Spine

Researchers examined 253 adult deformity correction patients to examine whether preoperative narcotics use had an impact on surgical outcomes and complications. The researchers published their findings in The Spine Journal.

The American Association of Neurological Surgeons named H. Hunter Batjer, MD, FAANS, president-elect for 2015 to 2016.

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Stefano Sinicropi, MD, has begun seeing patients at Apple Valley (Minn.) Medical Center, according to a Herald Online report.

Troy M. Tippett, MD, was awarded the Harvey Cushing Medal by the American Association of Neurological Surgeons for his contributions to neurosurgery through leadership, service and dedication, according to a News-Medical report.

Robert Watkins, MD, successfully performed spine surgery on New Orleans Pelicans forward Ryan Anderson, according to a report by The Times Picayune.

The International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery recently wrote a letter to more than 60 insurance companies commenting on the coding changes for minimally invasive SI joint fusion.

A study recently published in The Spine Journal examined the cost and quality of life for patients with C5 palsy after posterior cervical decompression and fusion.

Northwest Orthopaedic Specialists in Spokane, Wash., announced the addition of William L. Weigel, MD, to its physician team.

  Mesoblast recently completed enrollment for its double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase 2 clinical trial at multiple sites across the United States and Australia to randomize 100 patients with intervertebral disc disease to receive either high doses of the company's allogeneic MPCs…