Spine

The Sunshine Act, passed last year, requires medical device companies to disclose compensation or gifts given to surgeons. The data collected by CMS went live yesterday, showing that from August to December 2013, device companies paid around $3.5 billion to…

An article published in the Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine examines spine surgery outcomes when residents are present after the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education implemented a resident duty-hour restriction in July 2003.

From August to December 2013, medical drug and device companies paid around $3.5 billion to physicians for speaking engagements, consultations, research and more, according to a New York Times report.

Los Angeles-based Healthpointe added neurosurgeon Thomas Chappell, MD, to its medical staff.

Frederick, Md.-based Newbridge Spine & Pain Center added Greesh John, MD, to its location in Prince Frederick, Md., according to a Bay Net report.

A study published in Spine examines the hospital readmission rates after spine surgery for primary metastatic spine tumors.

Atlanta-based Morehouse College recently honored Alvin Crawford, MD, with its  "Candle in the Dark" award, according to a HCP Live report.

Although the lateral approach to spine surgery has been around for a few decades, surgeons are just beginning to fully realize its benefits. Technology has also advanced over time to make the procedure better and offer several benefits for patients…

The Spine Journal recently published an article examining surgical site infection after spinal surgery.

Minimally invasive spine surgery is becoming more common in spinal practices. There are studies showing clinical benefits and long-term cost savings when compared with open procedures.