Consolidation continues in orthopedics, with two more mergers involving orthopedic practices announced in April:
1. Phoenix-based The CORE Institute is merging with Advanced Foot and Ankle Specialists in Howell and Dexter, Mich., expanding its presence in the state. AFAS surgeons will become employees of The CORE Institute, which will integrate its platform for musculoskeletal care and practice management tools across the combined group.
2. Seven orthopedic practices in New Jersey are merging to form Ortho Alliance NJ. The partnership joins more than 100 physicians from the practices, which have more than 25 New Jersey locations. Physicians will maintain their existing office locations and contact information.