Spine

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.

  Retired spine surgeon Gary K. Michelson, MD, announced a new $2,500 book scholarship for college students through The Michelson Twenty Million Minds Foundation.

Here are 11 spine surgeons and neurosurgeons in the news this week.

 Mark Ignatius, DO, joined California Pacific Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine in San Francisco.

  Minimally invasive spine surgery has become more pervasive over the past five years with enhanced techniques and technology to achieve better outcomes and lower the cost of care. Surgeons across the country are performing these less invasive techniques, and…