Orlando, Fla.-based AdventHealth in partnership with Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, headquartered in Philadelphia, became the first facility to complete 100 surgeries with the bridge-enhanced ACL restoration implant.

ChatGPT has received a lot of buzz in 2023, but what role does it have in orthopedics? 

Ten years from now, the orthopedic surgery landscape could look very different. 

Artificial intelligence may impact orthopedics in many ways. It may be used to read X-rays, plan surgery, make diagnosis and "read" charts and literature using natural language processing.

Three surgeons recently spoke with Becker's about what they would like to see done differently in the spine and orthopedic industries.

The needs and preferences of millennials may be the catalyst for change in healthcare delivery. 

Spine and orthopedic experts shared their insights on a variety of clinical, business and policy issues in their work during the third quarter of 2023.

Andrew Hecht, MD, is a professor of orthopedic surgery and of neurosurgery and the chief of spine surgery of the Mount Sinai Health System. He is also the spine surgical consultant for the NFL's New York Jets and NHL's New York Islanders.

Surgeons have to deal with many challenges throughout their careers with patient care, insurance and more.

The decision to become a surgeon looks different for each and every physician. 

Alok Sharan, MD, recently incorporated an IV vitamin infusion regimen at his practice, Spine and Performance Institute in Edison, N.J. 

Robert Masson, MD, of Masson Spine Institute in Orlando, Fla., had to weigh a tough decision amid financial headwinds and declining CMS pay.

Spine and orthopedic experts in August spoke with Becker's about topics from medtech mergers to hospital partnerships.

Some orthopedic practices have partnered with hospitals to support operations. However, the arrangement is not the best fit for all groups.

The spine and orthopedic medtech space has been abuzz with major company mergers in recent years. The news is major for stockholders, and physicians who use the technologies are keeping an eye on the deals.

The trend of surgical services migrating from high-acuity settings to ASCs is poised to continue.

Michael Ciccotti, MD, of Philadelphia-based Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, wears many hats. He oversees sports medicine at Rothman, and he's the head team physician and medical director of the Philadelphia Phillies. 

Robert Grumet, MD, team physician for the Los Angeles Chargers and program director of the Irvine, Calif.-based Hoag Orthopedic Institute sports medicine fellowship, connected with Becker's to discuss the culture of orthopedics. 

Spine and orthopedic experts in July spoke with Becker's about topics from CMS policy to outdated industry trends.

Philip Louie, MD, and Venu Nemani, MD, PhD, spine surgeons at Seattle-based Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, began leveraging social media a year ago to bridge the gaps in spine care education, specifically among professional athletes.