Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush in Chicago has been named the preferred medical provider of Cirque du Soleil, OVO, according to a practice news release.

Orthopedic practices were selected for inclusion on this list based on practice size, services and reputation in their communities. This list was created after substantial research by our editorial staff. Practices do not pay and cannot pay to be included on this list. This list is not an endorsement of any organization's clinical abilities.

There is a big difference in internal rotation and horizontal adduction between softball and baseball athletes with and without shoulder injuries, according to an abstract published in The American Journal of Sports Medicine.

David J. Raab, MD, president of the Board of Managers, and Jeffrey L. Visotsky, MD, member of the Board of Managers, Illinois Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery Center, recently gave a presentation titled "Key Thoughts on Hand and Knee Surgery in ASCs—What Makes Sense Financially" at the 9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine and Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference in Chicago on June 9, 2011.

70 of the Best Knee Surgeons in America

The following knee surgeons were selected based on awards they received from major organizations in the field, leadership in those organizations, work on professional publications and positions of service at hospitals and surgery centers. Click to continue »

The Year Ahead: 9 Biggest Issues for Orthopedic Surgeons in 2011

Industry experts identify nine of the top concerns for orthopedic surgeons in 2011. 1. Healthcare reform law. Over the next year, there will be an increased focus on quality measures and ... Click to continue »

The Future of Orthopedic Surgeon Employment: 3 Core Concepts

Increasingly, orthopedic surgeons coming out of school are joining hospitals rather than independent practices. At the same time, orthopedic practices are increasingly entering into co-management or joint ... Click to continue »

Publisher’s Letter: January/February 2011

2010 was an interesting year for all areas of healthcare, including orthopedics and spine.Click to continue »

5 Top-Paid Specialists Include Spine, Neurosurgery and Sports Medicine

Orthopedic spine, neurological and sports medicine surgeons were among the top five highest-paid specialties in 2009, according to MGMA's Physician Compensation and Production Survey: 2010 Report Based ... Click to continue »

Spine Surgery in 2011 and Beyond: 7 Points About the Future of Spine Surgery

Many of the new techniques and equipment developed over the past few years for spine surgery have leaned toward the minimally invasive approach, which is gaining popularity across the country. Click to continue »

5 Techniques for Increasing Patient Volume at Your Sports Medicine Practice

It has become necessary for many specialists and practices to market their services more proactively than in the past. Beyond providing great treatment outcomes, orthopedic and sports medicine practices must competitively reach out to their community to ensure patient volume. Click to continue »

10 Recent Orthopedic and Spine Device Company Partnerships and Acquisitions

Here are ten recent orthopedic and spine device company partnerships, agreements and acquisitions. Click to continue »

Here are 100 orthopedic and spine physician leaders to know. The physicians on this list were selected for their leadership positions within professional societies, management positions at surgery centers and hospitals and their important contributions to the field of orthopedic and spine surgery. This list is not an endorsement of the physicians selected for inclusion.

Here are 70 knee surgeons and specialists to know.

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May 16, 2013: Spine Business

• Drs. Andrew Cordover, Kern Singh & 3 Other Spine Surgeons on Healthcare Reform Challenges | Spine Surgeon of the Day--Dr. Anthony Yeung | 7 Things for Spine Surgeons to Know for Thursday | Don't Miss Your Chance to Register - Business-Focused Conf. for ASCs, Orthopedics, Spine & Pain Management |
  
  
  

May 15, 2013: Spine Business

• Dr. Hyun Bae: 8 Trends in Nationwide Lumbar Spine Surgery | Spine Surgeon of the Day--Dr. Jeffrey Carlson | 10 Top Charging Hospitals for Spinal Fusion | Only 37 Spots Left at the Most Business-Focused Conf. for ASCs, Orthopedics, Spine & Pain Management |
  
  
  

May 15, 2013: Orthopedic

• Hoag Orthopedic Institute Names Dr. Michael Patzakis Research & Education Medical Director| Q&A With Dr. Howard Levy | 35 Devices Receive FDA (510) k Clearance | Only 37 Spots Left at the Most Business-Focused Conference for ASCs, Orthopedics, Spine & Pain Management |
  
  
  

May 14, 2013: Spine Business

• Spine Surgeon of the Day--Dr. William Taylor on Biggest Coverage Issues in 2013 | 8 Spine & Orthopedic Device Company Leadership Changes | Dr. Krzystof Siemienow Discusses Key Developments in Complex Cervical Spine--June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

May 13, 2013: Spine Business

• Spine Surgeon of the Day--Dr. Richard Kube on Strategies for Spine Practice Management in the 21st Century | Drs. Christopher Lee, Michael Vitale & Others: 8 Things to know About Scoliosis Surgery Infections | 8 Spine Surgeons on the Move | Dr. Charles Gordon Talks About Success in the Face of Challenges--June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

May 13, 2013: Orthopedic

• 12 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Patient Visits | Dr. Alan Nasar Becomes Chairman of Orthopedic Surgery at CentraState Medical Center | 5 Key Outcome Stats on Knee Replacement Surgery | Dr. David Geier to Speak on Social Media for Orthopedic Surgeons at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

May 9, 2013: Spine Business

• Spine Surgeon of the Day--Dr. Daniel Resnick: Fostering Evidence-Based Spine Advances | Dr. Behrooz Akbarnia Leads Team of Surgeons in New Scoliosis Treatment | 7 Things for Spine Surgeons to Know for Thursday | There's Still Time to Register for the June ASC Conf! |
  
  
  

May 9, 2013: Orthopedic

• 10 Statistics on Orthopedic Physician Compensation in 2012 | Q&A With Dr. Hooman Melamed of DISC Sports & Spine Center | Mitek Sports Launches Rotator Cuff Repair System | Dr. David Rothbart to Speak at June ASC Conf |
  
  
  

May 8, 2013: Spine Business

• Spine Surgeon of the Day--Dr. Hooman Melamed on Combining a Drive for Medicine & Sports | FDA Clears 19 Spine Devices in April | Drs. Kevin Foley, Hansen Yuan & 7 Other Spine Surgeons Recently Honored | Early Reg Dsct Extension Ends Today! Hear Spine & Orthopedic Surgeon Leaders Discuss Big Clinical & Business Trends for Surgeons at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

May 7, 2013: Spine Business

• Spine Surgeon of the Day--Dr. Samuel Cho: Translating a Passion for Spine to a Successful Practice | 5 Biggest Mistakes for Spine Practice Online Marketing | Dr. James Lynch on The Quantum Shift in Spine Implant Strategy--Learn More at the June ASC Conf, Early Reg Dscts Extended to May 8 |
  
  
  

May 7, 2013: Orthopedic

• Dr. Robert Namba: 12 Risk Factors for Infection After Total Knee Replacement | Q&A With Dr. Barbara Bergin of Texas Orthopedics, Sports and Rehabilitation Associates | 12 Best & Worst States for Physicians to Practice | June ASC Conf Early Reg Dscts Extended to May 8! |
  
  
  

May 6, 2013: Spine Business

• D5 Benchmarks to Higher Quality Spine Practices From Dr. Bryan Oh | Spine Surgeon of the Day--Dr. Jason Brodkey: Developing a Multidisciplinary Spine Center of Excellence | NuVasive Profits Up 4.9% in Q1 | Spine Surgery Over the Next Five Years--Learn More at the June ASC Conf, Early Reg Dscts Extended to May 8 |
  
  
  

May 2, 2013: Spine Business

• Drs. Robert Watkins, Jeffrey Wang, Jeffrey Goldstein + 5 Spine Surgeons on Bringing Innovation to the Operating Room | Dr. Michael Hisey: 5 Ideas for Spine Practice Growth in Today's Market | ISASS Surgeons Present Study of Fusion as Pain Treatment | Register TODAY for June 13-15 Orthopedic and Spine ASC Conf.
  
  
  

May 2, 2013: Orthopedic

• Zimmer Reports Flat Q1 Sales | 25 Orthopedic Surgeons on the Move | 4 Reforms That Could Cut Healthcare Spending by $1 Trillion | June ASC Conf Early Reg Dscts Extended to May 8! |
  
  
  

May 1, 2013: Spine Business

• Drs. Roger Hartl, Kenneth Hansraj & Douglas Won: 6 Strategies for Patient-Centric Spine Practices | Early Reg Dscts End Today! Join 90+ Sessions on Spine, Orthopedic & ASC Clinical & Business Trends | AANS Names Dr. William Couldwell 2013 President | 5 Yr Spinal Disc Replacement Data: How it Compares With Spinal Fusion |
  
  
  

April 30, 2013: Spine Business

• Dr. Douglas Won: 6 Ways to Increase Practice Profits | Stryker Q1 Net Earnings Drop 13% After Hip Implant Recalls | 2 Days Left for June 13-15 Conf. Registration Discounts -- Register Today! | Dr. Anthony Wu's South County Spine Care Moves to Expanded Irvine Location |
  
  
  

April 30, 2013: Orthopedic

• Dr. Thomas C. Barber & AAOS: 100+ Surgeons to Lobby on Capitol Hill | June ASC Conf.--Early Reg Dscts End May 1 | Private Practice vs. Employment: 10 Statistics on Orthopedist Compensation | Stryker Q1 Earnings Drop 13% After Hip Implant Recalls |
  
  
  

April 29, 2013: Spine Business

• Drs. Charles Mick, John Finkenberg & NASS to Congress: 3 Needed SGR Reforms | Hear 20+ Spine Surgeon Leader Speakers at June ASC Conf--3 Days Left for Early Reg Dscts! | Zimmer Spine Sales Plummet 10% | Dr. Hallett Mathews: 3 Big Reasons to Consider Outpatient Spine |
  
  
  

April 25, 2013: Spine Business

• Drs. Douglas Won, A.N. Shamie: 7 Areas of Underused Potential for Spine Surgeons Online | How to Reduce Costs & Maintain Quality of Care: 5 Spine Surgeons Weigh In | 80+ Business & Clinical Topics--Early Reg Dscts End in 5 Days--Reg Today! | 7 Things for Spine Surgeons to Know for Thursday |
  
  
  

April 25, 2013: Orthopedic

• 7 Ideas for Orthopedic Surgeons to Maximize Online Potential | 5 Healthcare Policy Issues to Know | 5 New Orthopedic Device & Procedure Launches | June ASC Conf.--Early Reg Dscts End May 1 |
  
  
  

April 24, 2013: Spine Business

• 6 Trends for Successful Spine Practice Models of the Future | 35 Spine Device Companies Making an Impact | Improve Surgery Center Profits in a Challenging Environment / 80+ Business & Clinical-Focused Topics--8 Days Left for Early Reg Dscts! | 5 Steps to Jump-Start Online Spine Practice Video Marketing |
  
  
  

April 23, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Benefits of Selecting a Private Spine Surgery Practice From Dr. David Chang | Dr. Drew Dossett to Perform Spine Surgery on Rangers' Matt Harrison | Dashboard Observations on 17 Specialties & Niches; 7 Reasons to Worry About the Healthcare Economy; Is a Large Combined System Better? | Improve Surgery Center Profits in a Challenging Environment / 80+ Business & Clinical-Focused Topics--Early Registration Closes May 1st! |
  
  
  

April 23, 2013: Orthopedic

• 10 Leadership Positions for Sports Medicine Physicians | Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush Opens New Institute | Dashboard Observations on 17 Specialties & Niches; 7 Reasons to Worry About the Healthcare Economy; Is a Large Combined System Better? | June ASC Conf.--Early Reg Dscts End May 1 |
  
  
  

April 22, 2013: Spine Business

• Dr. Michael Gleiber: Minimally Invasive Spinal Deformity Technique | Nominations Sought for Spine Surgeon Leadership Award--Business & Clinical Excellence | Hear 90+ Speakers at the June ASC Conf.--Early Reg. Dscts End May 1! | SpineFrontier Launches New Pedicle Screw System |
  
  
  

April 18, 2013: Spine Business

• 6 Spine Surgeons on Physician Partnerships for Improved Care | 10 Tips for Spine Surgeons to Consider When Choosing a Practice | 6 Things for Spine Surgeons to Know for Thursday | 3 Reviewers Needed for Orthopedic, Spine-Driven ASC Conference -- Free Registration! |
  
  
  

April 18, 2013: Orthopedic

• 10 Considerations for Orthopedic Surgeons to Choose the Right Practice | Orthopaedic Trauma Association Names Dr. Andrew Schmidt Pres. | J&J Q1 Orthopedics Jumps 59% | Learn More About What Healthcare Reform Means for Orthopedics at June ASC Conf.--Early Reg Dscts End May 1 |
  
  
  

April 17, 2013: Spine Business

• D5 Tactics for Spine Groups to Help Young Surgeons Build Their Practices | Dr. Bryan Oh: Outlook on Spine Surgeon Relationships With Hospitals | 17 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Comp | Emerging Business Issues in Spine Surgery--Learn More at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

April 16, 2013: Spine Business

• 17 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Compensation | 5 Physician Perspective Trends for Orthopedic Surgeons to Know | FDA Increases Stryker Knee Device Recall | 15 CPT Coding Issues for Orthopedics & Spine--Learn More at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

April 16, 2013: Orthopedic

• 31 Orthopedic & Spine Devices Get FDA Clearance in March | 6 Observations & Concerns on the Future for Healthcare Providers | 89 Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Surgeons for Pro Hockey | Key Steps to Improve Profits in Orthopedics ASCs--Panel Discussion at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

April 15, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Steps to Translate Spine Innovation to the OR | Medtronic Spine to Reduce Workforce, Cut Costs 5% | Spine Imaging: 5 Strategies for Meeting 'Milliman Criteria' | 3 Reviewers Needed for June Conference -- Free Registration
  
  
  

April 11, 2013: Spine Business

• 6 Spine Surgeons on Adopting MIS Techniques | Dr. Ram Mudiyam on What Spine Surgeons Look For in a Practice | ISASS Names Best Paper Winners | FDA Grants 510(k) Clearance to Spine Imaging System
  
  
  

April 11, 2013: Orthopedic

• 31 Orthopedic & Spine Devices Get FDA Clearance in March | 6 Observations & Concerns on the Future for Healthcare Providers | 89 Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Surgeons for Pro Hockey | Key Steps to Improve Profits in Orthopedics ASCs--Panel Discussion at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

April 10, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Qualities of Spine Center Leaders for Today & Tomorrow | Dr. Benjamin Cohen: 4 Tips to Prevent Spine Patient Readmissions | 73% of Specialists Foresee More Integration With Hospitals | Drs. John Peloza & Frank Phillips to Speak on Keynote Panel at June ASC Conf--Reg Today! |
  
  
  

April 9, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Ideas for Spine Surgeons to Leverage Online Potential | ISASS Names Dr. Luiz Pimenta President | 5 Statistics on Postoperative Scoliosis Management | Hear Ideas for Spine Practice Marketing & Patient Development at June ASC Conf.--Reg Today! |
  
  
  

April 9, 2013: Orthopedic

• 5 Thoughts on PODs | 7 Ideas to Improve Orthopedic Patient Satisfaction & Cut Costs | 11 Orthopedic Surgeons Treat Pro Athletes | Complimentary Webinar: The ASC Revenue Trifecta: Payor Mix, OON & PPO |
  
  
  

April 8, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Thoughts on PODs | 7 Ways to Decrease Spine Surgery Costs & Improve Patient Satisfaction | FDA Clears 13 Spine Devices in March | Complimentary Webinar: The ASC Revenue Trifecta - Payor Mix, OON & PPO |
  
  
  

April 4, 2013: Spine Business

• 7 Spine Surgeons on How Med Device Tax Will Impact Spine Innovation | Orthopedics in the Era of Healthcare Reform: Q&A With AAOS President Dr. Joshua Jacobs | 7 Things for Spine Surgeons to Know for Thursday |
  
  
  

April 4, 2013: Orthopedic

• AAOS President Dr. Joshua Jacobs: Orthopedics in the Era of Healthcare Reform | 10 Stats on Orthopedic ASC Staffing Salary | Stryker Launches Knee & Hip Arthroscopy Device | Learn to Design & Implement a High Performing Orthopedic Center of Excellence--June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

April 3, 2013: Spine Business

• 8 Strategies to Overcome Dropping Spine Reimbursements | 10 Stats on Reoperation After Spine Surgery for Disc Herniation | AxioMed Spine Gets Patent for Disc Replacement Implant | Hear Dr. Krzystof Siemienow Speaking on Key Developments in Complex Cervical Spine at the June ASC Conf--Reg Today! |
  
  
  

April 2, 2013: Spine Business

• MWill Spine Surgeons Seek Hospital Employment? 4 Leaders Weigh In | 5 Stats on Medicare Beneficiary Readmissions After Spinal Stenosis Surgery | 8 Stats on How Orthopedic Surgeons Approach Cost of Care | 11 News Updates for Orthopedic Device Companies
  
  
  

April 2, 2013: Orthopedic

• 10 Big Healthcare Policy Trends for Orthopedic Surgeons to Know | 8 Stats on How Orthopedic Surgeons Approach Cost of Care | 11 Updates for Orthopedic Devices | Learn About Business & Clinical Issues for Orthopedics in ASCs at June ASC Conf.--Reg Today! |
  
  
  

April 1, 2013: Spine Business

• Medicare 2% Physician Pay Cut Starts Today | 10 Big Healthcare Policy Trends for Spine Surgeons to Know | Dr. Marc Cohen: Where MIS Spine Research & Technology is Headed | Key Concepts to Improve Outcomes & Profitability of Spine Programs--4 Physicians to Discuss at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

March 28, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Qualities of Effective Spine Surgeon Leaders in Profitable Practices | K2M Launches New Spinal Bone Graft System | 7 Things for Spine Surgeons to Know for Thursday | Dr. Jeffrey Carlson on Outpatient Cervical & Lumbar Spinal Fusion Research
  
  
  

March 28, 2013: Orthopedic

• 32 Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Team Physicians for Pro Soccer | OIG Special Fraud Alert on PODs | Dr. Stuart Weinstein: How Orthopedic Surgeons Can Become Politically Active | 3 Surgeons to Discuss 6 Defining Issues for Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management Practices at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

March 27, 2013: Spine Business

• Dr. Nick Shamie: How Sequestration is Impacting Spine Surgeons | Surgery Could Save $2.1B Over Non-Operative Care for Disc Herniation | PPACA 3 Years Later: 5 Biggest Changes | 4 Spine Specialists to Discuss New Initiatives in Spine & Pain Management at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

March 26, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Steps to Turn Your Spine Practice Into a Destination for Treatment | Spine Surgeons Call for Implant Price Transparency | 6 Points on Effective Spine Center & Surgeon Marketing | DOJ, SEC End Zimmer Investigation
  
  
  

March 26, 2013: Orthopedic

• 5 Points on Economic Value of Orthopedic Surgery | Dr. James Lynch to Discuss Shift in Orthopedic & Spine Implant Strategy at June ASC Conf. | AAOS Honors Dr. Mark Gonzalez With Diversity Award | Mitek Sports Medicine Launches New Screw Design |
  
  
  

March 25, 2013: Spine Business

• 8 Tips for Spine Surgeon Marketing With High ROI | Dr. Artem Vaynman: Key Concepts for Future Spine Research | Dr. Michael Yaszemski Wins AAOS Leadership Award | Improve Your Spine Practice Regardless of the Healthcare Environment--Reg. for June ASC Conf. Today! |
  
  
  

March 21, 2013: Orthopedic

• 5 Trends for Orthopedic Surgeons to Watch Today | AAOS Names Dr. Joshua Jacobs President, New Exec Leadership | 5 Statistics on Orthopedic Practice Management | DePuy Synthes Launches New Knee Device | Duke's Coach K to Speak at June ASC Conf.--Reg. Today! |
  
  
  

March 21, 2013: Spine Business

• Dr. Marc Cohen: 4 Big Coverage Challenges for Spine Surgeons | Spine Names Dr. Alexander Vaccaro Editorial Board Co-Chairman | 4 Spine Surgeons Predict What Technology Will Positively Impact Spine Care
  
  
  

March 20, 2013: Spine Business

• Dr. Joseph Zavatsky: 3 Trends in MIS Spine Surgery Research | 7 Steps for Spine Groups to Build an ASC | FDA Warns NuVasive on Marketing | The Changing Role of Spine: Hear 4 Experts Discuss at June ASC Conf.--Reg. Today! |
  
  
  

March 19, 2013: Spine Business

• 50 Spine Surgeons & Specialists Researching Biologics | Bringing Spine Specialists Under One Roof: Q&A With Dr. Ty Thaiyananthan of BASIC Spine | 7 Hospitals Expanding Orthopedic & Spine Programs | ONE Brain & Spine Center Opens
  
  
  

March 19, 2013: Orthopedic

• Pioneering CMS Bundled Payment for Joint Replacement: Q&A With Illinois Bone & Joint Institute | 94 Orthopedic Surgeons for Professional Baseball | URMC Topped NIH Orthopedics Research Funding in 2012 | The Best Ideas for Orthopedics Now: 3 Orthopedic Surgeons Discuss at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

March 18, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Documentation & Billing Tips for Spine Surgeons to Get Paid More | LDR's Joe Ross: Outlook for Spinal Non-Fusion Technology | 15 Stats on Orthopedist Compensation | Can ASCs Profit Through Spine & Orthopedics? Experts Discuss at June ASC Conf--Reg. Today! |
  
  
  

March 14, 2013: Orthopedic

• 41 Orthopedic & Spine Devices Get FDA Clearance in Feb. | 12 Recommendations on Physician Payment Reform | 10 Tips to Make Efficient Orthopedics ASCs Better | What Will Healthcare Reform Mean for Orthopedics, Spine, Pain Management & ASCs? Expert Panelists Discuss at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

