How To Build A More Resilient Supply Chain Post COVID-19
Joint replacement surgeon Vinod Dasa, M.D., says there will be a heightened focus on eliminating waste and redundancies, especially in the “last mile” of the supply chain. Apr 09, 2020
Studies Shed Light on Late-Onset Infection
While the spine industry has focused on 3D printed cages, enabling technology and minimally invasive surgery, it has forgotten a critical priority: infection prevention, says Aakash Agarwal, Ph.D., Director of Research at Spinal Balance. Mar 18, 2020
7 Digital Tools We Wanted to See at AAOS
Robotic systems would have undoubtedly received major play at the Annual Meeting. We pulled together recent strategic activity to provide greater insight. Mar 18, 2020
What is the Future of Orthopedic Innovation? Lessons from HSS
In moving to the provider side of orthopedics after spending decades in industry, Doug Leach has learned a valuable lesson: Partner with providers. Not just the surgeon. Feb 18, 2020
Spinal Kinetics Founder Shares Keys to Startup Success
Many of the lessons that Tom Afzal has applied throughout his career he learned while working at American Hospital Supply Corporation—one of the largest medical device companies in the ‘70s-‘80s—his first professional position after college. As part of a management path program, Mr. Afzal was required to work in many functional areas of the company—sales, marketing, finance, production, R&D, quality, etc. Jan 21, 2020
Member Success Story: Marty Altshuler Shares Lessons Learned in Building a Spine Company
Marty Altshuler and Rick Henson were given an opportunity to acquire spinal products and transition from distributorship to a full line implant manufacturing company. They made the deal and founded ChoiceSpine back in 2006. Oct 24, 2019
3 Questions on the Spine Reimbursement Environment
The spine market’s evolving reimbursement landscape can be hard for device companies and surgeons to navigate. While at NASS, we asked reimbursement expert Kim Norton for a high-level view of the reimbursement shifts taking place today. Ms. Norton is Vice President of Reimbursement for Simplify Medical and serves as a consultant, including in reimbursement and payor relations for Aesculap. Oct 24, 2019
MNVC to Provide Startup and Investment Forecasts from Industry Veterans and Newcomers
Twenty-two private companies developing new and emerging technologies, including hardware, biologics, software and diagnostics, are expected to provide pitches at MNVC. Sep 20, 2019
Orthopedic Market Forces to Watch: A Conversation with Ali Madani
The growth of robotics, additive, outsourcing and mid-sized device companies and contract manufacturers are among the main narratives that we-like Mr. Madani-expect will shape industry dynamics in the coming years. Jun 19, 2019
Surgeon Insight: The Future of the Anterior Approach in Hip Replacement
DePuy Synthes announced the Anterior Advantage Matta Method in 1Q19. The namesake of the program, Joel Matta, M.D., is a surgeon at The Steadman Clinic, Co-founder and Chairman of the Anterior Hip Foundation and a pioneer of the anterior approach. He began using the anterior approach in the late '90s and has remained dedicated to the technique, noting that it results in tissue preservation and shorter recovery time. More than two decades later, he remains committed to teaching and advancing the anterior approach. May 22, 2019
