From the newest artificial intelligence trends to the impact Ozempic will have on orthopedic and spine care in the coming years, musculoskeletal industry leaders have spoken with Becker's about several key industry trends in 2023.
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Jon Edgington, MD, an orthopedic surgery and joint specialist with the Community Care Network in Hobart and Valparaiso, Ind., recently performed the region's first two hinged knee replacements using Stryker's Mako robot.
Montrose (Colo.) Regional Health plans to open a new spine and pain center in February, according to a Dec. 17 report from the Montrose Press.
Tyber Medical earned FDA 510(k) clearance for its new distal radius system, according to a Dec. 18 news release.
Stryker will acquire Serf SAS, a France-based joint replacement company.
Texas Rangers right-hand pitcher Max Scherzer had back surgery, sidelining him until midseason, according to a Dec. 15 MLB report.
ZimVie is selling its spine business to HIG Capital for $375 million.
The healthcare industry has been struggling with major burnout, staffing and retention issues since the COVID-19 pandemic, and orthopedic surgeons are not immune.
German orthopedic and spinal devicemaker HG Medical is planning to establish a North American facility in Holland, Mich., with the aid of a $1.8 million grant from the state, according to a Dec. 13 post on LinkedIn.