The FDA cleared 10 spine related devices in June.
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Here are five orthopedic surgeons making headlines this week:
An Italian neurosurgeon has separated conjoined twins in a first-of-its-kind surgery at Bambino Gesù Hospital in Rome, according to the National Catholic Register.
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons asked surgeons to report how they think COVID-19 will affect interactions with industry sales representatives.
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons conducted several surveys to understand how COVID-19 affected the musculoskeletal health system and to support members as they resume elective surgeries.
Orthobiologics company Baxter has received FDA clearance July 9 for its Altapore Shape Bioactive Bone Graft for spine surgery, according to Biospace.
Cynthia Kelly, MD, performed a complex surgery to remove a rare bone cancer in a patient's leg, according to a July 8 CBS Denver report.
Philadelphia-based Rothman Orthopaedic Institute has made several big moves this year, including expansion plans, changes to its bundled payment strategy and bolstering its sports medicine partnerships.
Healthcare artificial intelligence company Viz.ai was named to the Forbes Top 50 AI list, according to a July 8 news release.
Texas Back Institute in Plano is keeping a close eye on the rising COVID-19 cases in the state as major hospital chains again begin to restrict elective procedures.