Spine

Here are 40 spine devices and technologies earning FDA clearances in 2025. Note: This is not an exhaustive list. 1. SurGenTec earned FDA 510(k) clearance for its OsteoFlo HydroFiber to be used as a stand-alone equivalent to autografts in spine surgeries. 2.…

Spine surgeon Carl Sartorius, MD, has retired, effective Dec. 31, Carmel, Ind.-based Goodman Campbell Brain And Spine said. Dr. Sartorius joined the practice in 1990 when it was known as the Indianapolis Neurosurgical Group, according to a Dec. 12 announcement.…

In an ever evolving healthcare landscape, spine surgeons discuss the key factors driving change at their practices. Ask Spine Surgeons is a weekly series of questions posed to spine surgeons around the country about clinical, business and policy issues affecting…

Becker’s reported on four spine surgery debuts in December. 1. Frank Fumich, MD, of the Orthopaedic Institute of Ohio in Lima, performed the region’s first two-level cervical disc replacement using Centinel Spine’s prodisc C implants. 2. Tenon Medical’s SImmetry+ sacroiliac…

Medford-based Southern Oregon Neurosurgery reported a data breach affecting at least 1,000 individuals, the practice confirmed Dec. 30. According to HHS’ database, the practice experienced a hacking incident stemming from an email breach. The report was filed Dec. 9. Southern…

Here are five spine surgeons who have moved to new practices or announced title changes in December: Note: This is not an exhaustive list. 1. Neurosurgeon Aaron Cohen-Gadol, MD, launched the Atlas Institute of Brain & Spine in Los Angeles.…

Medtronic had a busy 2025. Here are nine updates for spine and orthopedic surgeons to know: 1. Medtronic acquired rights and intellectual property related to Nanovis’ Sites Medical’s OsteoSync titanium pads. 2. The company was included on Fortune’s annual list of the World’s Most Admired Companies.…

After Democratic and Republican proposals addressing ACA subsidies failed to pass a Senate vote, Brian Gantwerker, MD, expressed worry about how the move will impact patient access. Dr. Gantwerker, of the Craniospinal Center of Los Angeles, shared his concerns about…

From the advent of new innovations to shifting care models, healthcare leaders reflect on what words and trends will define the spine surgery field in 2026. The 23 leaders featured in this article are speaking at Becker’s 23rd Annual Spine,…

From physician work value to federal policy reform, here is how three spine and orthopedic organizations approach advocacy in 2025 and beyond: North American Spine Society: NASS President William Mitchell, MD, said a local focus on advocacy is just as…