Johnson & Johnson’s plans to spin off its orthopedics business is underway, and the move is expected to, leaders said in its third quarter 2025 earnings call. “We continue to invest at industry leading levels in our pipeline and portfolio…
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Culture isn’t built overnight, it takes ongoing commitment from every individual to obtain the beneficial outcomes and culture that organizations pursue. Programs rewarding excellence, reinforcing core principles and providing opportunities for growth are among the common themes of how these…
Wallowa Memorial Hospital in Enterprise, Ore., has expanded its orthopedic program by adding two surgeons, according to an Oct. 17 report from The Observer. Tim Neuschwander, MD, and Gregory Irvine, MD, will provide orthopedic services at the hospital one week…
Neal ElAttrache, MD, performed elbow surgery on Carlos Rodón, a pitcher for the New York Yankees, on Oct. 15 in Los Angeles. The procedure was to remove loose bodies and shave down a bone spur in Mr. Rodón’s left elbow,…
The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery has selected Charles Nelson, MD, as its next president. Dr. Nelson is chief of adult reconstruction surgery at the University of Pennsylvania Health System and professor of orthopedic surgery at the Hospital of the…
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EmergeOrtho has added Ruben Torrez, MD, to its Triad Region staff. Dr. Torrez is a sports medicine physician specializing in the nonsurgical treatment of musculoskeletal conditions and sports-related injuries, according to a Sept. 12 news release from EmergeOrtho. His specialty…
As orthopedic programs balance innovation, value and patient outcomes, few areas have advanced as quickly as foot and ankle surgery. Ettore Vulcano, MD, chief of Columbia University’s division of orthopedics at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach, Fla., is…
Chris Ahmad, MD, performed shoulder surgery on Anthony Volpe, the shortstop for the New York Yankees on Oct. 14. The procedure was to repair a partially torn labrum in Mr. Volpe’s left shoulder, according to an Oct. 15 news release…
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons reported more than 53,000 procedures in its 2025 “Shoulder & Elbow Registry” annual report — a 47% increase in submissions compared to last year. The registry reflects 10 years of data collected from 715…
Strong culture often leads to improvements across the board of orthopedic practices and organizations, according to these leaders. From improved patient care to enhanced efficiency to organizational growth, culture has an organizationwide impact. These three CEOs recently connected with Becker’s…