Drill Press Review: These Basic Principles Can Benefit Design for Manufacturability
The main purpose of a drill press is to machine holes. Orthopedic engineers should keep the following rules in mind...
Feb 22 2019,
Guidance
In Your Experience…Advice from Orthopedic Leaders to Inspire and Guide Your Year
We dove into our archives to gather advice from industry success stories—these experts model traits that make a successful businessperson...
Feb 11 2019,
Trauma Surgeon: Value-Based Orthopaedic Care Can Positively Impact U.S. Healthcare
"The majority of devices have become commodities," says Dr. Peter Althausen. "Devices coming to market have not demonstrated improved outcomes,...
Jul 27 2018,
Success Story: Bruce Stroever on 30 Years of Leadership at MTF
Do what you say you’re going to do – pay attention – embrace change – have vision…recently retired MTF Biologics...
Jul 20 2018,
2011 Revisited: Guy Bradshaw Success Story
Bradshaw Medical's founder shares how he grew his company to $25-$30 million in 12 years. "First and foremost, never forget where you...
May 23 2018,
Increase Your Knowledge With Advice on Technology, Cost Pressures, Patient Outcomes
We asked you to share one piece of advice for 2018 and beyond—we highlight several of your responses and offer...
May 21 2018,
Eight Steps to Project Triage
Choosing which high-priority projects to work on first can be a challenging task; forming a strategy for triage is a...
May 01 2018,
Why One Surgeon Entrepreneur is Focused on MIS, Orthobiologics and UDI
Patrick Sweeney, M.D. is Founder of the Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery, an ambulatory surgery center in Illinois that addresses...
Apr 18 2018,
NuVasive Founder Talks Minimally Invasive Surgery
Minimally invasive surgical (MIS) products are a staple of today’s spine company portfolios. In anticipation of new devices to be...
Oct 05 2017,
Develop an Apprenticeship Program Using These Four Tips
Many device companies and suppliers have created their own apprenticeship programs to fill gaps in employment. The payoff for this...
Aug 10 2017,
The Joint Surgeon’s Wish List
In the Knowledge Pod at OMTEC 2017, Dr. Dietz, a joint surgeon, shared his take on challenges with patient care...
Aug 08 2017,
Entrepreneurial Engineering: Start with the Problem
Entrepreneurial engineers look beyond the obvious to see the bigger picture. So often, it’s less valuable to take problems at...
Aug 08 2017,
Orthopaedics’ Talent Gap: Working to Fill the Manufacturing Void
The collective brain power and skill set of the individuals within a company make that business successful. The orthopaedic industry...
Aug 04 2017,
Yes, Your Work Influences Implant Purchasing
No matter your position within your company, it’s imperative that you consider how your work impacts the value created by...
Jun 22 2017,
Upgrade Your Orthopaedic Toolbox to Achieve Your 2017 Priorities
Companies are exploring myriad approaches to diversification, from launching new brands to entering new markets to engaging in acquisitions. These...
May 24 2017,