Orthopedic

A study published in The American Journal of Sports Medicine found matrix-induced autologous chondrocyte implantation treatment for knee cartilage defects yields "encouraging" outcomes.

Bruce Albert, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon at Irvine, Calif.-based Elite Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. He specializes in treating both knee and shoulder problems.

Rockford-based OrthoIllinois welcomed Kevin Carlile, MD, to its staff, according to rrstar.com.

James Bennett, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon with the Houston-based Fondren Orthopedic Group.

Orthopedic Associates of Hawaii is expanding with the addition of its new office in Central Oahu, according to Pacific Business News.

Wausau, Wis.-based Aspirus Iron River Hospital & Clinics has added Kenneth Pherson, DO, to its medical team, according to Iron Mountain Daily News.

J. Mack Aldridge III, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon at Triangle Orthopaedic Associates, a practice with offices throughout North Carolina. His clinical interests include the treatment of hand and upper extremity conditions.

Freehold, N.J.-based Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute compiled its New Year's resolutions for orthopedic health.

Gregory G. Gallant, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon at Rothman Institute, a Philadelphia-based physician group with office locations throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. His clinical interests include disorders of the hand, elbow and shoulder.

A study in Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery investigated the functional and mental health outcomes of orthopedic trauma patients who underwent either lower-limb amputation or lower-limb salvage.