The shortage of ETO suppliers is stressing orthopedic device companies.
Key Points Research suggests fewer ETO sterilization suppliers in the US due to stricter regulations and health concerns. It seems […]
Key Points Research suggests fewer ETO sterilization suppliers in the US due to stricter regulations and health concerns. It seems […]
At what point did selling orthopedic products stop being about clinical value and patient outcomes—transforming entirely into a game of
GLP-1 drugs (e.g., Ozempic, Mounjaro), primarily used for type 2 diabetes and weight loss, can have several implications for potential
Our industry is shifting fast, and some old ways are losing ground. I am tracking a few changes to keep
Like it or not, AI will erase the British spellings in Orthopedics forever. The British spelling “orthopaedics,” with its elegant
Let’s fix orthopedics. Deep down, I’m an optimist, fervently believing that we can elevate orthopedics to new heights. However, our
I just read a nice article in BoneZone about how the TKA market is ballooning, thanks to our aging population,
Ok, what is a Confusopoly ? Definition: A confusopoly refers to a market strategy where market leaders intentionally create complexity
Hey there, it’s Tiger Buford, your “go-to” retained recruiter in orthopedics who understands startups. I talk with ortho company leaders
We may be on the cusp of a new upgrade with robotics. We’re not just talking about a little tweak
Today I wanna dive into something that really resonates with me – Simplicity. Now, Steve Jobs had this favorite piece
Warning – This is a very technical article about the top technology trends to watch in 2025. Very few ortho
This case study offers valuable insights for orthopedic surgeons, rehabilitation specialists, and entrepreneurs interested in developing medical devices. By walking
Here’s a strange trend that I am seeing in orthopedic startups right now… First time CEOs who are not equipped
This is a BoneChat discussion #49 between Bill Hunter and the BoneChat members. Bill Hunter is the founder and CEO
I see trends. Some are obvious. Others are not. The shrinking startup is really happening today, but it is subtle.
Change in our beloved orthopedics industry is both relentless and accelerating. For an individual working inside the industry to comprehend
This year, orthopedics is at a tipping point. The products have become too complicated. The systems have grown too complex,
Something has to change. Hospitals have staffing problems. Reimbursements are lower each year. Ortho surgeons must perform more cases to
Tenet Healthcare, the Dallas-based parent company of United Surgical Partners International, is rapidly pivoting its strategy by selling off hospitals
Where are the moon shots today ? In this decade, we just don’t see orthopedic startups taking moonshots like the
Hospitals and ASCs are at their breaking point with labor issues. If your ortho solution does not help their business,
Editorial comment: The rising trend of hip and knee replacements among younger patients, as promoted by experts like Dr. Richard
I believe that the future of ortho startups will be completely different from what we see today. These companies will
Orthopedics has been good to most of us. We all know that it’s an industry that genuinely helps people. Our
A step in the right direction. Finally a company is downsizing these giant expensive robots. Think Surgical is miniaturizing robotic
Fact: The spine industry moves so fast that there is no time for clinical studies. Since there is no time
website – https://www.tracpatch.com/ As you know, I have written about TracPatch many times on the blog. I am a big
Our orthopedic industry is constantly changing. For early-stage orthopedic companies some things are getting EASIER, but most things are getting
The year 2000- Surgeon – “This is the implant system that I want to use and my rep will handle
Artificial intelligence is making critical health care decisions. The sheriff is MIA. (Politico by RUTH READER) Doctors are already using unregulated
The ortho market is changing faster than ever because of technology, a new financial environment, shifts in demographics, new drugs
For the first time in the history of spine surgery, an abundance of motion-preserving options compels US surgeons to consider
Phil Sayles shared “How Digital Sets and Trays Maximize Orthopedic Rep Efficiency, Service, and Income”. Watch the discussion with Phil here
Friction may be the most underrated concept in creating a sustainable profitable orthopedic business. In a previous “push-versus-pull” article I
Four surgeon authors make a case for environmental sustainability in orthopedics in Orthopedics Today. Key takeaways: The orthopedic specialty generates
Are you a sales professional who want MORE control and agency over your sales career? Stu has the answer for
The big conferences are experiencing a gradual decline in several key aspects. This trend can be attributed to a series
It’s inevitable. Today’s mechanical robots will become smaller and smaller… until one day they just disappear. Imaging and navigation will
In this age of innovation, OrthoStreams frequently discusses the latest acquisitions and speculates about future developments. However, it’s worth noting
Stryker launches direct-to-patient marketing campaign for Mako surgical robot (MassDevice) Stryker announced today that it launched a nationwide, direct-to-patient marketing campaign.
Below are 8 technology based trends in the ortho industry this year. 1/ The rise of robotic surgery: Robotic surgery
(Guest article by Jason Murphy, President/CEO Next Chapter Manufacturing + NXCMED) In the field of orthopedics, additive manufacturing has emerged
Remote Monitoring using Wearable Technology after Knee Arthroplasty Using a Joint-Specific Wearable Device: A Prospective Cohort Study of 435 patients
Orthopedic Implant Manufacturer, As a leader in the orthopedic industry, you know the importance of staying up-to-date with the latest
1/ Is funding of AI-based startups hype or is this the new future ? 2/ Will AI systems based on
What some people recognize as “fearlessness” in a successful company, is really just “persistence”. Tiger at TMC Recently, I had
Profitable > Unprofitable You want to work inside a break-even business or profitable business. Unprofitable ortho businesses are under extreme
With the coming deluge of AI solutions into Medtech and orthopedics, how can any singular solution emerge as being immediately
When one Ortho company leads with a new chicken sandwich, every other ortho company follows with a chicken sandwich. When