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Keys to Success in Sports Medicine From Dr. James Andrews 7 Publisher’s Letter 8 4 Strategies to Prepare for Changes in Reimbursement Spine 11 The State of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: Q&A With SMISS Co-Founder Dr. William Taylor 13 8 Pillars of Success at Sonoran Spine Center 15 Dr. Frank Cammisa: 8 Top Challenges for Spine Surgeons This Year 16 Dr. Stephen Hochschuler: 8 Changes to Ensure a Brighter Future for Spine Surgery 18 7 Best Practices for Increasing Spine Center Profitability 31 10th Annual Orthopedic, Spine and Pain Management-Drive ASC Conference Sports Medicine 40 Dr. Brian Cole: 3 Exciting Trends in Sports Medicine Research 41 6 Goals for Sports Medicine From Dr. Kevin Plancher 42 4 Business Principles for Growing a Sports Medicine Center Pain Management 43 The Future of Evidence-Based Medicine in Pain Management: Q&A With Dr. Laxmaiah Manchikanti of ASIPP 44 5 Procedures Pain Management Physicians Must Do in 2012 47 25 Orthopedic Surgeons on the Move 47 Advertising Index Becker’s Orthopedic & Spine Review is published by ASC Communications. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part of the contents without the express written permission is prohibited. For reprint or subscription requests, please contact (800) 417-2035 or e-mail sbecker@beckershealthcare.com. For information regarding Becker’s ASC Review, Becker’s Hospital Review or Becker’s Orthopedic & Spine Review, please call (800) 417-2035. Business and Legal Issues for Orthopedics, Spine and Pain Management REVIEW ORTHOPEDIC, SPINE & PAIN MANAGEMENT REGISTER TODAY 10th Annual Orthopedic, Spine and Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference Featuring keynote speakers Lou Holtz, Sam Donaldson & Tucker Carlson and 134 speakers, including 25 CEOs and 30 physician leaders. See conference brochure inside or visit www.beckersorthopedicandspine.com Sign up for Becker’s Orthopedic, Spine Business & Pain Management E-Weeklies at www.BeckersOrthopedicandSpine.com or call (800) 417-2035 7 We hope you find the articles and columns included in the April issue of Becker’s Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management Review informative and insightful. We have sought expertise from some of the leading orthopedic, spine and pain management physicians on today’s most important business issues and industry trends. This issue includes several feature articles, such as: 1. 208 Spine Surgeons and Specialists to Know—Our editorial team has compiled a list of 208 spine surgeons who hold leadership positions in their organizations, regularly conduct research, develop surgical devices and techniques and direct fellowship programs for the next generation of spine surgeons. 2. The State of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: Q&A With SMISS CoFounder Dr. William Taylor—In this interview with SMISS co-founder and past president William Taylor, MD, he discusses the challenges facing minimally invasive spine surgical technique and the role it will play in the future of spine care delivery. 3. 8 Keys to Success in Sports Medicine From Dr. James Andrews—Renowned sports medicine physician James Andrews, MD, discusses how sports medicine physicians can rise to the top of the field by emphasizing quality of care and exhibiting high moral character in all activities. 4. 11 Key Issues Facing Surgery Centers—2012—This article outlines the key trends in the surgery center industry, including safe harbor issues, relationships with hospitals and contracting with payors. 5. Dr. Brian Cole: 3 Exciting Trends in Sports Medicine Research—Brian Cole, MD, head of the Cartilage Restoration Center at Rush in Chicago, discusses his latest research in sports medicine, orthopedics and biologic solutions. This issue also includes a brochure for the 10th Annual Orthopedic, Spine and Pain management-Driven ASC conference, which will be held June 14- 16 in Chicago. We will have 102 sessions with 134 speakers, including key note speakers Lou Holtz, Sam Donaldson and Tucker Carlson. Should you have any questions or comments, please contact myself at sbecker@beckershealthcare.com or editor-in-chief Laura Miller at laura@ beckershealthcare.com. Very truly yours, Scott Becker P.S. For information on advertising or exhibiting in Becker’s Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management Review, or on any of the Becker’s Healthcare websites, please contact Jessica Cole or Becker’s Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management Review at 800-417-2035. 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