Former neurosurgeon William Owen, MD, died at his home Aug. 27 at 91 years old, the Tribune Chronicle reports.
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The International Journal of Spine Surgery has published research detailing the successful outcome of a conversion of an anterior cervical fusion to artificial disc replacement.
Franklin, Tenn.-based Williamson Medical Center has been recognized for the safety and quality of its spinal fusions, Williamson Source reported Aug. 31.
Chattanooga, Tenn.-based Erlanger Orthopaedic Institute has added Stryker's Mako robot and Smith+Nephew's Navio system to assist surgeons in hip and knee replacements, NBC affiliate WRCBTV reported Aug. 26.
Darren Friedman, MD, joined New York City-based Gramercy Surgery Center as director of orthopedics, according to an Aug. 21 announcement.
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Orthopedic surgeon Abdul Foad, MD, has joined the medical staff at Morrison (Ill.) Community Hospital, Clinton Herald reports.
A study conducted by Columbia-based University of Missouri School of Medicine and MU Health Care has shown vertebral body tethering to be a promising treatment for scoliosis patients who have flexibility and growth remaining in their spine.
Neurosurgeon Jason Cormier, MD, has been named to the scientific advisory board of Brain Armor, according to an Aug. 28 announcement.