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What the new president of ISASS thinks about spine care accessibility, outpatient migration & more
Domagoj Coric, MD, a spinal neurosurgeon at Carolina Neurosurgery and Spine Associates in Charlotte, N.C., has a unique position leading the International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery. -
The technologies Dr. Bert Mandelbaum is most excited about
Machine learning and artificial intelligence are some of the emerging healthcare technologies that Bert Mandelbaum, MD, is eager to follow. -
Why Dr. Scott Sigman is 'passionate' about maintaining an independent practice
Scott Sigman, MD, chief medical officer of Rochester, N.Y.-based OrthoLazer Orthopedic Laser Centers, is concerned about surgeons' future abilities in independent practices. He spoke on the "Becker's Spine and Orthopedic Podcast" about that concern, along with what he's excited about in orthopedics. -
What will spine robots need to flourish in the next decade?
Robot-assisted spine surgery is growing exponentially, and many surgeons laud the efficiencies and improved safety measures the technology provides. However, spine robots still have yet to reach their full potential. -
Surgical robots must become more accurate, Dr. Richard Berger says
Orthopedic surgical robots and navigation systems still have a long way to go when it comes to accuracy, according to Richard Berger, MD, of Chicago-based Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush. -
‘Get on the telehealth bandwagon’: Dr. Richard Berger’s advice for practices addressing backlogs
The number of orthopedic and total joint replacement cases is expected to rise, according to Richard Berger, MD. -
'CMS needs to revisit' 2022 outpatient proposal, Twin Cities Orthopedics president says
CMS has proposed several changes for 2022, with plans to halt the elimination of the inpatient-only list and return 298 musculoskeletal services back to the list being the most significant changes that would affect orthopedic care. -
3 healthcare trends Dr. Michael Bolognesi is following most carefully
Michael Bolognesi, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke Health in Durham, N.C., is paying close attention to healthcare trends that will impact patient care and value-based care. -
'We tend to be leaders': Dr. Joseph Bosco's advice for aspiring physicians
Orthopedic surgeons should hone in on their leadership abilities, according to Joseph Bosco III, MD, vice chair of the orthopedics department at NYU Langone in New York City. -
Track outcomes closely with new spine technology, Dr. Alok Sharan says
Safety and outcome tracking are the two most important aspects for surgeons trying new technology, according to Alok Sharan, MD. -
The 3 healthcare trends Dr. Thomas Obermeyer is watching most closely
Thomas Obermeyer, of Barrington Orthopedic Specialists in Schaumburg, Ill., is following the evolution of outpatient surgery, value-based care and consolidation in orthopedics. -
The questions Dr. Usman Zahir asks when thinking about surgical technology
Usman Zahir, MD, a spine surgeon at ScopeSpine-The Orthopaedic Group (Dulles, Va.) weighs many questions when it comes to trying new surgical technology. -
4 spine surgeons weigh the decision to try new surgical technology
The choice to adopt surgical technology isn't taken lightly among spine surgeons. While surgical robots can improve efficiency and safety, surgeons also have to evaluate factors including cost-effectiveness and patient outcomes. -
'Make a mark with your output': Dr. Ronald Navarro's leadership advice
Great leaders are able to turn their ideas into action and output, according to Ronald Navarro, MD, regional coordinating chief of orthopedic surgery of the Southern California Permanente Medical Group. -
Is it worth the cost? 4 spine surgeons on adopting new technology
From implants to robots, surgical technology for the spine has advanced at an exponential rate, and many surgeons are excited about the potential they hold. -
'It's already evolved': Dr. Kern Singh on outpatient spine surgery
Outpatient spine surgery already has a strong foothold, and it provides surgeons with autonomy, according to Kern Singh, MD, co-director of Minimally Invasive Spine Institute at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush in Chicago. -
The 3 trends on one orthopedic surgeon's mind
Mihir Patel, MD, an orthopedic surgeon and treasurer at Indianapolis-based OrthoIndy said voice-driven technology was one of the biggest healthcare trends he's excited about. -
CMS, payers among the major obstacles to outpatient spine, Dr. David Essig says
CMS poses a primary obstacle to outpatient spine migration, according to David Essig, MD, of Northwell Health in Great Neck, N.Y. -
What billing challenges stifle outpatient spine migration? 2 surgeons' insights
The migration of some spine surgeries to ASCs is well underway, but evolving CMS rules and payer regulations still pose some roadblocks. -
'We have to grow': Why ancillary services are becoming more essential for orthopedic practices
Expanding revenue streams through ancillary services is becoming a larger part of the orthopedic practice business model as reimbursement continues to decline and many practices wait for pre-pandemic patient volumes to return.
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