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Consolidation, artificial intelligence advancements and the rise in robotic-assisted procedures are three healthcare trends that spine and orthopedic surgeons are closely following. 

Spine and orthopedic experts in February spoke with Becker's about topics from sacroiliac joint fusion to daily routines ahead of surgery days.

Safdar Khan, MD, is one of the first spine surgeons to use Augmedics' Xvision augmented reality system, and he completed the company's 3,000th case in January. 

Bryan Kelly, MD, New York City-based Hospital for Special Surgery's new president and incoming chief executive officer, has big plans as its first surgeon to hold the top leadership position.

Peter Millett, MD, is a partner of The Steadman Clinic, based in Vail, Colo., and a specialist in shoulder surgeries and sports medicine. 

Florida offers several benefits for orthopedic patients and practices that has made it an increasingly competitive state for surgeons, according to Alex Vaccaro, MD, PhD, president of Philadelphia-based Rothman Orthopaedic Institute.

Spine and orthopedic experts in January spoke with Becker's Spine Review about topics from compensation to total disc replacement.

Increased participation in value-based care, the migration of cases to ASCs and robotic innovations are some of the top trends orthopedic surgeons are following this year. 

Several spine and orthopedic experts spoke with Becker's in 2022. Here are the five most-read interviews from this year:

Orthopedic practice consolidation remained strong in 2022. Here's what experts have told Becker's about the trend this year: