Orthopaedic sports medicine

Annunziato (Ned) Amendola, MD, FAAOS, FRCSC, DABOS, Named First Vice President of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- North Carolina orthopaedic surgeon Annunziato (Ned) Amendola, MD, FAAOS, FRCSC, DABOS, division chief for sports medicine at Duke University, was named first vice president of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons' (AAOS) Board of Directors.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- North Carolina orthopaedic surgeon Annunziato (Ned) Amendola, MD, FAAOS, FRCSC, DABOS, division chief for sports medicine at Duke University, was named first vice president of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons' (AAOS) Board of Directors.
  • He will assume the first vice president position following the AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting this week in San Francisco.
  • He received several orthopaedic research awards, including the Excellence in Research Award, the Cabaud Memorial Award and the O'Donoghue Award.
  • While there, he held the Kim and John Callaghan Endowed Chair in Sports Medicine before leaving for Duke University.

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

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.

Rothman Orthopaedics Named Official Orthopedic Physicians for the XFL Orlando Guardians

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Rothman Orthopaedics, a global leader in musculoskeletal care and the largest private practice in the U.S., has been named "The Official Orthopedic Team Physicians of the Orlando Guardians" in addition to having a marketing partnership with the team in the Guardians inaugural season. Dr. Daryl Osbahr, Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery and Managing Partner for Rothman Orthopaedics Florida, and Dr. Michelle Mullins, Sports Medicine Physician, will serve as Head Orthopaedic Surgeon and Head Primary Care Team Physician, respectively.

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  • Rothman Orthopaedics will provide sports medicine and athletic training coverage, as well as concussion-spotting responsibilities for Orlando's XFL team.
  • ORLANDO, Fla., March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Rothman Orthopaedics, a global leader in musculoskeletal care and the largest private practice in the U.S., has been named "The Official Orthopedic Team Physicians of the Orlando Guardians" in addition to having a marketing partnership with the team in the Guardians inaugural season.
  • "The Orlando Guardians are thrilled to partner with Rothman Orthopaedics," said Erica Muhleman, XFL Chief Revenue Officer.
  • "The health and well-being of our team is our highest priority, and having a first-class partner as the team's Official Orthopedic Physicians shows that commitment to our players."

Annunziato (Ned) Amendola, MD, FAAOS, FRCSC, DABOS, Named Second Vice President of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

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Thursday, March 9, 2023

LAS VEGAS, March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- North Carolina orthopaedic surgeon Annunziato (Ned) Amendola, MD, FAAOS, FRCSC, DABOS, division chief for sports medicine at Duke University, was named second vice president of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons' (AAOS) Board of Directors.

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  • LAS VEGAS, March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- North Carolina orthopaedic surgeon Annunziato (Ned) Amendola, MD, FAAOS, FRCSC, DABOS, division chief for sports medicine at Duke University, was named second vice president of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons' (AAOS) Board of Directors.
  • Following the AAOS 2023 Annual Meeting in Las Vegas this week, he will assume the second vice president position.
  • He is the past president of the American Orthopaedic Society of Sports Medicine and the Herodicus Orthopaedic Society.
  • He was also deputy editor of the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Article Reviews the Evolution of Arthroscopy from its Invention in 1912 to the Dawn of the Wireless ArthroFree™ Era

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220516005795/en/
    Lazurites ArthroFree wireless camera represents the first major paradigm shift in arthroscopic surgery in nearly 50 years, according to a new paper.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Arthroscopic surgery was invented in 1912, when Dr. Severin Nordentofts used a cystoscope powered by an incandescent light to visualize a knee joint.
  • Today, the ArthroFree Systemwith its wireless arthroscopic surgical camerais expected to initiate the next paradigm shift in arthroscopy, according to the article.
  • Lazurites ArthroFree System is the first wireless surgical camera system to receive FDA market clearance for arthroscopy and general endoscopy.

Former FDA Medical Officer, Office of Orthopedic Devices, CDRH, Joins NDA Partners as Expert Consultant

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Tuesday, February 8, 2022

ROCHELLE, Va., Feb. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --NDA Partners Vice President of Operations, Eric Fish, announced today that Stephen Weber, MD , former Medical Officer in the Office of Orthopedic Devices at CDRH, has joined the company as an Expert Consultant.

