Orthopedic

Autonomy is an important part of what it means to be a surgeon. 

Orthopedic surgeons remain the highest-paid physician specialists in 2024, with an average annual salary of $558,000, according to Medscape's 2024 "Physician Compensation Report," published April 12. 

Here are five athletes that have undergone or plan to undergo surgery that Becker's has reported on since April 5:  

Glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists have become a hot topic in healthcare as questions remain on how it will affect the industry as a whole.

Dilhan Abeyewardene, MD, joined Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.

Osso VR launched Apple Vision Pro apps for carpal tunnel release and total knee replacement, the company said April 11.

Peter Millett, MD, is set to perform shoulder surgery on Jack Hughes, a player for the New Jersey Devils, on April 10 in Vail, Colo.

Tim Kremchek, MD, is set to perform elbow surgery on Tejay Antone, a pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds, on April 12.

Becker's reported on eight spine and orthopedic devices earning approvals and clearances from the FDA in the first quarter of 2024.

Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story will travel to Los Angeles to undergo a season-ending shoulder surgery performed by Neal ElAttrache, MD, according to an April 9 report from Newsweek.