1. Neurosurgeon pay hits $645K & 3 more notes Full story

2. New Hampshire orthopedic practice closing after hospital drops 17-year service agreement Full story

3. Virginia hospital completes 30 spine surgeries with newly acquired robot Full story

4. OR optimization for patients and providers — Hear from 3 Barnes-Jewish Hospital leaders during this live virtual event. 

5. 2020 sales: How 4 spine device companies compare Full story

6. The Steadman Clinic, partners to provide orthopedic care at new $70M hospital Full story

7. 10 key reads for spine leaders: 11 device companies to watch in 2021, North Carolina system terminates surgeon's contract & more Full story

8. UAMS 1st in Arkansas to earn Blue Cross certification for spine surgery and hip and knee replacement Full story

9. 3 orthopedic device companies make Forbes' 'best large employer' list Full story

10. Highest, lowest cost of medical visits in 11 US cities: WalletHub Full story

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