Orthopedic

The mortality rate after two-stage total knee revision for periprosthetic joint infection is high, according to an meta-analysis in The Journal of Arthroplasty.

Here are 16 orthopedic surgeons making headlines:

Brian J. Rebolledo, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon at Scripps Health in San Diego.

Keivan Abtahi, DO, joined Integris Baptist Medical Center in Oklahoma City, The Journal Record reports.

James Huston, MD, joined Lawrence (Kan.) Memorial Health, according to Lawrence Journal World.

Michael Hovig Abdulian, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon at Adventist Health Glendale (Calif.)

The American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society recognized Ruth Thomas, MD, with its inaugural Women's Leadership Award.

Orthopedic surgeon James Ware, DO, joined Midland-based MidMichigan Physicians Group, according to Midland Daily News.

Calvin Schlepp, MD, will join Helena (Mont.) Orthopaedic Clinic in September, according to Helena Independent Record.

Orthopedic surgeon Christopher J. Lang, MD, joined Providence Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Spokane, Wash., according to The Spokesman-Review.