Christopher Klifto, MD, performed the first arthroplasty case using the Cori shoulder robot, Smith+Nephew said in a March 5 LinkedIn post. The Cori shoulder system is a handheld device that supports robotic execution, including humeral cut and glenoid prep. Dr.…
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Stabilization, unity and staying humble define how John Crockarell, MD, is leading Campbell Clinic in 2026. Dr. Crockarell was named chief of staff of the Memphis, Tenn.-based practice in January. Although the practice has a prominent place in the region’s…
James Womack, MD, completed the first surgery in the world using Think Surgical’s Tmini miniature robotic system in combination with the Stryker Triathlon knee system. The new knee replacement procedure aims to expand implant compatibility and improve surgical accuracy, efficiency…
MaineHealth Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Belfast, Maine, has added Zethariah Zielinski, DO. Dr. Zielinski is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in anterior hip replacements, according to a March 4 news release from MaineHealth. He will perform anterior hip replacements…
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Indiana has partnered with Indianapolis-based OrthoIndy and Franciscan Health’s Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics in Carmel to create a narrow orthopedic network that the insurer says can cut costs for joint replacement and…
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Halifax Health Medical Center in Daytona Beach,Fla., has completed its first robotic-assisted total knee replacement using Johnson & Johnson’s Velys robot. The procedure was performed by orthopedic surgeon Brian Hatten, MD, of the Orthopedic Clinic in Daytona Beach, according to…
Philadelphia-based Rothman Orthopaedics has been consistently recognized on the national level and has a reach across states. Nine things to know: 1. Rothman has more than 190 physicians and 10 subspecialties. 2. Rothman sees more than 255,000 new patients annually.…
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons named its top leadership for 2026, according to March 4 announcements. Wilford Gibson, MD is president. He has more than a decade of leadership experience within the AAOS including serving as chair of the…
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons recognized three researchers for their contributions to orthopaedics during its 2026 annual meeting in New Orleans. Johnny Huard, PhD, received the Arnold I. Caplan Award for Distinguished Research in Orthobiologics. Dr. Huard is chief…
Wilford Gibson, MD, is the 94th president of The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Gibson is an orthopedic surgeon with Atlantic Orthopaedic Specialists in Norfolk, Va., according to a March 4 news release. He has more than a decade…