There are many risks associated with orthopedic surgeries. A recent study has noted that nearly 50 percent of malpractice lawsuits filed by orthopedic patients were based on allegations of improper surgical performance, while 16 percent were due to allegations that the patient was improperly cared for during or after the surgery. Orthopedists in New York and throughout the country may benefit from some findings on how those risks could be reduced.