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4 systems acquiring orthopedic, spine groups in 4 months
From Ascension to Cedars-Sinai, four health systems have acquired new orthopedic and spine groups so far in 2024: -
Monmouth Medical Center earns national quality certification for spine, orthopedics
Monmouth Medical Center earned the Joint Commission's Disease Specific Certification for Total Hip, Knee and Spine, West Orange, N.J.-based RJW Barnabas said in an April 8 news release. -
Former Philadelphia Eagles player still trying to collect $43.5M verdict in knee injury case
Former Philadelphia Eagles team captain Chris Maragos is still trying to collect a $43.5 million verdict he won against an orthopedic surgeon over a career-ending injury, Sports Illustrated reported April 8. -
Onkos Surgical gets FDA De Novo approval of antibacterial orthopedic implants
Onkos Surgical earned the FDA's De Novo approval for its antibacterial-coated orthopedic implants, the medtech company said April 8. -
Orthopedic surgeon salary vs. average household income in each state
Orthopedic surgeons make an average of $565,450 in Minnesota, the highest earning state, compared to the average household income of $109,737. -
7 top hospitals for both spine and orthopedic research
Avant-Garde Health has recognized 30 top hospitals for orthopedic research and 16 top hospitals for spine research in 2024, with seven facilities topping both lists. -
Dr. Keith Meister to operate on Cleveland Guardians pitcher
Cleveland Guardians right-hand pitcher Shane Bieber is expected to have ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction, Yahoo Sports reported April 7. -
Orthopedic surgeon charged over alleged hidden cameras at practice
An Idaho orthopedic surgeon was arrested after footage from a hidden camera at his medical office was found, The Spokesman-Review reported April 7. -
How the net worth of 4 Stryker billionaires has changed since 2019
Of 2024's eight spine and orthopedic billionaires, half of them earned their wealth through medtech giant Stryker. -
'These are crazy times': Orthopedics' biggest disruptors
The orthopedic industry is constantly changing. -
182 orthopedic research all-stars: Avant-Garde Health
Avant-Garde Health shared its Healthcare Research All-Stars 2024 list, which recognizes top physicians and hospitals across 10 specialties, including orthopedic surgery. -
Dr. Keith Meister to operate on Miami Marlins pitcher
Keith Meister, MD, is set to perform elbow surgery on Eury Pérez, a pitcher for the Miami Marlins, on April 8. -
Orthopedic surgeon pay up 1.8%
Orthopedic surgeon pay in the U.S. has reached an average of $378,250 a year, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, up 1.8% from the previous year's data. -
The future of total joint replacements
Here are three advancements in total joint replacements that orthopedic leaders should know: -
Fox Valley Orthopedics adds Dr. Kenneth Chakour as partner
Geneva, Ill.-based Fox Valley Orthopedics has named Kenneth Chakour, MD, as a partner in the practice, according to an April 4 press release submitted to the Daily Herald. -
EmergeOrtho ASC affiliate earns 4 accreditation awards
The Brunswick Surgery Center in Leland, N.C., has earned four certificates of excellence from DNV Healthcare, according to an April 5 report from Wilmington Biz. -
South Carolina governor has knee surgery
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster had an outpatient knee surgery to address a meniscus tear, his office said April 4. -
14,820 orthopedic surgeons in the US: 6 BLS stats to know
An estimated 14,820 orthopedic surgeons work in the U.S, and the mean annual wage of $378,250, according to the newest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, released April 3. -
Warren Memorial Hospital earns gold seal of approval for knee, hip replacements
Valley Health Warren Memorial Hospital has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for total knee and total hip replacements. -
5 states with the most employed orthopedic surgeons
California, the largest state in the nation by population size, also has the highest number of employed orthopedic surgeons, with an estimated 2,570 working in the state, according to the newest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, released April 3.
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