Orthopedic

Six orthopedic surgeons were named to leadership positions in January.

Since Oct. 1, Becker's reported on four orthopedic groups receiving donations to their programs.

New York City-based Hospital for Special Surgery has received a $7.5 million donation to support the construction of a new orthopedic surgical center in Naples, Fla., according to a Jan. 30 report from South Florida Hospital News.

Robert Boyd, MD, a former chief of the spine service at Boston-based Massachusetts General Hospital, died at age 94, according to a Jan. 30 obituary. 

The 59th Super Bowl is set to take place Feb. 9, with the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles facing off in New Orleans. 

Baptist Health Orthopedic Care has added Aldo Riesgo, MD, to its staff, according to a Jan. 27 report from South Florida Hospital News.

Orthopedic device company Enovis is planning a new manufacturing facility in Austin, Texas, according to a Jan. 29 report from Mass Device.

While orthopedic surgeons are paving the way for new procedures in 2025, old procedures that have been around for decades may be the key to cost effectiveness this year. 

Zimmer Biomet has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase Paragon 28, a medical device company focused exclusively on foot-and-ankle orthopedics. 

Woodland Park, Colo.-based Pikes Peak Orthopedics has formed a partnership with Colorado-based Community Paramedics, according to a Jan. 27 report from the Pikes Peak Courier.