Ethics
Ethics and Patient Care in Orthopaedic Surgery
Ethical considerations play a crucial role in orthopaedic surgery, guiding surgeons in making informed, patient-centered decisions. Various articles and guidelines address the ethical challenges...
Legal Settlements Highlight Issues in Spine Care
Recent legal settlements in spine care emphasize the need for ethical practices and timely medical interventions.
$2M Settlement Over Delayed Spine Diagnosis
Dr. Arik Mizrachi of...
Jury Awards $15 Million in Title IX Violation Case
An orthopaedic surgeon has settled a years-long gender-discrimination case with Philadelphia-based Thomas Jefferson University, The Philadelphia Inquirer reported May 16. Terms of the settlement...
Update on Ongoing Exactech Lawsuit
Exactech, a medical device company, recently initiated a significant recall of thousands of its knee, hip, and ankle replacement implant systems produced since 2004....
False Claims Act Settlement: Tacoma Orthopaedic Surgeon and Hospital Resolve Allegations of Medically Unnecessary...
Resolution Announcement:
U.S. Attorney Tessa M. Gorman announced a settlement in a False Claims Act qui tam case involving a Tacoma physician accused of billing...
Tackling Opioid Dependency: Interventions from Orthopaedic Surgeons
The opioid crisis in the United States is a severe and complex public health issue. Despite having a population of less than 5% of...
Orthopedic Surgeon Malpractice: Navigating the Gray Areas
In the world of orthopedics, surgeries often present unexpected challenges. Patients, while seeking relief, must understand that these procedures can carry inherent risks. However,...
Exploring the Future of Orthopaedics: AI, Robotics, and the Human Touch
The journey of AI in medicine traces back to its inception in 1956, evolving into sophisticated deep learning and neural networks that closely mimic human...
Facing the Opioid Epidemic: The Crucial Role of Universities in Dispelling Misinformation
As the opioid epidemic continues, recent events at Nova Southeastern University in Florida have reignited the debate surrounding the dissemination of accurate information about...
Balancing Patient Care and Planetary Health: The Sustainable Future of Orthopaedic Surgery
In an era dominated by discussions on climate change and environmental responsibility, the field of orthopaedic surgery finds itself at a crucial crossroads, navigating...