March 14, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Spine Surgeons on EMR Adoption | 5 Tips to Get Started With Outpatient Spine Surgery | VertiFlex to Sell Spine Technology to Stryker | 7 Things for Spine Surgeons to Know for Thursday |
  
  
  

March 13, 2013: Spine Business

• 35 Spine-Driven ASCs to Know | Dr. Lawrence Dickinson: Innovative Trends in Spine Surgery Technology | 5 Tips on Spine Surgeon Online Presence Management | June ASC Conf: 4 Spine Specialists to Discuss Spine Surgery-The Next 5 Years--Register Today! |
  
  
  

March 12, 2013: Orthopedic

• 5 Ways to Maximize Orthopedic OR Efficiency | 200 Orthopedic- & Spine-Driven ASCs to Know | DePuy Ordered to Pay $8M in Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant Decision | Learn More on ACOs & Bundled Payments for Orthopedics--June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

March 12, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Ways for Spine Practices to Stay on the Cutting Edge | 100 Hospitals With Great Neurosurgery & Spine Programs | Dr. Richard Kube Performs 1st Illinois Coflex Procedure |
  
  
  

March 11, 2013: Spine Business

• 22 Spine Devices Get FDA Clearance in Feb. | 9 New Spine Surgeon Moves | 5 Ways to Increase Spine Practice Volume | Hear 95+ Speakers on Spine & Healthcare Issues & Topics at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

March 7, 2013: Orthopedic

• 15 Stats on Orthopedics in ASCs | 5 Keys for Adding Surgeons to Orthopedic Groups | Sports Medicine Market to Jump 9.5% in 5 Years | Coach K to Speak at June ASC Conf.--Register Today! |
  
  
  

March 7, 2013: Spine Business

• What Skills Must Future Spine Leaders Possess? | 5 Key Considerations for Adding Surgeons at Spine & Orthopedics Groups | 7 Things for Spine Surgeons to Know for Thursday |
  
  
  

March 6, 2013: Spine Business

• 6 Factors for Positive Employee Culture at Spine Practices | TranS1 Reports $12M Loss in Q4 | 15 Statistics on Orthopedics in ASCs | Hear 130+ Spine Surgeon & Industry Experts on Healthcare Business Topics at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

March 5, 2013: Orthopedic

• 5 Tips for Orthopedic Practices to Optimize Collections | Medicare 2% Physician Pay Cut Coming April 1 | ArthroCare SpeedLock Hip Implant Gets FDA Clearance | Learn More About Top Business & Legal Issues for Orthopedic Practices at June ASC Conf--Register Today! |
  
  
  

March 5, 2013: Spine Business

• 8 Big Trends in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | Lanx Releases ALTA Cervical Spine Fusion Device | Dr. Hongbo Lui Joins San Antonio Orthopaedic & Spine Institute | Which Health Programs Did the Sequester Cut? |
  
  
  

March 4, 2013: Spine Business

• 8 Big Trends in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | Amedica Gets Artificial Disc Implant Patent | NuVasive Posts $2.7M 4Q Loss | 5 Ways for Spine ASCs to Save on Implants |
  
  
  

February 28, 2013: Orthopedic

• 5 Factors Driving Orthopedic Practice Sales & How to Overcome Them | Dr. Dan Cooper Receives NFL Team Physician Award | 8 Steps to Better OR Efficiency at Orthopedics ASCs | 120+ Speakers on Orthopedics & Healthcare Trends at June ASC Conf.--Register Today! |
  
  
  

February 28, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Factors Driving Physician Practice Sales & How to Overcome | 5 Spine Surgeons Give Advice to New Practitioners | 7 Things for Spine Surgeons to Know for Thurs. | Premia Spine Develops Fusion Alternative |
  
  
  

February 27, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Achievable Goals for Spine Practice Operational Success | Zimmer Releases New Spinal Fixation System | Two Nevada Spine Groups Merge | Hear Keynote Speakers Coach K, Geoff Colvin, Brad Gilbert, Forrest Sawyer & More at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

February 26, 2013: Orthopedic

• 5 Ways Value Based Purchasing Can Improve Orthopedic Care | 7 New Orthopedic & Spine Devices | Dr. Joshua Jacobs to Become New AAOS President | Register Today for 100+ Sessions on Healthcare Business & Industry Trends at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

February 26, 2013: Spine Business

• Dr. Arnold Feldman on How to Design a Medical Travel Program | AAOS Names Dr. Joshua Jacobs President | 5 Ways Value Based Purchasing Can Improve Orthopedic Care | 7 Spine & Orthopedic Device Launches & Releases |
  
  
  

February 25, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Strategies for Success in Spine Practices | Dr. Gunnar Andersson: Spine Surgery Coverage for New Technology Post Reform | Texas Spine & Joint Hospital Unveils $27M Expansion & Renovation |
  
  
  

February 22, 2013: Spine Business

• Effective Tactics for Politically Active Spine Surgeons: Q&A With Dr. Karl Swann | Developing Payor Relationships: 3 Spine Surgeons' Tips | 7 Things for Spine Surgeons to Know for Thursday | Enjoy more than 100 Session at the June ASC Conference |
  
  
  

February 21, 2013: Orthopedic

• 5 Points on New Payment Model Preferences for Orthopedic Surgeons | 10 Compensation Statistics for Orthopedists | Medtronic 3Q Earnings Up 5.7% | Hear 50+ Surgeon Speakers at June ASC Conf.--Register Today! |
  
  
  

February 20, 2013: Spine Business

• 8 Payor Trends to Watch for Spine Surgery | Medtronic's 3Q Spine Revenue Drops 4% | BCBS of North Carolina Tests Orthopedics Bundled Payments | 22 Advisory Opinions Issues by OIG for Providers to Know |
  
  
  

February 19, 2013: Spine Business

• 10 Statistics on Orthopedic Surgeon Compensation | US Minimally Invasive Spine Tech Market to Reach $2B by 2017 | 7 Spine Surgeons With New Leadership Positions | Attend 100+ Sessions on Profitability, Reimbursement & Industry Trends at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

February 19, 2013: Orthopedic

• 6 Tips to Increase Orthopedic Practice Patient Volume | 9 Hospitals Expanding Orthopedic Programs | Dr. Craig Callewart: Economics, Politics & the Independent Surgeon | Industry Experts Discuss ASCs, ACOs & Healthcare Reform's Impact on Orthopedics at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

February 18, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Observations on Spine Surgery Heading Outpatient | 6 Top Advocacy Issues for NASS From Dr. John Finkenberg | Medtronic Grants Collaborative Spine Research Foundation $7M |
  
  
  

February 14, 2013: Spine Business

• 24 Spine Surgeons Discuss Exciting Trends for the Future | 5 Spine-Focused Device Company 2012 Financial Reports | 7 Things for Spine Surgeons to Know for Thursday | Where Should Spine Research Focus? 4 Surgeons Weigh In |
  
  
  

February 14, 2013: Orthopedic

• 7 Tips for Solid Orthopedic Group/Hospital Partnerships | Dr. Bradley Wiener: 5 Keys to ASC Strength | Hospital for Special Surgery Buys $31M Site for Expansion | Hear Drs. Rob Dugan, Jack Bert & 50 Other Physician Leaders at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

February 13, 2013: Spine Business

• Dr. Craig Callewart: Economics, Politics & the Independent Spine Surgeon | 11 Spine Devices Receive FDA Clearance in January | Dr. Kris Siemionow: Trends in Spinal Technology | Register Today for Our Best ASC-Spine Driven Conference Ever |
  
  
  

February 12, 2013: Spine Business

• 8 Ways to Combat Spine Surgery Claim Denials | Dr. George Rappard Opens LA Minimally Invasive Spine Institute | Evolution of Minimally Invasive Spine: Q&A With Dr. Arnold Feldman of The Feldman Institute |
  
  
  

February 12, 2013: Orthopedic

• 10 New Orthopedic Group Expansions & Mergers | 7 Tax Planning Strategies for Orthopedic Surgeons | Smith & Nephew Reports Profits Up 1% in 4Q | Learn About Orthopedics Reimbursement, Practice Management & More at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

February 11, 2013: Spine Business

• 7 Cost Cutting Strategies for Spine Surgery | 7 Tax Planning Strategies for Spine Surgeons | Dr. Robert Watkins Performs Spine Surgery on Texas' Shaun Cody | Hear Drs. Charles Gordon, Kenneth Pettine & 50 Other Physician Leaders Speak at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

February 7, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Healthcare Reform Threats to Spine Surgeons | 5 Spine Surgeons on OR Innovation | 7 Things to Know for Thursday | 135 Speakers at Our June ASC Spine Driven Conference - Register Today |
  
  
  

February 7, 2013: Orthopedic

• 25 Orthopedic & Spine Devices Get FDA Clearance in January | How to Overcome 5 Healthcare Reform Threats to Orthopedic Surgeons | Zimmer to Pay Stryker $70M in Patent Infringement Suit | Drs. R. Blake Curd, Blair Rhode & 50 Other Docs to Speak at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

February 6, 2013: Spine Business

• Jan/Feb Issue Alert: 10 Key Trends in Spine Surgery for 2013 | 102 Surgeons Focused on Spine Research | 5 Factors for Negotiating Better Payor Contracts | Our Best Spine-Driven ASC Conference Ever--Register Today! |
  
  
  

February 5, 2013: Orthopedic

• 15 Statistics Comparing Orthopedist Compensation to Other Specialties | Zimmer 4Q Profits Slip 4.2% | 9 Orthopedic Surgeries for Pro Athletes | Check Out Sessions on Biggest Threats & Opportunities in Orthopedics at June ASC Conf |
  
  
  

February 5, 2013: Spine Business

• Drs. Anthony Asher and Matthew McGirt: Spine Patient Data Gathering of the Future | Cervical Spine Surgery Costs Up $4,531 Over 7 Yrs | 15 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Comp | Our Best Spine ASC Conference Ever -- Register Today |
  
  
  

February 4, 2013: Spine Business

• 24 Spine Surgeons on Why They Chose Spine Surgery | Dr. William Taylor Performs Minimally Invasive Scoliosis Procedure | Spine Business Hurts Zimmer's 4Q Report | Register Today--June ASC Conf on Spine Business & Legal Issues |
  
  
  

January 31, 2013: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 30 Stats on Pain Management in ASCs | FDA Approves Greater Restriction of Vicodin, Other Drugs | Lowering Spine Care Costs in Wyoming: Q&A With Dr. David Mino | Great Pain Speakers at the 11th Annual Ortho, Spine and Pain Driven ASC Conf in Chicago -- Register Now!
  
  
  

January 31, 2013: Spine Business

• 6 Ways to Slash Costs of Spine Surgery in ASCs | 7 Things for Spine Surgeons to Know for Thursday | Global Nonfusion Spine Market to Reach $1B by 2017 | 52 Physician Leaders to Discuss Key Trends & Issues at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

January 31, 2013: Orthopedic

• 10 Steps for Smart Orthopedic Surgeons in the Fiscal Cliff Aftermath | 13 Sports Medicine Physician Moves | Medical Device Tax Takes $97M in January | See 52 Physician Leaders Discuss Healthcare Trends at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

January 30, 2013: Spine Business

• 10 Steps for Spine Surgeons to Overcome Fiscal Cliff Aftermath | Dr. Issada Thongtrangan: Opportunities for Spinal Technology Advancement | J&J's Synthes Acquisition Adds 5.6% 4Q Sales Growth | Nominate Spine Surgeons for Becker's Leadership Award |
  
  
  

January 29, 2013: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• The Evolution of Anesthesiology in 2013: Q&A With Dr. Neil Kirschen | Anesthesia for GI Endoscopy: A Problem of 'Medical Necessity' | Anesthesiology Leaders to Speak at 11th Annual Ortho, Spine & Pain ASC Conf in Chicago -- Register Now! | MEDNAX Acquires Michigan Anesthesia Practice |
  
  
  

January 29, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Big Opportunities for Spine Research & Development | Stryker's Spine Business Sales Up 9.2% in 2012 | How to Develop a Spine Center of Excellence | Nominate Spine Surgeons for Becker's Leadership Award |
  
  
  

January 29, 2013: Orthopedic

• 10 Ways to Negotiate Better Payor Rates for Orthopedic Surgery | Stryker 2012 Net Sales Grow 4.2% | 7 Trends in Hospital-Employed Physician Compensation | Nominate Spine Surgeons for Becker's Leadership Award |
  
  
  

January 28, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Steps for Spine Surgeons to Reduce Hospital Readmissions | 10 Spine Surgeons on the Move | 5 Spine Surgeon Concerns on Emerging Technology | Hear Drs. Richard Wohns, Robert Bray & 24 Other Spine Surgeon Speakers at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

January 24, 2013: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• The Evolution of Anesthesiology in 2013: Q&A With Dr. Neil Kirschen | Anesthesia for GI Endoscopy: A Problem of 'Medical Necessity' | Anesthesiology Leaders to Speak at 11th Annual Ortho, Spine & Pain ASC Conf in Chicago -- Register Now! | MEDNAX Acquires Michigan Anesthesia Practice|
  
  
  

January 24, 2013: Spine Business

• 102 Surgeons Focused on Spine Surgery Research | 5 Coding Tips for Spine at ASCs | Zimmer Launches 1st Lateral System for Spinal Trauma | Webinar: 6 Thought Leaders on Key Trends, Opportunities & Threats in Healthcare |
  
  
  

January 24, 2013: Orthopedic

• 8 Ways for Orthopedic Practices to Improve Their Bottom Line | Common Coding Mistakes for Orthopedics in ASCs | Dr. David Altchek Performs Knee Surgery on NBA's Brandon Rush | Webinar: 6 Thought Leaders on Key Trends, Opportunities & Threats in Healthcare |
  
  
  

January 23, 2013: Spine Business

• 6 Statistics on Hospital Neurosurgery Compensation | 8 Big Changes in Healthcare for 2013 & How Spine Surgeons Can Keep Up | FzioMed's Spine Surgery Device Gets Overseas Approval | Learn to Stay Profitable Post Healthcare Reform--June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

January 22, 2013: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• Lowering Back Pain Care Costs in Wyoming: Q&A With Cigna's Dr. David Mino | Study: Back Pain Amont Top Reasons for Physician Visits | Improve Profitability at Pain-Driven Centers -- Register Now for 11th Annual Ortho, Spine and Pain Driven ASC Conf in Chicago! | Do Pain Physicians Use Social Media? |
  
  
  

January 22, 2013: Orthopedic

• 8 Big Changes in Healthcare Concerning Orthopedic Surgeons | 6 Potential Effects of Medical Device Tax on Orthopedic Cos. | Stryker Offers $764M for Trauson | Join Dr. David Geier & 51 More Physician Speakers at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

January 22, 2013: Spine Business

• Dr. Ty Thaiyananthan: How to Optimize Spine Practice Recruitment | Ascendx Spine Receives VCF Device Clearance | 7 Goals for Spine Surgeons in 2013 | Spinal Reimbursement, Practice Management & Leadership--Key Topics at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

January 21, 2013: Spine Business

• Dr. Hyun Bae: The Future of Spine Innovation | 6 Potential Effects of the Medical Device Tax | Dr. Andrew Cappuccino Sues NuVasive for $660k | 95+ Sessions on Orthopedics & Spine Clinical, Business, Legal Issues at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

January 17, 2013: Spine Business

• 21 Spine Devices Get FDA Clearance in December | TranS1 Reports $4.1M 4Q Revenue, Up 3% | Dr. Thomas Schuler Performs Hybrid Cervical Disc Replacement | Join 52 Physician Leader Speakers at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

January 17, 2013: Orthopedic

• 10 Orthopedic Surgeons in New Leadership Positions | 5 Steps for Orthopedic Surgeons to Resolve Liability Insurance Before Employment | Biomet 2Q Net Sales Jump 9% to $790M | See Coach K, Geoff Colvin & Others at June ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

January 17, 2013: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 8 Recent Anesthesiology Leader Moves | 7 Recent Anesthesia Practice Acquisitions | Iowa Anesthesiologist License Reinstated After Yearlong Suspension | Great Anesthesia Speakers -- Dr. Charles Militana, Dr. David Paly & Dr. Michael Simon at the 11th Annual Ortho, Spine and Pain ASC Conference in Chicago |
  
  
  

January 16, 2013: Spine Business

• Dr. Frank Phillips: 5 Proactive Steps to Influence Spine Care Policy | Mesoblast's Spine Surgery Trial Shows 85.7% Fusion Rate | 5 Concepts for Orthopedics Bundled Payments | Register Today--11th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management-Driven ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

January 15, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Steps for Spine Surgeons to Resolve Medical Liability Before Signing Hospital Contracts | FDA Clears 2 VertiFlex Spine Systems | CMS Names 106 New Medicare ACOs |
  
  
  

January 15, 2013: Orthopedic

• 5 Key Concepts for Orthopedics Bundled Payments | 15 Orthopedic Surgeries for Professional Athletes | Stryker Hip Recall to Cost at Least $190M | CMS Announces 106 New Medicare ACOs |
  
  
  

January 15, 2013: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 10 Recent Moves & Accomplishments by Pain Physicians | 30 Stats on Pain Management in ASCs | 10 Recent Pain Center Openings | FDA Issues Guidance for Drugs With Abuse-Deterrent Properties
  
  
  

January 14, 2013: Spine Business

• 18 Recent Spine Surgeon Accomplishments | GE Capital Invests $21.5M in Amedica Spine Device Development | Dr. Robert Watkins to Perform Spine Surgery on Packers' Sean Richardson |
  
  
  

January 10, 2013: Orthopedic

• 10 Key Concepts for Orthopedic Surgeons on Hospital Employment Contracts | FDA Clears 38 Orthopedic & Spine Devices in December | Connecticut Hospital Honors Dr. David Belman With Service Award |
  
  
  

January 10, 2013: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 6 ASC Characteristics That Matter to Anesthesiologists | 20 Stats on Anesthesiologist Lifestyle | CMS Releases Updated Anesthesia Conversion Rate | US Anesthesia Partners Acquires Greater Houston Anesthesiology
  
  
  

January 10, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Tips for Spine Surgeons to Make More in Payor Contracts | TranS1 Pays $6M to Settle Federal Investigation | Dr. Bryan Oh: How to Optimize Cost Effective Online Practice Marketing |
  
  
  

January 10, 2013: Orthopedic

• 10 Key Concepts for Orthopedic Surgeons on Hospital Employment Contracts | FDA Clears 38 Orthopedic & Spine Devices in December | Connecticut Hospital Honors Dr. David Belman With Service Award |
  
  
  

January 9, 2013: Spine Business

• Dr. Marc Cohen: Introducing Lumbar Endoscopic Technique Into Spine Practices | US Health Spending Growth Historically Low at 3.9% | Life Spine Releases 2 New Devices |
  
  
  

January 8, 2013: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• Top 10 Physician Complaints of 2012 | 30 Statistics on Pain Management Revenue | What Does the Future Hold for Pain Management? | NJ Bill Emphasizes Physician's Preferred Meds Over Insurers
  
  
  

January 8, 2013: Orthopedic

• 30 Orthopedic Surgeons on the Move | AAOS Praises Fiscal Cliff Deal, Calls to Eliminate SGR | Top 10 Physician Complaints in 2012 |
  
  
  

January 8, 2013: Spine Business

• 10 Key Factors of Spine Surgeon Employment Contracts | Medicare to Cover Paradigm Spine Technology in Select States | Per Capita Spending on Professional Services Up 4.5% in 2011 |
  
  
  

January 7, 2013: Spine Business

• 5 Tips for Spine Surgeons to Prepare for New Payment Models | DJO Acquires Exos Corp. | Dr. Kaveh Khajavi: How All Spine Surgeons Can Meaningfully Contribute to Research |
  
  
  

January 4, 2013: Spine Business

• Fiscal Cliff Deal: Medicare Avoids Physician Pay Cut, Hospitals Foot the Bill | Dr. William Taylor: Biggest Spine Surgery Coverage Challenges for 2013 | FDA Labels Zimmer Spine Device Recall High Risk | Alphatec Spine Gets 2 New Device Clearances |
  
  
  

January 3, 2013: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 5 Challenges for Anesthesia in 2013 | What Anesthesiologists Should Know About Health Insurance Exchanges | 15 Stats on Anesthesiologist Compensation | MEDNAX Acquires Tennessee Anesthesia, Texas Pediatric Surg Practices
  
  
  

January 3, 2013: Orthopedic

• Fiscal Cliff Deal: Medicare Avoids Payment Cuts to Physicians, Hospitals Foot the Bill | 20 Orthopedic Practices That Expanded in 2012 | New Knee Surgery Bundled Payment for Mayo Clinic & Florida Blue |
  
  
  

January 2, 2013: Spine Business - Most Read

• Most Read Articles in 2012: 55 Spine Surgery Practices to Know | 6 Points Comparing Spine Surgeon Compensation | 5 Big Changes in Coverage Policies Devastating Spine Surgery |
  
  
  

January 1, 2013: Orthopedic

• 10 Most Read Articles for 2012: 16 Benchmarks for Orthopedist Starting Salary & Signing Bonus | 8 Spine Surgeons on the Future of Spinal Fusions | 9 Trends to Track in the Medical Device Industry |
  
  
  

December 31, 2012: Spine Business

• 5 Steps to Optimize Online Marketing for Spine Surgeons | Dr. Ty Thaiyananthan: Private Practice Spine Surgeons Can Survive | Foundation Surgical Hospital Purchases Robotic Spine Surgery System | 5 ACO Models for Providers |
  
  
  

December 28, 2012: Spine Business

• 6 Steps for Profitability With a Spine Arthroplasty-Focused Practice | What Spine Surgeons Can Expect After Bush Tax Cuts Expire | Dr. Paul Sawin Performs 1st Spine Surgery With PCM Cervical Disc |
  
  
  

December 27, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 7 Priorities for Anesthesiologists and ASCs in 2013 | What Does the Future Hold for Ambulatory Anesthesia? | Stalled Political Efforts Could Bring 27% SGR Cut | MEDNAX Acquires South Oakland Anesthesia Associates
  
  
  

December 27, 2012: Orthopedic

• 10 Points on Orthopedic Surgeon Compensation | What Orthopedic Surgeons Can Expect After Bush Tax Cuts Expire | Vail Valley Medical Center Honors Dr. Thomas Hackett | Shoulder Arthroplasty Coding Update |
  
  
  

December 26, 2012: Spine Business

• 10 Points on Orthopedist Comp. | 22 Spine Surgeons on Most Fulfilling Aspects of Their Careers | BASIC Spine to Open Calif. ASC |
  
  
  

December 24, 2012: Spine Business

• 6 Ongoing Challenges for Spine Surgeons & Innovators | 20 States With Highest & Lowest Medicaid Physician Pay Increases for 2013 | 10 New Spine Device Launches & Patents | CMS Braces for 27% SGR Cuts |
  
  
  

December 21, 2012: Spine Business

• 50 Spine Surgeon Moves in 2012 | Zimmer Issues Urgent Recall of Interbody Spacer Inserter | Dr. Praveen Mummaneni: The Problem With Spine Patient Readmission Rates | 20 Stats on Payors Most Willing to Offer Performance-Based Contracts |
  
  
  

December 20, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• Finding the Root Cause of Back Pain: Q&A With Dr. David Hanscom | 70 ASCs Opened in the US in 2012 | 15 Stats on Anesthesiologist Compensation | How Will Anesthesiology Adapt as Procedures Go Outpatient?
  
  
  

December 20, 2012: Orthopedic

• 25 Stats on Orthopedic Revenue & Charges in ASCs | 20 States With Highest & Lowest Medicaid Physician Pay Boost in 2013 | 68% of Surgeons Now Choosing Employment | 15 Recent Sports Medicine Physician Honors |
  
  
  

December 19, 2012: Spine Business

• NASS Honors Outstanding Paper Award Winners | Orthofix Pays $43M in Bone Growth Settlement | 8 Steps to Optimize Spine Practice Revenue | 50 Spine Surgeons Focusing on Scoliosis Development |
  
  
  

December 18, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• Rental Networks, Claims Repricers & Anesthesia Practices | Do Anesthesiologists Use Social Media? | NJ Says Nurse Anesthetists Must Be Supervised | 30 Tips for Designing/Building an ASC
  
  
  

December 18, 2012: Orthopedic

• Before the Fiscal Cliff: Financial Planning for Orthopedic Surgeons | Orthofix Pays $23M in Bone Graft Substitute Settlement | 15 Orthopedic Device Co. Executive Moves | Orthopedic E-Weekly Expanding to 2 Times/Week |
  
  
  

December 17, 2012: Spine Business

• 8 Spine Surgeons on Most Important Areas for Research | FDA Clears 16 Spine Devices in Nov. | DePuy Synthes Spine Names Max Reinhardt Worldwide President |
  
  
  

December 14, 2012: Spine Business

• Financial Planning for Spine Surgeons Before the Fiscal Cliff | Spine Device Cos. Brace for 2.3% Tax Impact | 6 Tips to Overcome Payor Concern With Spine Surgery in ASCs | Speakers Sought for 11th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management-Driven ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

December 13, 2012: Spine Business - Most Read

• Most Read Articles--10 Key Trends for Spine Surgery in 2013 | Spine Device Industry: 3 Ongoing Challenges | Dr. Todd Albert: Becoming a Spine Surgeon Agent of Change |
  
  
  

December 12, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• Attention Anesthesiologists: CMS Guidelines on Signatures/Check Boxes | 15 Stats on Pain Management Revenue | Paul Pomerantz Named ASA CEO for 2013 | 11 Steps to Make More Money Per Procedure
  
  
  

December 12, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Andrew Sama: 5 Ways for Private Practice Spine Surgeons to Contribute to Spinal Research | NASS Welcomes 2013 Officers & Board Members | Precision Spine Receives FDA Clearance for MIS Spinal System | Speakers Sought for 11th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management-Driven ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

December 12, 2012: Orthopedic

• 7 Big Trends & Concerns for Sports Medicine in 2013 | FDA Clears 36 Orthopedic & Spine Devices in Nov. | Two Large Orthopedic Practices Merge in Ohio | Speakers Sought for 11th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management-Driven ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

December 10, 2012: Spine Business

• 3 Concerns for Young Spine Surgeons Beginning Practice | Dr. Ronald Donelson: How Mechanical Diagnosis Can Improve Spine Care | Boston Scientific Launches Precision Spectra SCS |
  
  
  

December 7, 2012: Spine Business

• 8 Important Spinal Technology Advances | Dr. Jeffrey Goldstein: Biggest Challenges for Spine Surgeons Heading Into 2013 | Medtronic Launches Cervical Facetlift Spine Device |
  
  
  

December 5, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 12 Financial Planning Steps for Surgeons After Bush Tax Cuts Expire | Anesthesia Managed Care Contract Rates: Thoughts From Tony Mira | CMS Releases Locale Anesthesia Conversion Factors | 4 Skills for Anesthesia Groups in ACOs
  
  
  

December 5, 2012: Spine Business

• 12 Steps for Spine Surgeons Before Bush Tax Cuts Expire | Spine CPT Code Guideline Changes for 2013 | Amedica CEO Eric Olson: Keys to Success in Spine Device Market | DePuy Synthes Spine President Resigns |
  
  
  

December 5, 2012: Orthopedic

• 20 Statistics on Orthopedist Compensation vs. Other Specialties | Dr. Robert LaPrade: Biggest Trends in Sports Medicine | Physician Salaries Expected to Rise in 2013 | 12 Financial Planning Steps for Surgeons Before 2013 |
  
  
  

December 3, 2012: Spine Business

• 5 Tips for Entrepreneurial Spine Surgeons to Stay Independent | NASS Honors Spine Institute of Louisiana for Research | Dr. Ty Thaiyananthan: Building a Multidisciplinary Spine Practice | FDA Clears Frontier Medical's Lateral Locking Cage |
  
  
  

November 30, 2012: Spine Business

• 20 Stats on Orthopedist Compensation vs. Other Specialties | 10 Spine Device Co. Partnerships & Acquisitions | How to Meet Healthcare Reform Demands at Spine Practices | Physician Salaries Expected to Rise in 2013 |
  
  
  

November 28, 2012: Spine Business

• 15 Spine Surgeon Leaders With New Hospital Programs in 2012 | 5 Rate Changes for Physicians After Bush Tax Cuts Expire | 3 Big Medical Device Industry Challenges | LDR's Joe Ross on the Future of Artificial Discs for Spinal Surgery |
  
  
  

November 28, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• How Happy Are Anesthesiologists? | 5 Rate Changes for Physicians After Bush Tax Cuts Expire | Congress Examines Anesthesiologist Exemption to Meaningful Use | 42 Stats on Independent Physicians From 2000-2013
  
  
  

November 28, 2012: Orthopedic

• Dr. James Lubowitz: 4 Ways to Attract Young Orthopedic Surgeons to Private Practice | 5 Rate Changes for Physicians After Bush Tax Cuts Expire | 3 Ongoing Challenges for Medical Devices | New Total Joint Replacement Registry Launched |
  
  
  

November 26, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Todd Albert: 4 Steps to Become an Agent of Change in Healthcare | Ulrich Releases New Spinal Implant | 42 Statistics on Independent Physicians 2000-2013 | West Anaheim Medical Center Launches Spinal Program |
  
  
  

November 21, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• What Does the Fiscal Cliff Mean for Anesthesiologists? | 4 Considerations for Ambulatory Anesthesia | 4 Capabilities of ACO-Ready Anesthesia Groups | 50 of the Most Powerful People in Healthcare
  
  
  

November 21, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Bryan Oh: Leadership in the Next Generation of Spine Surgeons | 50 Most Powerful People in Healthcare | 5 Spine Device Co. Financial Reports | Stemedica Names Dr. Joseph Maroon Chairman of Scientific Advisory Board |
  
  
  

November 21, 2012: Orthopedic

• Top 10 Highest Stipends for Medical Directors in 2011 | 5 Roadblocks to Patient Scheduling at Orthopedic Practices | NH Orthopaedic Society Honors Dr. Charles Blitzer |
  
  
  

November 19, 2012: Spine Business

• FDA Clears 24 Spine Devices in Oct. | Spine Surgeons' Advice to President Obama | NASS Responds to GAO Report on Imaging Referrals | 10 Milestones for Spine Surgeons |
  
  
  

November 15, 2012: Spine Business - Most Read

• Most Read Articles--60 Spine Surgeon Inventors to Know | Seeking 4 Leading Spine Surgeons for 2013 Conf. Panel | Spine Surgery Coverage Changes in 2012 | 5 Advantages for Minimally Invasive Techniques |
  
  
  

November 14, 2012: Spine Business

• 5 Pillars of Success for Texas Back Institute After 35 Years | Seeking 4 Leading Spine Surgeons for 2013 Conf. Panel | Dr. Jeffrey Nees: Staying Current in Spine Care | Spine Surgery Associates Teams With Parkridge Medical Group |
  
  
  

November 14, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• Should CRNAs Treat Chronic Pain? Q&A With Dr. Laxmaiah Manchikanti | 5 Ways to Increase Anesthesia Cost Effectiveness in ASCs | Seeking Four Pain Management Leaders for Panel Discussion -- Contact Us Today! | MedPAC Continues Discussion of Payment Cap for Pain | How Will Anesthesiology Adapt to the Move Towards Outpatient?
  
  
  

November 14, 2012: Orthopedic

• 5 Pillars of Success for Texas Back Institute After 35 Years | Seeking 4 Leading Spine Surgeons for 2013 Conf. Panel | Dr. Jeffrey Nees: Staying Current in Spine Care | Spine Surgery Associates Teams With Parkridge Medical Group |
  
  
  

November 12, 2012: Spine Business

• NASS Pres. Dr. Charles Mick: Goals & Priorities for Spine Surgeons Post-Reform | 10 Key Trends in Spine Surgery for 2013 | TranS1 Reports 32% Fall in 3Q Revenues | The Spine Institute in Colo. to Build ASC |
  
  
  

November 9, 2012: Spine Business

• Election 2012: How Pres. Barack Obama's Next 4 Years Will Impact Spine | NASS to Launch Spine Outcomes Registry Pilot | Wright Medical Group 3Q Sales Fall 7 % | 10 Ways to Destroy Spine Practice Marketing |
  
  
  

November 7, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Nick Shamie: Are ACOs Beneficial for Spine Surgeons? | 10 Hospitals Growing Spine Services | 2013 Physician Fee Schedule Includes Spinal Fusion Code Update | Alphatec Spine 3Q Revenue Drops 1.6% |
  
  
  

November 7, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• How Will Pres. Obama's Re-Election Impact Healthcare? | 5 Differences Between Traditional & Future Anesthesia Models | ASA: CMS Final Rule Jeopardizes Patient Safety, Encourages Fraud | Is Sedation by Non-Anesthesia Providers Appropriate?
  
  
  

November 7, 2012: Orthopedic

• 10 Key Steps to Managed Care Contracting | 10 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Compensation | Smith & Nephew 3Q Sales Falls to $952M | Complimentary Webinar: 10 Key Business and Legal Issues for ASCs |
  
  
  

November 5, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Richard Wohns: 5 Points of Comparison for Inpatient & Outpatient Lumbar Fusions | Smith & Nephew 3Q Revenue Drops 8% | 4 Key Lessons for Operating Spine ASCs | 5 Ways to Improve Neurosurgery Outcomes |
  
  
  

November 2, 2012: Spine Business

• 10 New Spine Device Launches | Can ASCs Still Profit From Anesthesia? A Review of OIG Guidance | Dr. Robert Bray: Developing an Outpatient Spine Business Model for ASCs | DJO Global 3Q Sales up 4.1% |
  
  
  

October 31, 2012: Spine Business

• Spine Surgery Coverage: 3 Big Changes | Zimmer Spine Net Sales Plummet 10% | 8 Tips to Recruit Spine Surgeons at ASCs |
  
  
  

October 31, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• Can ASCs Still Profit From Anesthesia? | What Drives Today's Anesthesiologists? 5 Points From TeamHealth | 4 Ways for Anesthesia Groups to Achieve High Quality Care | The Rise of Spinal Cord Stimulation for Back Pain: Q&A With Dr. Alexander Bailey |
  
  
  

October 31, 2012: Orthopedic

• 10 Strategies to Manage Orthopedic Technology | Zimmer Sees 0.6% Decline in 3Q Net Sales | 176 Physician Leaders in the ASC Industry | Complimentary Webinar: Key Considerations in Making the Transition to Population Health |
  
  
  

October 29, 2012: Spine Business

• 6 Characteristics of Tomorrow's Spine Surgeon Leaders | NASS Names Dr. Charles Mick 2013 President | Medtronic Expands Spinal Interbody Portfolio |
  
  
  

October 26, 2012: Spine Business

• 5 Steps to Productive Spine Practice Marketing | NASS Responds: Senate Finance Report on InFuse | Safe Orthopaedics Introduces New Spine System | 176 Physician Leaders in the ASC Industry |
  
  
  

October 24, 2012: Orthopedic

• 10 Steps to Attract Orthopedic & Spine Surgeons During Recruitment | 433 People to Know in the ASC Industry | 17 Orthopedic Surgeries for Professional Athletes | Complimentary Webinar: Should a Hospital Own or Joint Venture an ASC? |
  
  
  

October 24, 2012: Spine Business

• 10 Most Important Qualities for Spine Surgeon Leaders | Dr. William Dillin: A Checklist for Patient-Centered Spine Surgery | Spine Wave Acquires Santa Clara Technology | Webinar: Health Systems Developing or Buying ASCs |
  
  
  

October 24, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• Maintaining Quality at Pain Centers: Q&A With Dr. Edward Tavel | 8 Benchmarks for Low Back Pain Injections | 5 Tips for Anesthesia Billing | How Will Medicare Sequestration Impact Anesthesiology?
  
  
  

October 19, 2012: Spine Business

• Becker's Spine Review Print Edition Now Online--10 Trends in Spine Reimbursement | 12 Tactics for Spine Surgeons to Avoid Hospital Employment | 8 Challenges in Spine Over Next 10 Years |
  
  
  

October 17, 2012: Orthopedic

• October Print Issue Now Online: 56 Sports Medicine Practices to Know | 10 Trends in Reimbursement for Spinal Surgery | Where Orthopedic Surgeons Fit in ACOs: 3 Experts Weigh-In | 4 Points on ACL Reconstruction From Dr. Freddie Fu of UPMC Sports Medicine |
  
  
  

October 17, 2012: Spine Business

• 8 Steps for Hiring Best Spine Practice Managers | Expanding Orthopedics Names Dr. Hansen Yuan to Board | 424 People in the ASC Industry to Know | 2 Webinars: Health Systems Developing or Buying ASCs & How Hospitals Improve Radiology Profits |
  
  
  

October 15, 2012: Spine Business

• 5 Factors for Spine Surgeons to Negotiate Better Payor Contracts | Dr. Thomas Errico: 5 Goals for IASP | 79% of Specialties Saw Raises in 2011 | 2 Webinars: Health Systems Developing or Buying ASCs & How Hospitals Improve Radiology Profits |
  
  
  

October 12, 2012: Spine Business

• 6 Steps to Optimize OR Efficiency & Cut Costs With Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | 4 Spine Surgeons on Where Research is Headed | Most Challenging Issues for ASC Administrators--19th Annual ASC Conf. Reg. Ends Oct. 13! | SpineSmith Gets VisuALIF Patent |
  
  
  

October 11, 2012: Spine Business

• Most Read Articles--5 Big Changes in Coverage Policy Devastating Spine Surgery | 10 Spine Device Launches | 8 Challenges for Spine Surgeons Over Next 10 Years | Orthopedics & Spine in ASCs: 19th Annual ASC Conf.--Reg. Ends Oct. 13! |
  
  
  

October 10, 2012: Orthopedic

• 37 Orthopedic & Spine Device FDA Approvals | 7 Steps to Better Quality at Orthopedics & Spine ASCs | Biggest Opportunities & Threats in Orthopedics & Spine--19th Annual ASC Conf, Registration Ends Oct. 13! | 75% of AAOS Political Contributions Went to GOP in 2012 |
  
  
  

October 10, 2012: Spine Business

• 8 Lessons Learned Opening a Spine Practice | Medtronic Launches Spinal Instrument Set | Best Practices for Shifting TJR Into ASCs--19th Annual ASC Conf. Reg. Ends Oct. 13 | 20 Spine Surgeon Leaders for Device Companies |
  
  
  

October 10, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 5 Ways to Cut ASC Anesthesia Costs | OIG to Review Personally Performed Anesthesia Payments | Sign Up for 19th Annual ASC Conf - Register Now! | 10 Hospitals Planning/Developing Surgery Centers
  
  
  

October 8, 2012: Spine Business

• 13 Spine Devices Cleared by FDA in Sept. | Dr. Amir Vokshoor: Becoming a Spine Surgeon-Scientist | 5 Reviewers Needed--19th Annual ASC Conf, Register Today! | Kansas Spine Hospital Begins $1.5M Expansion |
  
  
  

October 5, 2012: Spine Business

• 7 Big Concerns Keeping Spine Surgeons Up at Night | Dr. Stephen Onesti: 5 Top Qualities of Spine Surgeon Leaders Today | How to Develop a Spine/Sports Med ASC Model--19th Annual ASC Conf, Register Today! | NuVasive 3Q Revenue Drops |
  
  
  

October 3, 2012: Orthopedic

• Where Orthopedic Surgeons Fit in ACOs: 3 Experts Weigh-In | 24 Stats on Physician Income | Biggest Opportunities & Threats in Orthopedics & Spine--19th Annual ASC Conf, Register Today! | Total Knee Replacement Up 161% Over 20 Years |
  
  
  

October 3, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 45 Stats on Anesthesiologist Compensation | Conference Keynote/MLB Manager Tony LaRussa Releases Memoir -- Read More & Sign Up for 19th Annual ASC Conf - Register Now! | 6 Qualities Anesthesiologists Look for in ASCs | Tony Mira: Increased Billings for Anesthesiologists Through Better Technology
  
  
  

October 3, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Brian Gantwerker: Will Medicare Pay for Spine Surgery in ASCs? | Orthopedists & ACOs: 3 Experts Weigh-In | How to Implement Spine at ASCs--19th Annual ASC Conf, Register Today! | Spinal Elements to Launch Hero Allograft |
  
  
  

October 1, 2012: Spine Business

• 5 Advantages of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | TKR Up 161% Over 20 Years | 10 Hospitals Upgrading Spine Services | Webinar: Data-Driven Supply Chain Decision Making--Register Today! |
  
  
  

September 28, 2012: Spine Business

• 60 Spine Surgeon Inventors to Know | Webinar: Data-Driven Supply Chain Decision Making | 6 Spine Surgeons on Most Exciting Emerging Technologies | Dr. Donald Atkins Joins Spine Treatment Centers of America |
  
  
  

September 26, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Scott Gibbs: 8 Steps for Spine Surgeon Leaders to Make Hospital Partnerships Work | 24 Stats on Physician Compensation | Less Than 20 Spots Left--19th Annual ASC Conf. | 6 New Spine Device Patents |
  
  
  

September 26, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 4 Considerations for Orthopedic Anesthesia in ASCs | Conference Keynote/MLB Manager Tony LaRussa Releases Memoir -- Read More & Sign Up for 19th Annual ASC Conf - Register Now! | 6 Qualities Anesthesiologists Look for in ASCs | Integrating Hypnosis Into Pain Management: Q&A With Lynette Bear of LSI
  
  
  

September 26, 2012: Orthopedic

• 4 Points on ACL Reconstruction by Dr. Freddie Fu | 32 Devices Receive FDA Clearance in August I Less Than 20 Spots Left--19th Annual ASC Conf | CMS Clarifies Medical Necessity for Joint Replacements |
  
  
  

September 24, 2012: Spine Business

• 5 Big Revenue Generators for Spine Practices | Q&A With Dr. Michael Gleiber on Minimally Invasive Technique & Advantages | Less Than 30 Spots Left--19th Annual ASC Conf. | 13 Drivers Increasing US Healthcare Spending |
  
  
  

September 20, 2012: Spine Business

• Independence is Possible: 3 Spine Surgeons on Future Opportunities | Less Than 34 Spots Left--19th Annual ASC Conf. | FDA Clears 23 Spine Devices in August | Titan Spine Gets New Patent |
  
  
  

September 19, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• Dr. Charles Militana: Tips for OR Management | 34 Spots Remain for 19th Annual ASC Conf | 5 Stats on Chiropractic Care for Medicare Patients | 5 Stats on Pain Patient Anxiety in EDs |
  
  
  

September 19, 2012: Orthopedic

• 5 Steps to Protect Orthopedic Practices During Mergers | Dr. Anthony Romeo of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush Discusses Total Shoulder Replacements I Less Than 34 Spots Left--19th Annual ASC Conf |16 Orthopedic Surgeries for Professional Athletes |
  
  
  

September 18, 2012: Spine Business

• 8 Challenges for Spine Surgeons Over the Next 10 Years | Less Than 40 Spots Left--19th Annual ASC Conf. | 7 Ways to Market Artificial Disc Replacements | 18 Spine Surgeons on the Move |
  
  
  

September 13, 2012: Spine Business

• 5 Big Coverage Policy Changes for Spine Surgery | Less Than 58 Spots Left--19th Annual ASC Conf. | US Spinal Implant Market to Reach $5.5B | 5 Partnership Options for Spine Groups |
  
  
  

September 12, 2012: Orthopedic

• 55 Sports Medicine Practices to Know | Cleveland Clinic Experts Discuss Orthopedic Spine & Neurosurgery Partnerships I Less Than 60 Spots Left-The Best Business Conf. in the ASC Industry | 9 Statistics on Cost of EHR |
  
  
  

September 12, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 18 Stats on Pain Management in ASCs | How Do You Protect the Privacy of Anesthesia Patients' Information? | Free Registration for 3 Conference Reviewers -- Volunteer Now to Give Feedback on Best Conf in the ASC Industry | 10 Pain Management Physicians on the Move
  
  
  

September 11, 2012: Spine Business

• 7 Steps to Enhance Spine Practice Revenue | 10 Milestones for Spine Surgeons | LDR Gets New Spine Cage Approved | Less Than 60 Spots Left--19th Annual ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

September 10, 2012: Spine Business

• 5 Most Read Articles in the Last 30 Days--12 Tactics for Spine Surgeons to Avoid Hospital Employment | 7 Big Factors Impacting Spine Research & Innovation | 10 Spine Surgery Reimbursement Trends | Less Than 60 Spots Remaining--Sign Up Today for 19th Annual ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

September 6, 2012: Spine Business

• 7 Spine Surgeons on Biggest Opportunity for Growth in the Field | Q&A With Dr. Edward Benzel on Spine & Neurosurgeon Partnerships | Early Reg. Dscts Ends Monday--19th Annual ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

September 5, 2012: Orthopedic

• 12 Tactics for Spine Surgeons to Avoid Hospital Employment | 20 Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Physicians on the Move I Is Hospital-Employment Causing Prices to Soar? | Can ASCs Still Profit From Out of Network? Early Reg Discounts End Fri - 19th ASC Conf |
  
  
  

September 5, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• New Hardship Exception for Anesthesiologists to Avoid EHR Penalty | 5 Essential Skills for ASC Anesthesiologists | Early Reg Discounts Extended to Sept. 10 -- Best Conf in the ASC Industry; Register Now! | 10 Pain Management Physicians on the Move
  
  
  

September 4, 2012: Spine Business

• 8 Benefits for Spine Practices Adding Pain Management | Scoliosis Research Society Honors Dr. Peter Newton | Can ASCs Still Profit From Out of Network? Early Reg. Dscts Extended to Monday | 18 New Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Comp.
  
  
  

August 30, 2012: Spine Business

• 10 Trends in Spinal Surgery Reimbursement | 7 Spine Surgeons on Cash-Pay Options | Can ASCs Still Profit From Out of Network? Early Reg. Dscts End Friday | US Physician Shortage to Reach 130,000 | 6 Points on GOP Healthcare Platform |
  
  
  

August 29, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• How Does 2013 Proposed Fee Schedule Affected Anesthesiologists? | CMS Creates EHR Exemption for Anesthesiologists | Can ASCs Still Profit From Anesthesia? Early Reg. Dscts End Friday | 10 Recent Pain Management & Anesthesia Recalls
  
  
  

August 29, 2012: Orthopedic

• 12 Tactics for Spine Surgeons to Avoid Hospital Employment | 20 Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Physicians on the Move I Is Hospital-Employment Causing Prices to Soar? | Can ASCs Still Profit From Out of Network? Early Reg Discounts End Fri - 19th ASC Conf |
  
  
  

August 28, 2012: Spine Business

• 20 Spine Surgeons for Professional Football | NASS to Honor Dr. Thomas Faciszewski | Can ASCs Still Profit From Out of Network? Early Reg. Dscts End Friday | Is Hospital Employment Causing Healthcare Prices to Soar? |
  
  
  

August 23, 2012: Spine Business

• 12 Tactics for Spine Surgeons to Avoid Hospital Employment | 6 Points on the Global Spine Market | Medtronic Spine Drops 5% in Q2 | Early Reg Discounts End Sept. 1 -- 19th Annual ASC Conf in Chicago | 5 Facts on Medicaid Under PPACA |
  
  
  

August 22, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 5 Problem Areas for ASCs and Anesthesiologists | 10 Pain Centers Planned, Built or Introducing New Procedures | Early Reg Discounts End Sept 1 for 19th Annual ASC Conf! Sign Up Now! | Are Anesthesiologists Happy? 10 Stats
  
  
  

August 22, 2012: Orthopedic

• 8 Revenue Cycle Concerns & Resolutions for Orthopedic Practices | TriZetto's Camille Van Vurst and Blue Cross's Dr. Thomas Lundquist on Orthopedic Bundled Payments I 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Increasing Market Share | Early Reg Discounts End Sept 1 - 19th Annual ASC Conf |
  
  
  

August 21, 2012: Spine Business

• FDA Clears 21 Spine Devices in July | 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Spine Surgeons Increase Market Share | Early Reg Discounts End Sept. 1 -- 19th Annual ASC Conf in Chicago | Drs. David Polly & Stefan Parent Get Spine Care Research Grant |
  
  
  

August 16, 2012: Spine Business

• Economic Downturn's Impact on Spine Practices: 4 Surgeons Respond | 5 Spine Surgeons on Out-of-Network Payments | Neurosurgical Medicare Reimbursement to Drop 1% in 2013 | Can You Still Profit From ASC Ownership? Register Now for Oct ASC Conf -- Early Reg Ends in 3 Weeks |
  
  
  

August 15, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• When Carrier Negotiations Force Anesthesiologists Out-of-Network | 15 Stats on Anesthesiologist Compensation | Mednax Posts Unexpected 8.2% Earnings Increase | Can You Still Profit From ASCs? 3 Weeks Remain for Early Reg Discounts for ASC October Conf!
  
  
  

August 15, 2012: Orthopedic

• 40 Orthopedic & Spine FDA 510(k) Device Clearances | 10 Sport Medicine Surgeons With Research Awards I 300 Hospital and Health System Leaders to Know | Can You Still Profit From ASC Ownership? Register Now for Oct ASC Conf -- Early Reg Ends in 3 Weeks |
  
  
  

August 14, 2012: Spine Business

• 8 Spine Device Co 2Q Reports | 6 Steps for Concierge Spine Services | Dr. Amer Khalil Wins $10k Research Award | Health Spending Up 3.9% Over 12 Mos. | Can You Still Profit From ASC Ownership? Register Now for Oct ASC Conf -- Early Reg Ends in 3 Weeks |
  
  
  

August 13, 2012: Spine Business

• 5 Most Read Articles in the Last 30 Days--Top 10 Issues for Spine Surgeons With Healthcare Reform | 55 Spine Surgery Practices to Know | 21 Spine Surgeons Researching Stem Cell Treatments | What Is the Future of ASCs? Can You Still Profit From ASC Investment? Sign Up Today for 19th Annual ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

August 9, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Stephen Hochschuler: 7 Biggest Factors Impacting Spine Research & Innovation | 15 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Comp. in 2010 vs 2012 | Alphatec Spine 2Q Revenue Drops 5.2% | What is the future of ASCs? Can you still profit from ASCS-Register Today for the 19th Annual ASC Conference! |
  
  
  

August 8, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• Analyzing Anesthesiologists' Investments in ASCs | 10 Pain Physicians on the Move | 11 Legal Risk Areas for ASCs | Three Weeks Remain for Early Reg Discounts for Oct ASC Conf! Sign Up Today!
  
  
  

August 8, 2012: Orthopedic

• 94 Team Physicians for Professional Baseball | 15 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Compensation I 14 Orthopedic & Spine Device Company Financial Reports | 19th Annual ASC Conference - Register today! |
  
  
  

August 7, 2012: Spine Business

• Minimally Invasive 2-Level Spine Surgery Saves $2,105 | Dr. Kenneth Pettine: Benefits of Outpatient Spine Surgery | Global Spine Device Market to Grow 6.9% Annually | Register Today--138 Speakers at 19th Annual ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

August 2, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Frank Phillips: Where Minimally Invasive Spine is Headed | 8 Steps to Boost Profitability at Spine Practices | Zimmer's Spine Business Drop 7% | Register Today--138 Speakers at 19th Annual ASC Conf. |
  
  
  

August 1, 2012: Orthopedic

• 100 Hospitals With Great Orthopedic Programs | 20 Stats on Physician Specialty Salaries I 5 Specialties With the Greatest Salary Gains | Zimmer Net Sales Reaches $1.1B, Down 1.1% |
  
  
  

August 1, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 12 Recent Pain Specialist Accomplishments | 5 Steps to Safer Postoperative Handovers | What Should Anesthesia Practices Do With Unclaimed Patient Funds? | 7 Ways Anesthesia Impacts Patient Satisfaction
  
  
  

July 31, 2012: Spine Business

• 100 Hospitals With Great Orthopedic Programs | 20 Stats for Salary Offered for Top Recruited Physician Specialties | 10 Spine Surgeons Performing Minimally Invasive Deformity Correction | NuVasive Revenue Up 16.1% in 2Q |
  
  
  

July 26, 2012: Spine Business

• 4 Spine Surgeons on Bundled Payments | Dr. Thomas Schuler: Insights Into Robot-Guided Spine Surgery | 11 Spine & Orthopedic Device Co. Leadership Moves | 15 Findings on Physician Attrition Over Next 10 Years |
  
  
  

July 25, 2012: Orthopedic

• 9 Trends in the Medical Device Industry | 18 Statistics on Best Regional Payors I 10 Orthopedic Surgeries for Professional Athletes | AAOS Concerned About Decline in Private Practices |
  
  
  

July 25, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 30 Stats on Pain Management in ASCs | CO Court Rules Nurses Can Administer Anesthesia | Tony Mira: CMS May Pay Nurses for Chronic Pain Procedures | How Much Do Anesthesiologists Make? 15 Stats
  
  
  

July 24, 2012: Spine Business

• 20 Spine Surgeons Researching Stem Cells | Q&A With Dr. Robert Greenfield: Making Minimal Access Spine Surgery the Standard Procedure | Stryker's Spine Business Jumps 12% in 2Q | 9 Trends in the Spine Device Industry |
  
  
  

July 19, 2012: Spine Business

• 10 Top Issues for Spine Surgeons With PPACA Upheld | Q&A With Dr. Stephen Onesti: Shaping the Future of Spine Coverage Policy | K2M Debuts New Spine Technology | 18 Stats on Best Regional Payor |
  
  
  

July 18, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 10 Pain Physician Founders of Pain Centers | Dr. Corey Hunter Named Medical Director of EP Global Communications | 8 Anesthesia Appointments & Accomplishments | ASIPP Releases New Medication Guideline |
  
  
  

July 17, 2012: Spine Business

• 13 Spine Surgeons in the Spotlight | Spinal Implant Market to Near $7B by 2017 | Q&A With Dr. Neel Anand: Innovation in Spinal Trauma | Dr. Robert Watkins Performs Spine Surgery on Giants' Freddy Sanchez |
  
  
  

July 12, 2012: Spine Business

• July Print Issue Now Online: 55 Spine Surgery Practices to Know | Q&A With Dr. Steven Garfin on Biggest Issues Facing Spine Surgeons | 12 Spine Surgeon Recognitions |
  
  
  

July 11, 2012: Orthopedic

• 8 Stats on Orthopedic Case Volume & Revenue | Dr. Henry Finn Discusses Implant Innovation & Recalls | 10 Stats on Payors Dropped by Physicians | Stryker Recalls Two Metal Hip Implants |
  
  
  

July 11, 2012: Spine Business

• 5 Most Read Articles in the Last 30 Days--10 Spine Surgeons Defining "Minimally Invasive" Surgery | 20 Spine Surgeon Leaders of Spinal Oncology Programs | 12 Spine Device & Implant Launches |
  
  
  

July 11, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• Where Does Pain Management Fit in ACOs? | Post-Supreme Court Decision, Anesthesiologists Pursue Perioperative Care | How to Grow a Comprehensive Pain Practice | 8 Pain Program Launches, Acquisitions & Developments
  
  
  

July 10, 2012: Spine Business

• 20 Spine Devices Get FDA Clearance in June | Q&A With Drs. Richard Rothman, Todd Albert on Physician-Owned Hospitals | 6 Points on Proposed 2013 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule | 10 Stats on Payors Dropped by Physicians |
  
  
  

July 5, 2012: Spine Business

• 20 Spine Surgeon Leaders at Non-Profit Hospitals | What's the Biggest Challenge in Spine Today? 5 Surgeon Responses | Hospital Employment Up 7% for Merritt Hawkins, Solo Practice Assignments at 1% | SpineGuard Tops 20k PediGuard Procedures |
  
  
  

July 5, 2012: Orthopedic

• 40 Benchmarks on Orthopedics | AAOS Pres. Dr. John Tongue Responds to Healthcare Reform Ruling | 8 Keys for Bundling Orthopedic Payments | 10 Orthopedic Surgeons Performing Surgery on Pro Athletes |
  
  
  

July 3, 2012: Spine Business

• 50 Spine Surgery Practices to Know | Supreme Court's Ruling on PPACA: 5 Spine Surgeons Respond | Dr. Stephen Onesti Named to Nassau County Med Society Board | 100 Great Community Hospitals |
  
  
  

June 28, 2012: Spine Business

• 10 Spine Surgeons on the Move | Zimmer Introduces New Lumbar Spine Implant | Report: 11 Stats on Most Payor Coverage Denials | Dr. Devin Datta: 7 Keys to Success With Outpatient Spine Surgery |
  
  
  

June 27, 2012: Orthopedic

• 153 Orthopedic- & Spine-Driven ASCs to Know | 30 Most Saturated Markets For Orthopedics | Biomet Reports 3% Net Sales Increase for Q4 |
  
  
  

June 27, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 5 Best Practices of Top Pain Programs | 6 Goals for Every ASC Anesthesia Team | House Approves Key Drug Shortage Provisions | What Does Medicare 3 Day Payment Rule Mean for Anesthesia/Pain Practices?
  
  
  

June 26, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Steven Garfin: The Most Important Issues Facing Spine Surgery | Precision Spine Makes $72M Acquisition | Dr. Ziya Gokaslan Performs Spine Surgery on Orioles Pitcher | 30 Most Saturated Markets for Orthopedics |
  
  
  

June 21, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Alan Villavicencio: 5 Factors Driving Spine's Move to Outpatient | Minimally Invasive TLIF Saves $6k vs. Open Surgery | 10 Spine Device & Implant Milestones | Free Webinar--PPO Out of Network Payments Are Not Dead! |
  
  
  

June 20, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• Dr. Scott Glaser: 3 Ways to Reduce Hospitalization in Pain Management | 5 Steps to a Top Performing Pain Practice | 150 Ortho- and Spine-Driven ASCs to Know | 6 Physicians Respond to Cancelled TENS Reimbursement
  
  
  

June 19, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. David Abraham: The Next 5 Years in Spine Surgery | 22 Spine-Driven ASCs | Paradigm Spine Announces Coflex IDE Results | Spine Surgery Reimbursement at ASC vs. Hospital | Free Webinar: PPO Out of Network Payments Are Not Dead! |
  
  
  

June 14, 2012: Spine Business

• 20 Spine Devices Get FDA Clearance in May | 12 Accomplishments for Spine Surgeons | 60+ ACOs Added Since Nov. 2011 | Free Webinar--PPO Out of Network Payments Are Not Dead! |
  
  
  

June 13, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 50 Pain Management Medical Directors | 5 Points on Beverly Hospital's Integrative Pain Program | CMS Ends Reimbursement for TENS Treatment | 4 Ways to Improve Anesthesiologist/ASC Relationships
  
  
  

June 12, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Raj Rao: How PPACA Will Affect Physicians | Spinal Elements to Launch Lucent PEEK Interbody Implants | 8 Stats on US Healthcare Expenditure Distribution |
  
  
  

June 11, 2012: Spine Business

• Most Read Articles in May: 15 Spine Surgeons Recognized for Research | Dr. Richard Hynes: Stem Cells for Spine Surgery | 8 Spine Surgeons on Spinal Fusion's Future |
  
  
  

June 7, 2012: Spine Business

• 12 New Spine Device Launches & Releases | Report: Single Specialty Practice Neurosurgeons Get $800 More On Call Than Multispecialty | 3 Spine Surgeons on Most Important Benchmarks | Registration Ends Friday for June ASC Conf.--Meet Lou Holtz |
  
  
  

June 6, 2012: Orthopedic

• 12 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Office Time | Smith & Nephew Recalls Hip Component | 10 Hospitals With New Orthopedic Initiatives | Reg. Ends Friday--Register for The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

June 6, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 5 Issues in the CRNA Supervision Debate | OIG: Anesthesia Arrangements With ASCs Could Spell Trouble | How Do Recent Gov Fraud Reports Affect Pain Physicians? | Register Now for the ASC June Conference!
  
  
  

June 5, 2012: Spine Business

• 10 Steps for Better Spine Device Vendor Contracts | How Are New Spine Codes Doing 6 Months Later? | Orthofix Pens Agreement With Brainlab for Spine System | Registration Ends Friday for June ASC Conf.--Meet Lou Holtz |
  
  
  

May 31, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Dennis Crandall: Innovation in Spine Technology Post-Reform | ISASS President Dr. Steven Garfin Responds to BCBS Lumbar Fusion Policy | Zimmer Launches New Spine System | June ASC Conf. Almost Sold Out--Meet Lou Holtz |
  
  
  

May 30, 2012: Orthopedic

• 30 Orthopedic Surgeon Moves | 17 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Comp. | Dr. Brian McKeon Performs Shoulder Surgery on Celtics' Avery Bradley | 2 New Sessions Added--Register for The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

May 30, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 6 Anesthesiologist Appointments/Accomplishments | What Should Anesthesiologist Medicaid Providers Do About Meaningful Use? | 10 Stats on Pain Net Revenue | Only 15 Spots Left - Register Now for the June ASC Conf!
  
  
  

May 29, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Robert Bray: Where Spine Fits in Hospital Employment Trend | Cervical Spine Research Society Names Dr. Michael Fehlins President | 10 Spine Practices With Electronic Systems | Only 15 Spots Left--Register for The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

May 24, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Richard Hynes on Stem Cells for Spinal Surgery | BCBS of 4 States Issues Spinal Fusion Draft Policy | 6 Spine Device Co. Financial Reports | Only 15 Spots Left--Register for The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

May 23, 2012: Orthopedic

• 20 Orthopedic Surgeon Achievements | 5 Pts. on Orthopedic Surgeon Income & Payment Model | Medtronic Spine Sales Dip in 4Q | Only 15 Spots Left--Register for The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

May 23, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 10 New Pain Management Studies | 15 Stats on Pain Case Volume in ASCs | How to Collect Payment From Anesthesia/Pain Patients | 15 Spots Left -- Register Now for the ASC June Conf!
  
  
  

May 22, 2012: Spine Business

• 15 Spine Surgeon Leaders on Device Co. Boards | Q&A With Drs. James Heckman & Charles Branch on Collaborative Spine Research Foundation | DOJ Ends 4-Yr Infuse Investigation | Only 37 Spots Left--Register for The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

May 17, 2012: Spine Business

• 15 Hospitals Expanding Spine & Neurosurgery Services | Dr. Thomas Schuler: 4 Tips for Working With Athletes | Scoliosis Research Society Names 2012 Award Winners | Only 37 Spots Left--Register for The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

May 16, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• How Does KY's Pain Legislation Impact Physicians? | 5 Steps for Pain Centers to Support Integrated Patient Care | 90% of ASCs Experiencing Drug Shortage | Register Today for the June ASC Conf -- Only 37 Spots Left!
  
  
  

May 15, 2012: Spine Business

• U.S. Spinal Implant Market to Reach $7B by 2018 | Medscape: 22 Stats on Best & Worst Payors | FDA Clears 14 Spine Devices in April | Only 49 Spots Left--Register for The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

May 14, 2012: Spine Business

• Most Read Articles in April: 15 New Spine Devices & Systems | 20 Spine Surgeons at Physician-Owned Hospitals | Only 48 Spots Left--Register for The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

May 10, 2012: Spine Business

• 8 Spine Surgeons on the Future of Spinal Fusion | 5 Thoughts on Migrating Spine to ASCs | TranS1 Q1 Revenue Plummets 26% | Only 51 Spots Left--Register for The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

May 9, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 10 Pain Physician Appointments & Accomplishments | What Does the 60-Day Overpayment Refund Rule Mean for Anesthesiologists? | 20 Stats on Anesthesiologist Comp | Supervision Debate Heats Up Between CRNAs, Physicians | Great Pain, Spine and Ortho Speakers -- Register Today for the ASC June Conf in Chicago!
  
  
  

May 8, 2012: Spine Business

• 15 Spine Surgeons Recognized for Research | Where the Spine Technology Market is Headed | 25 Key Concepts for Building a Successful Spine Practice | Early Reg. Discounts End Today--Register for The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

May 3, 2012: Spine Business

• 10 Spine Surgeons on Factors of Spinal Fusion Growth | NuVasive Q1 Revenue Up 21.9% | 150 Pain Management Physicians to Know | Early Reg. Discounts Extended to May 8--Register Today for The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

May 2, 2012: Orthopedic

• 15 Statistics on Orthopedic Surgeon Comp. in 2011 | DJO Global Net Sales Jump 11.7% | 150 Pain Management Physicians to Know | Early Reg. Discounts Extended to May 8--The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

May 2, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 150 Pain Management Physicians to Know | Kentucky to Let Nurses Administer Anesthesia | 3 Specialists on Shaping Pain Management Policy | Early Registration Extended to May 8 for June ASC Conf - Register Today!
  
  
  

May 1, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Frank Phillips: The Making of a Minimally Invasive Spine Institute | Zimmer Q1 Spine Sales Drop 7% | 10 Spine Surgeons at Community Hospitals | Early Reg. Discounts Extended to May 8--Register Today for The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

April 26, 2012: Spine Business

• Spine Devices Special Issue: U.S. Market for Minimally Invasive Devices to Top $2.6B by 2018 | 15 Spine Device Co. Executive Moves | 5 Spine Device Co. Financial Reports | Early Reg. Discounts End May 1--The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

April 25, 2012: Orthopedic

• 20 Orthopedic Surgeon Honors & Accomplishments | 4 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Political Views | Orthofix Sells Sports Med Line for $157.5M | Early Reg. Discounts End May 1--The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

April 25, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 15 Stats on Pain Management Case Volume | How to Manage Compensation for Anesthesiologists & CRNAs | Sutter Lakeside Hosp Closes Pain Program | Early Registration for June ASC Conf Ends May 1st -- Register Today!
  
  
  

April 24, 2012: Spine Business

• 5 Pts on Spine & Neurosurgeon Partnerships | Johnson & Johnson's Acquisition of Synthes Final | Dr. Robert Watkins Performs Spine Surgery on Dwight Howard | Early Reg. Discounts End May 1--The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

April 19, 2012: Spine Business

• 11 Top Reasons Neurosurgeons Choose Hospital Employment | Stryker Q1 Sales Up 7.2%, Acquisitions Drive Spine | Dr. Richard Kube: 8 Steps for Opening a Spine Center | Early Reg. Discounts End May 1--The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

April 18, 2012: Orthopedic

• 11 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Finances | FDA Clears 38 Orthopedic & Spine Devices in March | Biomet Net Sales Jump 5% | Early Reg. Discounts End May 1--The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

April 18, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 5 Best Practices for a Great Pain Clinic | Medicare ACOs Bloom (Regardless of Anesthesiologist Participation) | 5 Pain Specialists on Common Patient Pain Myths | Early Reg for the June ASC Conf Ends May 1st - Sign Up Today!
  
  
  

April 17, 2012: Spine Business

• FDA Clears 17 Spine Devices in March | Dr. Stephen Hochschuler: 4 Points for Entrepreneurial Spine Surgeons | Life Spine Q1 Sales Grow 37.9% | Early Reg. Discounts End May 1--The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

April 12, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Dan Resnick: 5 Pts. on NASS Spine Registry | Biomet 3Q Spine Sales Drop 3% | 35 Stats on American Payor Mix | Early Reg. Discounts End May 1--The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

April 11, 2012: Orthopedic

• April Issue Now Online: 208 Spine Surgeons & Specialists to Know | Dr. William Taylor: Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | Early Reg. Discounts End May 1--The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

April 11, 2012: Spine Business

• 5 Most Read Stories in March: 15 Profitable Spine & Orthopedic Dev. Cos. | Important 2012 Spine & Pain Management ASC CPT Changes | Early Reg. Discounts End May 1--The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena |
  
  
  

April 11, 2012: Anesthesia & Pain Management

• 3 Specialists Discuss New Neurostimulation Treatment | 15 Stats on Anesthesiologist Compensation | Early Registration Ends May 1 for the 10th Annual ASC June Conf in Chicago - Register Now!
  
  
  

April 10, 2012: Spine Business

• April Issue Now Online: 208 Spine Surgeons & Specialists to Know | Dr. William Taylor: The State of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | 8 Pillars of Success From Sonoran Spine Center | The Best Business Meeting in the Spine/ASC Arena + Lou Holtz, Sam Donaldson & Tucker Carlson |
  
  
  

April 5, 2012: Spine Business

• 15 New Spine Devices & Systems | Dr. Kenneth Pettine on Society for Ambulatory Spine Surgery | 8 Steps for Spinal Injection Coding | The Best Business Meeting in the Spine/ASC Arena + Lou Holtz, Sam Donaldson & Tucker Carlson |
  
  
  

April 4, 2012: Orthopedic

• 15 Stats for Orthopedic ASC Case Revenue | Dr. Answorth Allen Performs Knee Surgery on Knicks' Jeremy Lin | 12 Hospitals Expanding Orthopedic & Spine Services | The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena + Lou Holtz, Sam Donaldson & Tucker Carlson |
  
  
  

April 4, 2012: Pain Management

• Promising New Pain Procedures: 5 Physicians Discuss | How Does the Supreme Court's Decision on ACA Affect Anesthesia? | 7 Ways to Engage Pain Patients Via YouTube | Keynote Speakers Lou Holtz, Tucker Carlson & Sam Donaldson Headline! Register Today for 10th Annual ASC June Conf!
  
  
  

April 3, 2012: Spine Business

• 7 Steps for Spine Surgeons to Avoid Commoditization | Medtronic Pays $85M in Infuse Lawsuit | Indiana University Honors Dr. Joseph Maroon | The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena + Lou Holtz, Sam Donaldson & Tucker Carlson |
  
  
  

March 29, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. John Caruso: 7 Ways to Improve Spine Center Profitability | 5 Spine Device Co. 2012 Financial Reports | Dr. Jeffrey Lobosky: The Individual Mandate and What We Need Now | The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena + Lou Holtz, Sam Donaldson & Tucker Carlson |
  
  
  

March 28, 2012: Orthopedic

• Healthcare Reform's Day in Court: 7 Experts Weigh-In | 15 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Social Medial Use | Biomet Pays $22M+ in Foreign Corruption Settlement | The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena + Lou Holtz, Sam Donaldson & Tucker Carlson |
  
  
  

March 28, 2012: Pain Management

• Collaborative Patient Care: Thoughts From 5 Pain Management Physicians | Op-Ed: ICD-10 Delay Will Benefit Pain Management Physicians | Kentucky Medical Assoc. President Opposes Pain Clinic Legislation | See Great Speakers on Profiting From Pain! Register Today for the 10th Annual ASC June Conf in Chicago!
  
  
  

March 27, 2012: Spine Business

• 20 Spine Surgeons Focusing on Scoliosis | Dr. A. Jay Khanna: 11 Tips to Decrease Radiation Exposure in Spine Surgery | ISASS Names Dr. Steven Garfin New President | The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena + Lou Holtz, Sam Donaldson & Tucker Carlson |
  
  
  

March 22, 2012: Spine Business

• 6 Experts on Supreme Court's Decision for Healthcare Reform | 4 Spine Surgeons on Expanding Ancillary Revenue | Pros & Cons of Private Practice vs. Hospital Employment for Spine Surgeons | The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena + Lou Holtz, Sam Donaldson & Tucker Carlson |
  
  
  

March 21, 2012: Orthopedic

• 15 of the Most Profitable Orthopedic & Spine Dev. Cos in 2011 | Pros & Cons of Private Practice vs. Hospital Employment for Orthopedists | US Implantables Demand to Increase 7.7% Thru 2015 | The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena + Lou Holtz, Sam Donaldson & Tucker Carlson |
  
  
  

March 21, 2012: Pain Management

• 15 New Stats on Pain Management Charges | Pain Physicians Discuss Patient Contracts | Medicare Updates Affecting Pain Physicians | Keynote Speakers Lou Holtz, Tucker Carlson & Sam Donaldson -- Register Now for the 10th Annual ASC June Conf!
  
  
  

March 20, 2012: Spine Business

• 15 Spine & Neurosurgeons Honored | 5 Pts on Spine ASC Joint Ventures | SMISS Names Dr. D. Greg Anderson Pres. | The Best Business Meeting in the ASC Arena + Lou Holtz, Sam Donaldson & Tucker Carlson |
  
  
  

March 14, 2012: Orthopedic

• 207 Spine Surgeons & Specialists to Know | 10th Ortho, Spine & Pain Mgmt-Driven ASC Conf. (June 14-16) - 28 Spine Sessions, 18 Ortho Sessions, 14 Pain Mgmt Sessions & 39 Leading Drs. Speaking |
  
  
  

March 14, 2012: Pain Management

• 5 Steps to More Profitable Pain ASCs | 15 Stats on ASC Pain Management Case Volume | Do You Urine Test at Your Practice? Pain Physicians Respond | 134 Speakers, Including Keynotes Lou Holtz, Tucker Carlson & Sam Donaldson -- Register Now 10th Annual Ortho, Spine & Pain ASC Conf!
  
  
  

March 13, 2012: Spine Business

• Dr. Thomas Schuler: 5 Trends in Outpatient Spine | FDA Clears 17 Spine Devices | 10th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management-Driven ASC Conf. (June 14-16)--Lou Holtz, Sam Donaldson, Tucker Carlson & More |
  
  
  

March 8, 2012: Orthopedic

• MAKOplasty Procedures Up 99% in 2011 | 11 Key Issues for ASCs in 2012 | 10th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference (June 14-16)--Lou Holtz, Sam Donaldson, Tucker Carlson & More |
  
  
  

March 7, 2012: Spine Business

• 200 Spine Surgeons & Specialists to Know | Dr. Anthony Yeung: 5 Points on Profitability With Spine | AMA Approves CPT for AxiaLIF | Alphatec Spine 4Q Revenue Up 7.6% | Register Today--10th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management-Driven ASC Conf., June 2012 |
  
  
  

March 7, 2012: Pain Management

• Opioid Epidemic: 5 Thoughts From Pain Physicians | University Hospital Offers New Pain Relief Treatment | 5 States Tightening Pain Clinic Regulation | Register Today--10th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference, June 2012
  
  
  

March 6, 2012: Orthopedic

• 6 Benchmarks on Orthopedic Practice Management | FDA Clears 44 Orthopedic & Spine Devices in Feb. | Mayo Clinic Health System Names Dr. Mark Ciota CEO of Minn. Locations | 4 Points on Out-of-Network Reimbursement for ASCs |
  
  
  

March 1, 2012: Orthopedic

• Dr. Steven Wertheim: 7 Keys of Success for Resurgens Orthopaedics | Medicare Spends 14% Less Than Private Payors on Knee Surgery | AAOS Names Dr. Kevin Bozic Chair of Council on Research & Quality |
  
  
  

February 29, 2012: Spine Business

• 20 Stats on Spine Patient Visits | Dr. Alexander Vaccaro on Sports-Related Spine Injuries | 10 Spine Surgeons in Biologics Development | NuVasive Spine's 4Q Revenue Up 16.2% |
  
  
  

February 29, 2012: Pain Management

• Dr. Scott Glaser: 5 Procedures for Pain Management in 2012 | Payroll Tax-SGR Bill: What Physicians Should Know | Texas Orthopedic & Spine Institute Adds Chronic Pain Management |
  
  
  

February 28, 2012: Orthopedic

• 15 Hospitals Expanding Orthopedic Services | Dr. Bruce Malone Performs Clavicle Surgery on Rick Perry | 25 Highest-Paid Specialties in Hospitals | Wright Medical Sales Drop 8% |
  
  
  

February 23, 2012: Orthopedic

• 82 Team Physicians for Professional Hockey | Global Orthopedics Market to Reach $61.3B by 2017 | AAOS Honors Dr. Franklin Sim With Diversity Award | Antitrust Issues for ACOs: What to Know |
  
  
  

February 22, 2012: Spine Business

• 6 Points Comparing Spine Surgeon Compensation | Dr. William Taylor: The State of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | Medtronic Biologics Sales Drop 20% in 3Q | US Healthcare Costs Up 20% in Dec. 2011 |
  
  
  

February 22, 2012: Pain Management

• 8 Areas for Pain Management Physicians to Benchmark | 75% of Healthcare Facilities Use Integrative Medicine for Chronic Pain | 5 Best Business Practices of Boston PainCare | USA Pain Professionals Opens in N.M. | ICD-10 Delayed |
  
  
  

February 21, 2012: Orthopedic

• 18 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Subspecialties | Orthopedic Surgeons Receive $88/Hour, Less Than Dentists, CRNAs | 12 Sports Medicine Physician Moves | US Healthcare Costs Up 5% in Dec. |
  
  
  

February 16, 2012: Orthopedic

• Dr. James Andrews: 8 Keys to Success in Orthopedics & Sports Medicine | Dr. George Theodore Performs Ankle Surgery on Patriots' Rob Gronkowski | CMS to Re-Examine ICD-10 Timeline |
  
  
  

February 15, 2012: Spine Business

• FDA Clear 19 Spine Devices in Jan. | Spine Surgery Coding Updates | 10 Spine Surgeon Moves | Amedica Launches New Spinal Fusion Device |
  
  
  

February 15, 2012: Pain Management

• 10 Trends in ASC Pain Management Case Revenue | Dr. Laxmaiah Manchikanti: Evidence-Based Medicine for Pain Management | 18 Interagency Pain Research Coordinating Committee Members Announced |
  
  
  

February 14, 2012: Orthopedic

• 30 New Orthopedic Device Launches & Releases | Defensive Med Costs $2B/Year in Orthopedics | Dr. Brian Cole: 3 Trends in Sports Medicine Research | Stryker Pres. Stephen MacMillan Resigns |
  
  
  

February 9, 2012: Orthopedic

• FDA Clears 43 Orthopedic Devices in Jan. | OTA Names Dr. Robert Probe 2012 President | Smith & Nephew Pays $22.2M Settlement in SEC Investigation | Physician Signing Bonuses Leap 15% in 2011 |
  
  
  

February 8, 2012: Spine Business

• 8 Changes for a Brighter Future in Spine Surgery From Dr. Stephen Hochschuler | 20 Spine & Neurosurgeon Inventors | 10 New Spine-Focused Groups & Programs | Exactech Reports 21% Drop in 4Q Spine & Biologics |
  
  
  

February 8, 2012: Pain Management

• January Issue Now Online: 28 Pain Management ASCs to Know | Dr. Laxmaiah Manchikanti: Healthcare Reform's Impact on Pain Management | 10 Ways to Improve Pain Management Profitability | Spine vs. Neurosurgeon Comp.: Who Gets More? |
  
  
  

February 7, 2012: Orthopedic

• 15 Orthopedic Surgeon Moves | 11 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Employment | Kensey Nash Reports 32% 2Q Sales Increase | 50 Hospitals With Best Patient Ratings |
  
  
  

February 2, 2012: Orthopedic

• 14 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Comp. by Years in Practice | Dr. Richard Harrison Receives Bronze Star | Pa. Court: Physicians Can Be Sued for Emotional Distress Alone | 8 Ways to Lift Practice Employee Satisfaction |
  
  
  

February 1, 2012: Spine Business

• 8 Top Challenges in Spine Surgery From Dr. Frank Cammisa | 8 Pillars of Sonoran Spine Center's Success | Pittsburgh Insurer to Spend $500M on Physician, Hospital Acquisition |
  
  
  

February 1, 2012: Pain Management

• 8 Stats on ASC Pain Management Case Revenue | Dr. Michael Port: 5 Pts on Targeted Injections | CAPS Paincare Opens Ill. Clinic & Surgical Facility |
  
  
  

January 31, 2012: Orthopedic

• 92 Team Physicians for Pro Basketball | Physicians Pioneering ACOs: 5 Thoughts | Zimmer's 2.9% 4Q Sales Increase Driven by Foreign Markets | Philadelphia Payor Spends $500M More Acquiring Physicians, Hospitals |
  
  
  

January 26, 2012: Orthopedic

• January Issue Now Online: 5 Points on Orthopedic Surgeon Compensation | 125 Outstanding Knee Surgeons | 101 Hospitals With Great Spine & Neurosurgery Programs |
  
  
  

January 25, 2012: Spine Business

• 101 Hospitals With Great Spine & Neurosurgery Programs | Top 7 Concerns for Spine Surgeons in 2012 | Dr. Morgan Lorio Named ISASS Task Force Chair |
  
  
  

January 25, 2012: Pain Management

• 12 Stats on ASC Pain Management | Stanford's Dr. Philip Pizzo Urges Public Health Campaign Involvement | 5 Observations on the ASC Market in 2012 | Medtronic's RestoreSensor Growing |
  
  
  

January 24, 2012: Orthopedic

• 18 Orthopedic Device Co. Acquisitions & Partnerships | Rush Oak Park Hospital Names Dr. Brian Cole Chief of Surgery | 11 Factors in Call Compensation | 10 Tips for Smooth Practice Mergers |
  
  
  

January 19, 2012: Orthopedic

• 15 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Comp. | 175 New Surgery Centers in 2011 | Large Joint Reconstructive Market to Grow 4.7% by 2018 |
  
  
  

January 18, 2012: Spine Business

• 8 Stats on Spine & Neurosurgeon Comp. | Texas Back Institute Names Dr. Michael Hisey President | 28 Joint Venture ASCs in 2011 |
  
  
  

January 18, 2012: Pain Management

• 8 Stats on Pain Management Case Revenue | Ohio's O'Bleness Memorial Opens New Pain Management Clinic | 10 Tips on Tough Vendor Negotiations |
  
  
  

January 17, 2012: Orthopedic

• 25 Sports Medicine Physicians Honored in 2011 | Physician Employment Up 32% From 2002 | 10 Biggesst Concerns for Orthopedists in 2012 | Dr. John Uribe Performs Knee Surgery on Fla. Panthers Goalie |
  
  
  

January 12, 2012: Orthopedic

• 8 Extremities Specialist Moves | 16 Stats for Orthopedic Surgeon Starting Salary | 2012 CPT Updates for Knee & Shoulder Surgery | Stryker Sales Up 11% in 4Q |
  
  
  

January 11, 2012: Spine Business

• 38 Spine & Neurosurgeon Moves | 5 Stats on Spine Surgeon Employment Contracts | Dr. John Peloza: Importance of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery in ASCs | Minn. Payor Changes Spine Coverage |
  
  
  

January 11, 2012: Pain Management

• 8 Business Opportunities for Pain Management in 2012 | 12 Stats on Pain Management Case Revenue | Advanced Pain Management Opens New Wis. Clinic |
  
  
  

January 10, 2012: Orthopedic

• 125 Outstanding Knee Surgeons | FDA Clears 56 New Orthopedic Devices | US Orthopedic Biomaterials Market to Reach $4B by 2016 | AAOS Names New Leadership Fellows |
  
  
  

January 5, 2012: Orthopedic

• 40 of the Most Powerful People in Healthcare | Single-Specialty Group Orthopedic Surgeon Compensation: 5 Things to Know | Dr. Freddie Fu Gets Sports Leadership Award |
  
  
  

January 4, 2012: Spine Business

• Special Spine Devices Edition: 26 Spine Devices Get FDA Clearance in Dec. | Global Spine Surgery Market to Reach $9.3B by 2017 | 14 Spine Device Company Exec Moves | What Will Spine Surgeon Relationships With Device Companies Look Like Post-Reform? |
  
  
  

January 4, 2012: Pain Management

• 16 New Pain Management Facilities in 2011 | IOM's Pain Management Guidelines to be Implemented in 2012 | 13 Stats on Pain Physician Retirement Benefits | What Technology do Pain Practices Need for Success in 2012? |
  
  
  

January 3, 2012: Orthopedic

• Highest & Lowest Compensated Orthopedic Surgeons: 5 Things to Know | 5 NJ Groups Contract New Payment Method for Orthopedics | Rockford Orthopedic Gets $378k for Meeting Meaningful Use | Drs. Fred Azar, Drew Murphy Perform Achilles Tendon Repair on Grizzlies' Darrell Arthur |
  
  
  

December 29, 2011: Orthopedic

• 11 Points on Technology & Treatment Revolutionizing Sports Medicine | Dr. Riley Williams Performs Foot Surgery on NJ Nets' Brooke Lopez | New Factor in MoM Hip Implants Found | Pres. Obama Signs SGR Fix |
  
  
  

December 28, 2011: Spine Business

• 8 Stats on Spine Surgeon Comp. | 12 New ASCs With Spine Surgery in 2011 | Dr. Srdjan Mirkovic Performs Spine Surgery on Bears' Johnny Knox | What is the #1 Concern for Spine Surgeons in 2012? |
  
  
  

December 28, 2011: Pain Management

• Dr. Neil Chatterjee: 4 Insights on Ultrasound Guidance for Pain Physicians | How Does Pain Physician Comp. Stack Up? | 5 Best Practices for Pain Physicians | Survey: 70% of Physicians Plan to Work Longer Before Retirement |
  
  
  

December 27, 2011: Orthopedic

• 10 Ways to Strengthen Orthopedic Practices in 2012 | AAOS Releases Statement on SGR | IntelliCell BioSciences Appoints Drs. James Andrews, Joshua Hackel to Medical Advisory Board |
  
  
  

December 22, 2011: Orthopedic

• 119 Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Physicians for NFL Teams | 12 Stats on Sports Medicine Physician Comp. | Drs. Richard Steadman, Peter Millett Honored by Vail Valley Medical Center | 20 New Orthopedic & Spine Device Co. Financial Reports |
  
  
  

December 21, 2011: Spine Business

• 12 Expansions of Spine & Neurosurgery Hospital Programs | Senators Ask Medtronic About Infuse, Post Market Tracking | FDA Clears 21 Spine Devices in Nov. | Lakes Surgery Center 1st ASC to Buy Mazor's Robotic Spine System |
  
  
  

December 21, 2011: Pain Management

• 15 Stats on Pain Management Case Revenue | NANS Recognizes Drs. Elliot Krames & K. Dean Willis | ASC Specialty to Watch: Pain Management in 2012 | What Legislators Can Do Now to Positively Impact Pain Management |
  
  
  

December 20, 2011: Orthopedic

• 35 Orthopedic & Spine Surgeon Moves | Q&A With Dr. Adolph Lombardi: Operation Walk USA | Synthes Shareholders Approve J&J's $21M Acquisition Offer | 20 States With Highest & Lowest Physician Expenditures |
  
  
  

December 15, 2011: Orthopedic

• 39 New Orthopedic & Spine Devices Get FDA Clearance in Nov. | ASES Names Dr. Peter Millett Annual Meeting Chair | 12 Sports Med Physicians on the Move | Orthopedic Device Co. Stock Prices Keep Falling |
  
  
  

December 14, 2011: Spine Business

• NASS Next Year: Dr. Michael Heggeness on Goals & Challenges for 2012 | 21 Benchmarks for Spine & Neurosurgeon Comp | Oregon Center to Review Infuse Studies | 10 Leaders of Certified Spine Programs |
  
  
  

December 14, 2011: Pain Management

• 13 Statistics on Pain Management Physician Comp | 8 Benchmarks for Low Back Injections in ASCs | Dr. David Caraway: 5 Concepts for Discussion at NANS | Average Medical Director Hourly Pay Up 3% |
  
  
  

December 13, 2011: Orthopedic

• 5 Principles of Rothman Institute's Successful Business Model | 10 Orthopedic Surgeries for Pro Athletes | Dr. Joel Buchalter: 7 Tips to Prevent Orthopedic SSIs | 13 Orthopedic Device Co. Cuts & Expansions in 2011 |
  
  
  

December 8, 2011: Orthopedic

• 16 New Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Comp | 10 Tips for Aspiring Orthopedic Group Leaders | Dr. Frank Cordasco Performs Surgery on Rams' Roger Saffold | CMS Final Rule: Medicare Claims to Assess Provider Performance |
  
  
  

December 7, 2011: Spine Business

• Dr. John Caruso on Physician Involvement in Healthcare Policy Changes | 10 Leaders of Spinal Tumor Programs | Dr. Walter Eckman: Leading the Charge on Outpatient Spine Surgery | Report Questions Vertebroplasty Reimbursement |
  
  
  

December 7, 2011: Pain Management

• 10 Ways to Improve Profitability for Pain Management | North Shore-LIJ Medical Center Opens Pain Management Center | Dr. James Gruft: How Healthcare Reform Revolutionizes Chronic Pain Care | 23 New Surgery Centers Opened or Announced |
  
  
  

December 6, 2011: Orthopedic

• 10 Surgeon Appointments With Orthopedic & Spine Device Cos | Comanagement 101: Basic Principles to Know | Dr. James Heckman Honored by AOA | 8 ?s on Orthopedic Practice Management Answered |
  
  
  

December 1, 2011: Orthopedic

• 8 Pts on Outpatient Knee Arthroscopy | Dr. Kevin Stone Founds 1st Dedicated Meniscus Transplant Center | 10 Challenges Healthcare CEOs Can't Ignore | Drs. Matthew Provencher, Daniel Solomon, Anthony Romeo: Managing COI in Orthopedic Research |
  
  
  

November 30, 2011: Spine Business

• Dr. Frank Phillips: 5 Areas Where Spine Research is Headed | 10 Cost Benchmarks for Spine Surgery in ASCs | Important 2012 CPT Coding Changes for Spine | 10 Spine & Neurosurgeon Journal Editors |
  
  
  

November 30, 2011: Pain Management

• 5 Points on Ultrasound for Pain Management | Dr. David Caraway Performs New Pain Management Procedure | How to Create a Multidisciplinary Approach to Pain Management | Global Anesthesiology Market to Reach $343.5M by 2017 |
  
  
  

November 29, 2011: Orthopedic

• Spine Surgery in ASCs: 5 Surgeons' Thoughts | FDA Clears 21 Spine Devices in Oct. | Drs. Jonathan Glass, Nicholas Boulis Inject Stem Cells Into Cervical Spine | Infuse Sales Drop, Drive Down Medtronic Revenue |
  
  
  

November 23, 2011: Spine Business

• Spine Surgery in ASCs: 5 Surgeons' Thoughts | FDA Clears 21 Spine Devices in Oct. | Drs. Jonathan Glass, Nicholas Boulis Inject Stem Cells Into Cervical Spine | Infuse Sales Drop, Drive Down Medtronic Revenue |
  
  
  

November 22, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 16 Stats on Orthopedic Practice Shareholder Comp. | 10 Marketing Tips for Orthopedic Practices Now | Penn State Names Dr. David Joyner Athletics Director | Zimmer Acquires XtraFix External Fixation Systems |
  
  
  

November 21, 2011: Pain Management

• 10 Steps Taken By Top Pain Management Programs | Drs. Seth Berkowitz, Mitchell Katz: More Pharmacotherapy Research for Pain Management | FDA Approves Medtronic's AdaptiveStim | 8 Pain Management Myths |
  
  
  

November 17, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Knee Meniscectomy RVUs Decrease for 2012 | 15 Sports Med Physician Moves & Appointments | DePuy's 3Q US Sales See 1.5% Decrease | 8 Pts on Orthopedic Surgeon Succession Planning |
  
  
  

November 16, 2011: Spine Business

• 8 Points on Cost-Effective Spine Care | Dr. Purnendu Gupta: Building a Foundation for Scoliosis Care | 10 Spine Practices With Research Organizations | Geisinger Names Dr. Jonathan Slotkin Director of Spine Surgery, SCI Research |
  
  
  

November 15, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• FDA Clears 43 New Orthopedic & Spine Devices | Orthopedic Surgeon Comp: How Did 2010 Compare? | Dr. Greg Gallant Named Penn Orthopaedic Society President | Wright Medical Group Sees 3% Sales Decline |
  
  
  

November 14, 2011: Pain Management

• Q&A: Dr. Laxmaiah Manchikanti on Healthcare Reform & Interventional Pain Management | 7 Trends on Pain Management in ASCs | FDA Releases Draft of Opioid Continuing Ed | APS Supports CDC's Attention to Drug Misuse |
  
  
  

November 10, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Dr. Tom Noonan: 6 Ways Orthopedic Practices Can Cater to Weekend Warriors | Smith & Nephew 3Q Orthopedics Revenues Suffer | Dr. Randeep Kahlon Named Pres of Medical Society of Delaware | AAOS Opposes MedPAC SGR Fix |
  
  
  

November 9, 2011: Spine Business

• 30 New Spine Device Launches, Releases | NASS Honors Drs. Joel Press, Gunnar Andersson, Kiyoshi Kaneda | New Clinical Guideline for Spinal Stenosis Released | 10 Spine Surgeon Veterans of Iraq, Afghanistan |
  
  
  

November 8, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 10 Stats on Hip & Joint Surgeon Comp | The Chondrolysis Mystery: 7 Pts From Drs. Brian Cole, Anthony Romeo, Daniel Solomon | OrthoIndy's Dr. Sandy Kunkel Performs Knee Surgery on Ind. Gov. Mitch Daniels |
  
  
  

November 7, 2011: Pain Management

• Opioid Overdose Kills More Than Heroin, Cocaine | Dr. Michael Heggeness's New MIS Treatment Relieves Back Pain | Decreasing Healthcare Costs: 8 Pts on Opioid Abuse | NC Hospitals Stop Prescribing, Refilling Pain Meds in ER |
  
  
  

November 3, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons: NASS Names Dr. Michael Haggeness New Pres | Dr. James Weinstein Named New Dartmouth-Hitchcock CEO | Dr. Laxmaiah Manchikanti: Healthcare Reform's Impact on IPM | Pardee Hospital Opens New Pain Center |
  
  
  

November 2, 2011: Spine Business

• Drs. Anthony Yeung & Faissal Zahrawi: 6 Points on Present, Future of Endoscopic Spine Surgery | 10 Spine Surgeons Investigating ADR | NuVasive Revenue Up 10.5% to $132.9M | 12 Spine and Neurosurgeon Moves |
  
  
  

November 1, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 8 Stats on Sports Med Comp | Northwestern Orthopaedic Institute Joins NorthShore University HealthSystem | 6 Ways Orthopedic Practices Can Overcome Healthcare Challenges | 5 Studies on PRP |
  
  
  

October 31, 2011: Pain Management

• 6 Ideas for Profitability at Pain Centers | Dr. Scott Glaser: Interconnected Rx Monitoring Programs Necessary | Nanoparticles May Improve Arthritis Pain Treatment | Study: Fat Content Not Associated With Low Back Pain |
  
  
  

October 27, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons: Resurgens' Dr. Steven Wertheim Receives Recognition | Texas Spine & Joint Hospital Breaks Ground on $20M Project | Dr. Louis Carter Honored for Humanitarian Work | Dr. William Raasch Performs Hip Surgery on Brewers Pitcher |
  
  
  

October 26, 2011: Spine Business

• Where Infuse Stands: 6 Things to Know | Dr. Edward Wirth Named CSO of InVivo Therapeutics | US Held 69% of Global Spine Device Market in 2010 | Synthes Quarterly Revenues Break $1B for the First Time |
  
  
  

October 25, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 70 Female Orthopedic & Spine Surgeon Leaders | Dr. Marc Philippon Performs Hip Surgery on Royals' Johnny Giavotella | 5 Points on Developing a Concierge Sports Medicine Practice |
  
  
  

October 24, 2011: Pain Management

• 10 Stats on Pain Management Physician Comp | 2012 CPT Updates for Interventional Pain Management | 10 New Pain Management Facilities | States Target Physicians in Opioid Regulations |
  
  
  

October 20, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons: Los Angeles Orthopedic Hospital Names Dr. Anthony Scaduto Interim CEO | Dr. Craig Morgan Performs Shoulder Surgery on Indians' Justin Masterson | InVivo Names Dr. Edward Wirth Chief Science Officer |
  
  
  

October 19, 2011: Spine Business

• FDA Clears 11 New Spine Devices in Sept. | Dr. Andrew Cappuccino to Head Lanx's Surgeon Advisory Board | 5 Points on InVivo's New Technology for Spinal Cord Injury | 10 Spine Surgeons at Orthopedic & Spine Specialty Hospitals |
  
  
  

October 18, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• FDA Clears 25 Orthopedic & Spine Devices in Sept. | Dr. Mark Myerson Repairs Phillies' Ryan Howard's Torn Achilles Tendon | 8 Stats on Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon Compensation |
  
  
  

October 17, 2011: Pain Management

• 8 Points on MILD for Back Pain | Dr. Dean Fisherman Identifies "Text Neck" | 10 New Cases of Illegal Pain Med Distribution & Use | 4 Points on Office-Based Pain Management |
  
  
  

October 13, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons: Dr. Thomas Byrd Performs Hip Surgery on Pirates' Charlie Morton | Jupiter Medical Center Gets $5M for New Orthopedics & Spine Center | US Ski & Snowboard Team Foundation Appoints Dr. Marc Philippon to Board of Trustees |
  
  
  

October 12, 2011: Spine Business

• When Should Spine Surgeons Use BMP? 10 Surgeons Discuss | Dr. Hyun Bae: Stem Cells Are Spine Surgery's Future | The Spine Journal Editorial Process Shake Up | 10 Spine Surgeons for Pro Football Teams |
  
  
  

October 11, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 30 Orthopedic Surgeon Moves | How Does Orthopedic Surgeon Compensation Compare to Other Specialists? | Englewood Hospital Names Dr. Lawrence LIvingston Chief of Orthopedics |
  
  
  

October 10, 2011: Pain Management

• 5 Points on Providing Better Pain Care | GAO Report: Medicare Prescription Drug Abuse | McGill University Pain Center to Conduct Big Pain Study | Dr. Jay Joshi: How to Lower Healthcare Spending on Back Pain |
  
  
  

October 6, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons: Dr. Frank Cammisa Performs Spine Surgery on Packers' Nick Collins | Tenn Orthopaedic Society Pres Dr. Jeff Cole Leads 43% Membership Increase | Dr. Richard Steadman Performs Arthroscopic Knee Surgery on Indians' Grady Sizemore |
  
  
  

October 5, 2011: Spine Business

• 5 Points on Spine & Neurosurgeon Comp | Spine Surgeons: We Need Transparency, Overhaul in Payors' Spinal Fusion Guidelines | 10 Spine Surgeon Medical Directors for Device Cos |
  
  
  

October 4, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 18 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Comp by Time in Practice | Dr. Pat McKenzie Performs Knee Surgery on Packers' Mike Neal | 10 Ideas to Promote Sports Med Groups | 18th ASC Conf - Registration Ends Oct. 13! |
  
  
  

October 3, 2011: Pain Management

• 10 Biggest Trends in Spine Pain Management | Dr. Tim Deer Helps Develop Device to Reduce Back Pain | 5 States Enacting New Programs to Combat Illicit Drugs | The ASC Industry's Premier Fall Event, Almost Sold Out, Registration Closes Oct. 13th |
  
  
  

September 29, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons: Dr. Russell Warren Honored for Sports Medicine Excellence | CORE Institute Launches Charitable Organization for Orthopedics | Dr. Xavier Durlande to Perform Shoulder Surgery on Braves' Peter Moylan |
  
  
  

September 28, 2011: Spine Business

• Dr. Andrew Elkwood: Restoring Function After SCI With Nerve Transplant | 10 Spine Surgeon Leaders at POHs | Patient Funds Dr. Howard An's Research on Stem Cell Therapy | ISASS Creates Spine Coding & Reimbursement Task Force |
  
  
  

September 27, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 10 Tips for Orthopedic Practices to Remain Independent | Dr. AJ Cianflocco Named Cleveland Clinic PC Sports Medicine Director | How Are Baby Boomers Revolutionizing Orthopedics? | 18th ASC Conf - Registration Ends Oct. 13! |
  
  
  

September 26, 2011: Pain Management

• APF Reveals Roadblocks to Pain Patient Care | Dr. Scott Glaser: 6 Questions on ACOs for Pain Management | 20 Pain Management Physicians on the Move | The ASC Industry's Premier Fall Event, Almost Sold Out, Registration Closes Oct. 13th |
  
  
  

September 22, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons: Patient Funds Dr. Howard An's Spine Stem Cell Research | Dr. David Altchek Performs Tommy John Surgery on Indians' Carlos Carrasco | ACSM, Sanford Health Partner for Youth Sports Health & Safety Institute |
  
  
  

September 21, 2011: Spine Business

• FDA Clears 19 Spine Devices | Dr. Neel Anand Performs New Artificial Facet Joint Replacement | 10 Spine Surgeon Leaders in Complex Deformity Correction | DePuy Spine Launches 1st MIS 3D Deformities Correction Set |
  
  
  

September 20, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Is PKR a Passing Trend or the Way of the Future? | Dr. W.P. Andrew Lee Elected Pres of American Society for Surgery of the Hand | FDA Clears 42 New Orthopedic & Spine Devices | Leadership During Hospital Alignment: 6 Points for Orthopedic Groups |
  
  
  

September 19, 2011: Pain Management

• 5 Points on Pain Management Physician Comp | Dr. Ken Chapman Discusses MILD | What Issues Shape the Future of Pain Management? |
  
  
  

September 15, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons: Dr. Knute Buehler Running for Ore. Political Office | Dr. Neal ElAttrache Performs Knee Surgery on Dodgers' Andre Ethier | Adena Bone & Joint Partners With Axon Sports for Concussion Program | Wash U Gets $2.6M to Study Revision ACL Surgery |
  
  
  

September 14, 2011: Spine Business

• UC Davis' Dr. Kee Kim, Dr. Rudolph Shrot Perform New Stem Cell Therapy | Father & Son Drs. Robert Walkins, Sr./Jr. Perform ACD on Peyton Manning | 10 Spine Surgeons Focusing on Spinal Cord Injury | Sign Up for Becker's Pain Management E-Weekly! |
  
  
  

September 13, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 10 Orthopedic Surgeon Salary Benchmarks | How Baby Boomers Will Change Orthopedics | 20 Orthopedic Device Co Exec Moves | Sign up for Free Pain Management E-Weekly! |
  
  
  

September 12, 2011: Pain Management

• Q&A With Dr. Laxmaiah Manchikanti: Pain Management & New Outcomes Research Institute | Court Rules Insurer, Employer Must Pay for Spinal Cord Stimulator | Army May Incorporate Pain Management |
  
  
  

September 8, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons: Neurosurgeons Perform New Stem Cell Therapy | Dr. David Altchek Performing Tommy John on Twins' Kyle Gibson | Neurosurgeon Dr. Greg Bonnen Running for Texas House | 18th Annual ASC Conf - Early Reg Discounts End Sept. 9! |
  
  
  

September 7, 2011: Spine Business

• What Factors Into the Employment Decision for Spine Surgeons? | 10 Spine Surgeon Leaders at Non-Profit Hospitals | Indiana Spine Group Opens New Spine Center | 18 Annual ASC Conf Early Reg Dscts Extended to Friday, 50 Spots Remain--Register Today! |
  
  
  

September 6, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Sept/Oct Becker's Orthopedic & Spine Review Now Online: 67 Shoulder Surgeons | Will Orthopedic Surgeons Have Relationships With Device Cos in the Future? | 6 Points on Robotics in Orthopedics |
  
  
  

September 1, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons: Dr. James Higgins Preforms New Hand Procedure | Dr. Vishal Sarwhi Publishes on New MIS for Scoliosis | UT Southwestern Ready for 1st Hand Transplant | 18th Annual ASC Conf - Early Reg Ends Today! |
  
  
  

August 31, 2011: Spine Business

• Will Spine Surgeons Be the Next Specialists Hospitals Scoop Up? | 10 Spine Surgeons Working With Stem Cells | Early Reg for the 18th Annual ASC Conf Ends Tomorrow - Register Now! |
  
  
  

August 30, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Dr. Anthony Romeo: 6 Things Revolutionizing Shoulder Surgery | 5 Points on Extremities Surgeon Comp | Early Registration Discounts for the 18th ASC Conf End in 2 Days - Register Now! |
  
  
  

August 25, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons & Practices | 18th Annual ASC Conf - Early Reg Ends Thurs - Register Today! |
  
  
  

August 24, 2011: Spine Business

• Dr. Eugene Carragee: What Happened With Infuse | 10 Pediatric Spine Surgeon Leaders | Dr. Kenneth Pettine Performs New Spine Surgery Using Stem Cells | Less Than 170 Spots Remain for ASC Conf - Early Reg. Ends Sept. 1 |
  
  
  

August 23, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 7 Points on Partial Knee Replacements | 10 New Orthopedic Group Mergers & Expansions | 5 Stats on Pain Management Physician Comp | Less Than 170 Spots Remain for ASC Conf-Early Registration Ends Sept 1st |
  
  
  

August 18, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons & Providers: Montana VA Hospital Leaves 300 W/O Orthopedic Care | Dr. Daniel Horwitz to Chair Geisinger Health Orthopedic Trauma | Dr. James Andrews Performs Shoulder Surgery on Pitcher Kevin Hart | Less Than 200 Spots Remain for ASC Conf-Early Reg Ends Sept. 1 |
  
  
  

August 17, 2011: Spine Business

• 10 Female Spine Surgeons to Know | What Issues Shape the Future of Spine Pain Management? | FDA Clears 20 New Spine Devices | Less Than 200 Spots Remain for ASC Conf - Early Reg. Ends Sept. 1 |
  
  
  

August 16, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 65 Outstanding Shoulder Surgeons | FDA Clears 46 New Orthopedic & Spine Devices | NFL to Test for HGH Use | Less Than 200 Spots Remain for ASC Conf-Early Registration Ends Sept 1st |
  
  
  

August 11, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons & Providers: Texas Scottish Rite Researchers Identify New Scoliosis Genes | Rezin Orthopedics & Sports Med Turns 20 | Dr. William Sterett Files Suit Against The Steadman Clinic | 300 Spots Remain - Register Today for the 18th Annual ASC Conf |
  
  
  

August 10, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 10 Surgeons Performing Robotic Spine Surgery | What Developments Are Driving Pain Management Today? | NY Spine Surgeons Develop Biologic Artificial Disc | 300 Spots Remain - Register Today for the 18th ASC Conf |
  
  
  

August 9, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 50 Orthopedic and Spine Devices | Sports Med Vs. Joint Surgeons: Who Is Compensated More? | Orthopedics Market Generated $30B in 2010 | 300 Spots Remain - Register Today for the 18th ASC Conference |
  
  
  

August 4, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons & Providers: Dr. Gordon Bell New Mid-America Orthopaedic Assn Pres. | Promedica to Open Orthopedic Hospital | Dr. James Andrews Performs Shoulder Surgery on Pitcher Luke Scott |
  
  
  

August 3, 2011: Spine Business

• 10 Spine Surgeons Directing Fellowship Programs | 5 Points on Performing Artificial Disc Replacement | Spine Surgeons Cited for Underreporting Infuse Complications | Synthes Sues Globus for Patent Infringement |
  
  
  

August 2, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 84 Orthopedic Surgeons for MLB Teams | What Will Appropriate Orthopedic & Spine Surgeon-Device Co. Relationships Be Post-Reform? | Dr. Brian Cole: The Future of Cartilage Regeneration | S&N Orthopaedics President Leaves His Post |
  
  
  

July 28, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons & Providers: Dr. Peter Mitchell Performs Ankle Surgery on Diamondbacks' Stephen Drew | Dr. Brian Cole: Cartilage Repair for Young Athletes | OrthoNeuro Opens Orthopedic Urgent Care Center |
  
  
  

July 27, 2011: Spine Business

• Spine vs. Neurosurgeon Compensation: Who Received More in 2010 | 10 Spine Surgeons Performing Artificial Disc Replacements | Spine Society Responds to Proposed Rule Denying Fusion Coverage in Fla. |
  
  
  

July 26, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Will Orthopedic & Spine Surgeons Continue to Have Relationships With Device Companies? | Highest & Lowest Compensated Orthopedic Surgeons | Stryker Sales Up 12%, Earnings Down 3% |
  
  
  

July 21, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons & Providers: Jacksonville State Picks Lemak Contract Over Andrews for Team Physicians | Dr. Lee Kaplan Performs Knee Surgery on Alex Rodriguez | New "Mr. Sports Medicine" Dr. Lyle Micheli |
  
