Spine Industry Leadership: How Does it Need to Evolve?
Here four spine surgeons discuss how spine industry leadership is evolving. Ask Spine Surgeons is a weekly series of questions posed to spine surgeons around the country about clinical, business and...
View ArticleDr. Timothy Maus to Present on Sedatives for Pain Management at Becker's June...
Dr. Timothy Maus of the Mayo Clinic will discuss the use of sedatives for interventional pain management at Becker's 12th Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference.
View ArticleStrides in Spine Surgery: Where We Are & Where We're Going
Spine surgeons trained on traditional open procedures are transitioning to less invasive procedures as quality and cost-effectiveness studies show MIS not only has advantages for the patients but also...
View Article3 Simple Ways to Register for Becker's Hospital Meeting
Here are three quick ways to register for Becker's Hospital Review 5th Annual Meeting. Call 800-417-2035, email registration@beckershealthcare.com, or click here. Only 12 days left to register early!
View Article7 Considerations for the Future of ASCs From Praveen Suthrum of NextServices
NextServices President and Co-Founder Praveen Suthrum provides a look ahead for ambulatory surger centers. Read more here.
View ArticleDoes Freehand Pedicle Screw Fixation in Pediatric Spinal Deformity Reduce...
A new prospective multicenter study evaluating whether freehand pedicle screw fixation in pediatric spinal deformity correction reduced surgeon radiation exposure was published in Spine. All operating...
View Article8 Top Legislative Priorities for AANS/CNS in 2014
The American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons released their 2014 Legislative Agenda. The top priorities on the legislative agenda include: •...
View ArticleSending Patient Statements: Tips from NextServices
In a recent blog, NextServices provided the most effective methods for sending patient statements in order to see results. Read more here.
View Article28 Spine Surgeons, Practices With Research & Charitable Care Organizations
Here are 28 spine surgeons and spine practices who have developed charitable and research organizations. If you would like to recommend another surgeon or practice for inclusion on this list,...
View Article20 Recent Spine Surgery Studies and Findings
Here are 20 articles on spine surgery study findings within the last month. 1. An article recently published in Spine identified six factors impacting hospital length of stay after elective posterior...
View ArticleMinimally Invasive Surgery & Trauma: Evolving Developments in Spine
One of the fastest-growing fields in spine is minimally invasive surgery. Historically, spine operations involved big incisions for open procedures with more blood loss, pain and higher risk of...
View ArticleStudy Recent Developments in the Device Field at Becker's ASC Conference
The medical device arena is evolving rapidly. Examine key advances with a panel of experts at Becker's 12th Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference.
View ArticleJoe Torre to Give Keynote Presentation at Becker's Hospital Meeting
Becker's Hospital Review 5th Annual Meeting will feature a keynote presentation by legendary Major League Baseball manager Joe Torre. There are only 11 days left to register at the discounted rate!
View ArticleSpine Surgery vs. Nonoperative Treatment for Cervical Spine Facet Fractures
An article published in the Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine compares surgical and non-surgical treatment of unilateral, nondisplaced, subaxial cervical spine facet fractures without evidence of spinal...
View ArticleSymbion's Danny Bundren to Speak on Evolving Issues in Spine and Pain at...
Danny Bundren of Symbion will participate in a panel on business, clinical, and competitive issues in spine and pain at Becker's 12th Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference.
View ArticleSymbion-Affiliated Jacksonville Beach Surgery Center Acquires Fuse Technology
Jacksonville Beach Surgery Center, affiliated with Symbion, recently became the first provider in Florida to acquire the Fuse endoscopy system. Read about more GI updates here.
View Article11 New Spine, Orthopedic Device Launches & Releases
Here are 11 new medical devices for spine and orthopedic procedures. Bacterin International announced the launch of OsteoSTX, a new novel allograft for orthopedic procedures. Cayenne Medical...
View ArticleCompensation for Full-Time Neurosurgeons: 4 Statistics
Physician staffing firm Jackson & Coker recently released a physician salary calculator, which provides hospital administrators and medical group managers with estimates of the fair market values...
View ArticleSave 12.5% by Registering for Becker's Hospital Review 5th Annual Meeting...
This event will have the most focused content for hospital and health system executives; don't miss the chance to save! Click here to register.
View ArticleTeleTracking and The Joint Commission to Present Webinar on Worker Fatigue
TeleTracking will partner with The Joint Commission to host a webinar called "Worker Fatigue: Implications for Patient and Staff Safety."
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