Here are 39 spine surgeons who moved to new practices in 2021:
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Elvis Francois, MD, a spine surgeon who shot to fame with his musical performances on "The Masked Singer" on FOX, has joined Atlanta-based Resurgens Orthopaedics, the Henry Herald reported Dec. 18.
Aspen (Colo.) Valley Hospital executives are predicting an up to 70 percent decrease in orthopedic revenue in 2022, which equates to about a $20 million hit to its bottom line, The Aspen Times reports.
The University of New Mexico Health Sciences' Center of Excellence for Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation has opened, The Rio Rancho Observer reported Dec. 19.
New Orleans Pelicans player Zion Williamson has received a biologic injection to promote bone healing in a fracture in his right foot, according to the NBA.
Effective leadership and a team mindset will continue to be crucial at orthopedic practices, particularly as the field continues to deal with COVID-19, according to André Blom, CEO of Des Plaines-based Illinois Bone and Joint Institute.
Spinal Simplicity's Minuteman implant device was recently granted indication for treatment of lumbar spinal stenosis by the FDA, the medical device company said Dec. 17.
The Michigan Board of Medicine is investigating Avery Jackson, MD, who is accused of issuing questionable mask waivers to more than 90 students across Detroit, according to the Detroit Free Press.
Altamonte Springs, Fla.-based AdventHealth on Dec. 16 topped off its 12-story Innovation Tower that will be dedicated to orthopedics and neuroscience, Orlando Business Journal reported.
Total joint surgeon Michael Ast, MD, has been appointed vice chair and chief medical innovation officer of the HSS Innovation Institute in New York City.