Author: Carly Behm

Here are 10 spine devices earning FDA approvals and clearances since Oct. 1.

Spine surgeon Peter McCunniff, MD, took the leap from working as a hospital employee to a private practice, and he says the move has been beneficial. 

Spine surgery is expected to evolve with more outpatient cases and growing technologies, Tan Chen, MD, told Becker's. 

Ospitek named Mihir Patel, MD, as chief visionary officer, the company said in a Nov. 9 news release.

Moving transforaminal lumbar interbody fusions to the ASC was one of the proudest accomplishments for Amy Wickman, MD, of Alta Orthopaedics in Santa Barbara, Calif.

Spine surgery, like all other specialties, carries risks for both patients and physicians. However, physician-patient communication is crucial to limiting risk.

James Andrews, MD, will retire from his role as Auburn (Ala.) University football's orthopedic surgeon and medical director.

Golden, Colo.-based Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center added Justin Ledesma, MD, according to a Nov. 8 LinkedIn post.

While it's important for spine surgeons to strategize on cost savings and revenue boosts, it's just as vital to know where to invest money when it comes to running a strong practice.

Here are three key updates on spine and orthopedic biologics since Oct. 10.