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Associated Press
17-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Dr. Stephen Courtney Performs World's First Procedure Using Eminent Spine's Groundbreaking 3D-Printed Pedicle Screw
Plano, TX July 16, 2025 --( )-- Eminent Spine, a leading innovator in spinal implant technologies, is proud to announce a major surgical milestone: Dr. Stephen Courtney has successfully completed the world's first spinal procedure using the company's revolutionary 3D-printed pedicle screw system. This groundbreaking case marks a new era in spinal surgery, combining precision engineering with advanced additive manufacturing. Dr. Courtney, a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon and founder of Eminent Spine, performed the historic procedure at Eminent Hospital in Richardson, Texas. Known for his commitment to innovation and patient outcomes, Dr. Courtney utilized the new 3D pedicle screw system to treat a patient with degenerative lumbar pathology requiring spinal stabilization. The 3D-printed screw, designed and manufactured by Eminent Spine, is the first of its kind to enter clinical use. Built using proprietary lattice technology, the screw optimizes bone ingrowth, enhances mechanical stability, and improves fixation in both normal and compromised bone quality. This next-generation implant represents a leap forward in spinal hardware by improving osseointegration while reducing the potential for loosening or migration over time. This implant truly is the Future of Fusion. Eminent Spine's 3D screw is part of a broader portfolio expansion that includes innovative solutions across the cervical, thoracolumbar, and sacroiliac (SI) regions. With FDA clearance and full commercialization underway, the company expects growing surgeon adoption across the U.S. For more information about Eminent Spine and its new 3D-printed pedicle screw system, visit or email [email protected]. About Eminent Spine: Eminent Spine is a privately held medical device company committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective spinal implant solutions. Founded by spine surgeons, the company designs its products with a deep understanding of both surgical challenges and patient needs. Contact Information: Eminent Spine Dagen Hybner 972-499-3593 Contact via Email For distribution information contact Michael McDonough: [email protected] Read the full story here: Dr. Stephen Courtney Performs World's First Procedure Using Eminent Spine's Groundbreaking 3D-Printed Pedicle Screw Press Release Distributed by
Associated Press
18-06-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Dr. Todd H. Lanman to Present at International Total Disc Arthroplasty Masterclass in Amsterdam
BEVERLY HILLS, CA / ACCESS Newswire / June 18, 2025 / World-renowned spinal neurosurgeon and motion preservation expert Dr. Todd H. Lanman will join an elite international faculty at the Total Disc Arthroplasty Masterclass in Amsterdam on June 20, 2025. Dr. Lanman will deliver a series of educational presentations and case-based discussions on the expanding indications for total disc replacement (TDR)-including highly complex cases. Dr. Lanman, founder of Lanman Spinal Neurosurgery and ADR Spine, will present on challenging lumbar and cervical disc arthroplasty cases, including those involving multilevel degeneration, prior fusions, or advanced pathology. His contributions will spotlight evolving strategies that broaden candidacy for motion-preserving surgery-particularly for patients once limited to spinal fusion. He will also participate in a faculty-led panel discussing revision strategies and clinical decision-making in difficult and multi-level cases. 'We are forging the new age of spinal surgery,' said Dr. Lanman. 'With the right technology and expertise, we can now offer motion-preserving solutions to patients who were never considered candidates for disc replacement-patients with prior fusions, complex anatomies, or multilevel disease.' The Masterclass begins on June 19, 2025, with a dinner and pre-conference case discussions, followed by a full day of expert-led lectures and panels on June 20 at the nhow Amsterdam RAI Hotel. Dr. Todd Lanman will join a distinguished international faculty that includes Dr. Scott Blumenthal (Texas Back Institute), Prof. Dr. Rudolf Bertagnoli (Pro-Spine ECSA, Germany), Dr. Thierry Marnay (CCV Montpellier, France), and Prof. Matthew Scott-Young (Gold Coast Spine, Australia). Dr. Thierry Marnay will deliver a keynote lecture entitled 'What Gives? Why are Spine Surgeons So Far Behind Total Joint Surgeons?' addressing systemic, cultural, and clinical barriers to wider adoption of disc arthroplasty. He will also co-lead participant case discussions, contribute to the session on advanced lumbar case reviews, and serve on the expert faculty panel for complex cervical case analysis Prof. Matthew Scott-Young will open the Masterclass with a program overview and contribute to case discussions throughout the event. His formal lectures will address cervical disc indications, including motion preservation versus ACDF, and provide an in-depth analysis of cervical disc designs, covering implant materials, mechanical philosophy, and evolving technologies such as fixed versus mobile cores. Prof. Dr. Rudolf Bertagnoli will present on lumbar complications and revision surgery strategies, including case examples highlighting surgical decision-making in complex revision scenarios. He will also lead sessions on optimizing surgical technique for multilevel cervical arthroplasty and challenging anatomy and participate in interactive discussions on complex cervical cases and disc selection considerations by spinal level. Dr. Scott Blumenthal will deliver a foundational lecture on