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Orthopedic surgeon to know: Dr. Howard Freedberg of Suburban Orthopaedics

Howard Freedberg, MD, practices at Suburban Orthopaedics, which has several locations throughout Chicago. Board-certified in orthopedics, he has over 25 years of orthopedic experience and has created a double bundle ACL Reconstruction Technique in conjunction with Biomet.

Drs. David A. Wong, Jeffrey J. Wise & more: 12 spine surgeons in the headlines this week

Here are 12 spine surgeons and neurosurgeons in the news this past week.

Dr. Satish Sharma to serve at North American Spine’s Las Vegas location: 5 notes

Dallas-based North American Spine plans to expand to Las Vegas.

mHealth market to grow at CAGR of 40% over 5 years — 4 takeaways

The mobile healthcare market will continue to expand as healthcare providers turn to mobile technology to lower costs, according to Reportlinker.

Cedar Orthopedic Clinic welcomes Dr. Ben Robinson: 4 notes

Cedar Orthopedic Surgery Specialty Clinic in Cedar City, Utah, added Ben C. Robinson, MD, to its team, according to The Spectrum.

Drs. Pierre Bruneau, Brian Cole & more – 10 orthopedic surgeons making headlines

Here are 10 orthopedic surgeons making the news this week.

Spine surgeon leader to know: Dr. John Demakas of Rockwood Neuroscience Institute

John Demakas, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon with Rockwood Neuroscience Institute in Spokane, Wash. A fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Dr. Demakas is also a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, North American Spine Society and…

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery executive director 'miscommunicated,' — Group not using ProPublica’s Surgeon Scorecard

Shepard Hurwitz, MD, the board’s executive director, previously stated the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery will use ProPublica's Surgeon Scorecard to assess its surgeons. The organization stated Dr. Hurwirtz ''miscommunicated'' and the organization will not be using ProPublica’s Scorecard, according…

FDA warns about bone fractures risk with type 2 diabetes drug – 5 things to know

The FDA warned physicians and patients about the potential increased risk of bone fracture risk when taking the type 2 diabetes medication Invokana, according to The Legal Examiner.

Orthopedic surgeon to know: Dr. Matthew Gammons of Vermont Orthopaedic Clinic

Matthew Gammons, MD, practices sports medicine and orthopedics at Vermont Orthopaedic Clinic in Rutland. His areas of interest include sports medicine and concussion medicine.