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  1. How well does ChatGPT understand spine clinical guidelines?

    Different versions of ChatGPT addressed clinical questions about lumbar disc herniation with radiculopathy differently, according to a study published in the September issue of the North American Spine Society Journal.
  2. 4 HOPCo updates

    Here are four developments from Healthcare Outcomes Performance Co. and its practices so far in 2024.
  3. 5 rare orthopedic surgeries being performed in ASCs

    Here are five rare orthopedic surgeries being performed at ASCs. All of the following are covered under CMS' ASC coverage list. 

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  1. The top adult reconstruction fellowship programs on the East Coast

    Of the top 50 adult reconstruction fellowship programs in 2024 ranked by the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, 15 are located on the East Coast.
  2. United Musculoskeletal Partners names CEO for Georgia market

    United Musculoskeletal Partners named David McIntosh as CEO of its Georgia market, according to a LinkedIn post.
  3. Stryker to acquire AI company

    Stryker signed a definitive agreement to acquire care.ai, a company developing artificial intelligence-assisted virtual care workflows and smart room technology. 
  4. Mount Sinai to serve as official hospital for US Open

    New York City-based Mount Sinai will be the official hospital and medical provider for the U.S. Open Tennis Championships, according to an Aug. 12 news release. 
  1. 5 numbers shaping spine right now

    Here are five numbers shaping the spine industry right now, as reported by Becker's:
  2. Carrell Clinic to add orthopedic surgeon

    Dallas-based Carrell Clinic is adding Justin Cardenas, MD, starting Sept. 3, according to an Aug. 12 news release shared with Becker's.
  3. 10 places hiring spine, orthopedic surgeons

    Here are 10 places hiring spine and orthopedic surgeons.
  4. The next steps for 3 spine, orthopedic robots

    Spine and orthopedic devicemaker leaders have shared updates about the state of their company's robots and strategies for the future.
  1. Mercy Medical Center earns spine surgery accreditation

    Baltimore-based Mercy Medical Center has earned the Joint Commission's core certification for spinal surgery.
  2. Globus Medical spine robot accelerates growth in Q2

    Globus Medical CEO Dan Scavilla said he sees upward growth for the company's enabling technologies, including the Excelsius GPS and Excelsius 3D spine robots, according to an Aug. 6 earnings call. 
  3. 3 orthopedic lawsuits to know

    Becker's reported on three lawsuits and litigation involving orthopedic surgeons in the last month. 
  4. 'The future is now' for spine implants

    Personalization will be a key factor when it comes to the future of spine implants, some surgeons say.
  5. The 'existential question' facing Florida spine groups

    Florida's population growth, aging population and tax-friendly environment make it a key market for orthopedic surgeons to practice, but growing competition and consolidation present growing challenges for independent providers in the Sunshine State. 
  6. Best neurosurgery hospitals in the South: US News

    Of the top 50 hospitals ranked for neurology and neurosurgery in 2024 by U.S. News & World Report, 11 are located in the South. 
  7. DePuy Synthes launches plating system

    DePuy Synthes has launched a new lower extremity anatomic plating system.
  8. How ASCs can unlock profits with outpatient spine migration

    The demand for outpatient spine surgery is growing as technological developments make high-acuity procedures more feasible in the ASC setting.  Here are things for ASCs to consider as they expand into the outpatient spine market:
  9. Ohio orthopedic practices strike partnership with Medline

    Youngstown Orthopaedic Associates and The Orthopaedic Surgery Center, both based in Youngstown, Ohio, have entered into a vendor partnership with Medline.

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