lumbar disc arthroplasty, focusing on indications, patient selection, and clinical evidence, as well as considerations for when fusion may still be relevant. He will also lead case discussions on lumbar pathology, and present strategies for cervical revision surgery and participate in the final panel addressing the future of disc arthroplasty. The Masterclass underscores a growing international consensus that spinal fusion should no longer be the default solution for degenerative disc disease and that total disc arthroplasty is both viable and preferable in an expanding range of cases. About Dr. Todd H. Lanman Dr. Todd H. Lanman is a globally recognized spinal neurosurgeon, thought leader, and innovator in motion-preserving spine surgery. With over three decades of clinical experience and more than 25 years in practice in Beverly Hills, he is the founder of Lanman Spinal Neurosurgery and ADR Spine. Dr. Lanman has pioneered numerous surgical firsts in artificial disc replacement (ADR), multilevel arthroplasty, and fusion reversal. He is also a lecturer, educator, and contributor to peer-reviewed publications, advancing the field of spine surgery both academically and in practice. About Lanman Spinal Neurosurgery Lanman Spinal Neurosurgery is a leading center for advanced spine care specializing in artificial disc replacement, fusion reversal, and motion preservation. With a focus on restoring full function and range of motion, the practice has been at the forefront of spine health innovation for over 25 years. About ADR Spine ADR Spine is a national leader in motion-preserving spinal care, dedicated to advancing the science and practice of artificial disc replacement. Founded by Dr. Todd H. Lanman, ADR Spine is a trusted platform connecting patients with top spine arthroplasty specialists. Through its Top Doctors in Arthroplasty program, ADR Spine rigorously evaluates surgeons based on outcomes, success rates, and clinical expertise. Learn more at CONTACT: Brandi Kamenar Brandi Kamenar Brand Management 310-734-6180 SOURCE: Lanman Spinal Neurosurgery press release
Irish Times
18-06-2025
- Health
- Irish Times
CHI chief to apologise to patients, families and public over ‘great pain inflicted' on some in its care
The head of Children's Health Ireland (CHI) is to apologise to patients, their families and the public over 'revelations relating to our culture, governance and practices' that have led to 'great pain being inflicted upon some of those who were in our care'. In a statement to the Oireachtas Committee on Health on Thursday, CHI chief executive Lucy Nugent is expected to say: 'I am sorry on behalf of the management of Children's Health Ireland and I am sorry on behalf of the entire organisation.' She is also to say that CHI will be 'ready and able' to take over the new national children's hospital when it opens. Ms Nugent and senior CHI figures are scheduled to answer questions at the committee following scandals at the organisation including the implantation of unauthorised springs in children who underwent spinal surgery and indications that some children had unnecessary hip operations . READ MORE There was also an internal report highlighting difficult relationships between staff in one unit and it raised questions over how the National Treatment Purchase Fund was operated. In her opening statement, Ms Nugent is expected to say: 'We want the best possible outcome for our children when they go into hospital and when they leave hospital. When that does not happen, children are failed and trust is broken'. She is to say CHI's mission statement includes an aim 'to promote and provide child-centred, research-led, learning informed healthcare to the highest standards of safety and excellence'. 'On occasions we have failed to do that,' she is expected to say. Ms Nugent is also to say that between January and May, a further 254 procedures had been added to the spinal surgery waiting list at CHI. 'This is compared to 193 procedures added for the same period in 2024. While we are doing more spinal surgeries this year (210 so far), we are also seeing more outpatients and adding more procedures to the waiting lists,' she is to say in the statement, which adds that important progress is being made every month. Ms Nugent is to tell the committee that initiatives taken by the spinal surgery management unit have reduced the waiting time for outpatient appointments by 40 per cent. 'We acknowledge that waiting times for patients are still too long, and we continue to work to reduce the length of time that patients are waiting for appointments.' She is also to say that the recent audit of developmental dysplasia of the hip surgeries, which involved 147 random and anonymous cases, found that thresholds for recommending pelvic osteotomy procedures varied between CHI at Crumlin , CHI at Temple Street and the National Orthopaedic Hospital in Cappagh . 'All families have been sent a letter which details if their child was part of the audit and what their next steps will be,' Ms Nugent is to say in her statement. 'Multi-disciplinary team review clinics have started. This is a once-off review to assess complications only and determine the current clinical state of each patient. After this, patients enter the recommended normal follow-up process. To date 105 appointments have been offered, with 60 patients seen. 'We are arranging these clinics as quickly as possible and hope to have seen all children within six months.' Ms Nugent is also to say that integrating services, functions and teams across three centres to become a single organisation had 'not always been easy'. 'But it is being done and continues to be done. We will continue to ensure and progress CHI's readiness as an organisation to move into the new hospital.'
