Orthopedic

The highest-paid orthopedic surgeon in New York City, the most populated city in the Northeast, earns $1,023,600 per year, according to Medscape’s salary reporter tool.  Orthopedic surgeons earn an average of $365,060 annually across the country, according to the Bureau…

Ramon Cugat, MD, PhD, performed knee surgery on Riqui Puig, a midfielder for the LA Galaxy.  Dr. Cugat completed an anterior cruciate ligament reconstructive surgery on Mr. Puig’s left knee, according to a Jan. 3 news release from the LA…

S. Clifton Willimon, MD, was named chief of orthopedics and sports medicine center at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, effective Jan. 1. Dr. Willimon specializes in advanced arthroscopic and reconstructive orthopedic surgical techniques, according to a Jan. 5 news release shared…

Here are more than 150 orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine physicians who joined new health systems, orthopedic practices and hospitals in 2025, as reported by Becker’s.  Note: This list is not exhaustive.

Benjamin Szerlip, DO, joined Austin Orthopedic in Texas, he said in a Jan. 2 LinkedIn post. Dr. Szerlip, a shoulder and sports medicine surgeon, previously worked at Hill Country Orthopedics in Austin, according to his LinkedIn profile. He earned his…

Becker’s reported on multiple professional athletes who had spine and orthopedic surgery in 2025. Note: This is not an exhaustive list. 1. Steven Choung, MD, performed surgery on Wilder Cartagena, a midfielder for Orlando City SC, at the Orlando (Fla.) Health Jewett…

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons had a busy 2025. Here are seven key updates to know: 1. The AAOS honored Brian Cole, MD; Nicholas Piuzzi, MD; Matthew Provencher, MD, and Brian Feeley, MD, for their research efforts. 2. Annunziato…

Here are six key updates from Johnson & Johnson’s orthopedic business in 2025: 1. Johnson & Johnson is planning to separate its orthopedic business, which will operate as DePuy Synthes. Namal Nawana, former executive chair and founder of Sapphiros, will…

Bethlehem, Pa.-based St. Luke’s University Health Network has been selected to participate in a clinical trial for the Inhance Shoulder System from DePuy Sythes.  The stemless system may preserve more natural bone and reduce bone loss. The trial will evaluate…

Here are 17 updates to know from orthopedic giant Zimmer Biomet’s busy 2025, as reported by Becker’s this year: