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Aetna can't undo class in disc replacement lawsuit
Aetna lost its bid to decertify a 239-person class-action lawsuit over its coverage of lumbar total disc replacement. -
Demystifying the 'black box' of spine care online
Philip Louie, MD, and Venu Nemani, MD, PhD, spine surgeons at Seattle-based Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, began leveraging social media a year ago to bridge the gaps in spine care education, specifically among professional athletes. -
Ohio hospital earns spine certification
Miami Valley Hospital South in Centerville, Ohio, earned Disease Specific Care certification for spine services, according to a July 27 news release.
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Proprio spine system secures $43M in funding
Surgical technology company Proprio, known for its artificial intelligence-driven surgical navigation platform for spine procedures, has secured $43 million in series B funding to address a growing demand for its platform. -
12 surgeons joining new practices in July
Here are 12 spine and orthopedic surgeons who have joined new practices since the beginning of July: -
Icotec earns additional FDA nod for Vader system
Icotec's Vader pedicle system navigated instruments earned FDA 510(k) clearance, the medtech company said July 27. -
Dr. Neal ElAttrache performs 2 elbow procedures on Philadelphia Phillies pitcher
Neal ElAttrache, MD, operated on Andrew Painter, a pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies, in Los Angeles on July 25, according to a July 25 report by CBS News Philadelphia.
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3 places adding orthopedic robots
Here are three places adding orthopedic robots since June 26. -
2 recent data breaches at orthopedic practices
Becker's has reported on two data breaches at orthopedic practices since June 21. -
12 DISC Sports & Spine Center physicians earn Castle Connolly recognition
Castle Connolly recognized 12 physicians from DISC Sports & Spine Center as "Top Doctors" in Los Angeles, the practice said July 27. -
Here's what not enough spine surgeons are doing
Seven spine surgeons discuss the skills and practices they feel more spine surgeons should engage in.
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ATI Physical Therapy, Genie Health partner to create hybrid care model
Rehabilitation provider ATI Physical Therapy and Genie Health, a digital physical therapy and healthcare services provider, have formed a strategic partnership with the goal of creating a hybrid care model melding virtual physical therapy with hands-on care. -
Palm Beach Health adds Dr. David Deliberato
David Deliberato, DO, joined Boca Raton, Fla.-based Palm Beach Health Network Physician Group, according to a July 25 report by South Florida Hospital News. -
Dr. Bassel Diebo joins University Orthopedics Center
Bassel Diebo, MD, joined University Orthopedics’ Center for Spine Health. -
Neurosurgeon cleared of $27M malpractice allegations
A jury found neurosurgeon David Boarini, MD, wasn't responsible for a patient's alleged pain and decreased mobility after spine surgery and cleared him of a $27 million malpractice claim, Medscape reported July 26. -
Dr. Ken Zaslav debuts Agili-C implant in the US
Orthopedic surgeon Ken Zaslav, MD, performed the first commercial case with CartiHeal's Agili-C in the U.S., the medtech company said July 26. -
1st pedicle screw placed using Novarad AR technology in the US
Bradley Moatz, MD, has placed the first ever pedicle screw using Novarad's immersive augmented reality on a live patient in the U.S. -
Building anchored by Resurgens Orthopaedics sold
First Citizens Bank has provided $20.5 million toward the acquisition of a Cumming, Ga.-based medical office building anchored by Resurgens Orthopaedics. -
Steindler Orthopedic Clinic breaks ground on $60M facility
Iowa City, Iowa-based Steindler Orthopedics broke ground on a $60 million facility in North Liberty, Iowa, CBS 2 Iowa reported July 25. -
CDC investigating tuberculosis infections linked to recalled bone grafts
The CDC and FDA are investigating an outbreak of tuberculosis linked to recently recalled viable bone matrix material.
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