Globus Medical introduced its DuraPro drill with navigation for spine and orthopedic surgery, according to a July 16 news release. DuraPro helps prevent soft tissue wrapping and retains a natural sensation similar to spinning drills. The system integrates with ExcelsiusGPS…
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CMS’ proposed rules for hospital outpatient departments and ASCs includes plans to remove several orthopedic procedures from its inpatient-only list. The plan would phase out the IPO list over three years, starting with the removal of 285 mostly musculoskeletal procedures…
Newport Beach, Calif.-based Hoag has opened a new healthcare center in San Clemente, Calif. The 20,000-square-foot facility is the system’s 13th health center, according to a July 14 news release from Hoag. Specialty services provided at the center include neuroscience,…
SurGenTec launched the Insite sterile implant and instrument kit for sacroiliac joint fusion, the company said July 15. The Insite kit includes a set of single-use instruments with a 3D-printed titanium implant, according to a news release. The sterile set…
Madison-based Orthopedic & Spine Centers of Wisconsin added Jake Kraemer, MD, according to a July 14 LinkedIn post. Dr. Kraemer is an anesthesiologist and interventional pain physician specializing in spine, joint and nerve conditions. He will see patients at the…
Carlsmed, a spine medtech company, launched its initial public offering of 6.7 million shares of common stock, according to a June 15 news release. Common stock price is expected to be between $14 and $16 per share, and the company…
CMS is floating changes to the physician fee schedule for 2026, including two separate conversion factors and a 3.6% increase in physician pay. The July 14 proposal includes a conversion factor for qualifying alternative payment model participants and another for…
In just under three years, Alok Sharan, MD, has seen his practice, Spine and Performance Institute, grow as awake spine surgery gains traction. Dr. Sharan opened the Edison, N.J.-based practice in November 2022 to care for patients beyond the operating…
DISC Surgery Center at Marina del Rey (Calif.) is now in-network with Medicare, according to a July 15 news release. The ASC went in-network after meeting all qualifying health and safety standards under Conditions for Coverage. DISC Surgery Center at…
Here are the top four orthopedic residency programs, from Doximity’s 2025-2026 Residency Navigator. Note: Rankings are as of July 15, 2025. 1. Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell Medical Center (New York City) Size: 45 residents 2. Mayo Clinic College of Medicine…