Author: Cameron Cortigiano

Insurance companies preventing orthopedic surgeons from choosing which product or implant they feel is in the best interest of patients is something that has to change, according to this orthopedic surgeon.  When insurers decide to only approve surgeries or procedures…

Medtech company Stryker is set to launch its FDA-cleared Incompass Total Ankle System. The system is intended for individuals with end-stage ankle arthritis and has a new implant and enhanced instrument platform, according to a Sept. 9 news release from…

OrthoLazer, a network of laser therapy centers, is set to open a new flagship wellness center and corporate headquarters in Warsaw, Ind.  The organization currently has 17 centers across the U.S., with the goal of hundreds of locations by 2030,…

Here are five new orthopedic practice openings, expansions and additions in the Midwest, as reported by Becker’s since July 31:

Cass City, Mich.-based Aspire Rural Health System has opened the Deckerville (Mich.) Orthopedic Service Clinic.  The practice is led by orthopedic surgeons and joint replacement specialists Majed Alzahabi, DO, and Jiab Suleiman, DO, according to an Aug. 26 news release…

Cape Girardeau, Mo.-based Mercy has added multiple orthopedic and spine practices in Farmington, Mo.  Midwest Orthopedic Group and Midwest Pain and Spine Center have joined the health system, according to a Sept. 2 news release from Mercy.  Renamed to Mercy…

Here are five updates to know on orthopedic medtech company Enovis, as reported by Becker’s so far in 2025:

Spine company Highridge Medical has acquired three spine systems from Accelus.  Highridge Medical added the FlareHawk and Toro expandable interbody fusion systems as well as the LineSider pedicle screw system to expand its spine surgery capabilities, according to a Sept.…

There is no denying that private equity and consolidation have become big factors in the orthopedic industry over the past few years.  Private equity can have a positive or negative impact on orthopedics, depending on perspective. There are concerns throughout…

New York City-based Mount Sinai will serve as the official hospital and medical services provider for the US Open Tennis Championships for the 13th year in a row.  Mount Sinai provides a wide spectrum of services at the site, including…