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  1. First Neuralink patient makes 'full recovery': Elon Musk

    The first person to receive a Neuralink implant has recovered and is operating a computer mouse using only their mind, CNN reported Feb. 20.
  2. Green Bay Packers' surgeon joins Prevea Health

    Patrick McKenzie, MD, an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist and the head physician for NFL team the Green Bay Packers, has joined Green Bay, Wis.-based Prevea Health, according to a Feb. 20 report from Fox affiliate WLUK. 
  3. Compass Surgical, Advanced Joint and Spine Institute Orlando to open orthopedic ASC

    ASC developer and manager Compass Surgical Partners is collaborating with the Advanced Joint and Spine Institute Orlando to open a new, Orlando-based ASC. 

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  1. Orthopedic MSOs remain popular but other options show promise

    Musculoskeletal management organizations have been a popular avenue for orthopedic practices to find support amid economic, business and payer headwinds. But in the last year, some physicians have also found success in other consolidation models.
  2. Are non-trained specialists performing spine procedures?

    Today, spine surgeons and their patients face several threats from new industry trends, including prior authorization denials, artificial intelligence and increased care provided by non-physician providers. 
  3. Dr. Dror Paley to perform first case with Precice Max system

    Dror Paley, MD, of the Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute, is expected to complete the world's first case with the Precice Max system from NuVasive on Feb. 27.
  4. Medtronic's Q3 sales rise 4.7%: 5 notes

    Medtronic on Feb. 20 posted $8.1 billion in sales for the third quarter of fiscal year 2024.

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  1. Anesthesia provider outlook: 13 things to know

    By 2033, the Association of American Medical Colleges predicts that there will be a shortage of 12,500 anesthesiologists, nearly 30% of the current staff, according to a report  from Medicus Healthcare Solutions. 
  2. 6 things to know about OrthoVirginia

    North Chesterfield-based OrthoVirginia is one of the largest orthopedic groups in the U.S., and the practice has big plans for 2024.
  3. Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates to add Delaware practice

    Salisbury, Md.-based Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates is partnering with Wilson Choy, MD, and his practice in Lewes, Del.
  4. Rothman Orthopaedic Institute to open new Florida location

    Philadelphia-based Rothman Orthopaedic Institute unveiled its relocated Lake Nona office in Orlando, Fla., according to a Feb. 19 LinkedIn post.
  1. Medtronic names 1st chief sustainability officer

    Med tech and device manufacturer Medtronic appointed Raman Venkatesh as the company's first chief sustainability officer.
  2. 2 Colorado surgeons add spine robot

    Two spine surgeons in Pueblo, Colo., have added a robotic spinal guidance system, the Mazor X, according to a Feb. 18 report from CBS affiliate KKTV.
  3. How the anesthesia shortage is impacting orthopedics

    The anesthesiologist shortage is affecting every area of healthcare, and orthopedics is no exception.  
  4. Spine surgeon vs. neurosurgeon salary – Does location matter in 2024?

    Spine surgeons and neurosurgeons sometimes have overlap in the type of care they offer. However their training paths are unique, along with having varying compensation.
  5. Meet the leaders of the top US orthopedic residency programs

    Doxmity's Residency Navigator 2023-2024 ranked the best residency programs for multiple specialties, including orthopedic surgery.
  6. Dr. Ernest Braxton performs 1st awake spine surgery in Nepal

    Ernest Braxton, MD, neurosurgeon at Vail (Colo.) Summit Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery, has completed the first awake spine surgery in Nepal, according to a Feb. 16 report from the VailDaily.
  7. 3 orthopedic acquisitions shaping the industry

    Here are three orthopedic acquisitions that Becker's has reported on since Jan 9:
  8. The CORE Institute's 5-year recap: 11 big moves in orthopedics

    The CORE Institute is the largest orthopedic group in the U.S. with more than 200 physicians on its staff. 
  9. North Carolina orthopedic surgeon performs 1st BEAR procedure

    Louis Almekinders, MD recently performed his first procedure using the BEAR implant for ACL surgery.

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