Today's Top 20 Stories
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West Tennessee Bone & Joint Clinic changes name, adds facility
Jackson-based West Tennessee Bone & Joint Clinic is rebranding as it hits its 50th anniversary, changing its name to West Tennessee Bone & Joint Institute, according to a Jan. 9 report from WNWS. -
The orthopedic workforce by the numbers
Here is a snapshot of the orthopedic workforce in five numbers: -
Dr. Stephen Holtzclaw named CEO of USOP
U.S. Orthopaedic Partners named Stephen Holtzclaw, MD, as its new CEO.
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3Spine completes enrollment in FDA trial
Medtech company 3Spine completed enrollment for its FDA clinical trial on the Motus device, according to a Jan. 10 news release. -
Why 6 orthopedic practices are, or aren't, requiring masks
Masking is on the rise in the U.S., especially in healthcare settings. Several states and major health systems have begun requiring physicians and visitors to wear masks as cases of COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus continue to surge. -
Providence Medical Technology gets spinal fusion system FDA cleared
Providence Medical Technology earned FDA clearance for its Cavux FFS-LX lumbar facet fixation system, the devicemaker said Jan. 10. -
Mayo Clinic debuts Stryker's Blueprint Mixed reality for shoulder replacement in US
Rochester, Minn.-based Mayo Clinic debuted Stryker's Blueprint Mixed Reality guidance system for shoulder replacements in the U.S., the devicemaker said Jan. 10.
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Spine company introduces 2-screw ALIF plating system
Spinal implant manufacturer Zavation Medical Products has announced the first commercial implantation of its Z-Span two-screw anterior lumbar interbody fusion plating system. -
FDA approves 2nd Medtronic neurostimulator
Medical devicemaker Medtronic received FDA approval for its deep brain stimulation system. -
Tygart Valley Orthopedics earns Gold Seal of Approval for orthopedics
Elkins, W.Va.-based Tygart Valley Orthopedics and Sports Medicine of Davis Medical Center has earned the Gold Seal of Approval from the Joint Commission, according to a Jan. 9 report from My Buckhannon. -
Sacrix unveils new alternative to revision spine surgery
Sacrix in a research paper shared a less exposure spine surgery technique to help patients avoid revision procedures.
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Rothman Orthopaedic Institute to lay off 5% of workforce
Rothman Orthopaedic Institute will lay off 5% of its workforce, a spokesperson for the Philadelphia-based practice told Becker's. -
Dr. John Mansell debuts closed-loop spinal cord stimulator at Wyoming practice
John Mansell, MD, a pain management physician, was the first in the Wyoming, Colorado, Montana, North Dakota or South Dakota region to implant a closed-loop spinal cord stimulator, the Gillette News Record reported Jan. 9. -
Dr. John Shin performs state's 1st unilateral biportal endoscopic spine surgery
John Shin, MD, an orthopedic spine surgeon, has performed New Jersey's first unilateral biportal endoscopic spine surgery at Jersey City Medical Center, an RWJBarnabas Health facility. -
2 Florida HOPCo practices to merge
The Institute for Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine will merge with Orthopedic Center of Florida starting April 1. -
Northwell Health orthopedic building sells for $6.3M
A Rockville Centre, N.Y.-based medical office building housing Northwell Health’s Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group has sold for $6.3 million, according to a Jan. 9 report from Long Island Business News. -
RTI Surgical to acquire Cook Biotech
RTI Surgical signed an agreement to acquire Cook Biotech, according to a Jan. 8 news release. -
Spine surgeons brace for 'wild and crazy 2024'
With last year in the rearview mirror, spine surgeons are preparing for the challenges and opportunities ahead for this year. -
3 spine, orthopedic leadership shake-ups in 1 week
Here are three C-suite leadership moves in the spine and orthopedic space Becker's has reported on since Jan. 3: -
12 athlete surgeries Dr. Neal ElAttrache performed in 2023
Neal ElAttrache, MD, is the head team physician for the Los Angeles Rams, an NFL team, and the Los Angeles Dodgers, the city's MLB franchise. He also serves as an orthopedic consultant to two NHL teams — the Los Angeles Kings and Anaheim Ducks — as well as the NBA's Los Angeles Lakers.
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