Orthopedic surgeon's direct-pay model spells tailwinds
Jan 2, 2025 · George Ozoude, MD, founder of Movement Orthopaedic Institute in Houston, has a unique practice model where the challenges now could lead to tailwinds down the r
4 athletes who have undergone lumbar fusions - Becker's Spine
Jan 17, 2024 · While surgeons often find that patients are leary of single-level lumbar fusions, expressing concerns about their range of motion or athletic ability being restricted, several major athletes have undergone the procedure, some of whom returned to play after recovering.
Stryker's spine robot: What we know so far
Nov 19, 2024 · Stryker's spine robot has been in development for years, and its launch is expected in the near future. Here's what we know so far: 1. In 2022 Stryker CEO Kevin Lobo said in a third quarter earnings call that the company began developing Mako …
The 10 biggest orthopedic stories of 2024 - beckersspine.com
Jan 2, 2025 · Two studies presented at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeon's 2024 conference examined the impact that the drug semaglutide, which is sold as Ozempic to treat Type 2 diabetes and as Wegovy for weight loss, could have on patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty. The AAOS has warned that ...
Investors seek Smith+Nephew orthopedic spin-off
Nov 15, 2024 · Three major investors in Smith+Nephew have encouraged the company to consider breaking up parts of its business and spinning off its orthopedics division, according to a Nov. 15 report from Mass Device.. The shareholders, who are among the company's top 20 investors, believe the company should divest its orthopedics …
70 Hip Surgeons and Specialists to Know - Becker's Spine
Here are 70 hip surgeons and specialists to know. Michael M. Alexiades, MD (Hospital for Special Surgery, New York City). Dr. Alexiades has a professional interest in minimally invasive hip and knee surgery.
Breaking down the 3 major robots in spine surgery - Becker's Spine
Jan 23, 2020 · In 2004, Mazor SpineAssist became the first robot approved by the FDA to guide the placement of pedicle screws. Robotics has developed rapidly since then, with three systems leading the field in robotic-assisted spine surgery.
20 of the largest orthopedic groups in the US - Becker's Spine
Feb 19, 2024 · Here are more than 20 of the largest orthopedic groups in the country, listed by the number of active physicians each organization has on its staff.
Florida surgeon patenting new spinal fusion surgery
Dec 26, 2024 · A neurosurgeon and spine surgeon in Naples, Fla., is working on a breakthrough in spinal fusion surgery, according to a Dec. 16 report by WINK.. Mark Frenkel, MD, a surgeon at Neuroscience and Spine Associates, is patenting a new approach to spinal fusion that does not use any rods or screws.
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