Complexity isn't just a byproduct; it's often a strategy.
The orthopedic device industry, much like credit card companies or car dealerships, operates within what Scott Adams might call a "confusopoly" – an environment where confusion is manufactured to obscure choices and secure sales. This deliberate complexity affects hospitals, surgeons, and patients alike, creating a veil over what should be a transparent healthcare process.
This comment from David KIRWAN - Orthopaedic Surgeon on my complexity posting, REALLY got me thinking. Transcribed below.
Great insight. Improving "the system" is ...
