Spine

Cam Jurgens, a center for the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles, underwent spine surgery Feb. 18, ESPN reported. 

Meeker-based Colorado Advanced Orthopedics added the TOPS system for spine surgery, according to a Feb. 19 news release.

In 2025, spine surgeons are looking to push innovation and care forward through their research.

There are numerous factors that affect the cost of a cervical disc replacement, and researchers used a machine learning model to analyze key variables for a study published in the March 2025 issue of The Spine Journal.

As ASC case volume grows, single-specialty ASCs have an opportunity to shine, spine surgeon Choll Kim, MD, said.

Starting July 1, Mohamad Bydon, MD, will become the inaugural chair of the department of neurological surgery at UChicago Medicine. 

From stem cell research to spinal implants, here are three studies Becker's reported on since Jan. 15.

On Feb. 9, the 59th Super Bowl was played in New Orleans, with the Philadelphia Eagles beating the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22. 

Many spine leaders manage large teams that may also work across several regions. For many of them, communication remains a key pillar in keeping up a strong workplace culture.

A neurosurgeon and neuroscientist are featured on The Washington Post's "Post Next 50" list recognizing people shaping society in 2025.