Durham, N.C.-based EmergeOrtho is expanding its practice and opening a new location in Statesville, N.C., according to an April 10 report from Iredell Free News. 

ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence chatbot created by research laboratory OpenAI, is now being used nationwide for a variety of functions, from aiding physicians to answering users' questions. 

From a Stryker executive to the founder of Globus Medical, eight Americans who earned their wealth from orthopedics- and spine-related ventures have been named to Forbes' annual "World's Billionaires List." 

Detroit-based Henry Ford Health appointed orthopedic surgeon and shoulder specialist Jonathan Braman, MD, as its chair and medical director of orthopedic services. 

Here are five notable orthopedic and spine whistleblower lawsuits that Becker's has reported on since February 2022. 

Here are three moves from Philadelphia-based Rothman Orthopaedic Institute that Becker's has reported on since March 14: 

Philadelphia-based Rothman Orthopaedic Institute and Conner Strong & Bucklew, an insurance brokerage and employee benefits consulting firm are partnering to form Rothman Direct.

Researchers at Orlando-based University of Central Florida are developing orthopedic implants that are bioabsorbable, according to an April 10 feature from the university.

From New York Bone & Joint Specialists to Mayfield Brain & Spine, here are eight orthopedic and spine practices that have opened or are planning to open new office locations this year. 

Below is a list of 10 orthopedic surgeons who have made a positive impact on their organizations and the profession. 

Three orthopedic surgeons connected with Becker's to discuss what they are most afraid of.

There are 3,065 active orthopedic sports medicine surgeons, according to the Association of American Medical College's "2022 Physician Specialty Data Report."

Orthopedic surgeon Justin Duke, MD, joined Samaritan Health Services, based in Corvallis, Ore., according to an April 7 report by Newport News Times.

Medical office buildings can house several different medical specialists, including orthopedics. Here are four medical office buildings making space for orthopedic care this year:

The FDA issued a reminder about Exactech's recalled joint replacement devices, The Legal Examiner reported April 6.

The orthopedic workforce has the smallest percentage of female surgeons compared to any other physician specialty, according to 2022 data from the Association of American Medical Colleges, with women making up only 5.9 percent of the active workforce. 

Michelle Carlson, MD, performed wrist surgery on Naz Reid, a player for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the National Basketball Association, on April 5 in New York City.

One hundred percent of open orthopedic residency spots were filled in 2023, with New York filling the most open slots, according to data from the National Resident Matching Program.

There are seven states in the U.S. without an accredited orthopedic residency program, according to 2023 data from the National Resident Matching Program. 

The Springdale (Ark.) Planning Commission has approved development plans for the Northwest Arkansas Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine of Little Rock-based University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, according to an April 5 report from the Arkansas Democrat Gazette.