2024’S Most Exciting Spine, Orthopedics Innovations: 34 Leaders Weigh In

Advancements in spine and orthopedics have fueled growth in the ASC industry, with this year’s innovations setting the stage for even greater progress ahead.

The 34 leaders featured in this article are speaking at Becker’s 22nd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference, set for June 18 to 22, 2025 at the Swissotel Chicago. 

John Peloza, MD. Orthopedic Spine Surgeon at Midwest Orthopedic and Spine (Chesterfield, Mo.): The most exciting innovation in spine and orthopedic surgery this year is the ability to perform more complex cases in ambulatory surgery centers. This advancement is largely attributed to improved minimally invasive technologies and techniques. Significant progress in implants, biologics, retractor systems, endoscopics, intra operative imaging, navigation, augmented reality and robotics has made surgeries less destructive to tissue and less painful for patients. Additionally, advancements in anesthetic techniques and protocols help minimize post-operative pain, allowing patients to leave the ASC in a comfortably predictable condition.

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