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4. Developing an effective spine practice can be challenging. That's why you should attend Becker's ASC Annual Meeting on Oct. 27-29 in Chicago to learn how to develop an elite spine practice and grow your spine programs' revenue. Contact Scott Jones at sjones@beckershealthcare.com to learn how to attend for free.

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8. One of the most innovative health tech companies in the U.S. is making big bets on the technologies that will transform healthcare. Learn what they are here.

9. Colorado nonprofit spine center adds Medtronic surgical robot Full story

10. 6 things to know about TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine Full story

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12. Hospitals won't unlock the full value of a robotic surgery program without giving staff 24/7 access. See how Adventis Health is doing it here.

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