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The decision to become a surgeon looks different for each and every physician. 

Alok Sharan, MD, recently incorporated an IV vitamin infusion regimen at his practice, Spine and Performance Institute in Edison, N.J. 

Robert Masson, MD, of Masson Spine Institute in Orlando, Fla., had to weigh a tough decision amid financial headwinds and declining CMS pay.

Spine and orthopedic experts in August spoke with Becker's about topics from medtech mergers to hospital partnerships.

Some orthopedic practices have partnered with hospitals to support operations. However, the arrangement is not the best fit for all groups.

The spine and orthopedic medtech space has been abuzz with major company mergers in recent years. The news is major for stockholders, and physicians who use the technologies are keeping an eye on the deals.

The trend of surgical services migrating from high-acuity settings to ASCs is poised to continue.

Michael Ciccotti, MD, of Philadelphia-based Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, wears many hats. He oversees sports medicine at Rothman, and he's the head team physician and medical director of the Philadelphia Phillies. 

Robert Grumet, MD, team physician for the Los Angeles Chargers and program director of the Irvine, Calif.-based Hoag Orthopedic Institute sports medicine fellowship, connected with Becker's to discuss the culture of orthopedics. 

Spine and orthopedic experts in July spoke with Becker's about topics from CMS policy to outdated industry trends.