Philadelphia-based Rothman Orthopaedics is expanding its team to a total of 214 physicians across three states by the end of 2026. Between May 2025 and December 2026, Rothman plans to add 41 physicians across specialties including sports medicine, joint replacement,…
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Wilford Gibson, MD, president of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, said he’s optimistic for the next generation of surgeons amid headwinds in the specialty. Fresh off the AAOS 2026 Annual Meeting, Dr. Gibson said he’s seeing a buzz among…
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Waltham, Mass.-based Northeast Orthopaedic Alliance named Stephen DeBiasi as its first CEO. Mr. DeBiasi assumed the role on Feb. 23, according to a March 17 news release shared with Becker’s. He most recently served as CEO of Curi Advisory, and…