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Understanding the Costs of Care in the Orthopedic OR
The cost of operating in the OR never seems to decline.Maria Shepherd, President and Founder, Medi-Vantage 05.26.22
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Sick of Being Sick: Pandemic Fatigue Flares at AAOS
So many of us seem to be over COVID-19 from a mental standpoint, but lingering symptoms remain.Dawn A. Lissy, Founder & President, Empirical 05.26.22
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Large Joint | MIS/Robotics
A Frantic Race to Combine Orthopedic Implants and Robotics
The future of orthopedic implants is inextricably linked to surgical robotics.Ali Madani, Founder and Managing Partner, Avicenne Medical 05.26.22
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Software & Quality
Bridging the Intelligence Divide in Medical Device Commercialization
A 2021 analysis showed an unprecedented 45 percent increase in AI-driven omnichannel actions.Alan Kalton, SVP of Global Sales, Aktana 05.26.22
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Breakthrough Device Designation’s Impact on Incremental Medicare Payment
There are impactful benefits that may allow for incremental reimbursement.John McDermott and Mickayla Roan, MCRA 05.26.22
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Design | Research & Development
Seeking Production Time Savings? Consider De-Automating Dimensioning
Manually dimensioning drawings can be a better option when working with a contract manufacturer.Thomas Van Wilpe, Manufacturing Engineer, Lowell Inc 05.26.22
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Biocompatibility & Testing
The Problem Plaguing U.S. Antimicrobial Joint Implant Development
The regulatory landscape surrounding antimicrobial-associated implants is challenging to navigate.Dr. Mehdi Kazemzadeh-Narbat, Dr. Sherry Parker and Dr. Kim Ehman, WuXi AppTec 05.26.22
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Biologics
Have Researchers Found a Cure for Arthritis?
Piezoelectric polymer could provide a scaffold to regenerate cartilage.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.24.22
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What CEOs Outside Medtech Think and Why Orthopedics Firms Should Care
It’s always good to know the thoughts and opinions of leaders outside of our industry, especially during a period of turbulence.Maria Shepherd, President and Founder, Medi-Vantage 03.24.22
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Tips for Better Mental Health in Crazy Times
I designated 2022 as the year I focus on prioritizing good mental health for myself, my family, and my colleagues.Dawn A. Lissy , Founder & President, Empirical 03.24.22
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Packaging & Sterilization
EO Optimization and Potential Effects on Sterile Barrier Packaging
This article will focus on how EO-optimization efforts can affect a manufacturer’s packaging validation.Jennifer A. Gygi, Expert Technical Consultant, Nelson Laboratories 03.24.22
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Employee Retention Tax Credit—A Hidden Business Benefit
The ERC was intended to help businesses retain their workforces and avoid layoffs during the coronavirus pandemic.Chris Lake, President, JNC Lake LLC 03.24.22
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Trauma/Sports
Biomedical Textiles Are Opening the Door for Less Invasive Surgical Procedures
Offers opportunities for general surgery, neurovascular procedures, sports medicine, and endoscopy.Wes Conger, Engineering Director, Cortland Biomedical 03.24.22
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Supply Chain
The Case for Just-In-Time Inventory Systems in Challenging Times
JIT will be the inventory philosophy for the foreseeable future thanks to the pandemicTony Freeman, President, A.S. Freeman Advisors LLC 03.24.22
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Large Joint
A Look at Knee Implants Beyond the Market Leaders
There are other orthopedic companies that have created novel attributes for their knee replacement implants that allowed them entry into the market.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 02.14.22
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MIS/Robotics
Will 2022 Be the Year of Digital Orthopedic Medtech?
Are we experiencing a digital health bubble or another record-breaking year?Maria Shepherd, President and Founder, Medi-Vantage 02.14.22
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2022 Calls for Renewed Focus on Mental Health
Over the past year, I have made a point to talk about mental health during team meetings.Dawn A. Lissy, Founder & President, Empirical 02.14.22
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Bracing/Prosthetics
TWIICE Teams with Connector Company on Exoskeleton to Ensure Success
To ensure the exoskeleton functions reliably under all conditions, TWIICE relies on robust connectors.Maria Carter, Digital Marketing Specialist, Fischer Connectors Inc. 02.14.22
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Advice for a Successful Medical Device Global Registration Plan
One of the most powerful communication tools available to those responsible for placing medical devices on the market is a global registration plan.Kara Budor, M.S., Senior Manager, International Regulatory Affairs, MCRA LLC 02.14.22
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Large Joint
Has Biofilm Become a Modifiable Risk with Surgical Site Infections?
Efforts to dial back SSI rates have impacted the timing and use of pre- and intraoperative antibiotics, skin-to-skin surgical efficiencies, and other products.Dr. Jon Minter, Orthopedic Surgeon 02.14.22
