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Orthopedics This Week

Daniel Alexander, M.D. Appointed ACH Chief Administrative Officer December 1, 2022

Dr. Daniel Alexander appointed chief administrative officer for orthopedics for Auburn Community Hospital.

Scalpel At The Cross: Inspiring Story of Healing and Data November 30, 2022

On the edge of the Amazon jungle, there exists a robust nonprofit organization providing advanced surgical services, training, healing and, rare among non-profit charitable organizations, outcomes tracking. It’s an inspiring story.

Hello! What ARE the Demographics in Spine Clinical Trials? November 30, 2022

A new study from the group at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute in Philadelphia is highlighting the surprising lack of consistent demographics reporting in randomized control spine trials—regardless of journal.

Victor Panitch, Formerly of Shriner’s Hospital, Dies at 90 November 30, 2022

Victor Panitch, M.D. (90), a long-time physician at Shriner’s Hospital for Children in Holyoke, MA, passed away.

AAOS Warns Congress: Do NOT Cut Surgeon Pay November 28, 2022

The American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) has issued a letter urging Congress to act before the end of the year to pass two bills to prevent a cut to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and to improve Medicare Advantage prior authorization processes.

New Studies Test Efficacy of Knee Shock Absorber Implants November 21, 2022

Two new studies have researched the effect of a novel knee system which is, in effect, a first-of-its-kind implantable shock absorber for the knee. Both studies offer evidence that, in cases of chronic knee pain due to osteoarthritis (OA), this novel approach may be a viable alternative to traditional arthroplasty and provide improved pain relief […]

Greensboro Orthopedic Surgeon Thomas Presson Dies, Age 82 November 21, 2022

Thomas Lemuel Presson, M.D. of Greensboro, North Carolina, passed away on October 3, 2022, at the age of 82.

Bone Spur in Mouth: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Severe Headache with Facial Swelling: What Could It Be?

Tooth Abscess and Jaw Bone Infection: What You Need to Know

Jaw Bone Deterioration: What It Is and How to Treat It

Jaw Bone Cancer Symptoms: What to Watch for in Your Mouth

Jawbone Pain When Opening the Mouth: Causes and Treatments

What Happens to the Jawbone After Tooth Extraction

Tooth Infection Spread to the Jawbone: What You Need to Know

How to Reduce Facial Swelling Fast: Effective Solutions

Infection in Jaw Bone from Tooth

Bone Spur in Mouth: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment