North American Spine Society

ATEC Clinical Precision and Predictability on Display at NASS 2023

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Monday, October 9, 2023
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“While others in our industry grapple with distraction, ATEC’s presence at NASS 2023 will clearly demonstrate how 100% spine focus brings an unparalleled ability to revolutionize spine surgery,” said Pat Miles, Chairman and CEO.

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  • “While others in our industry grapple with distraction, ATEC’s presence at NASS 2023 will clearly demonstrate how 100% spine focus brings an unparalleled ability to revolutionize spine surgery,” said Pat Miles, Chairman and CEO.
  • We will also introduce the automated alignment and surgical planning capabilities being integrated onto the EOS platform for full release in 2024.
  • A webcast will be also available for those unable to attend - RSVP here to receive webcast access details.
  • In addition, the RSUs will vest fully upon a change of control of ATEC.

Centinel Spine Surgical Stadium Event at NASS 2023 to Demonstrate Value of prodisc® Match-the-Disc™ Cervical and Lumbar Total Disc Replacement Systems

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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Centinel Spine is the only company to offer cervical and lumbar total disc replacement (TDR) systems that allow matching the disc to the needs of the patient and surgeon.

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  • Centinel Spine is the only company to offer cervical and lumbar total disc replacement (TDR) systems that allow matching the disc to the needs of the patient and surgeon.
  • The prodisc Match-the-Disc™ cervical and lumbar TDR systems will be featured at Centinel Spine's "Surgical Stadium" event to be held on the NASS exhibit floor on October 18 at 2:30pm local time.
  • According to Dr. Hall, "I appreciate that Centinel Spine continues to support total disc arthroplasty education through programs like this NASS Surgical Stadium event.
  • "Continued surgeon education through the NASS Surgical Stadium type of event is critical as the total disc replacement market rapidly accelerates," said Centinel Spine CEO Steve Murray.

PathKeeper Surgical Demonstrates New Technology at Prestigious North American Spine Society Annual Meeting

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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KFAR SABA, Israel, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- PathKeeper Surgical, a privately-held, Israel-based, medical technology company, dedicated to improving the health of individuals around the world suffering from all spinal issues requiring surgery, while making navigation-guided surgery available to any patient in all operating rooms, today announces its participation in the upcoming North American Spine Society (NASS) 2023 Annual Meeting at the Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles, CA, from October 18 to 20, 2023.

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  • The PathKeeper 3D Optical Navigation System aims to improve clinical experience and reduce the reliance on radiation in spine surgery.
  • The PathKeeper System was designed to replace traditional navigation technology with an active, independent and precise 3D optical navigation system.
  • "The United States represents a strategically important market for commercializing the PathKeeper System and the NASS annual meeting is the ideal environment to demonstrate our technology to spine surgeons from the United States and around the world," said Erez Lampert, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of PathKeeper Surgical.
  • PathKeeper Surgical received its FDA 510k clearance earlier this year for the PathKeeper System.

DiFusion Technologies Releases New Case Series Data on Device Poised to Revolutionize Spinal Surgeries

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DiFusion Technologies, an industry leader in advanced biomaterials for surgical implants, announced today the results of a recent case series noting the benefits of the company's proprietary ZFUZE™ technology. ZFUZE is the first FDA-cleared advanced biomaterial for spinal implants that is proven to create a highly favorable cellular and immunologic response post-surgery. Among a number of impressive findings, the case series showed ZFUZE offers:

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DiFusion Technologies , an industry leader in advanced biomaterials for surgical implants, announced today the results of a recent case series noting the benefits of the company's proprietary ZFUZE ™ technology.
  • ZFUZE is the first FDA-cleared advanced biomaterial for spinal implants that is proven to create a highly favorable cellular and immunologic response post-surgery.
  • "NASS is known on a global scale for its reputation as the most influential spine organization," confirmed Mr. Johns.
  • "We're excited to participate, but even more excited for the 600,000 patients who undergo a spinal fusion each year.

Globus Medical and NuVasive to Sponsor and Participate at EUROSPINE 2023

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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AUDUBON, Pa., Sept. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Globus Medical, Inc. (NYSE: GMED), a leading musculoskeletal solutions company, today announced it will continue its partnership with EUROSPINE as a silver sponsor and will attend EUROSPINE 2023 held October 4 to 6 in Frankfurt.

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  • AUDUBON, Pa., Sept. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Globus Medical, Inc. (NYSE: GMED), a leading musculoskeletal solutions company, today announced it will continue its partnership with EUROSPINE as a silver sponsor and will attend EUROSPINE 2023 held October 4 to 6 in Frankfurt.
  • NuVasive invites attendees to meet the experts at stand #E45: Simplify Cervical Disc with Prof. Dr. med.
  • Surgeons will also have the opportunity for demonstrations of procedural solutions with ExcelsiusGPS at the Globus Medical stand, and Pulse and Siemens Healthineers’ Cios Spin at the NuVasive stand.
  • For more information, please visit the Globus Medical EUROSPINE webpage and the NuVasive EUROSPINE webpage.

