Spine
In the realm of spinal fusion surgery, the quest for faster, safer, and more reliable bone formation has led to…
Los Angeles orthopedic spine surgeon Robert Watkins, MD, will perform spine surgery on Green Bay Packers safety Sean Richardson, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
Here are 18 spine surgeons who were recently recognized or achieved notable accomplishments. If you would like to submit a spine surgeon recognition or accomplishment to our publication, please contact Laura at lmiller@beckershealthcare.com.
A recent study published in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery shows that obese patients have poorer outcomes after both surgical and non-surgical treatment for lumbar disc herniation.
Mesoblast, a regenerative medicine company, has announced the results of a Phase 2 clinical trial for lumbar spinal fusions using the company's NeoFuse product.
Two physicians have been added to the board of directors for the newly-created Society for Advanced Spinal Intervention.
Many surgery centers are considering the addition of spine surgery, a specialty that can boost profitability due to its high per-case revenue. This specialty is particularly appropriate for surgery centers already performing orthopedics because much of the necessary equipment may…
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Here are five tips for spine surgeons to collect more from negotiating better contracts with insurance carriers.
The New York Spine Institute affiliated with NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases recently launched its Facebook page.
Duke University has announced Benjamin A. Alman, MD, will be the new chair of orthopedic surgery.
Transitioning spine cases into the ambulatory surgery center takes time and effort from the spine surgeon, and selecting the right team can make a big difference.
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