Boston Scientific Corporation announced that it is introducing its FDA-approved Precision Spectra Spinal Cord Stimulator System at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Pain Medicine in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., April 11-14, 2013.
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Memphis, Tenn.-based Medtronic Spine has announced intentions to restructure its workforce, including possible employee layoffs and other cost-cutting measures, according to a company statement.
In a recent study published in Spine, researchers described patterns of prophylactic antibiotic use in pediatric spinal fusion surgeries performed in U.S. children's hospitals.
Medtronic has begun enrolling patients in its clinical trial for a back pain treatment device, according to the Memphis Business Journal.
At the 11th Annual Orthopedic, Spine and Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference, in Chicago, Jean Day, RN, CNOR, will give a presentation titled "Infection Control in ASCs – 10 Key Best Practices."
The Milliman accounting firm has proposed a series of clinical and imaging criteria to satisfy and document as best practice before a surgical procedure is performed. Many insurance companies have adopted the Milliman criteria as absolute requirements before approving surgical…
Device costs are a huge portion of surgical bills, and 60 percent of physicians say doctors have the most influence over device purchasing decisions currently, according to the "Deloitte 2013 Survey of U.S. Physicians: Physician perspectives about health care reform…
Over half of healthcare providers are having problems attracting experienced IT employees, according to a survey by Towers Watson, a global professional services company.
Ohio Foot and Ankle Center has opened a new office in Fairlawn, according to a report by The West Side Leader.
Glendale, Wis.-based Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare announced the opening of the Midwest Spine and Orthopedic Hospital, which is located on the campus of its Wisconsin Heart Hospital in Wauwatosa.