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The 'arms race' of AI will benefit orthopedics, 1 surgeon says
Orthopedic surgeon Brian Grawe, MD, said he's optimistic about the trajectory of artificial intelligence in medicine. -
5 insights from Dr. Alex Vaccaro to know in 2023
Alexander Vaccaro, MD, PhD, president of Philadelphia-based Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, has provided his insight on a range of topics in spine and orthopedics this year. -
Dr. Ryan Molli on swinging the pendulum back to private practice
Ryan Molli, DO, said he hopes more orthopedic surgeons will lean into private practice in the future. -
Why AI worries 1 orthopedic surgeon
Although artificial intelligence has the potential to advance healthcare in certain ways, it could dampen efforts to provide individualistic care, according to Gary Brazina, MD. -
Problems with insurance companies are 'worsening,' per 1 surgeon
Richard Cunningham, MD, is an orthopedic sports medicine physician and surgeon at Vail (Colo.) Summit Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery. He is a knee and shoulder orthopedic specialist and is also a team physician for U.S. Ski & Snowboard. -
OrthoCarolina's new CEO on how his passion for sailing has prepared him to lead
In October, Charlotte, N.C.-based OrthoCarolina announced that beginning Jan. 1, orthopedic spine surgeon Leo Spector, MD, will succeed Bruce Cohen, MD, as the practice network's CEO. -
What will 2024 bring for spine, orthopedic surgery? 4 surgeons weigh in
Spine and orthopedic surgeons can expect to see a larger push for minimally invasive techniques, increased use of new technology and some economic challenges in 2024, according to four surgeons. -
Spine care will have to change under value-based model, 1 surgeon says
The popularity of value-based payment models has risen in recent years among physicians and patients — though not unanimously. The divide has caused certain specialties to embrace the care model more willingly than others, prompting the question: What does the growing emphasis on value in healthcare mean for spine surgeons? -
Physicians worldwide focusing on minimally invasive spine development
Worldwide, orthopedic and spine surgeons are focused on expanding their portfolios headed into 2024, with many focused specifically on new, minimally invasive techniques. -
Why private practice is right for spine surgery
Spine surgeon Peter McCunniff, MD, took the leap from working as a hospital employee to a private practice, and he says the move has been beneficial. -
Dr. Amit Momaya on the next thing to disrupt orthopedics
Amit Momaya, MD, is an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon and is the head of the sports medicine division at the University of Alabama at Birmingham's department of orthopedic surgery. He recently shared with Becker's his thoughts on important current and future trends in orthopedics and healthcare. -
'Spine surgery is still in its infancy': The spine technologies exciting Dr. Tan Chen
Spine surgery is expected to evolve with more outpatient cases and growing technologies, Tan Chen, MD, told Becker's. -
Dr. Amy Wickman on the 'great potential' of outpatient spine surgery
Moving transforaminal lumbar interbody fusions to the ASC was one of the proudest accomplishments for Amy Wickman, MD, of Alta Orthopaedics in Santa Barbara, Calif. -
'No surgery is without risk': Spine surgeons aim to limit exposure
Spine surgery, like all other specialties, carries risks for both patients and physicians. However, physician-patient communication is crucial to limiting risk. -
This surgeon reveals what's next in healthcare
Jason Snibbe, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon with Snibbe Orthopedics in Los Angeles. He opened this specialty hospital just this year. Below he shares insight on his thoughts on the current trends of healthcare as well as where it's heading. -
Lumbar fusion, 3D scans and endoscopic surgery: Dr. Ali Anissipour on the future of spinal treatment
Ali Anissipour, MD, an orthopedic spine surgeon at Western Washington Medical Group in Everett, recently joined Becker's to discuss his achievements in the last year and trends and advancements in spine surgery worth monitoring. -
Research is key to the future of endoscopic spine surgery, 1 surgeon says
Endoscopic spine surgery continues to gain traction, but that could bring challenges with payers, according to Saqib Hasan, MD, of Walnut Creek, Calif.-based Golden State Orthopedics and Spine. -
Dr. Barrett Woods on the advancement of minimally invasive surgery
Barrett Woods, MD, a spine surgeon at Rothman Orthopaedics in Philadelphia, said he strives to "improve the quality of life of my patients through conservative care and surgical intervention for those who require it," according to his LinkedIn profile. -
How Dr. Michael Venezia is building a spine practice with emerging technology
Pushing spine technology forward is one of the highlights of the year for Michael Venezia, DO. -
The essential robotic, freehand skills spine surgeons should know
As spine navigation and robotics grow, some surgeons are concerned about newer generations becoming over-reliant on the technology. At the same time, some experienced surgeons are thinking about the key robotics skills they should add to their practices.
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