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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. -
Outcomes, access, experience: How one orthopedic group measures success
Growing an orthopedic group for the sake of size isn't a guarantee for effectiveness, according to orthopedic surgeon Thomas Graham, MD. -
From wartime to game time, Dr. Neal ElAttrache operates at the forefront of surgical advancement
A decade from now, one defining aspect of orthopedic surgery in 2024 will have been the speed at which new techniques are adopted, Neal ElAttrache, MD, said. -
Dr. Neal ElAttrache: Tommy John concept 'hasn't changed' much over last 50 years
In September 1974, Frank Jobe, MD, performed the first Tommy John surgery, which is now one of the most common procedures among baseball players. And in 2024, one of Dr. Jobe's students, Neal ElAttrache, MD, is looking ahead to the procedure's next evolutions. -
Market forces will dictate the move to ASCs, says orthopedic CEO
Orthopedic and spine practices are up against several payer challenges in 2024, from CMS pay cuts to the decision to keep or sever ties with Medicare patients. -
Private equity can work in orthopedics, says DISC surgeon
Private equity is under scrutiny after several federal agencies launched an inquiry into its role in healthcare. -
Change Healthcare incident 'should concern all of us,' spine surgeon says
Healthcare workers and consumers should pay closer attention to which entities are overseeing the landscape in light of the recent Change Healthcare cyberattack, says spine surgeon Brian Gantwerker, MD. -
'Value-based care is in limbo right now': What we heard in February
Spine and orthopedic experts in February shared insights on topics from value-based care to consolidation. -
The pros, cons of bundled payments in spine surgery: 5 insights
Bundled payments can be used as an alternative to fee-for-service in spine surgery. Some spine surgeons believe in their potential for patient access, while others are more cautious about the arrangement. -
Why orthopedic surgeons are leaving the field
Orthopedic surgeons are facing several challenges that could be leading them to step away from the field. -
The red tape pushing orthopedic surgeons away
Challenges with insurance reimbursement and authorizations could be contributing to orthopedic surgeons leaving the field, according to Jonathan Koenig, MD. -
Orthopedic surgery competition to be driven by tech innovation in 2024: Dr. Alex Vaccaro
Innovation with new technology such as augmented reality and robotics will have a great impact on competition in the orthopedic surgery industry, according to Alex Vaccaro, MD, PhD. -
How competition among spine surgeons is evolving
Spine surgery competition is evolving this year thanks to changes in workforce saturation and the addition of new spine centers. -
What PELTO Health Partners did in its 1st year to prepare for expansion
In February 2023 Durham, N.C.-based EmergeOrtho, Indianapolis-based OrthoIndy and Seattle-based Proliance Surgeons came together to form PELTO Health Partners, an orthopedic group free of outside capital. -
Value-based care hit a 'stumbling block': 1 orthopedic surgeon explains why
Value-based care is a hot topic in orthopedic care, but its lack of consensus among payers, patients and physicians has been an obstacle, Michael Havig, MD, said. -
'On the brink of transformative change': What's next for the spine device market
Innovation has grown in the spine device market, and many companies are looking toward more minimally invasive and motion preserving options. Five spine surgeons discuss their expectations for the spine medtech market in the near future.
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