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  • ROCHELLE, Va., Feb. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --NDA Partners Vice President of Operations, Eric Fish, announced today that Stephen Weber, MD , former Medical Officer in the Office of Orthopedic Devices at CDRH, has joined the company as an Expert Consultant.
  • During his FDA career, Dr. Weber conducted reviews of orthopedic devices including upper extremity devices, spine, hip, knee, and ankle devices, combination products, and surgical device products.
  • He is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopedics at Johns Hopkins University and consultant to medical device companies.
  • According to Deb Koeneman , Manager of NDA Partners' medical device development practice, "Dr. Weber's clinical and regulatory expertise will be beneficial to our clients developing therapies and products for orthopedic patients.

Orthopaedic Medical Group of Tampa Bay Opens Second Physical Therapy Location

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Friday, April 9, 2021

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Orthopaedic Medical Group (OMG) of Tampa Bay is proud to announce the opening of a new physical therapy location in St Petersburg, FL.

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  • ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Orthopaedic Medical Group (OMG) of Tampa Bay is proud to announce the opening of a new physical therapy location in St Petersburg, FL.
  • OMG therapy will offer top-notch rehabilitation services from licensed physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, and athletic trainers under the direction of Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeons.
  • Orthopaedic Medical Group of Tampa Bay and OMG Physical Therapy are committed to accepting all insurance types and working closely with primary care physicians to ensure patients are given easy appointment access.
  • Orthopaedic Medical Group of Tampa Bay was founded in 1983 by Dr. Stuart Goldsmith, and has been providing state of the art orthopaedic care for almost forty (40) years in the greater Tampa Bay area.

Combining World-Renowned Experts with Advanced Technology, Memorial Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Center to Open in Fort Lauderdale

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Thursday, March 25, 2021

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Memorial Healthcare System's world-class team of board-certified orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine experts will now offer sports medicine primary care, outpatient orthopaedic surgery, rehabilitation and physical therapy all in one location at Memorial Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Center in Fort Lauderdale.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Memorial Healthcare System's world-class team of board-certified orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine experts will now offer sports medicine primary care, outpatient orthopaedic surgery, rehabilitation and physical therapy all in one location at Memorial Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Center in Fort Lauderdale.
  • The multidisciplinary team of board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeons and sports medicine physicians, led by Dr. Daniel Chan, chief, Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, and including Dr. Marvin Smith, sports medicine orthopaedic surgeon, and Dr. Geden Franck, sports medicine primary care, will provide personalized treatment plans using the least invasive options for safe, effective care.
  • "We are honored to offer comprehensive orthopaedic care throughout all of Broward County and beyond, empowering our patients on their road to recovery."
  • It is highly regarded for a patient and family-centered approach that prioritizes multi-disciplinary collaboration, research, innovation, and transparency.

American Academy Of Orthopaedic Surgeons Bestows Kappa Delta Award For Excellence In Orthopaedic Research To Cytex Founding Scientists

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Friday, February 12, 2021

We also thank the National Institutes of Health for its longstanding support of our research, enabling Cytex to bring basic research into the clinic.

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  • We also thank the National Institutes of Health for its longstanding support of our research, enabling Cytex to bring basic research into the clinic.
  • In 1947, at its golden anniversary, the Kappa Delta Sorority established the Kappa Delta Research Fellowship in Orthopaedics, the first award ever created to honor achievements in the field of orthopaedic research.
  • The Kappa Delta Awards have been presented by the Academy to persons who have performed research in orthopaedic surgery that is of high significance and impact.
  • With more than 39,000 members, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is the world's largest medical association of musculoskeletal specialists.

Orthopaedic Surgery Specialists Joins Illinois Bone & Joint Institute

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Monday, August 17, 2020

DES PLAINES, Ill., Aug. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Illinois Bone & Joint Institute (IBJI), the largest independent, physician-owned orthopedic practice in Illinois, welcomes Orthopaedic Surgery Specialists (OSS) to our practice as of August 1, 2020.

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  • DES PLAINES, Ill., Aug. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Illinois Bone & Joint Institute (IBJI), the largest independent, physician-owned orthopedic practice in Illinois, welcomes Orthopaedic Surgery Specialists (OSS) to our practice as of August 1, 2020.
  • IBJI is excited to have Orthopaedic Surgery Specialists join ournetwork of physicians, rehabilitation, and imaging services.
  • - James Bresch, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery Specialists
    With the addition of Orthopaedic Surgery Specialists, our group of experienced physicians will continue to provide leading-edge orthopaedic care and surgical and nonsurgical treatment for a wide range of musculoskeletal problems.
  • Illinois Bone & Joint Institute , is the largest independent physician-owned orthopedic practice in Illinois.