Here are nine key notes on spine and orthopedic device companies:
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Douglas Comeau, DO, was appointed director of University Health Services and primary care sports medicine at Boston College.
Frank Phillips, MD, is the director of the division of spine surgery at Rush University Medical Center and practices with Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush in Chicago.
Here are two hospitals that are expanding or planning to expand spine programs this month:
Telehealth became a necessary tool for health systems and patients across the U.S. during the COVID-19 pandemic to access needed healthcare remotely.
Spinal implant developer Spinal Elements launched its MIS Ultra platform June 17, which aims to improve fixation and efficiency in spine surgeries.
Twenty-eight generic drugs in 405 dosages made their first appearance on the FDA's shortage list this year, according to a USA Today analysis.
Four spine practices expanding services or opening new locations this month:
Pioneers Medical Center in Meeker, Colo., will open an 11,000-square-foot facility expanding spine and orthopedic services July 8, The Business Times reports.
A missing orthopedic surgeon was found dead in a Luella, Texas, pond June 15, KXII reports.