Spine surgery is rapidly evolving as minimally invasive procedures, robotics, motion-preserving implants and AI-driven technologies transform how complex spinal conditions are treated. Across the eastern U.S., spine surgeons are leading advances in research, surgical innovation and patient care while helping…
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Several health systems and practices are seeking orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine specialists. Here are 10 places seeking to fill roles, using LinkedIn’s job search tool. Note: This is not an exhaustive list.
About 14,100 orthopedic surgeons work in the U.S, and the mean annual wage is $373,570, according to the newest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, released May 15. Here are five things to know: Note: Pediatric orthopedic surgeons are not…
Medtech company Medtronic has appointed Rogerio Branco as chief operations and supply chain officer, according to a recent LinkedIn post from Mr. Branco. In the role, he is responsible for the performance and integration of the company’s global operations, including…
Orthopedic surgeons and the leaders behind orthopedic implant and robotics companies have seen overall gains in compensation. Here are seven breakdowns of both orthopedic surgeon and medtech CEO pay to know: 1. Orthopedic surgeons saw the highest average compensation of…
Carthage, Ill.-based Memorial Hospital is partnering with Quincy Medical Group to add spine services. Philip Meinhardt, MD, will join the hospital, according to a May 11 news release from the hospital. He has more than 16 years of experience and…
UNC Health Pardee Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Hendersonville, N.C. added J.D. Hales, III, MD, a nonoperative sports medicine physician, according to a May 13 news release. Hepecializes in non-operative orthopedic conditions and sports-related injuries, with clinical interests including minimally…
The FDA finalized its guidance on patient-matched guides for orthopedic implants. These guides have become a familiar part of orthopedic and spine surgery, and the FDA’s May 7 document sets expectations for manufacturers and surgeons. 10 things to know: 1.…
E. Antonio “Nino” Chiocca, MD, PhD, believes neurosurgery is entering one of the most transformative periods in its history. AI is beginning to reshape diagnosis. Robotics are redefining surgical precision. Gene therapy is pushing neurosurgery into diseases once considered untreatable.…
Former Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Tyrod Taylor reached a settlement in his lawsuit against David Gazzaniga, MD, mynewsla.com reported May 14. Mr. Taylor had a pain injection for cracked ribs in September 2020 when his lung was punctured. At the…