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Kentucky orthopedic practice turns 60, moving to bigger space
Owensboro, Ky.-based Advanced Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine is celebrating its 60th year and moving to a larger facility, Messenger-Inquirer reported April 14. -
Oakland A's pitcher chooses ASC for Tommy John surgery
Oakland A's pitcher Deolis Guerra underwent collateral ligament reconstructive surgery in his throwing arm's elbow, the team said April 14. -
Outpatient total shoulders see fewer 90-day readmissions, report finds
With an increase in the amount of total shoulder arthroplasties performed outpatient, 90-day readmissions fell during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study led by orthopedic surgeon Abhijit Seetharam, MD. -
5 total joint milestones
Five ASCs have performed their first total joint procedure, introduced a new total joint-focused device or reached a total joint milestone in the last month: -
10 total joint ASC physicians to know
Below are 10 physicians performing total joint replacements at ASCs: -
10 spine ASCs to know
There are more than 3,500 orthopedic ASCs in the U.S., according to 2021 CMS figures, but many of them do not offer spine surgery. -
100 Ensemble thumb joint replacements performed in 1st year on market
Orthopedic surgeon Desirae McKee, MD, of Lubbock, Texas-based NorthStar Surgical Center, performed the 100th thumb joint replacement with an implant made by medical device company Ensemble Orthopedics. -
Orthopedic cases in the South are the nation's most lucrative surgeries
Nationwide, orthopedic surgeries bring in more revenue than any other specialty, according to VMG Health's "Multi-Specialty ASC Benchmarking Study" for 2022. The South holds the highest median figure, with ASCs in that region bringing in $4,009 per case. -
Top 10 cities for early mid-career orthopedic surgeons
Among the 20 biggest U.S. cities, there are five where early mid-career orthopedic surgeons earn a higher salary than the national average. -
Top 25 states for orthopedic surgeon pay
The national average pay for nonpediatric orthopedic surgeons is $147.22 per hour or $306,220 per year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' occupational employment statistics survey released March 31. -
Top 10 big cities for mid-career orthopedic surgeons
Among the 20 biggest U.S. cities, there are only three where mid-career orthopedic surgeons earn a higher salary than the national average. -
5 orthopedic updates for ASC leaders
From reimbursement rates a devicemaker lawsuit, here are five orthopedic updates for ASC leaders to know: -
Dr. Ahmed Siddiqi performs 100th Mako surgery at New Jersey ASC
Ahmed Siddiqi, DO, an orthopedic surgeon at Manalapan, N.J.-based Northern Monmouth Regional Surgery Center, has performed 100 surgeries with Stryker's Mako robot, according to a March 23 LinkedIn post. -
10 total joint ASC physicians to know
Below are 10 physicians performing total joint replacements at ASCs: -
The technologies driving ASC growth, according to two leaders
Technological innovation and healthcare have a close relationship, with new developments allowing for less invasive procedures and quicker patient recovery. -
Replace or rebuild? Orthopedic practice founder on options for joint patients
Athletes and sports enthusiasts alike dread knee injuries. But where before there were few options, today there is an array of ways to treat knees and other joint injuries. -
'We have patients doing triathlons': How life after joint surgery has changed
Athletes and sports enthusiasts alike dread knee injuries. Even with medical intervention, people typically reinjure the joint. -
Devicemaker sued over hip replacement implants
Three hip replacement recipients are suing surgical devicemaker Exactech, Law Firm Newswire reported March 11. -
3 recent total joint 'firsts'
Three ASCs have performed their first total joint procedure or introduced a new total joint-focused device in the last month: -
Florida surgery center sees influx of joint replacements
Naples, Fla.-based Seaside Surgery Center has been experiencing a surge of joint replacements.
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