Orthopedic

Brian Cole, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, has been appointed to the Dr. Ralph and Marian C. Falk Professorship of Biochemistry at Rush University in Chicago.

Here are 10 orthopedic surgeons to know:

Riverside Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Specialists reports high patient engagement for its newly launched digital program, called Joint University. 

Here are eight updates from orthopedic devicemakers since July 19:

CEOs are on the move in the medtech industry, with several spine and orthopedic device companies appointing new leaders this year:

The American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons Political Action Committee uses collected funds to lobby for the interests of orthopedic surgeons and practices through supporting candidates, ballot measures and other political interests. 

Union Health Orthopedics is expanding joint replacement services in the Wabash Valley, thanks to a new partnership with the Indiana Joint Replacement Institute, according to an Aug. 17 report from ABC affiliate WTWO. 

New York City-based Hospital for Special Surgery is collaborating with Transcarent, an insurance company for employees of self-insured employers.

Dr. Neal ElAttrache performed flexor tendon surgery on star left-handed Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal, the MLB said Aug. 17.

CMS' proposed rule for 2023 has been met with criticism from orthopedic surgeons, especially with its plans to decrease the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule.