Sigurd Berven, MD, has completed the first clinical use of NovApproach Spine's OneLIF interbody fusion device.
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Here are five orthopedic surgeons who moved to new practices or added to their titles since June 9:
Medtronic has had a busy first half of 2022 as it has built its leadership team, strengthened its portfolio through acquisitions and made strides in its spine technology.
Fuse Medical and Oxford Performance Materials are partnering to develop spine and orthopedic implants with the OstepFab poly-ether-ketone-ketone technology.
A negligence and medical malpractice lawsuit against an insurer has been picked up by the family of a patient who died during the litigation process.
Here's a recap of 10 noteworthy industry happenings and developments in June:
Reliance Medical Systems, its owners and two of its physician-owned distributorships will pay a $1 million settlement to settle allegations they violated the False Claims Act by paying spine surgeons to use Reliance devices.
Omaha-based OrthoNebraska was struck with a data breach that put some patient information at risk, Omaha World Herald reported June 30.
May/June 2022 Issue of Becker's Spine Review
Robotic-assisted surgery offers increased accuracy, efficiency and safety. However, as the technology becomes more complex, the risk of security breaches, network interruptions, latency and equipment failure need to be addressed, Semiconductor Engineering reported June 30.