Elective surgeries account for 39% of hospital reimbursement in the United States, making foot and ankle surgeries particularly appealing...

Over the past 20 years,  trends  in orthopaedic surgeon compensation has decreased by 38% when adjusted for inflation. In contrast, other professions such as economists, lawyers, and engineers have experienced inflation-adjusted salary increases of 31%, 26%, and 24%, respectively. Among all the professions analyzed, including healthcare workers, orthopaedic surgeons have seen the most significant decline in salary rates.   Foot and ankle is not exempt While hip and knee arthr

The " Same Rate for Same Service" concept  argues that services should be paid equally, regardless of where they are provided. This...

External fixation carries a high asking sales price and must be offered by any large orthopedic company focused on the foot and ankle...