The orthopedic specialty has one of the largest gender pay gaps, according to the "2023 Physician Compensation Report" from Physicians Thrive. 

Value-based care models can reduce costs and improve outcomes for patients, but they are not without drawbacks. Sometimes, the model can lead to patient denials and higher pressures for physicians and surgeons. 

Charlotte, N.C.-based OrthoCarolina has partnered with Calm Waters AI to integrate its evaluation and management coding artificial intelligence program.

The University of Louisville (Ky.) Health-Jewish Hospital has completed its 3,000th joint replacement procedure using Mako's SmartRobotic system, according to a May 12 report from NBC affiliate WAVE.

Biomaterials company Sealonix has closed on $20 million in series A funding for the development of its next generation of hemostatic sealants for surgical use. 

Six orthopedic surgeons connected with Becker's to discuss what is next for artificial intelligence and augmented reality in the orthopedic industry.

Athens (Ga.) Orthopedic Clinic has broken ground on a 23,600-square-foot facility in Greensboro, Ga., according to a May 10 report from the Lake Oconee Breeze.

Orthopedic surgeons in single-specialty settings tend to earn more compared to their hospital-employed counterparts, according to the "2023 Physician Compensation Report" from Physicians Thrive. 

Orthopedic surgeons are among the highest-paid specialties, according to the "2023 Physician Compensation Report" from Physicians Thrive. 

Al Roker, weather anchor on NBC's Today show, underwent a total knee revison on May 9, the news outlet reported May 10. 

Brian Cole, MD, head of the Cartilage Research and Restoration Center at Rush University Medical Center, performed a cartilage transplant surgery on the right knee of Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog, according to ESPN News Services.

Orthopedic surgeons contribute around $74 billion in economic output nationwide, including more than 411,000 jobs, according to data from the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. 

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly signed a bill that allows sports team physicians licensed in another state to receive a temporary waiver in Kansas, according to a May 9 report by The Topeka Capital-Journal.

Stamford, Conn.-based Spire Orthopedic Partners has expanded its C-suite with three appointments.

Columbus, Ohio-based Orthopedic One plans to build a 60,000-square-foot medical office building in a medical development in Gahanna, Ohio, according to a May 8 report from The Business Journals. 

Monogram Orthopedics is preparing to join the stock exchange, planning to be listed on the NASDAQ under the symbol MGRM. The company is completing an A+ funding round to prepare for the listing. 

Healthgrades has released its inaugural list of top hospitals for outpatient joint replacements in 2023 and 2024, according to a May 9 press release. 

Healthgrades has released its inaugural list of top hospitals for outpatient total knee replacements in 2023 and 2024, according to a May 9 press release. 

Healthgrades has released its inaugural list of top hospitals for outpatient total hip replacements in 2023 and 2024, according to a May 9 press release. 

From total hip replacements to knee replacements, here are 12 celebrities who have undergone one, or more, of the procedures: