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Aspen Medical Products Launches First Off-the-Shelf Cervical to Sacrum Spine System

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Aspen Medical Products (Aspen), the industry leader in spine solutions for pain and mobility management, has launched the VRTX System – the first fully integrated spinal support system on the market for post-operative and trauma care.

Key Points: 
  • IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Aspen Medical Products (Aspen), the industry leader in spine solutions for pain and mobility management, has launched the VRTX System – the first fully integrated spinal support system on the market for post-operative and trauma care.
  • Patients with traumatic, multi-level spinal injuries typically require a custom Cervical Thoracic Lumbar Sacral Orthosis (CTLSO) that stabilizes the spine before or after surgery.
  • The VRTX System is the first-ever cervical to sacrum system designed to redefine spinal care in acute care settings.
  • "Aspen is once again leading innovation and clinical solutions with the VRTX System," said Jim Cloar, Aspen's Chief Executive Officer.

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, ALSAC announce new board leaders

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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Memphis, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital ® and ALSAC , its fundraising and awareness organization, announced new leaders of the St. Jude Board of Governors and ALSAC Board of Directors today.

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  • Memphis, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital ® and ALSAC , its fundraising and awareness organization, announced new leaders of the St. Jude Board of Governors and ALSAC Board of Directors today.
  • Having chaired the ALSAC Board of Directors from 2019 to 2021, she is now the first woman to have chaired both Boards.
  • “Sharon’s wise counsel and vast business experience will also be a great asset as vice chair of the ALSAC Board.
  • To learn more, visit stjude.org , read St. Jude Progress blog , and follow St. Jude on social media at @stjuderesearch .

Nathan Cafferky, M.D., Total Joint Replacement Surgeon, to Join The Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute in October

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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He comes to The Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute (SPRI) after practicing for eight years at Vail-Summit Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery (VSON).

Key Points: 
  • He comes to The Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute (SPRI) after practicing for eight years at Vail-Summit Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery (VSON).
  • “I'm excited to join the exceptional staff at The Steadman Clinic,” said Dr. Cafferky.
  • “He has developed a strong reputation both here in Vail and throughout our field as an accomplished total joint replacement specialist.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Cafferky, a long-time community member, to The Steadman Clinic and SPRI team,” said Dan Drawbaugh, CEO of The Steadman Clinic and SPRI.

World-Renowned Orthopaedics Pioneer Joseph D. Zuckerman, MD, Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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"In our 13th year of the Orthopaedic Summit, I couldn't be prouder to present the Lifetime Achievement Award to Joseph D. Zuckerman," said Kevin Plancher, MD, MPH, FAOA, FAAOS, Founder of the Orthopaedic Summit, Clinical Professor of Orthopaedics at Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

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  • "In our 13th year of the Orthopaedic Summit, I couldn't be prouder to present the Lifetime Achievement Award to Joseph D. Zuckerman," said Kevin Plancher, MD, MPH, FAOA, FAAOS, Founder of the Orthopaedic Summit, Clinical Professor of Orthopaedics at Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
  • "I am honored OSET chose to award me the Lifetime Achievement award," Zuckerman said.
  • I would like to thank my colleagues for their passion and sharing the same vision to advance the field of orthopaedics.
  • "Dr. Zuckerman's extensive knowledge, leadership and professionalism exemplifies why he is a recipient of the Lifetime Achievement award," said Exactech Vice President of Extremities Marketing Emery Patton.

AAOS Comments on Proposed Medicare Payment Policy Changes for 2024

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) issued formal comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on the agency's proposed payment policy changes in the Medicare program for Calendar Year (CY) 2024.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) issued formal comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on the agency's proposed payment policy changes in the Medicare program for Calendar Year (CY) 2024.
  • The AAOS' concerns center around ongoing cuts to physician reimbursement, as the CY 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) proposed rule includes a $32.75 conversion factor, which is a $1.14 (almost 3.26%) decrease from the $33.89 conversion factor for 2023.
  • "AAOS is committed to helping create an equitable healthcare system for patients and physicians," said AAOS President Kevin J. Bozic, MD, MBA, FAAOS.
  • "Therefore, we urge CMS to support a statutory fix that provides an annual inflationary update for physicians, akin to all other providers covered by the Medicare payment system.

Dr. Ben Mayo, Adult and Pediatric Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon, Joins Mendelson Kornblum Orthopedics Spine and Pain Specialists Team

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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TROY, Mich., Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mendelson Kornblum Orthopedics Spine and Pain Specialists welcome their newest physician Dr. Ben Mayo MD, an accomplished orthopedic surgeon.

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  • TROY, Mich., Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mendelson Kornblum Orthopedics Spine and Pain Specialists welcome their newest physician Dr. Ben Mayo MD, an accomplished orthopedic surgeon.
  • "I'm excited to join Mendelson Kornblum because there's a strong sense of unity here and a shared dedication to the community.
  • Mendelson Kornblum Orthopedics Spine and Pain Specialists is the premier synergistic healthcare partner of patients, physicians, and the communities we serve in Southeast Michigan.
  • We are proud to be affiliated with the best hospitals in Michigan and named as leaders in the field of orthopedics, spine care, and pain management.

Orthobiologics Show Great Promise for Less Invasive Treatment of Certain Musculoskeletal Conditions

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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ROSEMONT, Ill., Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As orthopaedic medicine continues to advance through innovation, research and evidence-based medicine, the complexities and unknowns about newer treatments such as orthobiologics, may leave patients wondering if it is a viable treatment option for them. Orthobiologics, sometimes referred to as regenerative medicine, have shown great promise to treat conditions such as osteoarthritis; however, patients are seeking resources to understand if the treatment is right for them. To educate patients, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) developed an FAQ published on OrthoInfo.org, that outlines what orthobiologics are and the potential risks and benefits.

Key Points: 
  • Orthobiologics, sometimes referred to as regenerative medicine, have shown great promise to treat conditions such as osteoarthritis; however, patients are seeking resources to understand if the treatment is right for them.
  • To educate patients, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) developed an FAQ published on OrthoInfo.org , that outlines what orthobiologics are and the potential risks and benefits.
  • The regenerative therapies touted in radio ads or featured on highway billboards may not be grounded in science."
  • Dr. Dragoo recommends patients work with a reputable physician, ideally one who does clinical research in this area and tracks their patient-outcome results.

NYU LANGONE HEALTH DOUBLES TOP-RANKED ORTHOPEDIC PROGRAM IN SUFFOLK COUNTY

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
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NEW YORK, Aug. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Expanding its award-winning health network on Long Island, NYU Langone Health has doubled its orthopedic program in Suffolk County, adding 23 providers and four practices, including its first location in Stony Brook.

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  • A former college athlete who grew up in Commack, Dr. Ritter is also the team physician for several high school athletic teams in Suffolk County.
  • Richard Savino, MD , who has joined NYU Langone as chief of orthopedic surgery for Suffolk County to advance the clinical program locally, now sees patients in Patchogue and Hauppauge.
  • He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand and the Suffolk County Medical Society.
  • A single electronic health record, the NYU Langone Health app , and NYU Langone Health MyChart connect the entire health system, so patients can find all of their health information and schedule appointments whether they are at home or on the go.

College Move-In Day 101: Prepare for Success, Not Injuries

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Friday, August 4, 2023
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ROSEMONT, Ill., Aug. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- College move-in day may take months to plan and gather all the essentials a student needs for a dorm room or apartment, but it only takes a few seconds for one wrong move to result in an injury, like a broken bone. Given the excitement of heading to college, and let's face it, the emotions of dropping your loved one off for the year, the bone and joint experts at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) want you to ace the big move.

Key Points: 
  • "Moving into college dorms is exciting and exhausting all at once.
  • "With approximately 19 million students attending college,i there are bound to be some injuries when moving in that first day.
  • Common moving injuries typically occur in the neck, back and shoulders, so take time to prepare and proceed with caution while lifting and walking with heavy items."
  • Before that day arrives, ask a few able-bodied friends to help you move larger items.

AAOS Releases New Guidance to Elevate and Simplify Patient-Reported Outcome Measures in Practice

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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ROSEMONT, Ill., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) are utilized to improve and assess the quality of care provided by orthopaedic surgeons to their patients. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) recognizes the significance of patient-reported outcomes (PROs) in treatment plans and value analyses. To facilitate the effective implementation of PROMs in orthopaedics, the AAOS has developed a portfolio of tools and resources as part of its "PROMs in Practice" initiative. This initiative aims to raise awareness and understanding of PROMs usage at the point of care, offer solutions to enhance access to technological solutions, and advocate for improved legislative and payer support on behalf of AAOS members and their patients. Orthopaedic care teams across the U.S. are urged to take note, as PROMs are increasingly being used as a crucial quality measure by both public and private payers to determine reimbursement and publicly report outcomes.

Key Points: 
  • The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) recognizes the significance of patient-reported outcomes (PROs) in treatment plans and value analyses.
  • To facilitate the effective implementation of PROMs in orthopaedics , the AAOS has developed a portfolio of tools and resources as part of its "PROMs in Practice" initiative.
  • These types of measures will soon be required for use in orthopaedic performance measurement," said Kurt P. Spindler, MD, FAAOS, AAOS PROMs workgroup chair.
  • "Patient-reported outcome measures are becoming the standard of outcome evaluation and reimbursement throughout healthcare," added Dr. Bozic.