Orthopedic

Two Republican orthopedic surgeons from Oregon and Montana and one independent surgeon from Alaska are vying for congressional seats this year:

Parkview Health System's planned orthopedic hospital in Pueblo, Colo., is set to open by the end of August or early September, The Pueblo Chieftain reported April 22.

A retired orthopedic surgeon is running for the congressional seat in Oregon's 5th District, The Statesman Journal reported April 22.

The migration of outpatient procedures, consolidation under orthopedic supergroups and innovative technologies were among the top trends surgeons credited with saving the specialty. 

The Justice Department announced two cases of fraud involving orthopedic surgeons in the last month.

Elemer Raffai, MD, was indicted in connection with a $10 million scheme to defraud Medicare, the Justice Department said April 21.

From past mentors to notable figures in the community, three orthopedic surgeons shared who they dream of collaborating with in the operating room.

Shriners Hospitals for Children in Springfield, Mass., will close its remaining inpatient beds and convert to an outpatient clinic model, local NBC affiliate WWLP reported April 20.

Telehealth provider Amwell added services including musculoskeletal care, the platform said April 20.

Victoria Stevens, MD, will be inducted into The Arizona Women’s Hall of Fame, The Arizona Silver Belt reported April 19.