Orthopedic

Minnesota is the state where orthopedic surgeons are paid the most, according to the most recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, published at the beginning of April. 

Here are four updates on medtech company Smith+Nephew so far in 2024, as reported by Becker's. 

Dayton, Ohio-based Premier Health has launched a new program intended to interest more young women and minorities in pursuing orthopedic careers, according to a July 20 report from NBC affiliate WDTN. 

New York City-based Hospital for Special Surgery appointed new medical director roles in Florida.

State College, Pa.-based Penn Highlands Orthopedics and Sports Medicine added Jason Clark, DO, to its staff.

Warsaw, Ind.-based Zimmer Biomet, the largest employer in Kosciusko County, is threatening to exit the region if the state does not modernize a 155-mile stretch of nearby highway, according to a July 18 report from Inside Indiana Business.

Christopher Kaeding, MD, stepped into the role of president of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, the organization said July 14.

New York City-based Hospital for Special Surgery said July 19 that a global IT outage would delay some care, according to a LinkedIn post. 

Here are four orthopedic surgeons that have recently made headlines for completing "firsts" — such as debuting procedures and hitting significant procedure milestones in orthopedics, as reported by Becker's since July 2:

Whether to treat Medicare and Medicaid patients is often a difficult decision for providers, especially amid declining reimbursements.