BBC News
14-06-2025
- General
- BBC News
Police dog who 'gave everything' needs £14k surgery
A retired police dog commended for her bravery will need a critical spinal surgery costing £14,000 to stop her losing all mobility, an animal charity Kent Police dog Coty, who served for nearly four years, was involved in numerous operations including at the G7 summit in was also commended for catching criminals such as a domestic abuse suspect hiding in a crop five-year-old Coty, who retired in July 2024 after suffering from arthritis and two cysts on her spine, will now require major surgery to save her from being put down, the National Foundation for Retired Service Animals (NFRSA) says. 'She gave everything' PC Lisa Milligan, Coty's owner and former handler, said: "She just wants to run again."She lived for the job - always the first to leap into action, to sniff out a clue, to stand between danger and me. "She gave everything and now she can't even stand properly on her own."Coty joined Kent Police at 10 weeks old and went on to win multiple awards for obedience and tracking operations she was involved in included chasing suspects from a cannabis farm and finding a road traffic collision suspect hiding in a river. Coty's retirement came after she began to lose control of her back legs, and she had surgery to remove cysts from her the NFRSA say she needs stabilising rods placed into two areas of her charity is fundraising to pay for the surgery comes amid calls from animal charity the Thin Blue Paw for ex-police dogs to receive a pension to pay for vet Duchess of York Sarah Ferguson, patron of the NFRSA, said: "Coty's tragic story reminds us of their dedication. I hope the entire country gets behind this beautiful police dog, whose shining career has been cut so tragically short."
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Surgeons plot epic Norfolk circuit in bid for new £800k x-ray system
Spinal surgeons from Norfolk's largest hospital have plotted an epic summer challenge in a bid to secure a new £800k x-ray system for the department. Members of the spinal surgery team at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital are set to complete a circular route of Norfolk on water, foot and bicycle which will see them visit all three of the region's main hospitals. Setting off on Monday, the team is set to travel by river from Norwich to the James Paget University Hospital in Gorleston - rowing as close as possible to the sister hospital. A map showing the route the surgeons will take (Image: NNUH) From there, they will walk from Gorleston to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in King's Lynn, taking the coastal path to visit Cromer Hospital along the way. And the final leg of their epic challenge will see them cycle from the QEH back to the N&N - with the challenge taking place across June. They are taking part in the challenge to raise funds to purchase a new x-ray system for the department capable of taking images with a 70pc reduction in radiation exposure. Tom Marjoram (Image: NNUH) Consultant spinal surgeon Tom Marjoram said: "This is especially important in children who are more vulnerable to radiation exposure, especially to the abdomen and pelvis. "It also allows images to be taken in one picture rather than having to stitch them together, which reduces the chance of errors and increases measurement accuracy." The equipment- a low dose x-ray imaging system - costs in the region of £800,000 - with the challenge taking place during Scoliosis Awareness Month. Mr Marjoram added: "This system will help reduce waiting times for diagnostic imaging and will mean that patients who require regular repeated scanning, especially from children, will receive low doses of radiation across their lifetime, reducing the possibility of long-term harm that comes from radiation exposure." To support the appeal, visit
