Author: Carly Behm

RTI Surgical is splitting its company into independent entities focused on surgical implants and biologics.

In 2021, Medtronic spent time strengthening its spine business and identified areas to grow technology.

From an augmented reality robot to a "smart" orthopedic implant, here are four notable launches from the last three years:

A decadelong FDA landmark study of a hip replacement alternative has been completed, NBC affiliate KPLC reported Jan. 3. 

Statesville, N.C.-based Iredell Health System became the first hospital in Iredell County to add Stryker's Mako robot for total joint replacements.

Zimmer Biomet's business saw strong performances in 2021 with revenue increases. The company also made moves to grow in the spine and orthopedic spaces.

Johnson & Johnson's international robotics debut and five more key updates in orthopedic robotics from the fourth quarter of 2021:

Here are six spine and orthopedic surgeons who received honors and recognition in the fourth quarter of 2021:

Outpatient orthopedic procedures have become more normalized in recent years, and some surgeons believe that trend will continue to accelerate. Growth in the ASC market, the COVID-19 pandemic and physician ownership opportunities are among the factors surgeons believe will grow…

Cincinnati-based management services organization OrthoAlliance inked a partnership with New Albany, Ohio-based JIS Orthopedics, according to a Jan. 3 news release.