Top-trained Spine Surgeons Provide Free Patient Guide for Artificial Disc Replacement, Available at CentersForArtificialDisc.com

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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But recent spine research studies have changed that, however, as new FDA-approved artificial disc implant designs have been released over the last three years.

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  • But recent spine research studies have changed that, however, as new FDA-approved artificial disc implant designs have been released over the last three years.
  • "Spine research studies have shown that artificial disc replacement preserves the natural motion and can reduce the need for surgery at other levels in the neck.
  • "Sadly, the patient may receive a dated treatment because a surgeon isn't trained in artificial disc replacement," explains Dr. Lynch, who was one of the first spine surgeons in Nevada to be trained in artificial disc replacement surgery.
  • The free 20-page Patient Guide explains the limitations of spinal fusion as well as the pros and cons of artificial disc replacement.

Dr. Zachary Johnson Joins Dallas Neurosurgical & Spine

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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PLANO, Texas, Aug. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zachary D. Johnson, MD, a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon, has joined Dallas Neurosurgical & Spine.

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  • PLANO, Texas, Aug. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zachary D. Johnson, MD, a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon, has joined Dallas Neurosurgical & Spine.
  • “At Dallas Neurosurgical & Spine, our goal is to perform the least invasive, most effective procedure available, specifically tailored for each individual patient and their unique needs, and Dr. Johnson shares that care philosophy,” said Jeremy Denning, MD, a neurosurgeon with Dallas Neurosurgical & Spine.
  • Following medical school, Dr. Johnson completed both his residency in neurosurgery and a spine surgery fellowship at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas.
  • Dallas Neurosurgical & Spine is the longest-running, privately held neurosurgical group in North Texas, with more than 50 years of experience caring for patients.

Hoag Welcomes Renowned Specialist to lead Pain Management Program

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hoag is advancing the care and management of pain patients in Orange County with the addition of Charles De Mesa, D.O, M.P.H., who will serve as Chief of Interventional Pain, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the Hoag Spine Center.

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  • He joins the multidisciplinary, specialized team of spine care experts at Hoag to lead and develop the outpatient interventional pain management and rehabilitation services.
  • "His role will expand Hoag's commitment to comprehensive management and continuity of care for patients contending with pain."
  • Dr. De Mesa comes to Hoag from the University of California, Davis, Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, where he served as the principal investigator in multiple pain management trials.
  • "Pain management is a critical component of what we do at the Hoag Spine Center," said Adam Kanter, M.D., associate executive medical director of the Pickup Family Neurosciences Institute.

Four Renowned Spine Surgeons Perform 3D Navigated Surgery with the PathKeeper System

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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KFAR SABA, Israel, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PathKeeper Surgical, a privately-held, Israel-based medical technology company, dedicated to improving the health of individuals around the world suffering from all spinal issues requiring surgery, while making navigation-guided surgery available to any patient in all operating rooms, reports that four renowned spine surgeons utilized the PathKeeper 3D optical navigation system during spinal fusion surgery at St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport, CT.

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  • "We are proud to deliver the PathKeeper 3D optical navigation system to the United States surgical community.
  • The PathKeeper system provides spine surgeons with a comprehensive 3D plan prior to the surgery, and a seamless execution of the surgical plan in the operating room," said Ryan LeBlanc, Chief Commercial Officer, PathKeeper Surgical.
  • PathKeeper Surgical received its FDA 510k clearance earlier this year for the PathKeeper system.
  • The name PathKeeper effectively describes the essence of the system — a 3D optical navigation system that 'keeps' the surgical 'path' on course throughout the surgery.

Orthopedic Care Partners Announces Affiliation with American Spine & Orthopaedic Institute

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Orthopedic Care Partners (OCP), a leading orthopedic practice management platform, today announced a strategic affiliation with the American Spine & Orthopaedic Institute (ASOI), a renowned practice specializing in complex adult and pediatric spine pathology, based in Orlando, FL.

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  • Transaction Expands OCP's National Platform, Adding a Specialty in Complex Adult and Pediatric Spine Pathology
    FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Orthopedic Care Partners ( OCP ), a leading orthopedic practice management platform, today announced a strategic affiliation with the American Spine & Orthopaedic Institute ( ASOI ), a renowned practice specializing in complex adult and pediatric spine pathology, based in Orlando, FL.
  • Dr. Manzanares and his team are recognized for their three primary areas of expertise: minimally invasive spinal surgery, advanced spine reconstruction, and sports-related injury.
  • This affiliation fits perfectly with our strategy of partnering with market-leading practices that offer exceptional and comprehensive care."
  • Dr. Manzanares added, "Our affiliation with OCP will enhance our mission of providing world-class spinal and orthopaedic care to our patients in central Florida.