The lateral lumbar interbody fusion, or extreme lateral interbody fusion, approach can be expanded to treat thoracic spine diseases, according to a study published in The Journal of Spinal Disorders & Techniques.
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The Mid-America Orthopaedic Association named new members to its leadership, including Gordon R. Bell, MD, as president of its board of directors, according to an AAOS Now report.
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The UNC Hospitals Imaging & Spine Center has achieved LEED Silver certification from the U.S. Green Building Council, according to a Business News report.
The Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America has honored two orthopedic surgeons with awards for outstanding practice and research, according to a report in AAOS Now.
Rothman Institute in Philadelphia recently announced the opening of its 15th office in the Philadelphia-South Jersey area. Mike West, CEO of Rothman Institute, discusses six key qualities of his orthopedic practice that have played a huge role in its success.
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