Features
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Coatings/Surface Modification | Laser Processing
A Laser Focus on Implant Surfaces
Lasers enable a reduction of risk and manufacturing cost in the fabrication of textured titanium implants.Erik Poulsen, Medical Market Segment Manager, GF Machining Solutions 09.19.18
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Biocompatibility & Testing
Testing in a Rapidly Changing World
OEMs seek risk assessment of their devices while regulatory scrutiny focuses on data and new requirements.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 09.19.18
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Assembly & Automation | Contract Manufacturing | Machining & Tooling
Meticulous Machinery: Shifting Machining Offerings to Full Service
Machining vendors push to be vertically integrated and automate more aspects of the process to better serve customers.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 09.19.18
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Spine/Neurology
Giving Back: An Examination of the Spine Technologies Sector
Growth in the spinal market will likely be achieved through differentiated solutions that meet patients’ needs.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 09.19.18
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Biologics | Bracing/Prosthetics | Extremities | Imaging | Instruments | Large Joint | MIS/Robotics | Spine/Neurology | Trauma/Sports
2018 Top 10 Global Orthopedic Device Firms
Robotics and leadership changes defined the 2017 fiscal year among the largest orthopedic firms.08.15.18
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Design | Materials | Prototyping | Research & Development
New Technologies Reshape Orthopedic Design
Additive manufacturing, materials, software, and human factors considerations all impact today’s development strategies.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 08.15.18
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Addressing Peak Issues in Medtech: MPO Summit Preview
The 2018 MPO Summit heads to Colorado for discussion, education, and networking.Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 08.15.18
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Extremities | Spine/Neurology | Trauma/Sports
Bright Horizons: Highlighting Six Orthopedic Technology Companies to Watch
A look at six orthopedic firms likely to garner significant attention in the years to come.ODT Staff 08.15.18
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Coatings/Surface Modification
Surface Tension: Surface Treatment Considerations for Orthopedics
Increasing regulatory scrutiny has device manufacturers evaluating new coatings and surface treatment technologies.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 05.29.18
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Extremities
Shouldering Growth: An Examination of the Extremities Implant Sector
Implant manufacturers are boosting profits and gaining extremities market share through expanded shoulder and ankle options.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.29.18
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Contract Manufacturing | Design | Extremities | Large Joint | Machining & Tooling | Materials | Spine/Neurology
Built to Last: A Roundtable on Orthopedic Implant Manufacturing
Roundtable discussion examines the significant forces at work impacting orthopedic and spinal implant manufacturing.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 05.29.18
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg.
Impact of Additive Manufacturing on the Orthopedic Industry
Direct metal printing enables a number of benefits to enhance today’s bone replacement offerings.Hannelore Eykens and Ruben Wauthle, Ph.D., 3D Systems—Healthcare 03.21.18
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Spine/Neurology
Exiting a World of Pain
Groundbreaking neurostimulation technologies could help mitigate opioid abuse among chronic pain patients.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.21.18
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Coatings/Surface Modification | Laser Processing | Machining & Tooling
Maintaining a Laser Focus
Laser machining and processing advance to enable more applications for orthopedic device manufacturers.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 03.21.18
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Design | Research & Development
Top Ten Design Rules for Orthopedic Device Development
While every engineer draws from their own experiences, one designer shares his top ten guidelines for every project.John Pepper, PE, Principal Engineer, Nextremity Solutions 02.12.18
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Packaging & Sterilization
At the End of the Line—Packaging & Sterilization
In order to ensure a smooth transition from manufacturing to market, packaging and sterilization should be considered early.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 02.12.18
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Biologics
Biological Building Blocks
Manufacturers and researchers increasingly are using Mother Nature as a model to devise new healing technologies.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.12.18
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Reshaping the Tools of the Trade—Instrument Manufacturing
Surgical instrument manufacturers must be aware of rising single-use instrument adoption and surgeon ergonomics.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 02.12.18
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3-D Printing/Additive Mfg. | Design | Prototyping | Research & Development
Bringing Conceptual Design to Life Through Prototypes
OEMs seek to address speed to market and manufacturability considerations through prototype solutions.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 11.21.17
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Physician, Reinvent Thyself: A Look at Surgeon Inventors
Follow the stories of two orthopedic surgeons who realized unmet clinical needs and brought them to life.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 11.21.17
