Author: Staff

It has become more common over the past few decades for orthopedic surgeons to subspecialize in spine surgery, and now at least one neurosurgery program is gaining momentum in the space.

"The Sports Medicine Podcast," a digital rebranding of the "Sports Medicine Weekly" radio show, explores topics including fitness, nutrition, and prevention and treatment of sports injuries.

The global market for computer-assisted orthopedic surgery will grow at a steady rate of 5.5 percent over the next decade, according to a survey by market research firm Fact.MR.

If the past decade is any indication, the field of orthopedic surgery could look dramatically different in 2031 than it does today. According to these seven orthopedic surgeons, some of the most likely changes include shifting roles for clinicians.

Tampa, Fla.-based medical device company PainTEQ received three patents for a minimally invasive procedure to help sacroiliac joint dysfunction patients, the company said Sept. 15.

Here are five orthopedic practices to know:

Two new physicians — foot and ankle surgeon Dr. David Caldarella and sports medicine specialist Hector Osoria, MD — recently joined Boston-based St. Elizabeth's Bone and Joint Center, the hospital said Sept. 9.

The FDA granted 22 spine-related 510(k) device clearances last month.

The drive to maintain independence is spurring more orthopedic practices to seek strategic partnerships with other groups, private equity platforms, hospitals and health systems.

Connecticut Orthopaedic Institute at MidState Medical Center in Meriden became the first center in the country to receive the Joint Commission's advanced certification in spine surgery.