Author: Carly Behm

Aziyo Biologics is recalling its viable bone matrix products after two patients were infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis following surgeries, the orthobiologics company said July 13.

Memphis, Tenn.-based Campbell Clinic has reopened most of its offices two days after one of its surgeons was fatally shot at the practice's Collierville location.

Following the fatal shooting of a Tennessee hand surgeon, the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons expressed support for stronger protections for physicians and other healthcare professionals.

While spine surgery has evolved significantly in recent decades, there are still some old ideas that stick in the industry. Eight spine surgeons discuss the outdated practices that remain today.

Hudson, Fla.-based Bonati Spine Institute can resume surgeries after its surgery center was shut down in March, ABC affiliate WFTS reported July 12.

James Voos, MD, joined Lazurite's medical advisory board, the medtech company said July 12.

Spinal neurosurgeon Juan Mejia Munne, MD, joined Cincinnati-based Mayfield Brain & Spine.

A 29-year-old man was charged in the July 11 death of Benjamin Mauck, MD, at Campbell Clinic's Collierville, Tenn., office, Action News 5 reported.

Lags Spine & Sportscare Medical Centers and its owner, Francis Lagattuta, MD, have agreed to pay $11.4 million to resolve allegations that they submitted false claims related to spine surgeries, skin biopsies and drug tests.

Here are five spine and orthopedic surgeon insights to know from the last 30 days: