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OrthoVentions Invests in Motio[OV] to Develop 3D Printed Implant and Instruments to Treat Joint Arthritis of the Big Toe

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Friday, March 8, 2024

MotioOV is developing a novel 3D printed implant and custom instruments to address stiffness and pain associated with arthritis of the first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint.

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  • MotioOV is developing a novel 3D printed implant and custom instruments to address stiffness and pain associated with arthritis of the first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint.
  • The solution under development will consist of various implant sizes and single-use instruments customized to complete total joint arthroplasty.
  • Complaints of arthritic toe pain account for 20-30 percent of all patient visits to foot and ankle surgeon's practice.
  • Arthritis of the MTP joint is a growing clinical burden driven by the aging population with no viable motion preserving option."

FENDER CELEBRATES 70 YEARS OF THE STRATOCASTER®--THE MOST PLAYED, SOUGHT AFTER, AND BELOVED MODEL IN MUSIC HISTORY

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is celebrating the 70th Anniversary of the Stratocaster® guitar, an unrivaled and iconic masterpiece from the visionary portfolio of founder, Leo Fender. What distinguishes the Stratocaster® is not just its remarkable pedigree, but its capacity to transcend genre, skill levels, and any qualifying parameter. Beloved by enthusiasts with even a passing interest in music, the Stratocaster® holds a special place in the hearts of collectors, seasoned professionals, and dedicated fans who revere this famed model. To commemorate this remarkable milestone, Fender's year-long celebration goes beyond mere nostalgia. It encompasses the release of seven new models, each meticulously designed to pay homage to the Stratocaster® guitars' enduring legacy. These models, featuring two existing classics adorned in the Stratocaster® guitars famous 2-Color Sunburst finish and five limited edition anniversary models, symbolize Fender's commitment to innovation, acknowledging the evolving musical landscape and mission to inspire the next generation of players, ensuring the Stratocaster® guitars influence continues to resonate for years to come.

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  • When he picked up his Stratocaster®, strap yourself in, because he's going to take you on a wild, free ride.
  • "After 70 years, the Stratocaster® guitar is the electric guitar most often played by today's artists, on stage, in studio and at home.
  • To honor the celebration, Fender is unveiling a new line of 70th Anniversary Stratocaster® models, only available for purchase in 2024.
  • In addition, the Fender Custom Shop is unveiling a limited-edition collection that celebrates the rich heritage and legacy of this remarkable instrument.

HSS Orthopedics with Stamford Health Establishes Premier Spine Center in Connecticut

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Monday, February 26, 2024

STAMFORD, Conn., Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Back pain is a complex, widespread issue across the United States, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimating that 65 million Americans are affected. Common reasons include arthritis, disc and nerve injury, muscle strain, and other underlying health conditions such as osteoporosis and scoliosis. Responding to the urgent need for increased access to high quality spine care in Connecticut, a specialist center was created last year as an extension of the collaboration between Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and Stamford Health.

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  • Responding to the urgent need for increased access to high quality spine care in Connecticut, a specialist center was created last year as an extension of the collaboration between Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and Stamford Health.
  • The HSS Spine Center with Stamford Health led by co-medical directors Steven J. McAnany, MD , spine surgeon at HSS, and Andrea F. Douglas, MD, FAANS, FACS , chief of Neurosurgery at Stamford Health, builds on a successful collaboration started in 2016.
  • "The HSS Spine Center with Stamford Health harnesses the expertise of our respective institutions to bring world-class patient care to the communities we serve," said Kathleen Silard, president and CEO at Stamford Health.
  • "Over the past year, hundreds of patients with back and neck conditions have benefitted from the exceptional capabilities and proven expertise we offer through the HSS Spine Center with Stamford Health."

HSS Florida Appoints Heather Woolf, RN as Vice President, HSS Palm Beach County

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- HSS Florida, part of world leader in orthopedics Hospital for Special Surgery, has appointed experienced executive and Registered Nurse Heather Woolf as Vice President and senior administrator for its teams and facilities in Palm Beach County.

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  • WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- HSS Florida, part of world leader in orthopedics Hospital for Special Surgery, has appointed experienced executive and Registered Nurse Heather Woolf as Vice President and senior administrator for its teams and facilities in Palm Beach County.
  • Founded in 1863 and headquartered in New York City, HSS is the world's leading academic medical system specialized in musculoskeletal health.
  • Before the opening of HSS West Palm Beach in 2020, thousands of Florida residents traveled each year for care at the HSS main campus in New York City.
  • "In Palm Beach County HSS is perfectly positioned at the intersection of the world's best quality of life, and the world's leading cause of disability: musculoskeletal conditions."

New HSS Studies Highlight the Benefits of Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement Surgery

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Investigators at HSS set out to determine if the use of computer navigation or robotic-arm assistance during surgery reduced the need for MUA.

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  • Investigators at HSS set out to determine if the use of computer navigation or robotic-arm assistance during surgery reduced the need for MUA.
  • "These results highlight the potential benefits of incorporating technological advancements into knee replacement surgery, offering improved outcomes and reducing the need for additional interventions such as MUA," Dr. Jerabek said.
  • The second study compared short-term outcomes of the anterior versus the posterior approach in robotic-assisted total hip replacement (THR) surgery.
  • "As the use of robotic assistance in joint replacement surgery becomes more common, future studies should evaluate outcomes over longer periods of time," concluded Dr. Mayman.

Healthgrades Recognizes 2024 Top Hospitals for Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

DENVER, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans turn to when searching for a doctor or hospital, has released the 2024 Outpatient Awards and Ratings. Each year, more Americans are opting for outpatient elective procedures, with over 1 million Medicare patients undergoing outpatient orthopedic surgeries from 2020-2022. To address this shift and help patients find the best care for their unique health needs, Healthgrades has developed the industry's first outpatient quality ratings. This patent-pending methodology is based solely on what matters most to patients: clinical outcomes.

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  • DENVER, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans turn to when searching for a doctor or hospital, has released the 2024 Outpatient Awards and Ratings.
  • Expanded for 2024, the Healthgrades' analysis evaluated patient complication rates for outpatient orthopedic surgeries in four key areas: total knee replacement, total hip replacement, rotator cuff surgery, and back & neck surgeries.
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    Patients treated at hospitals that received a 2024 Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery Specialty Excellence Award™ have, on average, approximately 40% lower risk of experiencing a complication than if they were treated at non-recipient hospitals.
  • *To learn more about how Healthgrades assesses outpatient care, see the 2024 Outpatient Specialty Excellence Awards & Ratings Methodology .

HSS Research Evaluates Whether AI Chatbots Provide Reliable Medical Information

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Monday, February 12, 2024

"In the past 20 years, the Internet has been probably the number-one place that people go for medical information," says Sheeraz Qureshi, MD, MBA , co-chief of HSS Spine and co-author of the study.

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  • "In the past 20 years, the Internet has been probably the number-one place that people go for medical information," says Sheeraz Qureshi, MD, MBA , co-chief of HSS Spine and co-author of the study.
  • The same way that people use search engines to look for medical information now, we expect they will use chatbots in the future, including in their decision-making process."
  • "If a search takes you to the webpage for HSS or another well-established medical center, you can feel confident that the information has been vetted by experts."
  • Ultimately, their hope is to identify opportunities to ensure that when AI is responding to medical queries it is prioritizing the most reliable and credentialed information.

PT Solutions Announces Appointment of Louis A. Shapiro as Chairman of the Board

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

PT Solutions Physical Therapy (PTS), a physical therapy practice with more than 500 points of service across 25 states, today announced that Louis A. Shapiro has been appointed as Chairman of the Board of Directors, effective immediately.

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  • PT Solutions Physical Therapy (PTS), a physical therapy practice with more than 500 points of service across 25 states, today announced that Louis A. Shapiro has been appointed as Chairman of the Board of Directors, effective immediately.
  • His expertise in strategic innovation, value-based care, and technology integration will provide PT Solutions with crucial experience and guidance to tackle the challenges of healthcare’s next era.
  • “We are pleased to welcome Lou, a recognized industry leader, to the PT Solutions Board,” said Dale Yake, Founder and CEO of PT Solutions.
  • “I am excited to serve in support of PT Solutions and their health system partners as they work to provide effective and progressive patient care.”

Zimmer Biomet Announces Appointment of Louis A. Shapiro to Board of Directors

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Friday, January 5, 2024

WARSAW, Ind., Jan. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZBH), a global medical technology leader, today announced that Louis A. Shapiro, formerly the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), has been appointed to the Board, effective immediately.

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  • WARSAW, Ind., Jan. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZBH), a global medical technology leader, today announced that Louis A. Shapiro, formerly the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), has been appointed to the Board, effective immediately.
  • "We look forward to Lou's contributions as we continue to advance our mission together."
  • Mr. Shapiro joined HSS as its President and Chief Executive Officer in October 2006, retiring in October 2023.
  • Mr. Shapiro has a bachelor of science degree in psychology from the University of Pittsburgh and a master's degree in health administration from the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health.

HSS Study Reveals Concerning Link Between Growth Hormone Therapy and Growth Plate Fractures in Children

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Human growth hormone has long been used to treat certain medical conditions in children. New research from surgeon-scientists at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) shows that there may be a previously unknown complication.

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  • In children, human growth hormone therapy has been used for decades to treat growth hormone deficiency due to underlying medical conditions such as Turner syndrome, very small weight at birth, Prader-Willi syndrome and chronic renal insufficiency.
  • Given the volume of patients we treat, we were able to investigate the relationship between tibia growth plate fractures and growth hormone therapy in pediatric patients."
  • Therefore, the odds of taking growth hormone therapy were 15 times higher among patients with proximal tibia physeal avulsion fractures than the comparison group.
  • "Further research is required to tease out whether limiting specific high-impact sports will mitigate the risk of tibia growth plate fractures in active children and adolescents."