Tenex Health announced the appointment of Bernard Morrey, MD, to the newly-created position of chief medical officer.
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OrthoSensor has developed a system that can monitor movement and applied forces from within an implant and relay the data wirelessly to the surgeon, said Jay Pierce, the company’s CEO, in an interview with The Atlantic this month.
A major U.S. drug maker is developing a test to combat infection in patients receiving hip and knee replacements, according to a Fox News report.
In an effort to boost patient engagement, Advanced Spinal Rehab in Lincoln, Neb., has launched a website to educate patients about chiropractic and physical therapy, the center announced.
U.S. drug regulators may allow companies to restart clinical trials centered on osteoarthritis painkillers that carry a risk of joint damage, according to a Reuters report.
Google+ can increase search engine optimization for physicians because content shared on Google+ is favored in searches made using Google's searching engine, according to Software Advice report.
Resurrection Medical Group in Chicago has announced the addition of Joseph C. Sheehan, MD, and Randon Johnson, MD, both orthopedic physicians, according to a Healthcare Global report.
An investment by the Cleveland Clinic has helped Medina (Ohio) Hospital open a $2.2 million orthopedic and spine center, according to a Columbus Morning Call report.
Electronic patient records may increase healthcare costs by leading physicians to order tests more often, according to a study reported in the New York Times.
The Kentucky House of Representatives yesterday approved a bill to increase regulation on pain management facilities and physicians prescribing pain medication, according to an Associated Press report.