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2021-05-31
Orthopedic Fracture Surgery Linked to Lost Income for Up to 5 Years, Medscape
2021-02-13
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Politics in Orthopedics
2020-12-10
Recently instituted Major League Baseball rule changes linked with reduced fracture rate, Orthopedics Today
2020-08-20
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US Hip Fracture Incidence Declines With Reductions in Smoking, Drinking, Medscape
2020-08-03
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Dr. Richard Berger: Now is the time for elective surgery, 2nd COVID-19 surge expected in the fall, Becker's Spine Review
2020-07-20
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At McLeod Orthopaedics, the waiting room is a thing of the past, Becker's Spine Review
2020-07-13
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Training with lighter baseballs could improve pitching velocity without injury, Orthopedics Today
2020-07-10
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Higher cefazolin dose does not decrease surgical site infection after foot, ankle surgery, Healio
2020-06-17
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43M Americans could lose health insurance due to pandemic — 'financially impossible' for many to have orthopedic surgery, Becker's Spine Review
2020-06-15
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Dosing protocol could reduce ‘aberrant opioid behavior’ risk in pediatric surgery patients, Orthopedics Today
2020-06-06
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Best-case scenario: 7 months until orthopedic volumes return to near-normal, simulation says, Becker's Spine Reviw
2020-06-03
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A Rigged Game: Surgeon Reimbursement Under the Resource-Based Relative Value System, Current Procedural Terminology, and the Affordable Care Act, Arthroscopy Journal
2020-06-01
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The pandemic is altering the spine field: 11 surgeons on how their plans have changed, Becker's Spine Review
2020-05-26
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Resuming Elective Orthopaedic Surgery During the COVID-19 Pandemic, Article from The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery
2020-05-05
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Texas Back Institute makes plans to resume elective surgeries with 400-case backlog, Article from Becker's Spine Review
2020-05-01
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How ASCs can solve the value equation with total knee replacements, Article from Becker's ASC Review
2020-04-27
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Orthopedic industry, regulators deal with effects of COVID-19 pandemic, Article from Orthopedics Today
2020-04-24
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Cortisone Shots Less Effective Than PT for Arthritis-Related Knee Pain, Article from Medscape
2020-04-16
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Coronavirus Is Aerosolized Through Talking, Exhalation, New Report Says, article from Medscape
2020-04-08

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DIY Masks: Worth the Risk? Researchers Are Conflicted, Article from Medscape
2020-03-25
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Happy Match Day!
2020-03-20
Happy Women's Week
2020-03-06
Collaboration at NorthShore Orthopaedic & Spine Institute reduces postoperative narcotic use, Article from Orthopedics Today
2020-02-28
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Weight Training Plus Aerobics Is Best to Ward Off Obesity, Article from Medscape
2020-02-03


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Precise Restoration of Distal Radius Fracture Doesn't Improve Outcomes, Article from Medscape
2020-01-30

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A key-hole procedure to treat foot and ankle disorder decreases pain, improves patient outcomes
2020-01-29
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Doctors give electronic health records an ‘F’
2020-01-28

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5 INDICATORS OF SYNCHRONOUS PERIPROSTHETIC JOINT INFECTION
2020-01-24

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‘Bone in a dish’ opens new window on cancer initiation, metastasis and bone healing
2020-01-22
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The value of being a team physician, Article from Orthopedics Today. Image by Gerhard Gellinger from Pixabay
2019-12-05


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Inspired by the science that saved him, teen finds passion for robotics
2019-09-23
A broken back doesn't have to mean the end of an active lifestyle, especially if you find a good surgeon! Congrats to Dr. Hoon Choi and his team for this successful case. Article and photo from WBAY.com
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The most dangerous trend in spine surgery
2019-09-20
As we gear up for #NASS2019 next week in Chicago, see what 10 spine surgeons have to say about healthcare trends they find alarming. Article by Becker's Spine Review. Image by kalhh from Pixabay.
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EHR-Related Malpractice Suits Are on the Rise, but Low Overall
2019-09-19
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Standards needed for orthobiologic use in fractures
2019-09-18
This article by Orthopedics Today discusses some of the when, why and how of using orthobiologics for fracture repair, as well as the need for standards.
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How machine learning is unlocking the secrets of human movement – and reshaping pro sports
2019-09-16
Cloud-connected cameras collect biomechanical data from athletes to revolutionize the prediction of sport performance and future injuries. Learn more in this article by Microsoft.
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Why Is Physician Well-being Declining? It's the System, Stupid
2019-09-13
"If we are to positively impact physician mental health, resilience will not be the answer...Yoga, mindfulness, and meditation can help, but only so much." Check out the full article from Medscape.
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CAN CLINIC DATA BREACH VICTIMS SUE IF NO FINANCIAL LOSS?
2019-09-10
Click to read the full article by Orthopedics This Week.
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Hip Fractures: Current Review of Treatment and Management
2019-09-06
This Medscape article looks at the current issues and practices for hip fractures.
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FractureMan
2019-09-04

FractureMan is here! 

