Practice Management

Phoenix-based OrthoArizona opened OrthoArizona South Gilbert, its newest full-service surgery center.

Compared to other specialists, neurosurgeons are most likely to face medical malpractice claims, according to an analysis published in World Neurosurgery.

The Specialty Surgical Center of Connecticut in Stamford started the first outpatient total joint replacement program in the state, according to the Stamford Patch.

Bradenton, Fla.-based Coastal Orthopedics promoted Jo-Ellen Converse, RN, its ambulatory surgery center director, according to Business Observer.

Molly Weiss, MD, was selected as CMO at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Ind., according to Inside Indiana Business.

Frisco, Colo.-based St. Anthony Summit Medical Center declined to renew its contract with Vail (Colo.) Summit Orthopaedics, according to the Summit Daily.

Newark, Del.-based First State Orthopaedics opened a new facility in Dover, Del., according to the Delaware State News.

Here are eight hospitals and health systems expanding spine programs.

Pittsburgh-based Allegheny Health Network opened AHN Neurosurgery at Saint Vincent Hospital in Erie, Pa, YourErie.com reports.

Women's Choice Award named Fall River, Mass.-based Saint Anne's Hospital as one of America's Best Hospitals for Orthopedics, Sippican Week reported. This is the second year the hospital received the award.