Spine Health Foundation appoints 6 new board members
The Spine Health Foundation has appointed its board of directors for 2015 to 2016.
View Article5 key notes on 2-level disc replacement at 48 months
Is two-level cervical disc replacement long term?
View ArticleBuilding a better spine practice for the future — 5 key thoughts
Many healthcare plans today drive patients toward select "in-network" physicians, with less choice for patients unless they purchase expensive insurance. However, there is still a large group of people...
View Article10 spine, neurosurgeon in the headlines this week — Jan. 9
Here are 10 spine surgeons and neurosurgeons in the news this past week.
View ArticleInside orthopedic, spine device companies — 3 stock transactions
Three orthopedic- and spine-focused device companies recently announced inside transactions.
View Article6 things to know about minimally invasive spine surgery in the United States
The market for minimally invasive spine surgery in the United States includes several techniques, such as spinous process fixation, facet fixation, interbody fusion, pedicle screws and sacroiliac joint...
View Article6 key notes on pulmonary function after spinal deformity surgery
A study recently published in The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery examines pulmonary function after spinal deformity surgery in the adult population.
View ArticlePorOsteon's Phusion Metal Cervical Cage receives FDA approval
PorOsteon received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to market its new Phusion Metal Cervical Cage.
View ArticleGlobus Medical, Medtronic, Mazor Robotics & more — 10 key notes
Here are 10 key notes on spine and orthopedic device companies.
View ArticleMedical malpractice payments 2003-2013: Is the value trending up or down?
Here is the value of medical malpractice payments made from 2003 to 2013, according to analysis by Statista:
View ArticleDr. Ara Deukmedjian offers warranty on spine surgery
Ara Deukmedjian, MD, is now providing an unusual guarantee for spine surgeries performed at his center, reports USAnews.com.
View ArticleNew York Methodist opens new sports injury center
New York Methodist Hospital recently opened its Institution for Orthopedic Medicine and Surgery at the Scott Medical Center in Canarsie, reports Brooklyn Daily.
View ArticleBenvenue Medical names Rick Simmons VP of sales & marketing
Benvenue Medical named Rick Simmons vice president of sales and marketing.
View Article17 spine devices receive FDA 510(k) clearance in December
The Food and Drug Administration granted 510(k) clearance in December 2014.
View ArticleSpinal Simplicity's Minuteman system receives FDA 510(k) clearance
Spinal Simplicity received 510(k) marketing clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the Minuteman system.
View ArticleMedical device breakthrough: Swiss scientists develop spinal implant allowing...
A team of Swiss scientists have developed a new implant called the e-Dura, which has allowed paralyzed rats to move freely without damage or rejection, according to a Medical Daily report.
View Article52 great orthopedic surgeons recommended by healthcare leaders
Becker's Orthopedic Review asked its readers to nominate orthopedic surgeons they thought were outstanding in their field. Here are 52 surgeons recommended by our readers for excellence in orthopedics.
View ArticleNuVasive COO to step down: New leadership roles announced
NuVasive announced changes to its leadership team.
View ArticleDr. Jae Lim performs 1st surgery with FDA-cleared MIS fixation system from...
Valorem Surgical received U.S. Food and Drug Administration clearance for the MaxiMIS Spinal Fixation System and announced the first case using the system has been performed.
View ArticleTop 9 U.S. regions with highest mean physician pay
Here are the top nine U.S. regions with highest mean physician compensation in 2014, according to analysis by Statista:
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