A number of Becker’s Spine Review most-read articles this month covered changes to CMS, the independent practice fight and medtech company updates. Here are the top 10 most-read spine and orthopedic articles from Becker’s in June:
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Here are more than 60 orthopedic surgeons who joined new hospitals, health systems and practices, or entered into new leadership roles during the first half of 2026, as reported by Becker’s. Note: This list is not exhaustive.
Orthopedic medtech company Zimmer Biomet has agreed to acquire an FDA-approved pain relief device for osteoarthritis and knee pain from Pacira BioSciences for $140 million. Pacira BioSciences is divesting its iovera system, a drug-free medical device that relieves pain through…
From world first’s procedures to new technology and device debuts, here are 50 milestone firsts in spine and orthopedic surgery, as reported by Becker’s in the first half of 2026. Note: This list is not exhaustive.
Cynthiana, Ky.-based Harrison Memorial Hospital added two orthopedic surgeons to its staff. Cody Lane, DO, and Joshua Owens, MD, joined the hospital, providing services including fractures, sports injuries and total joint replacements, according to a June 29 news release from…
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For young orthopedic surgeons, having the full, long-term outlook of a practice before signing on is crucial, but is something that can be overlooked. Private equity has changed the business dynamics of orthopedics, and understanding those nuances is critical. These…
Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company has appointed Ashley Vertuno as CEO of its Arizona market. In the role, Ms. Vertuno will provide strategic leadership to the platform and oversee The CORE Institute and The CORE Institute Specialty Hospital, both located in…
The first clinical use cases with Advita Ortho’s next-generation knee replacement platform have been completed in Japan. The platform uses Activit-E polyethylene technology in the Truliant knee system combined with Advita GPS surgical navigation and Newton balancing intelligence, according to…
A 79,500-square-foot orthopedic aASC and medical office building opened in Waltham, Mass., in June 2026, becoming the largest facility of its kind in Greater Boston by total footprint. According to a June 30 news release shared with Becker’s, the center…
Medtech company Zimmer Biomet has secured $2.75 billion through two new revolving credit agreements, according to a June 29 report from Street Insider. Zimmer Biomet entered into a five-year revolving credit facility of $1.5 billion that matures on June 26,…