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ASSH 2019 is here!
2019-09-04
It's time for ASSH 2019! Come say hello to us in booth 703!
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Happy Match Day!
2019-09-02
Welcome Home Dr. Fractureman!
2019-08-31
IV ACETAMINOPHEN VS OPIOIDS: UPDATED DATA
2019-08-30
New data could help reduce the use of post-operative opioids. Learn more in this article by Orthopedics This Week.
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FractureMan debuts next week!
2019-08-29

NASS 2019: Video Preview for Spine Surgeons
2019-08-28
We are one month away from NASS 2019! Check out this preview video for some of the great opportunities they'll have available. We are excited to see you there in booth 2135!
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Medscape National Physician Burnout, Depression & Suicide Report 2019
2019-08-26
Medscape's 2019 National Physician Burnout, Depression & Suicide report was released in January, but with your busy schedule, you might have missed it. Does their data align with your experience? Click the image to link to the full report.
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Welcome Home Dr. Fractureman!
2019-08-21
Introducing FractureMan©, a new comic coming soon to OrthoAxis! We are excited to reveal Dr. Fractureman and look forward to sharing his adventures with you at: www.doortoaxis.com
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HOW TO MAXIMIZE SIMULATION TRAINING? NEW STUDY: TACTILE FEEDBACK
2019-08-19
A new study looks at training methods to prepare residents for the OR. Learn about their findings in this article by Orthopedics This Week.
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AOFAS 2019 is in 1 Month!
2019-08-14
We are one month away from #AOFAS2019! We are gearing up to be there in booth 938 in the Exhibit Hall. Hope to see you there!
Culturally competent care is the most effective care
2019-08-12
Why is it important to be culturally competent in your orthopedic practice? This article in Orthopedics Today by Anthony A. Romeo, MD offers some answers. Photo by: rawpixel.com
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What's Doctor Burnout Costing America?
2019-08-09
A recent study looks at multiple factors to put a cost on physician burnout. Learn more in this article by NPR.
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Medscape Residents Lifestyle & Happiness Report 2019
2019-08-08
Medscape released their 2019 Residents Lifestyle & Happiness Report. Check out the data by clicking the picture above.
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How Impending Knee Replacement Surgery Took One Arthroplasty Surgeon by Surprise
2019-08-07
Dr. Kevin J. Bozic, a joint surgeon from Austin, Texas, takes a turn as a patient for TKA. Learn more about his experience in this article by the AAOS.
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ORTHO CHARITY EXPANDS, ADDS THREE PROGRAMS
2019-08-05
Great news for underserved children around the world with limb disabilities. Learn more in this article by Orthopedics This Week.
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Medicare Proposes Changes to Clinician Pay for E/M Visits
2019-08-01
Proposed changes to Medicare pay to clinicians, and price transparency. Read about it in this article by Medscape.
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AOFAS 2019 Annual Meeting
2019-07-31
The American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society - AOFAS 2019 Annual Meeting is coming soon! September 12-15, Chicago. Click the banner to link to their YouTube video for more info. We hope to see you there!
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Opinion | The Business of Health Care Depends on Exploiting Doctors and Nurses
2019-07-29
Are your high medical ethics being exploited by your employer? This article by The New York Times discusses why they might be.
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Is Your Patient in Pain or Just Seeking a Pill? What to Do
2019-07-26
Are you treating pain, or facilitating addiction? It can be hard to tell. Medscape addresses the issue in this article.
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Orthopaedic Surgeons Storm Capitol Hill
2019-07-25
AAOS members visit Capitol Hill to discuss topics important to orthopedic surgeons. Article by AAOS.
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The Productivity-Oriented Case for Using Your Vacation Time This Summer
2019-07-24
Want to avoid burnout? This article by Inc. suggests you go on vacation. Might seem simplistic, but it could make all the difference in the world.
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NEW OPIOID STANDARDS AND KRATOM WARNING FROM FDA
2019-07-22
Adjustments to FDA opioid standards, and information that could help educate patients about kratom and DMSO usage. Article by Orthopedics This Week.
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FDA Clears Low-Level Laser Device for 'Whole Body' Pain
2019-07-19
"Results showed that those who received the laser therapy without any adjunctive treatment had a 49% reduction in pain post-treatment." Article by Medscape.
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How to immunize yourself against medical school burnout
2019-07-17
Dealing with burnout? It's a possibility you will at some point in your medical career. This article from the American Medical Association (AMA) offers ideas from expert panelists to manage burnout.
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3D Printed Simulator Trains Surgeons to Place Bone Screws
2019-07-15
Learn how 3D printing could be a game changer for residents learning fracture fixation techniques in this article by Orthopedic Design & Technology.
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Biological Knee Replacement: the facts vs the fiction
2019-07-11
Interested in learning about the future of knee surgery? Dr Ian McDermott discusses the options for us in this article by Orthopaedic Product News.
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Top 10 challenges facing physicians in 2018
2019-07-10
An older article, but still relevant to the challenges physicians face today. Article by Medical Economics. Photo by rawpixel.com from Pexels
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FINALLY, ANNULAR CLOSURE IS BEING USED IN THE U.S., AGAIN
2019-07-08
New option now available in the US for certain discectomy patients with the Barricaid implant made by Intrinsic Theraputics Inc. Article by Orthopedics This Week.
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How orthopaedic prosthetics are progressing towards a connected future
2019-07-01
"Connected technologies are enabling manufacturers and researchers to develop orthopaedic prosthetics that can approximate the dexterity of human body parts." Read more in this Orthopaedic Product News article. 
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TRUMP’S PRICE TRANSPARENCY ORDER: EFFECTS ON ORTHOPEDICS
2019-06-28
New regulation order aims to make medical procedures more shoppable and address surprise billing. What does that mean for you? Article by Orthopedics This Week.
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Physician Burnout Costs the U.S. Billions of Dollars Each Year
2019-06-27
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Mississippi center first in nation to perform outpatient knee replacement surgery using ROSA
2019-06-26
Outpatient TKR? Check out this story by WLBT On Your Side.
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5 High-Tech Ways Johnson & Johnson Is Revolutionizing How Doctors Are Trained Around the World
2019-06-21
Wish you had more time to improve your surgical skills? This article highlights some innovative ways the Johnson & Johnson Institute is using technology to help train medical professionals around the world. 
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Register Now for the NASS Annual Meeting!
2019-06-20
It will be here before we know it! Early bird registration discounts available through July 11th. Hope to see you there! 
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Foot Scientific Elevate Drop Foot Brace Patient Testimonial
2019-06-18
We are thrilled to welcome Foot Scientific as our newest company partner! Check out their Elevate Drop Foot Brace that can be used with almost any shoe.
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Devices Roar Into The Next Decade
2019-06-11

