U.S. Orthopedic Alliance is now using Highmark Interactive's EQ remote monitoring platform.

Endoscopic spine surgery, enhanced recovery after surgery protocols and robotic platforms are among the procedures and technologies that spine surgeons across the country are integrating into their practice this year.

Danbury-based OrthoConnecticut relocated its Ridgefield office, according to a Feb. 2 news release shared in Hamlet Hub.

Sioux Falls, S.D.-based Orthopedic Institute hired three surgeons, the practice said Feb. 2.

A four-physician practice joined Winchester, Va.-based Valley Health.

Manhattan Beach, Calif.-based Beach Cities Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, an affiliate of American Orthopedic Partners, added Chris Mellano, MD.

Texas Spine & Joint Hospital's outpatient MRI facility in Longview will need to be repaired after a fire early Feb. 1.

Cincinnati-based Mayfield Brain and Spine hired Lynda Groh, MD, a pain medicine specialist.

Philadelphia-based Rothman Orthopaedic Institute teamed up with POV Sports Marketing to help manage and grow the practice's sports partnerships.

In the last 30 days, construction was completed or announced for four multimillion-dollar spine and orthopedic projects at hospitals.

Tampa-based Florida Orthopaedic Institute became the largest orthopedic practice in the state in 2021 after merging with MD Healthcare Partners in 2019, Business Observer reported Jan. 24.

In the last year, spine and orthopedic practices have turned to consolidation and aligning with management services organizations to keep up with the shifting healthcare landscape. For patients, outpatient surgeries and forgoing hospital stays have become favorable, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Since December, donors have given large contributions to support spine and orthopedic projects.

Albuquerque-based New Mexico Orthopaedic Associates hired four physicians, Albuquerque Journal reported Jan. 15.

Brentwood, Tenn.-based 7 Springs Orthopedics acquired Hendersonville, Tenn.-based Sport Ortho Urgent Care.

Robert Pettit, MD, will lead Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine's upcoming office in Fort Thomas, Ky., Fort Thomas Matters reported Jan. 12.

Tallahassee (Fla.) Orthopedic Clinic added Stryker's Mako Smart Robotics system, the clinic said Jan. 12. 

Dallas-based Novum Orthopedic Partners formed a new orthopedic management platform, partnering with three practices. 

U.S. Orthopaedic Partners has completed six partnerships since its inception, and many of its practices have added surgeons and plan hires, according to a Jan. 12 news release.

OrthoIdaho was acquired by the Portneuf Medical Group, both in Pocatello.