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  • Reportlinker Adds Gene Therapy - Technologies, Markets and Companies Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 3:51PMReportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue:
  • K2M granted FDA clearance for CHESAPEAKE Anterior-Lumbar Stabilization System Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 2:42PMK2M, Inc., a spinal device company developing innovative solutions for the treatment of complex spinal pathologies, today announced it has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to market its new CHESAPEAKE™ Anterior-Lumbar Stabilization System, a unique interbody device designed for stabilization of the spine through an anterior approach. The system provides screw ...
  • K2M Receives 510(k) Clearance for its CHESAPEAKE Anterior-Lumbar Stabilization System Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 1:15PMLEESBURG, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--K2M, Inc. announced 510(k) clearance from FDA to market CHESAPEAKE Anterior-Lumbar Stabilization System, an interbody device designed for stabilization of spine through anterior approach.
  • K2M Receives 510(k) Clearance for its CHESAPEAKE Anterior-Lumbar Stabilization System Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 1:00PMLEESBURG, Va.----K2M, Inc., a spinal device company developing innovative solutions for the treatment of complex spinal pathologies, today announced it has received 510 clearance from the U.S.
  • St. Louis And Bollinger Of Laser Spine Institute To Speak At Orthopedic Centers Of Excellence Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:09PMTampa - TAMPA, FLA. – Bill Horne, CEO of Laser Spine Institute, (http://www.laserspineinstitute.com) the leader in minimally invasive spine surgery, has announced that Jimmy St. Louis, MBA, PMP and senior vice president of corporate operations, and Dotty Bollinger, RN, JD, LHRM, CHC, CASC and senior vice president of medical operations, are speaking at the Orthopedic ...
  • Medtronic worries about states’ roles in deciding device coverage Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 9:25PMIt’s probably safe to assume that Medtronic Inc. (NYSE: MDT) won’t be championing states’ rights anytime soon. From product liability claims to doctor payment disclosures, the medical device maker based in Fridley, Minnesota, always has preferred a uniform federal standard — better than 50 different laws, the company likes to say. Yet there is one issue looming [...]
  • 23rd European College of Neuropsychopharmacology Congress to be held 28 Aug - 1 Sep 2010 in Amsterdam Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 2:03PMMental disorders, such as depression, anxiety disorders, addiction and schizophrenia are the core challenge of most health care systems around the world. In the EU alone, each year 27% of the total adult population - this corresponds to 83 Million citizens - suffer from mental disorders. Depression alone affects almost 20 million ranking in the EU as the most disabling disorder of all diseases.
  • Laser Spine Institute Announces September Seminars Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 4:24PMTampa - TAMPA, FLA. – Bill Horne, CEO of Laser Spine Institute, (http://www.laserspineinstitute.com) the leader in minimally invasive spine surgery, has announced the company’s September schedule of medical seminars.
  • Laser Spine Institute Tampa Launches Campaign To Support Susan G. Komen For The Cure Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 8:58PMTampa - TAMPA, FLA. – Phil Garcia, senior vice president of patient and community relations at Laser Spine Institute (http://www.laserspineinstitute.com), the leader in minimally invasive spine surgery, has announced that Laser Spine Institute Tampa will host events throughout the months of August, September and October to raise money for Susan G. Komen for the Cure ...
  • FDA grants Aesculap Implant Systems 510(k) clearance for A-Fix Spinal System Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 4:49AMThe Aesculap Implant Systems A-Fix Spinal System received 510(k) clearance under K100802 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on July 20, 2010.
  • Aesculap Implant Systems, Inc. Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance for the A-Fix (SIBD) Spinal System Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 2:09PMCENTER VALLEY, Pa.----The Aesculap Implant Systems A-Fix Spinal System received 510 clearance under K100802 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on July 20, 2010. The A-Fix Spinal System is a stand-alone interbody fusion device developed for the anterior surgical approach and is intended for spinal fusion procedures at one or two contiguous levels in the lumbar spine from L2 to S1 in ...
