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The state of spinal fusion in 4 studies
Spinal fusion has been widely performed in spine care, but newer technologies and techniques have drawn more interest in recent years. Some spine surgeons even say that spinal fusion is becoming overutilized. -
Spine surgeon hits 500th sacroiliac joint fusion
Andy Kranenburg, MD, of Medford-based Southern Oregon Orthopedics completed his 500th sacroiliac joint fusion case. -
Neuralink's next goals
Another patient will get a Neuralink brain implant, The Wall Street Journal reported May 20. -
The state of total disc replacement in 6 studies
Total disc replacement is a procedure that continues to catch the interest of spine surgeons. Here are six recent studies that illustrate where the procedure is today and where it's heading. -
Dr. Andrew Cordover operates on WWE star
Andrew Cordover, MD, performed spine surgery on Todd James Smith, a WWE wrestler who works under the name Ivar. -
Neuralink fixes malfunction in 1st spine patient
The first human test subject of Elon Musk's brain chip implant company Neuralink has developed a problem with the device a few weeks following its insertion, according to a May 9 report from CNN. -
Spinal fusion reliance, open procedures and more: Spine trends to phase out
Some spine surgery trends that have prevailed are now reaching the point where they can be phased out. -
Texas health system adds spinal navigation, imaging tech
Wichita Falls, Texas-based United Regional Health Care System added Medtronic's StealthStation surgical navigation system and the O-Arm imaging tool, CBS affiliate KAUZ reported May 15. -
The 21 best ASCs for spinal fusion, per US News
U.S. News & World Report has named 218 ASCs as the top facilities for orthopedic and spine care in 2024. -
SynerFuse names spine surgeon medical advisory board chair, vice chair
Steven Falowski, MD, was named chair of SynerFuse's medical advisory board, and Deepak Reddy, MD was named vice chair. -
Northwestern neurosurgery director earns distinguished physician award
Drew Spencer, MD, medical director of neurosurgery at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital in Palos Heights, Ill., has received the inaugural St. George Foundation Distinguished Physician Award for neurosurgery. -
Meet the supply chain leaders of 3 top spine device companies
Leadership teams play a crucial role in running the top orthopedic and spine device companies nationwide. -
AANS honors Dr. Steve Glassman
The American Association of Neurological Surgeons named Steven Glassman, MD, an honorary member, a spokesperson for Norton Medical Group said. -
Here's what to look out for when joining a spine practice
Joining a spine practice takes more than finding a salary that's a good fit or managers you like. Physicians should also evaluate operational factors behind a prospective employer. -
Neurosurgeons and orthopedic spine surgeons see similar TLIF outcomes: Study
A matched analysis published in the June issue of Spine found experienced neurosurgeons and orthopedic spine surgeons had similar outcomes after transforaminal lumbar interbody fusions. -
4 places adopting endoscopic spine surgery
Endoscopic spine surgery is slowly gaining wider interest among spine surgeons. Becker's reported on four places adopting the procedure since December. -
Lessons 9 spine surgeons share with the next generation
The wisdom of mentors is often passed down and becomes important to new generations. Nine spine surgeons share tips and advice from their training days that they pass along. -
How spine codes developed since 2022
Spine surgeons are paying attention to developments in procedure codes, which can affect how patient care is documented and billed. -
Weight loss medication linked to repeat operations among lumbar surgery patients: Study
Weight loss and diabetes medication semaglutide has been linked to a significantly greater risk for repeat operations in patients with diabetes who require lumbar surgery, according to a May 8 report from Medscape. -
DOJ: Washington spine surgeon billed for unnecessary cases
CHI Franciscan Health, St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma, Wash., and former orthopedic surgeon Kevin Schoenfelder, MD, settled with the U.S. Justice Department over alleged unnecessary spine surgeries.
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