SynerFuse named Adeel Khan, MD, as vice president of regenerative medicine, according to a March 24 news release shared with Becker’s. Dr. Khan is a physician and regenerative medicine expert, and he was one of the first researchers in Canada…
Author: Carly Behm
OrthoLazer expanded its PBM therapy portfolio, and it will be standard at all of its newly opening Your Orthopedic Wellness Center locations, according to a March 24 news release. OrthoLazer PBM Therapy portfolio integrates proprietary photobiomodulation technology, evidence-informed protocols, OrthoLazer-certified…
John DeFord, PhD, is stepping down from Globus Medical’s board of directors, according to a March 23 news release. His departure was effective immediately, the company said. “We are grateful for John’s many contributions, especially during the merger with NuVasive…
Stryker has contained its network disruption following a March 11 cyberattack, the company said March 23. “We believe the incident is contained, and we are prioritizing restoration of systems that directly support customers, ordering and shipping,” Stryker said in an…
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeon has honored three surgeons for their work, including the first woman recipient of the Dr. William Tipton Leadership Award, according to a March 23 news release. Erica Taylor, MD, earned the 2026 AAOS Impact…
Advertisement
Spine surgery is in a “renaissance” with new ideas regularly emerging, Tan Chen, MD, said. As more data comes out, he said he expects two techniques to stand out in the playing field: endoscopic spine and awake spine surgery. Dr.…
VySpine earned FDA 510(k) clearance for its DiversiVy facet screw, according to a March 23 news release. DiversiVy is designed for the lumbosacral spine to aid in fusions. It is indicated for posterior surgical treatment with or without bone graft…
Spine and orthopedic companies inked key deals in the first quarter of 2026. 1. VB Spine has entered into an agreement with Robotron Surgical Technologies to acquire the SpineHawk platform. 2. VB Spine entered a definitive agreement to acquire exclusive rights to Augmedics’ xvision…
Attleboro, Mass.-based plans to build a single-specialty orthopedic ASC as part of its joint venture with Providence, R.I.-based University Orthopedics, The Sun Chronicle reported March 21. Five things to know: 1. The University Orthopedics Center for Orthopedic Surgery plans to…
Minimally invasive spine surgery was associated with reduced opioid consumption, with endoscopic procedures having the lowest average use, according to a study published March 18 for the Global Spine Journal. Five things to know: 1. Researchers evaluated a prospective cohort…