In a healthcare system that’s becoming highly focused on resource management, it’s more important than ever for spine surgeons to collaborate on changes in care delivery and patient outcomes, Kai-Uwe Lewandrowski, MD, told Becker’s. Dr. Lewandrowski, who’s on the board…
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Here are two key updates in spine and orthopedic lawsuit cases. 1. A federal appeals court vacated a $20 million jury verdict in a knee surgery device patent suit. The court determined that Rasmussen Instruments did not have standing in…
Building an effective care management program starts with targeting the right people. Too often, outreach is broad, generic and resource-intensive — leading to minimal engagement. In this webinar, UMass Memorial Health’s Chief Medical Officer of population health will explore proven…
Nov 6, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM America/Chicago
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Dr. Tom Scornavacca
Chief Medical Officer of Population Health, UMass Memorial Healthcare
Justin Berry
Vice President, Population Health Conifer Health
Wilson (N.C.) Medical Center has added Andrew Bae, DO, to its Wilson Physician Practices group. Dr. Bae is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hip and knee replacements. He has advanced training in total hip replacement using the minimally invasive…
TriMed, an orthopedic device manufacturer and subsidiary of Henry Schein, has suffered a cybersecurity incident affecting parts of its IT systems, according to an Oct. 3 report from Cybernews. Cybercriminal group Lynx claimed credit for the breach and released data…
The next generation of orthopedic surgeons will enter a rapidly changing field shaped by technology, new care models and evolving patient expectations. Beyond clinical mastery, tomorrow’s surgeons will need skills that help them lead, adapt and sustain their practice. Question:…
Some Aetna members who had lumbar disc replacement coverage denied could be entitled to up to $55,000 after the insurer reached a settlement in a yearslong class-action case, according to court documents filed Oct. 8. The settlement stems from a…
Parkview Health and Orthopaedics NorthEast cut the ribbon on an orthopedic ASC in Warsaw, Ind., according to an Oct. 8 report from Times-Union. The nearly 15,000-square-foot ASC will provide a full spectrum of outpatient orthopedic services, including joint replacements, spine…
The wave of spine innovation keeps growing, leading to new opportunities for surgeons, Tan Chen, MD, said. Dr. Chen, who plans to join Inova Health System in Fairfax, Va., spoke about the most exciting aspect the move has to offer.…
A federal appeals court vacated a $20 million jury verdict in a knee surgery device patent suit, according to an Oct. 7 report from Vital Law. The court determined that Rasmussen Instruments did not have standing in its patent infringement…