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Kuros Biosciences received FDA 510(k) clearance to extend its MagnetOs Putty indications to use as a standalone bone graft in the extremities and pelvis.
Kuros Biosciences' MagnetOs is a suitable alternative to autograft for spinal fusion when used as a standalone graft, according to an animal study in JOR Spine.
Gov.-elect Ron DeSantis (R-Fla.) and Lt. Gov.-elect Jeanette Nuñez (R-Fla.) appointed orthopedic surgeon Andrew Borom, MD, to the Transition Advisory Committee on Health and Wellness, according to Sunshine State News.
Shannon Kelly, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon at Washington, D.C.-based Children's National Health System.
Atlantic City, N.J.-based AtlantiCare partnered with Operation Walk USA to provide free hip replacement surgery to two patients in need, according to The Press of Atlantic City.
Watford, N.D.-based McKenzie County Healthcare System welcomed orthopedic surgeon Ravindra Joshi, MD, according to MyNDNow.com.
Benjamin Domb, MD, repaired Golden State Warriors center Damian Jones' left pectoral muscle, according to a team press release.
Benjamin Berenfeld, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City.
NuVasive received FDA 510(k) clearance for expanded use of its Monolith Corpectomy System.