Six orthopedic and spine surgeons and industry members discuss the current state of surgeon relationships with device companies and what might be in store for the future.
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Peter Mitchell, MD, performed surgery on Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Stephen Drew to repair torn ligaments sustained during a slide into home plate, according to an MLB report.
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Beyond the C3 level, 3mm cervical pedicle screws are safe for application, according to a study published in Spine.
New York-based FAIR Health will soon launch a free website to utilize "fair and open methodology" for looking up healthcare provider and physician charges nationwide, according to a Colorado Medicine report.
James Andrews, MD, performed ulnar collateral ligament repair on Oakland Athletics pitcher Brett Anderson after platelet-rich plasma injections failed to relieve his pain.
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