52 updates from spine, orthopedic professional societies
Here are 52 updates from orthopedic and spine-focused professional societies in the United States in 2014 so far. North American Spine Society 1. NASS created evidence-based coverage policy...
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The rise of the MD/MBA: Should spine surgeons go for it?
Business-savvy is quickly becoming one of the most important skills in healthcare and many independent physicians feel left behind without it. MDs spend years in medical school, residencies and...
View ArticleLDR, Medtronic, Amedica & more — 13 key notes
Here are 13 key notes on spine and orthopedic device companies. Amedica named B. Sonny Bal, MD, JD, MBA, chairman of its board of directors. Cesca Therapeutics presented findings from a case study...
View ArticleDr. Samuel Critides Jr. joins Sacred Heart Medical Group
Samuel Critides Jr., MD, a retired Navy commander, joined Sacred Heart Medical Group in Pensacola as a neurosurgeon, according to a Pensacola News Journal report. Dr. Critides is a spinal cord injury...
View Article12 observations on the global orthobiologics market
The Global Orthobiologics market is expected to grow significantly over the next five years, according to a new report from Transparency Market Research. Here are 12 things to know from the report:...
View ArticleSpinal fusion for degenerative spondylolisthesis: 5 national trends
An article published in the Sept.1 issue of Spine examines fusion technique for degenerative spondylolisthesis. The researchers examined the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery database to identify...
View ArticleHip fracture surgery healthcare costs: 8 things to know
An article published in Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research examined healthcare costs for hip fractures and overall outcomes for quality of life. "Not only is surgery extremely successful in...
View Article8 trends in ACL reconstruction across the U.S.
A study published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine examines trends in anterior cruciate ligament surgery in the United States. The researchers examined data from the National Hospital...
View Article21 spine, neurosurgeons on the move
Here are 21 spine surgeons and neurosurgeons that recently joined a new practice or medical center, or were promoted within their organization. Neurosurgeon and former Naval Commander Samuel...
View Article30-year outcomes for cervical disc replacement — 5 key findings
An article published in Spine examines cervical artificial disc replacements and follows patients for 30 years. The study includes 37 patients who underwent cervical artificial disc replacement...
View ArticleSpine device company, surgeon pay $2.6M to settle Anti-Kickback suit
A spine device manufacturer and Indiana-based surgeon were ordered to pay $2.6 million to the United States to settle illegal kickback allegations. Omni Surgical — a company doing business as Spine...
View ArticleAurora Spine ramping up for big second half of 2014 — 5 things to know
Aurora Spine reported six month company results for 2014 and discussed business growth for the future. Here are five key takeaways from the company's report: 1. Hospital approvals for the company's...
View ArticleWho's been working with the stars? 10 orthopedic surgeries for professional...
Here are 10 orthopedic surgeries for professional athletes. Keith Meister, MD, plans to perform elbow surgery on Texas Rangers' Shin-Soo Choo. Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic's Neal ElAttrache, MD,...
View ArticleOrthopedist vs. neurosurgeon for elective spine surgeries: Does it make a...
A study published in Spine examines how surgeon specialty impacts elective spine surgery outcomes. The researchers analyzed data from the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality...
View ArticleLaser Spine Institute to build $56M HQ, ASC
Tampa, Fla.-based Laser Spine Institute is building headquarters and an ambulatory surgery center, which will cost approximately $56 million, in Tampa, according to a Tampa Bay Business Journal...
View ArticleK2M receives FDA 510(k) clearance, CE mark for MESA Hooks
K2M received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to market MESA Hooks — the latest implant addition to the MESA Deformity Spinal System — and also received CE Mark approval....
View ArticleFormer ArthroCare execs get 10+ years in prison for fraud costing...
Prison terms were given to two former ArthroCare executives for a fraud scheme that eventually cost shareholders $750 million, according to an FBI report. Former CEO Michael Baker and CFO Michael...
View ArticleZacks: Pay attention to these 3 medical device stocks
Zacks recently named three potentially promising healthcare stocks despite changes from healthcare reform and the medical device excise tax. The report names Inogen, a company focused on advanced...
View ArticleThe CORE Institute enters into co-management with Providence Hospitals
The CORE Institute signed a co-management partnership agreement with Providence Hospitals in Novi, Mich., according to a Home Town Life report. Under the agreement, orthopedic surgeons from The CORE...
View Article8 things to know about the Asia-Pacific minimally invasive spine device market
A new Reporterlink analysis examines the Asia Pacific minimally invasive spine surgery device market, which is expected to grow over the next several years. Here are eight key takeaways from the...
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