Orthopedic

Patients who received preoperative counseling before ACL reconstruction used significantly fewer opioids after surgery without reporting more pain, according to a July 23 news release from the Baltimore-based University of Maryland School of Medicine. The randomized clinical trial, published in…

Ellie Van Gilder, PA-C, has joined the orthopedic surgery team at Essentia Health-Duluth (Minn.) Clinic, according to a July 23 news release. Ms. Van Gilder earned her degree from Midwestern University in Glendale, Ariz., and is certified by the National…

Bruce Ziran, MD, joined Atlanta Orthopaedic Institute. He is an internationally recognized orthopedic trauma surgeon with more than 30 years of experience, according to a July 17 news release shared with Becker’s. His expertise includes complex fractures and polytrauma management,…

Nicholas Lemme, MD, will join the sports medicine team at Providence, R.I.-based University Orthopedics, according to a July 22 news release shared with Becker’s. Returning to his native Rhode Island from a sports medicine fellowship at Rush University Medical Center…

Houston is the best-paying city for orthopedic surgeons with one to seven years of experience, according to Medscape’s salary explorer.  Here are the 10 best-paying cities for orthopedic surgeons with one to seven years of experience in any practice setting: 

Miami-based Nicklaus Children’s Hospital added an EOSedge imaging system for spine and orthopedic patients, according to a July 22 news release. The EOSedge system creates full-body 3D images in a standing position for patients and provides precise measurements of anatomical…

Johnson & Johnson is partnering with Pacira BioSciences for osteoarthritis of the knee, according to a July 22 news release. The agreement adds Zilretta, an injectable osteoarthritis treatment, to Johnson & Johnson’s portfolio. The companies will also participate in shared…

TriState Health in Clarkston, Wash., plans to open TriState Orthopedics on its main hospital campus later in 2025, according to a July 21 news release. Orthopedic surgeon Bryan Beardsley, MD, will work at the clinic, which will have a full…

David Altchek, MD, co-chief emeritus of sports medicine and shoulder service at New York City-based Hospital for Special Surgery, is remembered for the impact of his mentorship among HSS physicians and leaders today. Dr. Altchek died July 17 at age…

Surgical clinics are unlocking new levels of efficiency and revenue by eliminating manual processes and communication gaps that often delay or cancel procedures. During a June 23 presentation hosted by Becker’s Healthcare and LeanTaaS, leaders from Ankle & Foot Specialists…