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November 2010
Spinal Tap
Stem cells, minimally invasive techniques provide patients and surgeons with alternatives to traditional spinal fusion procedures.
By Michael Barbella
Early and Often
A good orthopedic prototyping process results from early collaboration and constant feedback between OEMs and suppliers.
By Erik Swain
Treading Water
Beset by a flattening in procedures and great uncertainty in regulatory matters, the orthopedic sector still sees solid future.
By Jim Stommen
Business Process Outsourcing: Finding the Right Vendor
Selecting the right vendor-partner is critical to medical device manufacturers’ success when outsourcing business processes.
By David Borowski and Marc Tanowitz
Process Improvement
Building a Supplier Management & Development Model That Gets Results
By Jeff Jenkins
Outsourcing Efficiencies
Strategic Alliances: Simple Method for Creating Growth Without Increasing Resources
By Tricia Rodewald
September 2010
The Right Fit
Custom designed implants and instruments provide patients with greater comfort and fewer complications.
By Michael Barbella
New Products and Regulations Test the Testers
Changes in biocompatibility testing affect genotoxicity, bone replacement materials and other areas.
By Jerry Fireman
How Strong Are Your Relationships?
In a world where scrutiny is increasing and approved supplier lists are shrinking, knowing how to keep your OEM relationships strong is mission critical.
By Mark Crawford
Process Improvement
The Great Escape: Are Your Corrective Actions Yielding Unnecessary Cost and Risk?
By Jeff Jenkins
July 2010
Online Exclusive: Fit for Duty
ConforMIS measures itself by the fit of its implants.
By By Jim Stommen
Online Exclusive: Backing In
NuVasive's lateral move gives it traction in spine space.
By Jim Stommen
Small Companies, Big Ideas
Small and midsize firms are driving orthopedic innovation and challenging the big boys
By Jim Stommen
The Fabric of Healing
Biomedical textile structures are impacting the way orthopedic implants advance joint repair
By Jeffrey Koslosky
Technology Profile
How Mobile Bearing Hips Are Advancing Joint Replacement in the U.S.
By Stuart Simpson
May 2010
Implant Intricacies
To keep OEMs satisfied, implant manufacturers must meet a range of needs to move up the supply chain.
By Mark Crawford
More Than Scratching the Surface
Orthopedic device coating and surface modification processes have become more automated, improving the consistency, quality and safety of devices.
By Erik Swain
No (Small) Bones About It
Extremities market is emerging from the shadow of the large-joint sector.
By Michael Barbella
Forum for Discussion
Experts say the orthopedic industry remains positioned for growth.
By ODT Staff Report
March 2010
Providing a Push
OEMS and suppliers drive need for new materials, respond to clinical needs.
By Mark Crawford
Design Team
Physician, manufacturer collaborations are key to successful implant design.
By Michael Barbella, Managing Editor
Integrated Approach to Supplier Quality Engineering
Firms can maximize efficiency and reduce waste associated with outsourced processes.
By Saleem Ganiy, Medtronic
Building a Best-in-Class Approved Supplier List
Top five factors for choosing suppliers include audits and clear communication.
By Kelly Lucenti, Millstone Medical Outsourcing
Orthopedic Occasion
OEMs and outsourcing partners to discuss industry trends, technologies and techniques.
By Tim Sohn, Associate Editor
Process Improvement
Communication: A Process Worth Defining and Improving
By Joe Condon, Plante & Moran, PLLC
January 2010
Surgical Instrumentation Becoming More Complex
Orthopedic device OEMs are requesting sophisticated designs at lower costs.
By Tim Sohn
A New Decade of Supplier Quality
New challenges force firms to develop novel approaches to supply chain issues.
By Gerard Pearce, SQA Services
Finding the Hidden Value of Existing Inventory
There’s no quick fix; a long-term effort yields significantly bigger rewards.
By Kelly Lucenti, Millstone Medical
Implantable PEEK Polymers: A Decade of Progress in Spine
Device manufacturers continue to expand their PEEK product offerings.
By Steven M. Kurtz, Drexel University
A Changed Plan
Outgoing AAOS president discusses his "challenging" year at the helm.
By Michael Barbella
International Trade
New Global Markets: The Right Partner Helps
By John A. McAdams, Export-Import Bank
