Today's Top 20 Stories
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Spine surgeon killed in Oklahoma hospital shooting
Police in Tulsa, Okla., on June 2 said a spine surgeon was targeted and killed in a mass shooting at Saint Francis Health System. -
How spine practices can retain a competitive advantage
Competition continues to rise among spine surgeons and practices as an increasing number of procedures move from hospitals toward the outpatient setting, where they can be performed at a lower cost. -
Spinal implant system more cost-effective than TLIF, study finds
Premia Spine's Tops spinal arthroplasty system was found to be more cost-effective than a transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion, according to a study published in the Journal of Health Economics and Outcomes Research.
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Best of all worlds, or no benefit? 2 surgeons weigh in on private equity
Orthopedic surgeons are split on the benefits and drawbacks of private equity as it grows in the specialty. Two surgeons told Becker's their thoughts on the trend. -
Neurosurgeon expands role at Mayfield Brain and Spine
Ronald Warnick, MD, was named program director of radiosurgery and neuro-oncology at Cincinnati-based Mayfield Brain and Spine. -
Hospital for Special Surgery enrolling patients in 2-level cervical disc replacement trial
New York City-based Hospital for Special Surgery is part of a multicenter trial examining the effectiveness of three disc replacement devices used for two-level symptomatic cervical disc disease. -
Program helped address racial disparities in joint replacements, study says
Researchers at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City found that a bundled care program helped reduce disparities in total joint replacements for Black patients.
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Medtronic's quarterly earnings, Stryker's FDA approval and more: 6 device company notes
Two companies see record quarterly sales and five more updates from spine devicemakers in the last week: -
Hospital for Special Surgery puts focus on ACL restoration
New York City-based Hospital for Special Surgery is shifting its focus from anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction to restoration by using the Bear implant. -
Not just for pro athletes: Mapping regenerative therapies' future in spine care
Although further research is needed to determine the safety and efficacy of regenerative procedures in the spine, the potential of many of these therapies — such as stem cells, platelet-rich plasma and bone marrow aspirate — is considerable. -
5 lessons from Hospital for Special Surgery's CEO on building a great organization
Louis Shapiro, president and CEO of New York City-based Hospital for Special Surgery, outlined the five focuses that can help make an organization great for the "Becker's Healthcare Spine and Orthopedic Podcast" May 25.
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Coastal Orthopedics opens 2 new facilities in Florida
Coastal Orthopedics opened two new medical centers in Florida, in West Bradenton and East Manatee. -
7 spine surgeon moves in May
Here are seven spine surgeons who moved to new practices or added to their titles in May: -
No difference in hip replacement adverse events for male vs. female surgeons: Study
In hip replacement surgery, the sex of surgeon conducting the procedure made no real difference on the instance of negative outcomes, reported a study published in The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery. -
SI-Bone's pelvic fixation device gets FDA nod
SI-Bone's iFuse Bedrock Granite implant system for sacroiliac fusion and sacropelvic fixation received FDA clearance. -
'The only way forward is not cheaper; it's better': What we heard in May
Spine and orthopedic experts and leaders spoke with Becker's Spine Review on key topics in May from competition with large physician groups to threats in orthopedics. -
The next growth phase for 6 large orthopedic groups
Engaging in risk-based contracts, expanding ASCs and ancillary services and capitalizing on the shift of higher-acuity spine and joint replacement surgeries to the outpatient setting are among the biggest opportunities for growth in orthopedics. -
Stryker spinal imaging system gets FDA clearance
Stryker's Q guidance system received FDA 510(k) clearance for spine surgery applications. -
5-year M6-C data supports continued benefits compared to ACDF
Five-year data on Orthofix's M6-C artificial disc shows its effectiveness compared to anterior cervical discectomy and fusion at one level. -
How a Colorado orthopedic practice helps make care accessible
Considering site of care and using constructive payment plans are ways patients without insurance are able to get care at Denver-based Orthopedic Centers of Colorado, orthopedic surgeon and Chief Medical Officer Brian Larkin, MD, said.