  • Laser Spine Institute CEO Recognized By Beckers Review Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 5:40PMTampa - TAMPA, FLA. – Laser Spine Institute (http://www.laserspinesinstitute.com), the leader in minimally invasive spine surgery, has announced that Bill Horne, CEO of Laser Spine Institute, has been named as one of the “18 Orthopedic and Spine Practice CEOs & Administrators to Know” by Becker’s Orthopedic & Spine Review.
  • Interventional Spine announces another successful surgery with unique PERPOS Percutaneous Cervical System Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 11:42AMInterventional Spine, Inc. announced the completion of another successful surgery with the unique PERPOS Percutaneous Cervical System for the treatment of neck pain.
  • Interventional Spine completes another successful surgery with PERPOS Percutaneous Cervical System Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 12:35PMInterventional Spine, Inc. today announced the completion of another successful surgery with the unique PERPOS Percutaneous Cervical System for the treatment of neck pain.
  • Yount: States cut back on Good Samaritan services Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 6:02AMGovernment agencies have largely replaced the Good Samaritan of biblical fame in providing support for sick, poor, and elderly Americans. But as the need for aid expands, government services are shrinking.
  • Medicare committee to weigh benefits of Medtronic product Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 2:41AMAnalyst: Insurance payment for popular back surgery product could be at risk.
  • Man battles Parkinson’s with music, faith Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 2:34PMFor many people, being struck with a serious illness signals the end of their career. For San Rafael musician Charlie Nimovitz, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease 11 years ago, it was a call to produce some of his most meaningful work.
  • Laser Spine Institute Tampa Director Named Orthopedic Certified Specialist Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 10:27PMTampa - TAMPA, FLA. – Bill Horne, CEO of Laser Spine Institute (http://www.laserspineinstitute.com), the leader in minimally invasive spine surgery, has announced that Irene Barlow Rademeyer, director of physical therapy and functional rehabilitation, has received her Orthopedic Certified Specialist accreditation.
  • Builders aid Fort Thomas mom Saturday, August 7, 2010 @ 6:25AMFORT THOMAS - Bobbi Davis Brock was diagnosed with degenerative disc disease about six years ago. Despite several surgeries, physical therapy and medications, it progressed to where she will never walk again, and must use a wheelchair.
  • Press Release Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 2:49PMThe European market for orthopedic biomaterials is being driven primarily by an expanding population of physically active, aging Europeans who are more likely to suffer from osteoarthritis (OA), fractures, degenerative disc disease, and hip and knee conditions.
  • Research and Markets: European Markets for Orthopedic Biomaterials 2009-2013 Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 11:56AMDUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/d1a5e8/european_markets_f) has announced the addition of the "European Markets for Orthopedic Biomaterials 2009-2013" report to their offering. The European market for orthopedic biomaterials is being driven primarily by an expanding population of physically active, aging ...
  • Research and Markets: European Markets for Orthopedic Biomaterials 2009-2013 Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 11:53AMDUBLIN----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "European Markets for Orthopedic Biomaterials 2009-2013" report to their offering.
  • Laser Spine Institute Names New Outside Regional Sales Specialist Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 10:40PMTampa - TAMPA, FLA. – Bill Horne, CEO of Laser Spine Institute, (http://www.laserspineinstitute.com) the leader in minimally invasive spine surgery, has announced that Melanie Towers has been hired as an outside regional sales specialist.
  • Gentis hopes to conquer spine market where others have failed Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 2:43PMDavid Anderson says the the road to developing an artificial spinal disc nucleus is littered with “spectacular failures.” But that doesn’t deter Anderson or his company, Philadelphia-based Gentis, from trying to be the first to get a disc nucleus replacement device for the lower spine on the U.S. market. The nucleus pulposus is the jelly-like substance [...]
