The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons has awarded more than $260,000 to 14 programs through its 2026 Inspiring Diversity, Equity and Access grant program. The initiative funds efforts to expand access to orthopaedic education, support pathway and retention programs, and…
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A lawsuit filed in Delaware Court of Chancery by the Exactech Litigation Trust alleges that private equity firm TPG, among other entities, concealed known defects in implant components. Following its acquisition of Exactech in 2018, private equity firm TPG concealed…
Medical device company Advita Ortho has received a U.S. patent for an AI-enabled surgical planning framework. The algorithm helps surgeons prioritize the variables in joint replacement procedures, such as implant alignment, sizing and soft tissue balance, rather than balancing each…
Creating work-life balance and building up their business acumen is crucial for young surgeons joining the orthopedic and spine industries to avoid burnout and create longevity. There are roadblocks facing young surgeons who want to make a career in private…
Stryker, Johnson & Johnson and Zimmer Biomet posted their fourth-quarter and full-year financial results for 2025, along with data on their spine orthopedic sales. Here is how they compare: Stryker 2025 sales: $25.1 billion (+11.2%) 2025 Orthopedics: $9.5 billion (+4.3%)…
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Cleveland Clinic has been named the official healthcare provider of the PGA Tour and PGA tour Champions through 2032. As part of the multi-year partnership, Cleveland Clinic will provide orthopedic, sports medicine and performance services to players on-site and remotely.…
Keith Meister, MD, performed shoulder surgery on Andrew Saalfrank, a pitcher for the Arizona Diamondbacks, according to a Feb. 9 report from Arizona Republic. The left shoulder procedure will cause Mr. Saalfrank to miss the entirety of the upcoming 2026…
Neal Clement, MD, a co-founder at Florence-based North Alabama Bone and Joint Clinic died, the practice said in a Feb. 9 LinkedIn post. Dr. Clement was one of the Founding Fathers of the practice when it was formed in 1993,…
Bert Mandelbaum, MD, performed knee surgery on Jimmy Butler, a player for the Golden State Warriors, in Los Angeles. The surgery was to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee, according to a Feb. 9 news release…
Zimmer Biomet’s fourth quarter and full year sales increased, according to financial results posted Feb. 10. Seven things to know: 1. Full year sales reached $8.2 billion, a 7.2% increase year over year. 2. Knee sales in 2025 were $3.3…