care is in limbo right now': What we heard in February
Spine and orthopedic experts in February shared insights on topics from value-based care to consolidation. -
What role should private equity play in orthopedics?
Private equity has remained a hot topic in and outside of healthcare, but what role should it play in orthopedics? -
OrthoSC partners with joint care mobile app
Myrtle Beach, S.C.-based OrthoSC has partnered with the Hurt! mobile application to provide patients with one-on-one emergency care and consultations. -
Central Vermont Medical Center adds Mako robot
Berlin-based Central Vermont Medical Center has added a Stryker Mako robot for total joint replacements, according to a Feb. 29 report CBS affiliate WCAX. -
FDA issues total ankle replacement system failure advisory
The FDA has issued an alert on higher-than-expected device failure rates with the Hintermann Series H3 Total Ankle Replacement system, manufactured by DT MedTech. -
Spine patient awarded $6.2M in botched surgery case
A jury awarded a Texas man, who was left a paraplegic after spine surgery, $6.2 million, according to his lawyers. -
The pros, cons of bundled payments in spine surgery: 5 insights
Bundled payments can be used as an alternative to fee-for-service in spine surgery. Some spine surgeons believe in their potential for patient access, while others are more cautious about the arrangement. -
5 spine surgeon moves in February
Here are five spine surgeons joining new practices or adding to their titles in February: -
TidalHealth surgeon surpasses 1,000 robotic joint replacements
William Doran, DO, orthopedic surgeon and joint replacement specialist at TidalHealth Orthopedics in Seaford, Del., has completed 1,000 joint replacements using Stryker's Mako robot, according to a Feb. 29 report from the Daily State News.
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