Orthopedic

Private equity has completely revolutionized the culture of orthopedics, but has also opened surgeons’ eyes to their true value.  If executed properly, private equity’s involvement in the orthopedic space can actually provide value to both surgeons and patients. Three orthopedic…

The decision not to operate is often one of the most consequential choices orthopedic and spine surgeons make. Leaders told Becker’s that while surgery can offer life-changing benefits, the right answer is not always an operation, particularly when conservative treatment,…

Orthopedic surgery continues to evolve through advances in sports medicine, joint preservation, reconstruction, oncology and minimally invasive techniques. Across the country, a select group of surgeons is helping shape the field through clinical innovation, research leadership, education and advocacy. The…

For a growing number of independent orthopedic and musculoskeletal practices, Medicare participation is becoming a financial liability rather than a sustainable line of business. Practice leaders cite steady erosion of physician fee schedule payments, mounting administrative requirements and prior authorization…

Danville, Pa.-based Geisinger Health has appointed Mark Pallis, DO, as chair of its musculoskeletal institute.  Dr. Pallis, an orthopedic surgeon, joined the organization in 2019 and has been serving as interim chair of the institute since July 2025, according to…

Mercy Health — Springfield (Ohio) is relocating an orthopedic practice and adding neurosurgery services in Fairborn, Ohio. Orthopedic surgeon Chris Malone, DO, and physician assistant David Comer, PA-C, relocated their practice from Enon, Ohio. Dr. Malone began seeing patients at…

CMS and private insurers have made multiple moves affecting spine and orthopedic surgeons. Here are four updates to know since April 27. 1. CMS has proposed capping certain state Medicaid payments by more than $775 billion over 10 years, including…

From new technology acquisitions to regulatory clearances to leadership changes, here are 20 developments and updates from the biggest players in the orthopedic and spine medtech space, as reported by Becker’s since April 1: Johnson & Johnson/DePuy Synthes Medtronic Smith+Nephew…

A recently published study describes an intraoperative imaging technique designed to improve the accuracy of scaphoid fracture fixation, a common wrist surgery in which precise screw placement is critical to bone healing. The technique, known as the “bullseye” or “perfect…

Here are five orthopedic surgeons who joined new hospitals, health systems and practices, or entered into new leadership roles in May, as reported by Becker’s. Note: This list is not exhaustive.