  
  

July 20, 2011: Spine Business

• Infuse Lawsuits May Cost Medtronic Millions | 10 Spine Surgeons for Spine Advocacy | ISASS Policy: Spinal Fusions Medically Necessary for DDD | Dr. Frank Phillips: Why Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Will Survive |
  
  
  

July 19, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 6 Ways Evidence Based Medicine Impacts Orthopedics and Spine | What % of Orthopedic Surgeons Will Be Employed in 5 Years? | 50 Orthopedic Practices to Know |
  
  
  

July 14, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Top 10 Lists: 100 of the Best Spine Surgeons in America | 70 of the Best Knee Surgeons | 50 Orthopedic Practices to Know |
  
  
  

July 13, 2011: Spine Business

• To Infuse or Not To Infuse: The Feud Between Spine Surgeons Continues | 10 Spine Surgeon Inventors | FDA Clears 11 Spine Devices in June |
  
  
  

July 12, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• FDA Clears 29 New Orthopedic & Spine Devices | Is PRP a Passing Trend or the Future of Sports Med? | Working With Hospitals: 6 Tips for Surgeons Not Employed | Spine Surgeon, Hospital Pay $5.25M in Malpractice Settlement |
  
  
  

July 7, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 New Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons and Practices | Dr. Peter Indelicato to Become 40th AOSSM President | Dr. Neal ElAttrache to Perform Shoulder Surgery on Dodgers' Jon Garland | Dr. Thomas Zdeblick Defends Relationship With Medtronic |
  
  
  

July 6, 2011: Spine Business

• NASS' Dr. Chris Bono: Trends in Spine Reimbursement | Medtronic CEO Defends Infuse | Dr. Ken Pettine: How to Successfully Perform Spine Surgery in an ASC | 10 Spine Surgeon Moves |
  
  
  

July 5, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Will Biologics Revolutionize Sports Medicine? | Medtronic CEO Defends Infuse | 10 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Comp | 12 Orthopedic Surgeries for MLB Players |
  
  
  

June 30, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 New Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons and Providers in the News |
  
  
  

June 29, 2011: Spine Business

• 10 Spine Surgeons Performing XLIF | NASS: Stop Inaccurate Promotion of BMP | CMS Draft Policy Denies Multi-Level Lumbar Fusions | 10 Key Senate Findings on Physician Owned Distributors |
  
  
  

June 28, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 5 Tips for Running a Top Orthopedic Practice | 6 Questions Before Forming a Comprehensive Orthopedic, Spine Center | Senate Investigates Medtronic's Influence on Surgeons | Florida's CMS Draft Policy Denies Multi-Level Lumbar Fusions |
  
  
  

June 23, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 New Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons and Providers in the News |
  
  
  

June 22, 2011: Spine Business

• FDA Clears 15 Spine Devices in May | HSS' Dr. Frank Cammisa: 4 Points on XLIF | Good Results for Outpatient Spine Surgery in ASCs With Drs. Joan O'Shea, Robert Nucci & Ken Pettine |
  
  
  

June 21, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 50 Orthopedic Practices to Know | FDA Clears 35 Orthopedic & Spine Devices | How Evidence-Based Medicine & ACOs Impact Orthopedics and Spine |
  
  
  

June 16, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 New Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons and Providers in the News |
  
  
  

June 15, 2011: Spine Business

• Dr. James Lynch: The Next 5 Years of Spine Surgery | Adding Higher Acuity Spine & Orthopedics to an ASC | Clinical Trials Show Embryonic Stem Cell-Based Therapy Safe for Spinal Cord Injury Patients |
  
  
  

June 14, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 7 Keys to Comprehensive Orthopedic Care Centers | 5 New Studies Influencing Sports Med | Senators Question Legality of PODs | Patent Bill Would Hamper Physician-Inventors |
  
  
  

June 9, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 New Stories on Orthopedic Surgeons and Providers in the News |
  
  
  

June 8, 2011: Spine Business

• 5 Spine Surgeons in the News | Stem Cells in Spine Surgery: 5 Things to Know | Former Synthes Execs May See Prison Time | 10 Surgeons Performing MI SI Joint Fusion |
  
  
  

June 7, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• What % of Orthopedic Surgeons Will be Hospital-Employed in 5 Years? | 100 Orthopedic- & Spine-Driven ASCs to Know | FDA's Regulations Stymie Orthopedic Stem Cell Advances |
  
  
  

June 2, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 15 Orthopedic and Spine Surgeons and Practices in the News | Meet All ASC Buyers - Register Now for the 9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASCs Conf |
  
  
  

June 1, 2011: Spine Business

• 7 Points on Spine Surgery Complications | NASS: BMP May Cause Male Infertility | Dr. Fred Sweet: 4 Points on Preventing Spine SSI | 9th Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf - Hear Drs. John Caruso, James Lynch, Ken Pettine, Joan O'Shea, William Tobler, Scott Gibbs & More |
  
  
  

May 31, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 70 Outstanding Hip Surgeons | Orthopedic Surgeries to Reach 6.6M by 2020 | 5 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Comp and Expenses | Meet All ASC Buyers - 9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASCs Conf. |
  
  
  

May 26, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 15 Articles on Orthopedic and Spine Surgeons, Device Companies, Hospitals and Practices | Meet All ASC Buyers - Register Now for the 9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASCs Conf |
  
  
  

May 25, 2011: Spine Business

• Dr. Stephen Hochschuler: 6 Points on Spine Spending | Integra LifeSciences Buys SeaSpine for $98M | 12 Spine, Neurosurgeon Moves | 9th Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf - Hear Drs. John Caruso, James Lynch, Ken Pettine, Joan O'Shea, William Tobler, Scott Gibbs & More |
  
  
  

May 24, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• MOR's Dr. Brett Levine: Challenges & Opportunities in Orthopedics | Stryker Acquires Orthovita for $316M | 414K Provider Injury Visits in 2010 | 9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASCs Conf.--Register Now! |
  
  
  

May 18, 2011: Spine Business

• 6 Studies for Timely Spine Surgery | 10 Spine Oncology Specialists to Know | Dr. Robert Watkins Performs Spine Surgery on Braves Pitcher | 9th Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf - Hear Drs. John Caruso, James Lynch, Ken Pettine, Joan O'Shea, William Tobler, Scott Gibbs & More |
  
  
  

May 17, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Steadman Hawkins' Dr. James Silliman: 6 Post-Reform Concerns | FDA Committee Approves BioMimetic's Augment Bone Graft | 5 Points on Ultrasound for Orthopedics | Register for the 9th Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf |
  
  
  

May 12, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• FDA Clears 34 New Orthopedic Devices | BioMimetic Posts $8M Q1 Net Losses | Chicago Bulls' Dr. Kathy Weber: Balancing the Post Season With Practice Responsibilities | Register for the 9th Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf |
  
  
  

May 11, 2011: Spine Business

• 8 Points for Spine Surgeons Treating Pro Athletes | 13 New Spine Devices Receive FDA Clearance | 3 Spine Surgeons Pay for Not Disclosing Synthes Ties | 9th Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf - Hear Drs. John Caruso, James Lynch, Ken Pettine, Joan O'Shea, William Tobler, Scott Gibbs & More |
  
  
  

May 10, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 5 Points on Which Orthopedic Surgeons Earn the Most | Global Orthopedic Industry Approached $30B in 2010 | Study Links Some Osteoporosis Meds to Thigh Fractures | Register for the 9th Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf |
  
  
  

May 5, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 6 Ways to Maintain a Positive Relationship With Hospitals | MOR's Dr. Gregory Nicholson on Preventing Youth Sports Injuries | 5 Points on MAKOplasty in ASCs | Early Reg. Discounts Extended to 5/9 -- 9th Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf |
  
  
  

May 4, 2011: Spine Business

• 10 Biggest Spine Management Trends | New Technology Benefits Spinal Navigation | Dr. Parviz Kambin: Pioneer of Spine Surgery | 9th Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf - Hear Drs. John Caruso, James Lynch, Ken Pettine, Joan O'Shea, William Tobler, Scott Gibbs & More |
  
  
  

May 3, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Zimmer Posts $1.12B Q1 Sales | J&J Synthes Takeover May Spur More Orthopedic Deals | 20 Orthopedic and Spine Surgeon Moves | Early Reg. Discounts Extended to 5/9 -- 9th Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf |
  
  
  

April 28, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• J&J to Acquire Synthes for $21.3B | AAOS: 4 Tips to Prevent Wrong-Site Surgery | Reg Dscts End 5/1: 9th Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf - Sessions Added on Sports Performance Training/Testing & Surgeon-Owned Distribution
  
  
  

April 27, 2011: Spine Business

• 4 Tips for Negotiating Outpatient Spine Contracts | Study: Surgery Better for NFL Players With Disc Herniation | Stryker Spine Sales on the Rise | Reg Dscts End 5/1--9th Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf - Hear Drs. John Caruso, James Lynch, Ken Pettine, Joan O'Shea, William Tobler, Scott Gibbs & More |
  
  
  

April 26, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Bringing TJR Into ASCs | Orthopedic Pain Patient Stats | Stryker Q1: Flat Knee, Hip Sales, Increase in Spine | Reg Dscts End 5/1--9th Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf - Session Added on Sports Performance Training Centers |
  
  
  

April 21, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 15 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Bonuses | J&J Talks of $20B Synthes Take-Over | 8% Spine Surgeries Result in Major Complications | Reg Dscts End 5/1--9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf |
  
  
  

April 20, 2011: Spine Business

• 6 Points on Spine & Medical Homes | FBI Investigates Texoma Pain and Spine Center | 10 New Spine Centers | Reg Dscts End 5/1--9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf |
  
  
  

April 19, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 5 Tips for Orthopedic Surgeon Prof Growth | 7 Stats on Orthopedic Surgeon Comp | Biomet Announces $11.6M Loss | Reg Dscts End 5/1--9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf | Oct. 2011 ASC Conf Request for Speaking Proposals |
  
  
  

April 14, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 8 Challenges for Team Physicians of Pro Teams | Warning: Physician Owned Device Cos Scrutinized | How Can Orthopedic and Spine Practices & ASCs Continue to Thrive? - Reg. Now for the 9th Orthopedic, Spine and Pain ASC Conf|
  
  
  

April 13, 2011: Spine Business

• FA Clears 22 Spine Devices | Robot-Guided Spine Surgery | How Can Orthopedic and Spine Practices & ASCs Continue to Thrive? - Reg. Now for the 9th Orthopedic, Spine and Pain ASC Conf|
  
  
  

April 12, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 56 New Orthopedic & Spine Devices Approved | Chicago ASCs Searched, Surgeons Subpoenaed in Probe of Owner | How Can Orthopedic and Spine Practices & ASCs Continue to Thrive? - Reg. Now for the 9th Orthopedic, Spine and Pain ASC Conf|
  
  
  

April 7, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Orthopedic, Neurosurgeon Comp Rose 8% | OrthoCarolina, NorthEast Orthopaedics Merge | Hear Drs. Brian Cole, David Raab, Jeff Visotsky, John Caruso, Ken Pettine & James Lynch at the 9th Orthopedic, Spine and Pain ASC Conf - Reg. Today! |
  
  
  

April 6, 2011: Spine Business

• 12 Spine Surgeons for Pro Athletics | 5 Points on Spine Workers' Comp | Hear Drs. Ken Pettine, James Lynch, Joan O'Shea, John Caruso & Richard Kube at the 8th Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf - Reg. Today! |
  
  
  

April 5, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Most Profitable Orthopedic Device Cos | 6 Ways Orthopedics Can Implement Evidence-Based Med | Register for 9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf |
  
  
  

March 31, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 5 Tips for Efficiency at Orthopedic Practices | 12 Stats on Surgeon Comp by Employment | Register for 9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf |
  
  
  

March 30, 2011: Spine Business

• 5 Ways to Capitalize on Outpatient Surgery | Spine Surgeon Comp by Employment Status | Will Evidence-Based Medicine Kill Spine Surgery? Find Out at 9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf |
  
  
  

March 29, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 5 Tips to Make Sports Med Profitable | Rush Researchers Study PRP for Osteoarthritis | Will Evidence-Based Med Kill Spine Surgery? Find Out at 9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf |
  
  
  

March 24, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 70 of the Best Pain Management Physicians in America | 6 Ways Evidence-Based Medicine Impacts Orthopedics | Steadman Philippon Research Institute Develops MCL Repair |
  
  
  

March 23, 2011: Spine Business

• 5 Points on Lowering Spinal Fusion Cost | Namal Nawana Named DePuy Spine President | Will Evidence-Based Medicine Kill the Spine Business? Find Out at the 9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conf |
  
  
  

March 22, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 5 Ways to Expand Orthopedic Practices for Increased Profitability | Washington State May Cut Spinal Injections From State Coverage | Register Today for the 9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine and Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference |
  
  
  

March 17, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 15 Orthopedic Surgeons Treating Professional Athletes | 36 Orthopedic Devices Receive FDA Clearance | MedPAC Recommends 1% Increase for Physicians |
  
  
  

March 16, 2011: Spine Business

• 9 Points on Spinal Fusion Efficacy & Coverage | 23 New Spine Devices Receive FDA Clearance | Stanford Hospitals & Clinics Physicians Perform Rare Endonasal Odontoidectomy |
  
  
  

March 15, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• AAOS President Dr. Daniel Berry: 4 Thoughts on the Future of Orthopedics | UCLA Medical Center Surgeons Perform Hand Transplant | NuVasive Revenue Up 20.9% |
  
  
  

March 10, 2011: Spine Business

• 5 Points on Cervical Spine Surgery | Spinal Fusion Reimbursement: Q&A With NASS Pres. Dr. Greg Przybylski | 7 Strategies to Negotiate In-Network Carve-Outs for Outpatient Spine |
  
  
  

March 9, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 5 Tips for Growing Orthopedic Practices | 12 Stats on Future Plans of Orthopedic Residents | MOR's Dr. Anthony Romeo's Rare Tendon Reattachment Surgery on White Sox's Jake Peavy Successful |
  
  
  

March 8, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• March/April Issue Now Online: 20 Orthopedic & Spine Surgeons Making Headlines | Spinal Fusions Face Uncertain Future | Orthopedic & Spine Surgeon Comp.: How Does Your Subspecialty Stack Up |
  
  
  

March 3, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 6 Ways for Orthopedic Surgeon-Hospital Alignment | 5 Tips for Payor Negotiations | 30 New Orthopedic & Spine Devices | Resurgens Relocates for Higher Patient Volume |
  
  
  

March 2, 2011: Spine Business

• 100 of the Best Spine Surgeons in America | Dr. Joseph Maroon Performs Discectomy on NFL's James Harrison | Dr. Ken Pettine: 5 Mistakes That Lead Surgery Centers to Lose Money on Spine |
  
  
  

March 1, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 100 of the Best Spine Surgeons in America | 5 Stats on Hip and Joint Surgeon Comp | Kerlan-Jobe Physicians Perform Forearm Surgery on Dodgers' Padilla | Dr. James Andrews Performs Knee Surgery on Eagles' Justice |
  
  
  

February 24, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 4 Ways to Make Orthopedic Practices More Efficient | Medtronic to Cut Up To 2K Jobs | IOH's Dr. Sandy Kunkel Performs Rotator Cuff Surgery on Ind. Governor | OrthoCarolina Merges With Boone Orthopaedic Associates |
  
  
  

February 23, 2011: Spine Business

• 3 Spine Studies: Imaging for Low Back Pain; Complex Surgery for Spinal Stenosis; Kyphoplasty for Cancer Patients | 18 Spine Devices Receive FDA 510(k) Clearances |
  
  
  

February 22, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 7 Ways Orthopedic Practices Can Cater to Baby Boomers | 45 Orthopedic and Spine Devices Receive FDA Clearance | AAOS Names Dr. Daniel J. Berry President |
  
  
  

February 17, 2011:

• 7 Critical Orthopedic and Spine Device Industry Trends | 11 Key Legal Concepts for Hospital-Physician Contracting | Dr. Robert Anderson Performs Knee Surgery on NBA's Anderson Varejao |
  
  
  

February 16, 2011: Spine Business

• 5 Studies at the Forefront of Spine Surgery | 10 Spine Leaders of AMCs | Spine Surgeon Advocacy: Q&A With NASS' Dr. Raj Rao | Inpatient Stays for Back Problems Cost $9.5B in 2008 |
  
  
  

February 15, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Orthopedic and Spine Device Industry Post Reform: 6 Challenges | Smith & Nephew 4Q Revenues Increase 5%; Wright Medical Group Net Sales Increase 6% | Dr. James Andrews Performs Knee Surgery on Vikings' Kevin Williams |
  
  
  

February 10, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 4 Tips for Increasing Orthopedic Patient Volume | Medtronic, Spine Device Companies Feel Backlash Against Spinal Fusions | Hospital for Special Surgery Opens New Sports Medicine Suite| Stock Prices For Orthopedic Device Companies Up Vs. Week Ago |
  
  
  

February 9, 2011: Spine Business

• Johns Hopkins' Dr. Jay Khanna: 4 Opportunities in Spine Surgery | NASS' Dr. Raj Rao: 3 Areas of National Advocacy Focus | Minn. Insurers Resist Spinal Fusion Coverage | Cleveland Clinic Studies Spine During Concussions |
  
  
  

February 8, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Efforts Intensify to Eliminate Reform Tax on Medical Device Makers | Dr. James Andrews Examines Former NBA Player Allen Iverson| Kerlan-Jobe Center for Sports Neurology Opens in Los Angeles |
  
  
  

February 3, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Orthopedic and Spine Surgeon Compensation: How Does Your Subspecialty Stack Up? | 25 Recent Orthopedic and Neurosurgeon Moves | Kensey Nash Sales Down More Than 12% Vs. Year Ago |
  
  
  

February 2, 2011: Spine Business

• Spine Surgery Research: 3 Areas of Focus | ISASS President Dr. Thomas Errico: Spinal Fusion Coverage Update | Stanford University's Dr. Gary Steinberg Leading Stem Cell Treatment for Spinal Cord Injury |
  
  
  

February 1, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 4 Tips for Successful Leadership of Orthopedic Practices | Kerlan-Jobe's Dr. Neal ElAttrache Treats NBA's Brandon Roy With PRP | Zimmer Reports 2.5% Increase in Sales; DJO Sales Down Nearly 3% |
  
  
  

January 27, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• IBJI's Dr. Craig Westin: 4 Ways Sports Medicine Physicians Can Stay Ahead in 2011 | NBA's Josh Howard Seeks Treatment at Hospital for Special Surgery | 5 Tips for Cutting Costs at Orthopedic Practices |
  
  
  

January 26, 2011: Spine Business

• Govt. Launches Investigation Into Scoliosis Treatment | Northwestern's Dr. Joseph Weistroffer Studies NFL Return to Play After Spinal Surgery | Dr. Benjamin Burkett Joins The Christ Hospital Spine Institute |
  
  
  

January 25, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Dr. George Theodore Performs Foot Surgery on NFL's Tom Brady | Developing a Concierge Orthopedic Practice: Q&A With Dr. William Leone | Month by Month: FDA 510(k) Review Changes in 2011 |
  
  
  

January 20, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• Hospital for Special Surgery's Dr. Thomas Sculco on 6 Ways to Build a Top Orthopedic Department | 7 Steps to Improve Orthopedic Practice Finances | Orthopedic Extremities Market--$2.6B by 2015 |
  
  
  

January 19, 2011: Spine Business

• 6 Techniques for Building a Successful Spine Practice | Future Uncertain for Spinal Fusions | Last Call to Recommend a Spine Surgeon for '100 of the Best Spine Surgeons in America' |
  
  
  

January 18, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 45 Great Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeons | 49 Orthopedic & Spine Devices Receive FDA 510(k) Clearance in Dec. | Smith & Nephew Denies Talks of Merger, Takeover |
  
  
  

January 12, 2011: Spine Business

• 15 Spine Devices Receive FDA 510(k) Clearance | 6 Steps for Spine Surgeons to Increase Profitability | ISASS Defends Spinal Fusions |
  
  
  

January 11, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 8 Trends in Shoulder Surgery | Biomet Reports Flat Net Sales for 2Q | Free Webinar: Key to Transforming Sugery Centers Into a Profitable Business |
  
  
  

January 6, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 100 Orthopedic & Spine Physician Leaders to Know | 4 Solutions to Common Reasons Why Orthopedic Surgeons Lose Money | Smith & Nephew Responds to FDA Letter of Warning |
  
  
  

January 4, 2011: Spine Business

• 5 Ways for Spine Surgeons to Maximize Efficiency | How Spine Surgeons Can Overcome Healthcare Reform Challenges | Injecting Botox Into Spine Could Relieve Pain |
  
  
  

January 3, 2011: Orthopedic & Spine

• 20 Most Read Articles: 50 of the Best Spine Specialists in America | 70 of the Best Knee Surgeons in America | 9 Biggest Issues Facing Orthopedic Surgeons |
  
  
  

December 22, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 35 Ortho & Spine Devices Receive FDA 510(k) Clearance in Nov. | Medtronic CEO to Retire Next April | Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush Surgeons Perform Surgery on Bulls' Joakim Noah |
  
  
  

December 21, 2010: Spine Business

• 10 Biggest Healthcare Reform Concerns for Spine Surgeons | 6 Ways to Build a Prosperous Spine Practice | 12 Spine Devices Receive FDA Clearance |
  
  
  

December 20, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 6 Techniques for Ortho & Spine Payor Negotiations | Kerlan-Jobe Foot and Ankle Surgeon Featured in Sports Illustrated | NuVasive Settles Patent Dispute With Orthofix, Includes $2M Settlement |
  
  
  

