From the new medical director of a combined six-practice group to a number of high-profile athletes who have had surgeries, here are the latest orthopedic specialists making the news:
Bryan Williamson, MD, was appointed medical director of OrthoLoneStar, which was established through the merger of six Texas orthopedic groups.
Neal ElAttrache, MD, operated on the right shoulder of Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Cody Bellinger.
American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons President Joseph Bosco, MD, penned a letter thanking members of Congress for sponsoring a bill that would mitigate Medicare cuts set to go into effect in 2021.
Timothy Kremchek, MD, performed Tommy John surgery on the right elbow of San Diego Padres pitcher Mike Clevinger.
James Andrews, MD, repaired the torn anterior cruciate ligament in the left knee of Cleveland Browns receiver Odell Beckham Jr.
Scott Dube, MD, plans to move into a new multimillion dollar facility in Hermitage, Tenn., which will be his practice's fifth location.