Dec 16, 2016 | In the News
The prototype of the first robotic surgical system that is now part of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History began with the research efforts of AAHKS member William L. Barger, MD and his University of California, Davis colleague, Howard “Hap” A. Paul,...
Dec 16, 2016 | In the News
Gary Stevens, three-time Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes winner and National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame inductee, has announced that he will have a total hip replacement this month. “I wasn’t ready to hang it up and I still don’t know if I’m...
Dec 2, 2016 | In the News
After this week’s nomination of Representative Tom Price (R-GA), an orthopaedic surgeon and AAHKS member, to be Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), AAHKS, AAOS and AMA released statements in support of the nomination. “We believe the President’s Cabinet and...
Nov 18, 2016 | In the News
The Washington Post reported this week on the issue of industry representatives being present in the orthopaedic operating room. Serving as technical advisors for the products they represent, the Washington Post explains what their role has traditionally been. AAHKS...
Oct 28, 2016 | In the News
NBC TODAY weather and feature anchor, Al Roker, returned to the set this week after having knee replacement surgery on October 11, 2016. This is the second knee Mr. Roker had replaced – having the first knee replaced after an auto accident 15 years ago. Mr. Roker...
Sep 30, 2016 | In the News
Karen L. Hackett, FACHE, CAE, announced that she will retire from her position as chief executive officer of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). Karen has held the position for 14 years and will retire on April 14, 2017. OrthoSpineNews reports that a...
