As millions of Americans have turned to GLP-1 medications to lose weight, studies and specialists alike have expressed differing opinions on their safety, efficacy and likeliness to have any impact on the musculoskeletal industry.
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Orthopedic spine surgeon Antonio Webb, MD, has opened a spinal clinic in Schertz, Texas, according to a Feb. 3 report from News 4 San Antonio.
Michael Boblitz began his role as CEO of Athens (Ga.) Orthopedic Clinic on Feb. 3, according to a news release from the practice.
Around 76% of physicians believe that happiness and balance are attainable in their profession, according to Medscape's 2025 "Physician Mental Health and Well-Being Report," published Jan. 31.
Missoula (Mont.) Bone & Joint has added a joint replacement robot, according to a Feb. 3 report from NBC Montana.
Here are 12 orthopedic surgeons who joined new hospitals and health systems, as reported by Becker's in January:
Payer negotiations have often been tense with physicians and practice leaders. But some orthopedic leaders have explored ways to work with payers from a mutually beneficial standpoint.
Becker's reported on five health systems and practices with orthopedic expansion plans since Nov. 21.
Orthopedic surgeon Matthew Lavery, MD, vision as Indianapolis-based OrthoIndy's new president will continue on a flurry of wins for the practice.
Portland, Maine-based Spectrum Orthopaedics rebranded to Orthopaedic Associates of Maine and joined management services organization Growth Orthopedics, according to a Feb. 3 news release.