Author: Cameron Cortigiano

Val Gene Iven, MD, has retired from his role as head team physician for Oklahoma State University Athletics.  He has served as the head team physician at the school since 2007 and worked in college athletics for more than three…

With patient expectations higher than ever, orthopedic practices are looking to the integration of robotics within joint replacement surgeries and offering an after-hours schedule as top priorities in meeting demand.  This joint replacement surgeon and orthopedic MSO executive recently connected…

Keith Meister, MD, performed shoulder surgery on Anthony Santander, an outfielder for the Toronto Blue Jays on Feb. 11. Dr. Meister completed a labral surgery on Mr. Santander’s left shoulder, according to a Feb. 10 report from mlb.com.  Mr. Santander…

The reimbursement structure and Medicare fee schedule in orthopedics and healthcare has slipped in recent years, leading to concerns from orthopedic surgeons and practices.  CMS issued its final policy changes for the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule in October, which includes…

A lawsuit filed in Delaware Court of Chancery by the Exactech Litigation Trust alleges that private equity firm TPG, among other entities, concealed known defects in implant components.  Following its acquisition of Exactech in 2018, private equity firm TPG concealed…

Medical device company Advita Ortho has received a U.S. patent for an AI-enabled surgical planning framework.  The algorithm helps surgeons prioritize the variables in joint replacement procedures, such as implant alignment, sizing and soft tissue balance, rather than balancing each…

Creating work-life balance and building up their business acumen is crucial for young surgeons joining the orthopedic and spine industries to avoid burnout and create longevity.  There are roadblocks facing young surgeons who want to make a career in private…

Keith Meister, MD, performed shoulder surgery on Andrew Saalfrank, a pitcher for the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to a Feb. 9 report from Arizona Republic.  The left shoulder procedure will cause Mr. Saalfrank to miss the entirety of the upcoming 2026…

Bert Mandelbaum, MD, performed knee surgery on Jimmy Butler, a player for the Golden State Warriors, in Los Angeles.  The surgery was to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee, according to a Feb. 9 news release…

Robotics in arthroscopic procedures, the role of post-op infections in patient recovery and the etiologies of pain are a few aspects of orthopedics that can sometimes be missed. These three surgeons and orthopedic leaders recently connected with Becker’s to share…