December 15, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 5 Best Practices to Build Great Sports Medicine Practices | Exatech Pays $3M in Anti-Kickback Settlements | MOR Surgeon on Carlos Boozer's Return to Play |
  
  
  

December 14, 2010: Spine Business

• 8 New Studies Impacting Spine Surgery | 4 Reasons for Continuing Vertebroplasty | Medtronic Receives Subpoena for Neurostimulator Marketing |
  
  
  

December 13, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 50 of the Best Spine Surgeons in America | 70 of the Best Knee Surgeons in America | 42 Orthopedic and Spine Device Companies to Know |
  
  
  

December 8, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 70 of the Best Knee Surgeons in America | 3 Predictions on the Evolution of Sports Med | Reducing the Cost of Ortho Implants: Q&A With Dr. John Cherf of OrthoIndex |
  
  
  

December 7, 2010: Spine Business

• 5 Spine Clinical Developments in 2011 | Synthes and Norian Corp. Pay $23.3M for Illegal Spinal Bone Cement Testing | 16 Spine Devices Receive FDA Clearance in Oct. |
  
  
  

December 6, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 9 Biggest Issues for Ortho Surgeons in 2011 | 34 Ortho & Spine Devices Receive FDA Clearance in Oct. | Synthes & Norian Corp. Pay $23.2M for Illegal Spinal Bone Cement Testing |
  
  
  

December 1, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 30 Orthopedic Surgeons and Neurosurgeons On The Move | How Pain Management Will Affect ACOs | Oakland A's Name New Team Orthopedist |
  
  
  

November 30, 2010: Spine Business

• 8 Stories Affecting Scoliosis Treatment | 5 Top-Paid Specialists Include Spine, Neurosurgery | Amedica/US Spine Sign Distribution Agreement with Biologics Company |
  
  
  

November 29, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 3 Core Concepts for the Future of Orthopedic Surgeon Employment | 12 Recent Device Company Financial Reports | Dr. Richard Steadman to Perform Surgery on NBA Star |
  
  
  

November 24, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 10 New Studies Impacting Sports Medicine | RACs Plan to Target Physicians' Charges | study: FDA 510(k) Clearance Cost $24M on Average |
  
  
  

November 23, 2010: Spine Business

• 10 New Spine Practices & Centers | Performing Minimally Invasive TLIF Procedures: Q&A With Dr. Subramanian of Houston's Orthopaedic Associates | Spine Surgeon of the Week |
  
  
  

November 22, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 50 Ortho & Spine Devices to Know | 11 Biggest Sports Med Trends in 2011 | Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush Physician Plans to Participate in Project for National Joint Registry |
  
  
  

November 17, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 58 Orthopedic Physicians for NBA Teams | Smith & Nephew CEO Speaks About Ortho Device Environment | OrthoIndy Hospital Honored for Patient Satisfaction |
  
  
  

November 16, 2010: Spine Business

• 6 Ways to Increase Patient Referrals to Your Spine Practice | 10 New Studies Impacting Spine Surgery | Spine Surgeon of the Week |
  
  
  

November 15, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• Issue Alert: Nov./Dec. Issue Online - 7 Healthcare Reform Changes Affecting Ortho Surgeons | Latest Trends in Spine Surgery Techniques | 24 Ortho Practices With Great Sports Med Programs |
  
  
  

November 10, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 6 Challenges and Solutions for Orthopedic Practice Physician Leaders | Stryker Receives 2 Subpoenas for Device Marketing | Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush Prevails in Whistle-Blower Lawsuit |
  
  
  

November 9, 2010: Spine Business

• 7 Points About the Future of Spine Surgery | MIS or Open Surgery: Rush's Kern Singh | Spine Surgeon of the Week |
  
  
  

November 8, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 15 Most Read Articles: 50 of the Best Spine Surgeons | 25 of the Best Knee Surgeons in America | Now Accepting Nominations for Our 2010 Spine, Knee Surgeon Lists |
  
  
  

November 3, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• ACSM: 5 Sports Medicine Trends | Stryker Acquires Boston Scientific's Neurovascular Unit, Porex Surgical | Orthopedic Surgeon of the Week |
  
  

November 2, 2010: Spine Business

• 10 Articles for Successful Spine Practice Management | 10 New Spine Surgery Systems | Spine Surgeon of the Week: Dr. Vernon T. Tolo |
  

November 1, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 10 Ortho & Spine Device Partnerships & Acquisitions | Oakland A's Pitcher Files Medical Negligence Against Ortho Surgeon | Court Rules in Favor of Smith & Nephew in Patent Dispute |
  
  
  

October 27, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 5 Benefits and Challenges of Co-Management for Orthopedic Surgeons | Stryker, J&J, Synthes Report 3Q Earnings | Orthopedic & Spine Leader of the Week |
  
  
  

October 26, 2010: Spine Business

• AAOS Explains Vertebroplasty Guideline | Medtronic Receives 510(k) Clearance for Kyphon Xpander II | 6 Ways to Avoid Denied Claims for Spine Procedures |
  
  
  

October 25, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 5 Ways Orthopedic Surgeons Can Improve Their Social Media Presence | 5 Key Strategies for National Practice Expansion | Orthopaedic Institute of Oklahoma Names Head of Pain Management |
  
  
  

October 20, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 28 Ortho & Spine Devices Receive FDA 510(k) Clearance | 4 Reasons for Ortho Practices to Keep Their "Grandfathered" Status | Chicago's Midwest Orthopedics Opens a Concussion Clinic |
  
  
  

October 19, 2010: Spine Business

• 10 New Spine Devices | 6 Things to Know About Spine Surgeons in ACOs | Rush University Study to Compare Minimally Invasive and Open Spine Surgery Techniques |
  
  
  

October 18, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 6 Best Practices to Create A Thriving Ortho Practice| NJ Sports Med Physician Loses Med License | Biomet's 1Q 2011 Net Sales Increase Less Than Expected |
  
  
  

October 13, 2010: Orthopedic & Spine

• 79 Team Physicians for Pro Football | 5 Ways to Increase Sports Med Patient Volume | Medtronic Launches KYPHON Express Curette |
  
  
  

October 11, 2010:

• 7 HC Reform Changes Affecting Ortho Surgeons | Stryker's Oren Gelman: Trends in Knee Implants | Medtronic Launches Vertebral Fixation System |
  
  
  

October 6, 2010:

• 5 Best Practices for a Successful Sports Med Practice | 3 Best Practices for Spine Surgeon Recruitment | Orthopedic Surgery Revenues Increased in 2009 | AAOS Update: PRP for Orthopedics|
  
  
  

October 4, 2010:

• 10 Articles to Improve Ortho Practice Profits | 4 Issues Shaping the Future of Orthopedics | 32 New Ortho and Spine Devices Receive FDA Clearance|
  
  
  

September 29, 2010:

• Top 5 Ortho Device Companies Based on 2009 Revenue | 3 Best Practices for Spine Surgeon Recruitment | Statistics on Orthopedic Surgery Call Coverage Payments |
  
  
  

September 27, 2010:

• 15 Most Read Articles: 50 of the Best Spine Specialists | 25 of the Best Knee Surgeons | 42 Ortho & Spine Device Companies to Know |
  
  
  

September 22, 2010:

• 24 Ortho Practices With Great Sports Med Programs | 68 Physicians for Pro Baseball Teams | Is the U.S. Govt. Trying to Eliminate Independent Medical Practice? |
  
  
  

September 15, 2010:

• Sept./Oct. Issue Online: 6 Key Issues Impacting Outpatient Services | Trends in Sports Med: Q&A With AOSSM President Dr. Robert Stanton | 13 Strategic Thoughts for Ortho Practices |
  
  
  

September 8, 2010:

• 8 Stats About Orthopedic Surgeon Comp. | Dr. Lewis Yocum Performs Tommy John Surgery on Star Pitcher Stephen Strasburg. | 2 Trends in Spine Surgery Techniques. |
  
  
  

September 1, 2010:

• 7 Ways to Improve Ortho Practice Efficiency. | 5 Best Practices for Sports Med Community Outreach. | N.J. Sports Med MD Indicted for Fraud. |
  
  
  

August 30, 2010:

• 50 of the Best Spine Specialists In America. | 25 of the Best Knee Surgeons in the United States. | 4 Statistics on Spine Surgeon Compensation. |
  
  
  

August 25, 2010:

• Ark. Orthopedic Surgeon Sentenced to 10 Months in Prison for Fraud. | Reform Act's on Orthopedic and Spine Device Companies. | 5 Strategies for Preventing Overuse Injuries in Youth Sports Medicine. |
  
  
  

August 18, 2010:

• CMS Issues Proposed Rule on Changes to Stark In-Office Ancillary Services Exception. | Tips for Communicating With Parents of Young Athletes. | 26 Orthopedic and Spine Devices Receive FDA Approval. |
  
  
  

August 11, 2010:

• Physicians to the Stars: 68 MLB Team Orthopedic Physicians. | Orthopedic Device Manufacturer Stock Watch -- Wed. Opening Down vs Week Ago: Stryker Corp.: $6.57; Zimmer Holdings: $51.23; Smith & Nephew $45.1; Medtronic $35.88. | Medicare Advisory Committee to Meet Over Spine Fusion Technology Reimbursement. |
  
  
  

August 4, 2010:

• Spine and Sports Medicine Surgeons Top List of Highest Paid Orthopedic Specialist. | 3 Ways to Control Ancillary Service Leakage. | Dr. Stacey Bremer Becomes First in the United States to Perform Specialized Robotic Hand Surgery. |
  
  
  

August 2, 2010:

• Four Statistics on Spine Surgeon Compensation. | 42 Orthopedic and Spine Device Companies to Know. | 40 Great Orthopedic and Spine Programs in Hospitals. |
  
  
  

July 28, 2010:

• 4 Ways to Improve Profits at Sports Medicine Practices | 3 Ways Spine Centers Can Increase Their Revenues | Orthopedic Device Manufacturers' Second Quarter Fiscal Reports Mixed |
  
  
  

July 21, 2010:

• 40 Great Orthopedic and Spine Programs in Hospitals | 5 Tips for Building a Successful Sports Medicine Center |
  
  
  

July 14, 2010:

• 5 Ways to Reduce Orthopedic Practice Overhead | 7 Tips to Become a Top Spine Specialist |
  
  
  

July 7, 2010:

• 13 Concepts on Strategic Planning for Orthopedic Practices | 3 Steps to Improve Spine Practice Efficiency | FTC Exempts Physicians from Red Flags Rule on Temporary Basis |
  
  
  

June 30, 2010:

• 4 Statistics on Spine Surgeon Compensation | 3 Ways to Reduce Costs at Your Orthopedic Practice | Former Chief of Hospital Acute Pain Clinic Sentenced for Fraud |
  
  
  

June 23, 2010:

• 42 Orthopedic and Spine Device Companies to Know | 5 Things to Know About the Orthopedic Implants Market | LSI Names SVP of Corporate Operations |
  
  
  

June 21, 2010:

• 5 Tips to Improve Recruitment of Spine Physicians | Senate Passes Fee Fix | Learn More About Orthopedic Industry Leader Dr. James Lynch |
  
  
  

June 16, 2010:

• How do Orthopedic Surgeons Rank? Average Daily On-Call Compensation | CMS Extends Hold on Physician Claims | Q&A With Dr. Robert J. Zehr of Zehr Center for Orthopaedics |
  
  
  

June 14, 2010:

• 15 Most Read Stories From Becker's Orthopedic & Spine Review: Reform Paves Way for Changes in Implant Price Negotiations | 10 Steps to Improved Spine Center Market Share | 18 Orthopedic Practice CEOs |
  
  
  

June 7, 2010:

• Idaho Orthopedic Groups Settle Antitrust Suit | Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Blake Curd Makes Final Push for S.D. Primary | 7 Articles Focusing on Orthopedic and Spine Device and Implant News |
  
  
  

June 2, 2010:

• A Special Device & Implant Issue: 9 Hospitals to Pay $9.4M to Resolve Kyphoplasty-Related False Claims | Reform Paves Way Implant Negotiation Changes | Cartilage Repair Market to Grow 6.8% |
  
  
  

May 24, 2010:

• A Special Device & Implant Issue: 9 Hospitals to Pay $9.4M to Resolve Kyphoplasty-Related False Claims | Reform Paves Way Implant Negotiation Changes | Cartilage Repair Market to Grow 6.8% |
  
  
  

May 17, 2010:

• Orthopedic and Spine Practice Administrators to Know | 9 Keys to OrthoCarolina's Success | Calif. Hospitals, Physicians to Bundle Fees for Joint Replacements
  
  
  

May 10, 2010:

• 8 Most Read Articles From Becker's Orthopedic & Spine | Last Day to Register for the 8th Annual Orthopedic, Spine and Pain ASC Conference and Save $100 |
  
  
  

May 3, 2010:

• Issue Alert - May/June Issue Online - To Sell or Not to Sell: A Guide for Orthopedic Practices | What Health Reform Will Mean for Physicians | 20 Orthopedic- and Spine-Driven ASCs |
  
  
  

April 26, 2010:

• Does Health Reform Mark the Beginning of the End for Independent Practices? | Trends and Valuation Considerations for Call Coverage Payments | Early Discounts for the Orthopedic, Spine & Pain ASC Conference End Friday -- Save $100 |
  
  
  

April 19, 2010:

• 8 Implications of Health Reform on Ortho and Spine Practices | Congress Passes Temporary Physician Fee-Fix | Early Discounts for the Orthopedic, Spine and Pain Driven ASC Conference End May 1 |
  
  
  

April 12, 2010:

• Q&A With Dr. Joshua Siegel of Access Sports Medicine and Orthopaedics | 3 Tips for Coding Orthopedics Procedures in Surgery Centers | FDA Clears 49 Orthopedic and Spine Devices in March |
  
  
  

April 5, 2010:

• 6 Ancillary Services to Increase Orthopedic Practice Revenue | 4 Orthopedic Implant and Device Developments | Surgeons Predict Physician Fee Cut Will Make It Impossible to Treat Medicare Patients |
  
  
  

March 29, 2010:

• 5 Ways to Improve Orthopedic Practice Profits | 5 Tips for Controlling Orthopedic Practice Staffing Costs | Florida Health System Creating Co-Management Relationship With Orthopedic Surgeons |
  
  
  

March 22, 2010:

• To Sell or Not to Sell: A Guide for Orthopedic Practices Eyeing Deals With Hospitals | 6 Reimbursement Concepts for Spine in ASCs | Orthopedics Gross Charge and Revenue Stats |
  
  
  

March 15, 2010:

• A Special Lists Issue: 50 Spine Specialists | 10 Orthopedic Practices | 25 Knee Surgeons | And More |
  
  
  

March 8, 2010:

• 10 Stats and Facts About Growth in Joint Replacement | Moving Orthopedic Trauma Services Outside the Hospital | Congressional Candidate Dr. Blake Curd Endorsed By 23 South Dakota Lawmakers |
  
  
  

March 1, 2010:

• Issue Alert: March/April Issue Online - 5 Tips to Grow Your Orthopedic Practice | 8 Statistics About Orthopedic Surgeon Compensation | 50 of the Best Spine Specialists in America |
  
  
  

February 22, 2010:

• 9 Reimbursement and Business Concepts for ASC Orthopedics | Payment Cuts Could Force Neurosurgeons to Limit Medicare Patients | Orthopedic Surgeons in Congress |
  
  
  

February 15, 2010:

• 4 Trends in Orthopedic and Spine Services in Hospitals and ASCs | 5 New Developments in Orthopedics | West Penn Allegheny to Develop Orthopedic Surgery Hospital |
  
  
  

February 8, 2010:

• 50 of the Best Spine Specialists in America | 5 Tips to Grow Your Orthopedics Practice | Supply of Orthopedic Surgeons Won't Keep up With Demand |
  
  
  

February 1, 2010:

• 5 Tips for Maintaining Orthopedic Implant Costs | Orthopedic Device Makers Experience Sales Growth in 4th Quarter | BCBS Expands Blue Distinction Program to Spine and Joint Replacement |
  
  
  

January 25, 2010:

• 8 Statistics About Orthopedic Surgeon Compensation | 5 Steps to Creating a Balanced Pain Management Surgery Center | Nevada Spine Surgeon Gets Probation for Fraud |
  
  
  

January 19, 2010:

• Issue Alert: Jan./Feb. Issue Online - 11 Challenges and Opportunities for Orthopedic and Spine Practices in 2010, 11 Statistics and Facts About Orthopedics, 25 of the Best Knee Surgeons in the United States and 7 More Articles |
  
  
  

January 11, 2010:

• Hospital for Special Surgery Study Calls for Changes in Training of Orthopedic Surgeons | Average Surgery Center Debt/Leverage Ratios for ASCs With More Than 50% Orthopedics | Kansas Orthopedic Group Opens New Facility |
  
  
  

January 4, 2010:

• 5 Tips for Managing Your Orthopedic Practice With Dr. Darren Friedman | Senate Joins House in Delaying Physician Pay Cut Until End of February | 9 Ways to Improve Your Practice's Revenue Cycle |
  
  
  

December 21, 2009:

• Orthopedic and Spine Surgeons Share 9 Top Concerns | 11 Stats and Facts About Orthopedics and Practices | Top 5 Spinal Implant Cos. Remain Strong, But Face Increasing Competition |
  
  
  

December 7, 2009:

• AAOS President Open to Public Option, Opposes Senate Reform Bill | 23 Hospitals With Great Orthopedic and Spine Programs | OrthoIndy Orthopedic Surgeon Joins Staff of St. Vincent Clay Hospital |
  
  
  

December 2, 2009:

• 25 of the Best Knee Surgeons in the United States | Spine Surgeon Robert Bray Predicts a Major Shift of Volume into ASCs | Trends in Physician Compensation Arrangements |
  
  
  

November 23, 2009:

• Nevada Spine Surgeon's Plea Hearing Set in Fraud Case | Retiring Stryker Chairman Reflects on Company's Growth | Hospital for Special Surgery Opens Spine Care Institute |
  
  
  

November 16, 2009:

• AAOS Points to Flaws in Health Reform Legislation | Average ASC Facility Expenses For Centers With More Than 50% Orthopedics | 7 Surgeon Practices That Can Affect Your Organization's Bottom Line With Dr. Carlos Guanche of Southern California Orthopaedic Institute |
  
  
  

November 9, 2009:

• FDA Reviewers See Possible Bias in Zimmer Spine Product Assessments | Kaiser Permanente Study Finds Hip Fracture Rate Could Drop 25% | Nominations Sought: 25 Best Knee Surgeons |
  
  
  

November 4, 2009:

• Stryker Biotech Indicted for Fraudulent Marketing of Bone Growth Products | OrthoCarolina Consolidates Seven Offices, Opens New Campus | FDA Clears 14 More Orthopedic Devices in September |
  
  
  

• October 26, 2009:
  • Texas Orthopedic Surgeon Settles HHS Investigation Regarding Discriminatory Practices | Reimbursement Falling for Many Common Spine Surgery Procedures | Guide to Spinal Coding |
    
    
    

• October 19, 2009:
  • NASS Scrutinizes NEJM's Vertebroplasty Studies | Trends Toward Outpatient Spine Surgery and Healthcare Reform Efforts | Three Orthopedic Coding Challenges Best Practices |
    
    
    

• October 16, 2009:
  • 7 Statistics About the Orthopedics Market | Orthopedic Device Industry Faces Decline in Demand, Billions of Dollars in Possible New Taxes | Two Georgia Chiropractors Arraigned For Healthcare Fraud |
    
    
    

• October 9, 2009:
  • Issue Alert: October Issue of Becker's Orthopedic & Spine Review Online; Features Articles on Orthopedic Practice Administrators Salaries, 5 Best Practices to Prepare for the Future, 15 Great Hip Specialists and Much More |
    
    
    

• October 2, 2009:
  • Orthopedic Coding Expert Discusses 4 Common Coding Challenges | Medal Winning Olympian Joins Practice as Orthopedic Surgeon | A/R Analysis for Surgery Centers With More Than 50% Orthopedics |
    
    
    

• September 25, 2009:
  • 5 Critical Business and Legal Issues Facing Orthopedic and Spine Practices | Orthopedic Surgeon Discusses Pros and Cons of Joining a Multi-Specialty Group | OrthoIndy Breaks Ground on New Facility |
    
    
    

• September 18, 2009:
  • 6 Key Efficiency Principles to Improve Orthopedic and Spine Practices | CEO Bob Kahn of Orthopedic Specialists of Texarkana Discusses the Value of Networking | Joe Caputo of Orthopaedic Specialists of the Four States Discusses 3 New Facility Lessons Learned|
    
    
    

• September 11, 2009:
  • More Hospitals Willing to Buy Physician Groups | California Orthopedists Joins Multispecialty Group, Citing Uncertain Reimbursements | Statistics on Average Orthopedic Surgeon Appointment Wait Times|
    
    
    

• September 4, 2009:
  • Orthopedic Practice Administrators' Compensation Trends | Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Michael Pinzur of Loyola University Health System Discusses the Best Advice He Ever Received | 70 Spots Remain for ASC Conference: Improving Profits and Business and Legal Issues |
    
    
    

• August 26, 2009:
  • 15 Great Hip Specialists | 10 Great Orthopedic and Spine Practice Administrators | AAOS President Outlines Concerns About AMA Endorsement of House Health Reform Bill|
    
    
    

• August 6, 2009:
  • NASS Expresses Concern Over House Healthcare Bill | Orthopedic and Spine Medical Malpractice Costs and Trends | Azalea Orthopedics Uses Patient Surveys to Improve Patient Satisfaction |
    
    
    

• July 29, 2009:
  • Issue Alert: July Issue of Becker's Orthopedic & Spine Review is Online – 13 New Articles |