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Building a Spine Surgery Center: 5 Points From Dr. Richard Kube
Richard Kube, MD, is the CEO, founder and owner of Prairie Spine & Pain Institute in Peoria, Ill. Dr. Kube built his new surgical facility, Prairie SurgiCare, and worked to streamline the project....
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Spinal Healthcare of the Future: 3 Responsibilities Post-Healthcare Reform
In the wake of last week's Presidential election, many people are debating where the healthcare system in this country is headed. Barack Obama's re-election ensures the Patient Protection and...
View ArticleAOA Honors Dr. Stuart Weinstein With Distinguished Contributions to...
The American Orthopaedic Association has honored Stuart L. Weinstein, MD, with the Distinguished Contributions to Orthopaedics Award, according to an AAOS Now report. He was recognized for his...
View ArticleTop 10 Highest Stipends for Medical Directors in 2011
Cash stipends for hospital and healthcare medical directors have changed drastically over the past several years as medical directorships continue to evolve, and chief medical officer directorships...
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5 Spine Experts on Most Exciting Technology for Spinal Surgery
Here are five spine surgeons and experts on the most exciting technology for spinal surgery next year.Ask Spine Surgeons is a weekly series of questions posed to spine surgeons around the country about...
View ArticleNASS Responds to GAO Report on In-Office Imaging Referrals
The North American Spine Society recently released a statement on the Government Accountability Office report on the use of imaging services by providers.The report found that provider referrals to...
View ArticleTornier CEO Douglas Kohrs Retires as President, CEO
Douglas Kohrs has retired as president, CEO and executive director of Tornier, a joint replacement and orthopedic device company with its U.S. headquarters in Edina, Minn., according to TwinCities...
View Article10 US Spine Surgery Registries to Know
Here are 10 spine surgery registries to know in the United States. If you would like to recommend a spine surgery registry for this list, please contact Laura at lmiller@beckershealthcare.com.Sign up...
View ArticleLawmakers Launch Opposition to Federal Medical Device Sales Tax
A 2.3 percent tax on medical device sales slated to go into effect Jan. 1 is under opposition from Congressional members, according to the Journal Gazette.Indiana congressmen who oppose the tax report...
View Article10 Recent Milestones for Spine Surgeons
Here are 10 recent milestones for spine surgeons.John Peloza, MD, and Michael Musacchio, Jr., MD, of the Center for Spine Care in Dallas were among the first surgeons in the country to use the Coflex...
View Article24 Spine Devices Receive FDA 510(k) Clearance in October
The Food and Drug Administration granted 24 510(k) clearances in OctoberSign up for our FREE Spine E-Weekly for more coverage like this sent to your inbox!1. Reverse Stabilization System from Globus...
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The Next 4 Years: 4 Spine Surgeons Offer Advice to President Barack Obama
Four spine surgeons offer their advice for President Barack Obama going into his second term.Ask Spine Surgeons is a weekly series of questions posed to spine surgeons around the country about...
View ArticleMedtronic Acquires Chinese Orthopedic Device Company for $755M
Medtronic has completed a $755 million acquisition of China Kanghui Holdings, a Chinese orthopedic device producer, according to China Daily.The company's executive vice president called China one of...
View ArticleSmith & Nephew Appoints Julie Brown as CFO
Orthopedic device company Smith & Nephew has appointed Julie Brown as its chief financial officer, according to NASDAQ.com.Ms. Brown will start in the position by early February 2013 and will also...
View ArticleStryker to Eliminate 1,000 Employees by Year's End
Orthopedic device maker Stryker has planned to layoff 5 percent of its global workforce by the end of 2012, and efforts are on track for completion, according to Michigan Live.The 5 percent reduction...
View ArticleDr. Thomas Gill Performs Surgery on Patriots' Rob Gronkowski for Broken Arm
Thomas Gill, MD, team physician for the New England Patriots, performed surgery on tight end Rob Gronkowski earlier this month, according to a Boston Herald report.Mr. Gronkowski injured his arm while...
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Leadership in the Next Generation of Spine Surgeons: Q&A With Dr. Bryan Oh of...
Bryan Oh, MD, a spine surgeon with BASIC Spine in Orange, Calif., discusses leadership among young spine surgeons and how they can propel themselves to success in the future.Sign up for our FREE Spine...
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5 Major Roadblocks to Patient Scheduling at Orthopedics Practices & How to...
Orthopedic and spine physician practices are constantly looking for new ways to accommodate their patients and drive further patient volume. Modern software and information technology systems are now...
View ArticlePennsylvania Orthopaedic Society Names Dr. Michael Gratch President
The Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Society recently named Michael Gratch, MD, as the 57th president.Dr. Gratch earned his medical degree and completed his residency with honors at Temple University School of...
View Article50 of the Most Powerful People in Healthcare
The re-election of President Obama in November 2012 means the solidification of change for the healthcare industry; since the polls closed, support for the repeal of the Affordable Care Act has dropped...
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