Orthopedics

Charlotte, N.C.-based OrthoCarolina is already mapping out its ASC growth plan after North Carolina lifted its CON restrictions last month.  With the changes, the orthopedic group can build new orthopedic outpatient centers, providing high-quality care at a lower cost for…

Resurgeons Orthopaedics has opened a practice location in Griffin, Ga., according to a Dec. 11 report from CityBiz. The 4,900-square-foot practice is part of Griffin Crossroads, a neighborhood shopping center.  Resurgens opened the practice Dec. 8.  The organization supports more…

Real-world data comparing two negative-pressure wound therapy devices suggests lower pressure may drive better outcomes. Around seven million orthopedic surgeries take place in the U.S. every year1, many of them total joint arthroplasty procedures.2 While most progress smoothly, surgical site…

Although AI is in its infancy in healthcare, spine surgeons have found major advantages with the technology from improving imaging to administrative work.  Spine surgeons discuss what they want to do with AI in the next year. Editor’s note: Responses…

Over the last 15 years, I have spoken with hundreds of orthopedic surgeons who have shared the same concern: They need more new patients to remain successful in independent practice. Whether they are battling declining surgical volumes, increased competition from…

From orthopedic groups launching new service lines to the continued outpatient orthopedic push, here are some of the biggest topics that Becker’s heard in November from leaders in the orthopedic field.   Hayden Baker, MD. Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon at Endeavor…

Making continued investments into new services lines, technologies and facilities are top priorities for these leaders once the calendar flips into 2026. From modernizing outdated systems to improve efficiencies to breaking ground on new orthopedic ASCs, organizations already have blueprints…

Despite challenges in the healthcare landscape, many spine surgeons remain optimistic for the specialty, especially as innovations are unveiled. Editor’s note: Responses were lightly edited for clarity. Question: What keeps you most optimistic about the future of spine surgery? Jordan…

AI’s potential in spine surgery goes beyond some of the common uses like note taking and triage, Michael Verdon, DO, predicted. Dr. Verdon, a spine surgeon with Dayton Neurologic Associates in Beavercreek, Ohio, shared his AI outlook during an upcoming…

Medicare’s 2026 Physician Fee Schedule poses a headwind for spine surgeons, a reason Morgan Lorio, MD, said his focus in the new year will be on physician advocacy. Dr. Lorio, past president of the International Society for the Advancement of…