  • Man battles Parkinson’s with music, faith Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 8:48AMFor many people, being struck with a serious illness signals the end of their career. For San Rafael musician Charlie Nimovitz, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease 11 years ago, it was a call to produce some of his most meaningful work.
  • The Girl By the Lake Wednesday, August 4, 2010 @ 1:21PMHighly Recommended The Movie: Engrossing Italian crime drama The Girl by the Lake , or La Ragazza Del Lago , is a first rate film, and gives a bit of continental competition to its British counterparts, who have a long tradition of producing crime dramas of depth and quality. Anna Nadal (Alessia Piovan) is an attractive, athletic young girl, known and liked throughout her small home town. When ...
  • Laser Spine Institute Tampa Senior Vice President Named To Business Buddies Board Monday, August 2, 2010 @ 4:55PMTampa - TAMPA, FLA. – Bill Horne, CEO of Laser Spine Institute, (http://www.laserspineinstitute.com) the leader in minimally invasive spine surgery, has announced that Jimmy St. Louis, MBA, PMP and senior vice president of corporate operations, has been named the sponsorship and special events coordinator for Business Buddies, a networking opportunity for young ...
  • Laser Spine Institute Announces August Seminars Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 9:54PMTampa - TAMPA, FLA. – Bill Horne, CEO of Laser Spine Institute, (http://www.laserspineinstitute.com) the leader in minimally invasive spine surgery, has announced the company’s August schedule of medical seminars.
  • Surgical Device Maker Soteira Pins $1.6M of $4.7M Offering - cbl Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 4:21PMInvestors Include Trinity, HLM, Fletcher Spaght, Spray VenturesBy citybizlist StaffNATICK -- Surgica...
  • CMS to examine use of bone-morphogenetic proteins Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 4:43PMThe Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services are planning a meeting to discuss on- and off-label uses of bone-morphogenetic proteins used in several orthopedic implants and procedures. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services are planning a September meeting to examine the on- and off-label uses of bone-morphogenetic proteins used in several [...]
  • Research and Markets: Asia Pacific Markets for Spinal Implants to 2013 - Includes a Detailed Analysis of the ... Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 2:01AMDUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/d72388/asia_pacific_marke) has announced the addition of the "Asia Pacific Markets for Spinal Implants 2009-2013" report to their offering. The largest factor driving the Asia Pacific market for spinal implants is the growing adoption of spinal non-fusion technologies, which will ...
  • Research and Markets: Asia Pacific Markets for Spinal Implants to 2013 - Includes a Detailed Analysis of the ... Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 2:00AMDUBLIN----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Asia Pacific Markets for Spinal Implants 2009-2013" report to their offering.
  • Research and Markets: US Markets for Minimally Invasive Spine Technologies 2010-2014 Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 6:30PMDUBLIN----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "US Markets for Minimally Invasive Spine Technologies 2010-2014" report to their offering.
  • Research and Markets: Global Markets for Spinal Nonfusion Technologies 2009-2013: IPD - PSBDS - CADs - LADs - AR - FA ... Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 5:11PMDUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/cf3069/global_markets_for) has announced the addition of the "Global Markets for Spinal Nonfusion Technologies 2009-2013" report to their offering. The global market for spinal non-fusion technologies, comprising sales of interspinous process decompression (IPD) devices, pedicle ...
  • Research and Markets: Global Markets for Spinal Nonfusion Technologies 2009-2013: IPD - PSBDS - CADs - LADs - AR - FA ... Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 4:00PMDUBLIN----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Markets for Spinal Nonfusion Technologies 2009-2013" report to their offering.
  • Texas Health Plano, Texas Back Institute Offer SpineAssist® Surgical Robot for Spine Surgeries Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 2:00PMInternationally renowned Plano surgeon co-invented technology
  • Press Release Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 10:05AMMedtronic Inc. Posted on:28 Jul 10 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Devices Panel today voted 9 for and 4 against (1 abstention) on safety and 10 for and 3 against (1 abstention) on effectiveness, that data including results from a large, prospective randomized clinical trial demonstrated the safety and effectiveness of AMPLIFY™ rhBMP-2 Matrix for ...
