Orthopedic

The 3D printing in medical applications market is expected to reach $0.9 billion by 2019, according to a new report from Transparency Market Research.

David Altchek, MD, recently performed elbow surgery on Blue Jays left-hander Daniel Norris, according to an ESPN report.

Tad L. Gerlinger, MD, was recently awarded the 2014 Uniformed Services University Alumni Military Medicine Award for outstanding achievement.  

The Food and Drug Administration cleared 37 orthopedic- and spine-related devices in September.

Medical device manufacturer BD plans to acquire CareFusion for $12.2 billion.

European Union regulators have begun an in-depth probe into Zimmer's planned acquisition of Biomet, according to a Wall Street Journal report.

Danbury (Conn.) Orthopedics' physicians are the first in Connecticut to perform advanced joint replacement procedures using MAKOplasty, a robotic surgical treatment option.

Olympia (Wash.) Orthopaedics Associates added Greg Brown, MD, to its medical staff, according to a Thurston Talk report.

Birmingham-based Alabama Orthopedic Spine & Sports Medicine Associates broke ground on a new facility in Trussville, Ala., according to a Birmingham Business Journal report.

Here are seven orthopedic surgeons who have treated or will soon treat professional athletes.