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March 11, 2026
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Highridge Medical’s CEO on Shaping the Future of Spine

 
Highridge Medical’s CEO on Shaping the Future of Spine

Rebecca Whitney shares her company’s recent moves, products with a substantial impact on the market, and what she foresees on the horizon.
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AAOS 2026: Dr. Wilford K. Gibson Named AAOS President

This marks his third year of a four-year term of volunteer service on the board of directors, having served in the roles of first and second vice president.

Financial/Business

AAOS News: Robotic Arthroplasty Boosts Knee Outcomes; Similar Hip Infection Rates

Computer navigation and robotic tech used in TJA lets surgeons offer 3D planning before surgery and real-time sensory feedback during surgery.

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AAOS News: Research Links Early Sports Specialization to Higher Injury Rates

Data show youth athletes who specialized early were more likely to have hip/groin pain and quit their primary sport entirely due to injury.

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AAOS News: Study Finds Early Hormone Replacement Therapy Reduces Osteoporosis Risk in Older Women

Real-world data from more than 137,000 women shows early HRT significantly improves long-term bone health.

OEM News

Orthofix Rolls Out Fitbone Trochanteric Lengthening System in U.S.

The system provides a fully implantable option for femoral lengthening that supports a minimally invasive, bone-conserving approach.

Financial/Business

AAOS News: Study Finds Prior Authorization Delays Spine Surgery Without Reducing Costs

Research shows that 80% of claim denials were ultimately reversed.

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4 Orthopedic Additive Manufacturing Trends to Watch this Year

The conversation is shifting from “Is this possible?” to “Is this operationally sound?”

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Komet Medical

Komet Medical is one of the world’s leading independent contract manufacturers specialized in surgical cutting and fixation instruments, including saw blades, drill bits, taps, reamers, fixation and navigation/array pins, MIS burrs, and drivers. Our services range from contract manufacturing to full-service end-to-end solutions.