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  1. NuVasive's Pulse platform surpasses 2,000 cases

    Carly Behm -
    NuVasive's Pulse spine platform surpassed 2,000 commercial cases since it was released in 2021, CEO Chris Barry said in a fourth-quarter earnings call.

  2. Total disc replacement cost in the 10 largest US cities

    Claire Wallace -
    The average price of a total disc replacement in New York City, the largest city in the U.S., is $32,521, according to Healthcare Bluebook, a price transparency tool.

  3. Here's how 6 spine surgeons prepare before a busy day

    Carly Behm -
    For many people, a morning and night routine can help with preparing for a busy day, and the same goes for spine surgeons. Here's how six spine surgeons say they like to prepare ahead for their workdays:

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  1. Dr. Todd Peters joins DISC Surgery Center

    Carly Behm -
    Todd Peters, MD, joined DISC Surgery Center at Newport Beach (Calif.) as a physician partner, and Andre Schotte was named administrator of the ASC.

  2. Orthopedic groups band together to form 400+ physician platform

    Carly Behm -
    Three orthopedic groups across the U.S. formed PELTO Health Partners.

  3. Lumbar spinal fusion cost in the 10 largest US cities

    Claire Wallace -
    The average price of a lumbar spinal fusion in New York City, the largest city in the U.S., is $68,126, according to Healthcare Bluebook, a price transparency tool.

  4. Beaufort Memorial to introduce same-day cervical disc replacement surgery

    Claire Wallace -
    Beaufort (S.C.) Memorial Hospital has added same-day cervical disc replacement procedures to its list of offered surgeries, according to a Feb. 22 report from Your Island News.

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  1. Globus Medical, NuVasive see $1B+ in 2022 ahead of merger

    Carly Behm -
    Globus Medical and NuVasive both raked in more than $1 billion in 2022 revenue, along with fourth quarter sales increases ahead of their planned merger.

  2. Study finds surgery more effective than conventional treatment for spinal stenosis

    Claire Wallace -
    A new study published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery found that spine surgery may be more effective than conventional medical treatment for spinal stenosis. 

  3. Knee replacement cost in the 10 largest US cities

    Claire Wallace -
    The average price of a knee replacement in New York City, the largest city in the U.S., is $33,715, according to Healthcare Bluebook, a price transparency tool.

  4. Hip replacement cost in the 10 largest US cities

    Claire Wallace -
    The average price of a hip replacement in New York City, the largest city in the U.S., is $34,231, according to Healthcare Bluebook, a price transparency tool.

  1. Why this orthopedic surgeon wants the future of musculoskeletal care to stay in physician hands

    Riz Hatton -
    As private equity continues to take root in orthopedics, some surgeons remain hesitant about its influence on the industry.

  2. Globus Medical exec expects to remain leader in spine robots as competition grows

    Carly Behm -
    Globus Medical's spine robot cases grew in 2022, and the company is working on more applications, according to a Feb. 21 fourth quarter earnings call.

  3. Stryker vs. Johnson & Johnson vs. Zimmer Biomet: How they compare in Q4

    Carly Behm -
    Stryker, Johnson & Johnson and Zimmer Biomet posted their fourth quarter financial results, and data on their orthopedic sales.

  4. Connecticut orthopedic surgeon fined, reprimanded for operating on wrong hip

    Carly Behm -
    A Connecticut orthopedic surgeon was fined $25,000 for operating on the wrong hip of a patient, the Hartford Courant reported Feb. 21. 

  5. 28 states with under 400 orthopedic surgeons

    Claire Wallace -
    While California has over 2,000 orthopedic surgeons — the most of any state — according to 2022 data from Definitive Healthcare, 28 states in the U.S. have under 400 practicing surgeons. 

  6. Dr. Michael Wagner operates on former Detroit Tigers world champion

    Claire Wallace -
    Michael Wagner, DO, a surgeon at Mount Clemens, Mich.-based McLaren Macomb Hospital, performed a left knee replacement on former Detroit Tigers pitcher Denny McLain. 

  7. 9 things to know about MD West One

    Claire Wallace -
    MD West One has been serving the Omaha, Neb., area for over 70 years. Here are nine things to know about the practice: 

  8. Crystal Clinic opens new location

    Carly Behm -
    Fairlawn, Ohio-based Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center opened a new location in Ashtabula, Ohio.

  9. Chicago Cubs head team physician retires

    Carly Behm -
    Stephen Adams, MD, head team physician and medical director for the Chicago Cubs, retired, the MLB said Feb. 21. 

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