  • FDA probes Medtronic, spinal implant’s cancer risk Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 8:31PMThe Food & Drug Administration wants more information on possibly elevated cancer risks from Medtronic Inc.’s Amplify spinal implant. The Food & Drug Administration wants more answers about possibly elevated cancer risks from Medtronic Inc.’s (NYSE:MDT) Amplify spinal implant, which uses a bone morphogenic protein to stimulate bone growth. The federal watchdog agency will [...]
  • Home care cuts put elderly, disabled at risk Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 9:48AMHILLSBORO, Ore. — As states face severe budget shortfalls, many have cut home care services for the elderly or the disabled, programs that have been shown to save states money in the long run because they keep people out of nursing homes.
  • UPDATE:FDA:Concerned With Cancer Rate In Medtronic Device Study Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 10:35PMUPDATE:FDA:Concerned With Cancer Rate In Medtronic Device Study
  • FDA:Concerned With Cancer Rate In Medtronic Spine Device Study Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 4:34PMFDA:Concerned With Cancer Rate In Medtronic Spine Device Study
  • Spinal orthopedics company AxioMed raises $14.5 million Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 5:50AMAxioMed® Spine Corporation , a spinal orthopedics company focused on the development of products designed to restore spinal function in patients with degenerative spine disease by advancing the standard of care beyond fusion and first generation disc replacement, announced today that it has raised $14.5 million in two tranches from both current and new investors.
  • Laser Spine Institute Tampas Ashley Will Named To Foundation Fighting Blindness Leadership Team Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 5:28PMTampa - TAMPA, FLA. – Bill Horne, CEO of Laser Spine Institute (http://www.laserspinesinstitute.com), the leader in minimally invasive spine surgery, has announced that Ashley Will, director of marketing, has been named marketing chair for Foundation Fighting Blindness’ Tampa Bay Area chapter.
  • Applied Spine Technologies Receives Notice of Patent Allowance for Travel Limiting Functionality in Dynamic ... Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 2:00PMROCKY HILL, Conn.----Applied Spine Technologies, Inc. www.appliedspine.com, a medical device company focused on motion preservation of the lumbar spine, received a Notice of Allowance on July 12, 2010 from the U.S.
  • States cutting home care for elderly Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 8:41PMHILLSBORO, Ore., July 20 (UPI) -- Death panels are alive and well in the form of state budgets cuts for the U.S. elderly and disabled who have been receiving home care. Home care - United States - Health - Home Health - Service Providers
  • How to prevent degenerative disc disease? Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 7:31PMHome > Topics > How To Prevent Degenerative Disc Disease? How to prevent degenerative disc disease?
  • Cuts in Home Care Put Elderly and Disabled at Risk Friday, July 16, 2010 @ 8:13PMStates facing deficits have cut home-care services, even though they save money by keeping people out of nursing homes.
  • Immune response may trigger back pain Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 10:47PMYou may need to be logged in to see stories listed here that are in our archives.
  • Fibrocell Science completes enrollment in azficel-T histology study Thursday, July 8, 2010 @ 2:37PMFibrocell Science, Inc., a biotechnology company focused on the development of autologous cell therapies for aesthetic, medical and scientific applications, announced today the completion of enrollment of and first treatment visits for participants in its histology study (IT-H-001) of azficel-T. An autologous cell therapy, azficel-T is currently under review by the U.S. Food and Drug ...
  • Laser Spine Institute Philadelphia Accredited By Accreditation Association For Ambulatory Health Care Tuesday, July 6, 2010 @ 3:12PMPHILADELPHIA – Bill Horne, CEO of Laser Spine Institute, ( www.laserspinesinstitute.com ) the leader in minimally invasive spine surgery, has announced that Laser Spine Institute’s surgical center in Philadelphia has achieved accreditation by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care.