Orthopedic practices are facing a generational workforce transition. With an aging surgeon population, persistent burnout and shifting expectations from younger physicians, leaders are rethinking how to recruit, retain and sustain surgical talent. The focus is moving from filling positions to…
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Cheyenne (Wyo.) Regional Medical Center has added the CORI Surgical System for robotic knee replacements. The system can provide quicker recoveries, faster return of function, earlier discharge and wider implant options, according to a recent news release from the center. …
Charlotte, N.C.-based Novant Health has opened an orthopedic and sports medicine practice in Greenville, S.C. Novant Health Orthopedics & Sports Medicine – Congaree is led by Michael Kissenberth, MD, according to a Nov. 6 news release from Novant Health. Dr.…
Globus Medical’s third quarter sales hit $760 million, a 22.9% increase year over year, according to financial results posted Nov. 6. Five things to know: 1. Revenue growth was driven by a 10% increase in the U.S. spine business, CEO…
Spine medtech company Carlsmed saw $13.1 million in third quarter revenue, according to financial results posted Nov. 6. Five things to know: 1. Quarterly revenue grew 98% year over year. 2. The company saw an $8.5 million net loss. Operating…
Of Healthgrades’ top 100 hospitals for spine surgery, 27 are in the West. Here are the best hospitals in the West by state. Alaska Alaska Regional Hospital (Anchorage) California Adventist Health Glendale Adventist Health Sierra Vista (San Luis Obispo) Community…
Acute pain management remains fragmented across hospitals and departments. Protocols vary by unit. Teams operate in silos. Nonopioid options are underused. Patients fall through the cracks — especially during transitions of care. Without a coordinated approach, health systems face higher…
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Anthem’s upcoming facility administrative policy limiting the use of out-of-network clinicians at participating hospitals is drawing sharply different reactions from orthopedic leaders who agree on protecting patients, but diverge on how best to get there. Kevin Bozic, MD, chair of…
Here are six spine devices and technologies earning FDA nods since Oct. 1. 1. Sync-AR earned FDA clearance for SyncAR Spine, a platform that combines XR tools and AI algorithms to support surgeons. 2. Centinel Spine received FDA premarket approval…
Dallas-based MedCAD has received 510 (k) FDA clearance for its AccuStride fixation plates. The plates are part of the company’s complete foot and ankle system, which is designed to be used for revision procedures, deformities, arthritic or diabetic conditions and…