Physician autonomy remains more important than ever in the orthopedic landscape, but it has to look different compared to past decades, Michael Meneghini, MD, said. Dr. Meneghini, CEO of Noblesville, Ind.-based Indiana Orthopedic Institute, spoke about what this shift looks…
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Kenneth Krackow, MD, a pioneer of joint replacement and arthroplasty procedures, died Jan. 9. Dr. Krackow was an orthopedic surgeon and professor of orthopedics at the University of Buffalo (N.Y.) Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, according to a…
Orthopedic leaders say patient expectations have changed significantly in recent years, influenced by advances in technology, greater access to information and growing consumerism in healthcare. Question: What’s the biggest shift you’ve seen in orthopedic patient expectations over the last five…
Advanced Orthopedics New England has added walk-in orthopedic urgent care services at its Bloomfield, Conn., location. The clinic offers same-day evaluations and treatment for musculoskeletal issues, including sprains, fractures, joint pain and sports injuries, according to a Jan. 29 news…
Stryker saw $25.1 billion in revenue for the full year 2025, according to financial results posted Jan. 29. Six things to know: 1. Full-year sales were up 11.2% compared to 2024. 2. Full-year orthopedic net sales were $9.5 billion, a…
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The Longevity Centers of America in West Palm Beach, Fla., has introduced NanoScope needle arthroscopy to expand its orthopedic and regenerative medicine services. The minimally invasive system uses a needle-sized camera to provide real-time, in-joint visualization without surgical incisions or…
Medtech company Advita Ortho has launched its next-generation GPS Shoulder system, updating its navigation platform with a new station and software. Howard Routman, DO, completed the first cases using the system at JFK Medical Center in Atlantis, Fla., according to…
Bradenton, Fla.-based Coastal Orthopedics completed its first outpatient total ankle replacement, according to a Jan. 28 news release shared with Becker’s. Matthew Pacana, MD, performed the milestone case at Coastal Orthopedics’ ASC. Total ankle replacement includes general anesthesia and a…
Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic in Fargo, N.D., has added Temitayo Olabisi, MD, to its staff. Dr. Olabisi is an orthopedic and sports medicine specialist. He completed a residency in family medicine at Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis and a…
Pasadena, Calif.-based Shriners Children’s Southern California has appointed Ozgur Dede, MD, to serve as chief of staff. Dr. Dede is an orthopedic surgeon with specialities in general pediatric orthopedics, neuromuscular disease, spine deformity and foot and hip deformity in newborns…