$5.7B by 2020: 10 trends in the orthopedic trauma fixation devices market
The global orthopedic trauma market has a huge opportunity for growth, with the biggest being among external fixator devices, according to a Persistence Market Research report. Here are 10 key...
View ArticleFirst spine surgery with 3D-printed disc — Will this change everything?
Surgeons in China performed the first spinal disc replacement implanting a three-dimensional printed vertebra, according to a CNTV report. The 3D printing technology uses digital models of a...
View Article41 orthopedic practices openings, expansions in 2014 so far
Here are 41 spine and orthopedic practices that have opened new locations, announced expansions and relocated offices in 2014 so far. 1. Little Rock-based Arkansas Spine and Pain is converting its...
View ArticleLDR COO sells 19k shares in $512k transaction
LDR COO James Burrows sold 19,258 shares on the open market last Friday, according to a Mideast Times report, in a $512,070.22 transaction. Mr. Burrows sold the shares at $26.59 per share. On Friday,...
View ArticleWho has clinical quality & cost-effectiveness in spine? Frost & Sullivan says...
Frost & Sullivan recognized spine device company Baxano Surgical with the 2014 Product Line Strategy Leadership award for its minimally invasive products. In 2013, Baxano and TranS1 merged to...
View ArticleSpinal fusion wound complication risk factors for children — 5 findings
A study published in Spine examines wound complication rate and risk factors for adolescent patients undergoing spinal arthrodesis. The study included data from the National Surgical Quality...
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Top 5 ways to maintain cost, quality and patient satisfaction post healthcare...
The Affordable Care Act expanded coverage to millions in attempt to improve the quality of care in the United States. Like many healthcare professionals, surgeons are trying to find a way to navigate...
View ArticleMedtronic spine revenue continues downward spiral — but is there light at the...
Medtronic reported slight fiscal year 2015 first quarter revenue growth over the same period last year, with 6 percent revenue growth in the United States, on the heels of the company's announcement...
View Article7 hospitals expanding spine, neurosurgery programs
Here are seven hospitals and health systems opening new spine or neurosurgery centers or expanding existing services. Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak (Mich.) unveiled its new $22 million neuroscience...
View ArticleHow long after scoliosis surgery before patients are fully functional? 5 key...
An article published in Spine examines functional activity for patients after posterior spinal fusion for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. The study included 77 patients who underwent surgery January...
View ArticleAesculap Implant Systems releases new spinal system
Aesculap Implant Systems made the S4 Element MIS System available for posterior lumbar pedicle screw fixation systems for endoscope technology to gain direct visualization. The S4 Element MIS is...
View ArticleDr. Tien Le joins Tampa Bay Neurosurgery & Spine Specialists
Neurosurgeon Tien V. Le, MD, joined Tampa Bay Neurosurgery & Spine Specialists in Brandon, Fla. Dr. Le has a special interest in minimally invasive spine surgery and neurosurgery. He is a...
View Article14 orthopedic surgeons on the move
Here are 14 orthopedic surgeons who recently announced new appointments or practice membership. Orthopedic Associates in Houston added sports medicine physician Justin Chronister, MD, to its physician...
View ArticleUniversity of Nevada names Dr. Michael Daubs orthopedic residency program...
Michael D. Daubs, MD, was appointed chairman of the University of Nevada's orthopedic residency program, according to an AAOS Now report. Dr. Daubs has a special interest in spinal injury,...
View Article5 findings on in-hospital complications, sacral fractures
A study published in Spine examines the number of sacral fractures and in-hospital complication instances for patients undergoing spine surgery. The researchers used data from the Nationwide Inpatient...
View ArticleDr. Michael Vitale completes NY's 1st scoliosis surgery with MAGEC
Michael Vitale, MD, chief of pediatric spine and scoliosis service at Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital of NY-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center in New York performed the first procedure...
View ArticleOrthofix outlines updates for past financial reports
Last week Orthofix announced the company would delay releasing second quarter financial reports until they were able to adjust issues with their calculations. Today, the company said it would restate...
View Article8 things for spine surgeons to know for Thursday — Aug. 21
Here are eight things for spinal surgeons to know for Aug. 21, 2014. First spine surgery with 3D-printed disc performedSurgeons in China performed the first spinal disc replacement implanting a...
View Article25 things for spine surgeons to know about the Sunshine Act
The Sunshine Act passed last year, requiring medical device companies to disclose compensation or gifts given to surgeons valued at more than $10, with few exceptions. The Centers for Medicare and...
View ArticleMedtronic, LDR, Baxano Surgical & more — 6 key notes
Here are six key notes on spine and orthopedic device companies. Aesculap Implant Systems made the S4 Element MIS System available for posterior lumbar pedicle screw fixation systems for endoscope...
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