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Leave these trends in the past, spine surgeons say
As spine surgery technology and practice operations evolve, there are some trends that are ready to be sunsetted. -
What is the future of ACDF?
Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion is considered a "gold standard" in spine surgery, but it will likely be eclipsed by disc replacement. -
'A total game changer': Spine surgeons react to the FTC's noncompete ban
The FTC on April 23 issued a final rule that would effectively ban noncompete agreements — something spine surgeons have been anticipating for a while. -
'Time will tell': What will be orthopedic private equity's long-term reputation?
Private equity in orthopedics has the specialty split on its benefits and concerns. The phenomenon is still relatively new, but some physicians are already thinking about the long-term effect it will have on the industry. -
What 1 orthopedic surgeon is excited, nervous for in orthopedics
Venkat Perumal, MD, sees incredible potential in orthopedic innovation and minimally invasive surgery. But some aspects of technological innovation also make him nervous. -
AI is 'an essential part of spine': 3 surgeon insights
Artificial intelligence in healthcare has made great strides despite some concerns about the technology. -
How 3 orthopedic surgeons prepare for a busy day
For some orthopedic surgeons, an upcoming busy day could mean getting extra sleep, prepping materials the night before and making the most out of each minute at the office. -
Where orthopedic surgeons stand on private equity
Orthopedic surgeons are somewhat divided when it comes to their outlook on private equity in healthcare, with some believing it brings many benefits, while others are a bit more tentative. -
An OR without navigation will be 'foreign' in the future, says 1 surgeon
Technology and AI are positioned to have a big impact on orthopedic and spine surgery in the future, led by robotics and navigation, according to one surgeon. -
How 1 orthopedic surgeon champions women in the field
The number of female physicians in orthopedics is low with 11% representation. But Shriners Children's Northern California in Sacramento has taken on efforts internally and in the community to elevate and inspire women in the specialty and medicine as a whole. -
How spine surgeons can prepare for physician shortages, growing demand
Spine surgeons are anticipating large physician shortages in the near future. -
How 1 orthopedic surgeon has developed the future of deformity care
Dror Paley, MD, has spent significant time in his career looking for ways to improve limb lengthening and orthopedic deformity care. -
AI is 'already upon us,' says 1 orthopedic surgeon
The healthcare sector has seen the rise and continued advancement of AI across the industry, including the orthopedic field. -
'Private equity has the potential to be very beneficial': What we heard in March
Spine and orthopedic experts in March shared insights with Becker's on topics from noncompetes to private equity. Here's what they had to say: -
What worries 2 surgeons most about orthopedic, spine surgery
Providing the best care for patients and the increasing demands being placed on physicians are some of the top worries for surgeons today. -
Where orthopedics needs more innovation
Image interpretation within the orthopedic surgery field could use more innovation, according to David Kieras, MD. -
Why sports medicine requires a team approach
Sports medicine surgeon Thomas Graham, MD, has treated numerous professional athletes and approaches their care through a three-pronged lens. -
What's next for the 'alphabet soup' of biologics in orthopedics?
Partnerships will be important to helping push regenerative medicine further in orthopedics, Thomas Graham, MD, said. -
'No personal, professional or financial sense': 6 spine surgeons on noncompetes
Noncompete clauses are a hot topic in spine surgery and healthcare at large. Some states have sought legislation to eliminate them altogether. -
'A very leveraged gamble': Spine surgeons' payer negotiation strategies
Negotiations can be a tricky balance for spine surgeons who want to get the most from payers.
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