Category: Special Features

All physicians must be actors when performing on the health care stage

Posted on November 11, 2009

Studies show that having a caring, empathetic manner have fewer lawsuits, better outcomes. By B. Joseph Pine II; James H. Gilmore ORTHOPEDICS TODAY 2009; 29:14 As we demonstrated in our last column, to be successful today you must surround your existing goods and services with a rich, compelling experience — but then you also …

Orthopedic surgeon is ready to embark on mission to the space station

Posted on October 11, 2009

Robert L. Satcher Jr, MD, PhD will operate and repair the 80-foot long robotic arms on the station. by Gina Brockenbrough Surgeons have an intimate view into the workings of the human body. As the first orthopedic surgeon in space, Robert L. Satcher Jr., MD, PhD, will also be privy …

Malpractice law evolved via orthopedics

Posted on November 13, 2008

The specialty has played a major role in developing many of the key doctrines that are currently used in medical malpractice law. By Lawrence H. Brenner, JD; B. Sonny Bal, MD, MBA ORTHOPEDICS TODAY 2008; 28:34 Occasionally, in a complex subject such as medical malpractice, it is useful to look at the current …