Philadelphia-based Rothman Orthopaedics has renewed the terms of three physician leaders, with the new appointments set to begin at the end of 2026. Alexander Vaccaro, MD, PhD, was unanimously re-elected as president. Dr. Vaccaro has served in the role since…
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Spine Medicine & Surgery of Long Island has opened a practice in Huntington, N.Y., marking its third location. The Huntington office offers diagnostic, interventional and surgical services, including minimally invasive spine surgery, pain management procedures and joint therapies, according to…
From first-in-state surgical innovations to new practice models centered on patient autonomy, orthopedic surgeons across the country are pushing boundaries and reshaping musculoskeletal care. Here are five who made headlines in the past month: The arthroscopic, retrograde system, the first…
More than 80 spine surgeons moved to new practices and/or added to their titles in 2025. Note: This is not an exhaustive list. This list was updated Dec. 8. To add a surgeon to this list, please email Carly Behm…
From navigating new technologies to balancing work and family, eight spine surgeons shared their biggest focuses headed into 2026. Note: Responses were lightly edited for clarity. Question: What’s your top priority for 2026? Why? Chester Donnally, MD. Texas Spine Consultants…
The Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation added Erika DeLeon as its new vice president of innovation & partnerships. Ms. DeLeon has more than 15 years of experience in leading strategic partnerships, and she previously was COO for the Journal of…
Surgeons at the University of Utah performed the first patient procedure with the Reverse ChondroMatch system to repair cartilage lesions. The system is the first arthroscopic, retrograde osteochondral allograft tool that is designed for 8-14 mm lesions and allows surgeons…
Despite being the financial backbone of hospitals, operating rooms remain riddled with inefficiencies: idle robots, unclaimed block time, reactive staffing and costly delays. This is the OR efficiency paradox. Hospitals have more surgical data than ever but still struggle to…
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Sohaib Hashmi, MD, said the specialty’s future is bright because of its evolving workforce and the innovations on the horizon. Dr. Hashmi, of UCI Health in Orange, Calif., outlined three points of hope in the field. Note: This response was…
Germantown, Tenn.-based Campbell Clinic Orthopaedics has added Colin Ackerman, MD, to its physician team. Dr. Ackerman is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand, wrist and elbow care. He performs procedures such as carpal tunnel release, ganglion cyst excision, wrist…