"Medical device investments skyrocketed in 2018, and these trends are continuing into 2019. The activity now will influence healthcare for the next decade."

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ORTHALIGN RECEIVES FROST & SULLIVAN’S TECHNOLOGY LEADERSHIP AWARD
2019-05-30
"OrthAlign’s technology provides surgeons with real-time access to information about the alignment and balance of implants, in the palm of their hands." 
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2019-05-20
What’s New in Foot and Ankle Surgery
 A summary of recent studies dealing with foot and ankle surgery.
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Hyalex Orthopaedics Raises $33 Million | Orthopedics This Week
2019-04-29
Hyalex Orthopedics raises funding for continued R&D of their synthetic cartilage. Learn more in this article by Orthopedics This Week.
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Medscape Article: Osteoarthritis
2019-04-26
Check out this extensive guide on osteoarthritis. 
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See you in Chicago!
2019-04-19
Member registration is now open for the North American Spine Society (NASS) Annual Meeting in Chicago! We'll be there, will you? #NASS2019#spinecare 
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ASSH Announces:
2019-04-19

Excellent education and excellent food, how can you go wrong?

Two exciting things are happening in Chicago this July, the ASSH Comprehensive Review in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Course and the Taste of Chicago!  

The Comprehensive Review Course delivers advanced review and updates on the latest research.  Perfect for recertification, the course covers:

  • Anatomy
  • Biomechanics
  • Pathology
  • Diagnostic methods
  • Treatment methods and more  

Registration includes:
  • Three-day program in Chicago
  • Downloadable syllabus
  • Downloadable full-screen PDF of the presentation slides (sent after the course)
The Taste of Chicago is the nation's premier outdoor food festival showcasing the diversity of Chicago's dining community. The delicious array of food is complemented by music and exciting activities for the entire family.

Join us in the exciting city of Chicago, July 12-14, for a top notch review and Chicago's quintessential summer event.  Between the jam-packed program and the eats, sights and sounds around town, not a minute of your time will be wasted. 

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