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Stryker’s MacMillan and JNJ’s Weldon both pointed to the world’s aging population as a major factor which could pull orthopedics out of the Great Recession. How might that happen? Hear what they told analysts.
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“70% of Stiff Shoulders Have Sugar Issue” says Dr. John Kelly….Shortage of Orthopedic Surgeons? New studies say YES…Are surgeons being punished for innovation –but rewarded for efficiency? … Mike Zafirovski, John Murphy Join DJO…and more.
Amputee Bryn Byers is ready to race; Source: Prosthetic Laboratories
How does Rochester’s Prosthetic Laboratories deliver such consistently successful prosthetics for amputees? They work with prosthetically aware surgeons but more importantly they manage the “relay race”. For a fascinating peak into how a successful prosthetics lab works, read on.
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K2M, already one of the most successful spine start-ups in history, added more than 100 employees in the last 12 months and sharply accelerated new product introductions. This week we unlock the secret to K2M’s ability to grow in an otherwise stagnant industry.
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Has Dr. Javad Parvizi found THE solution for infection detection?…Applicant boom at HSS (and elsewhere)…James Lightman New VP at Wright…Are there surprises in store for young orthopedists flocking to hospital employment?…and more.
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What happens when two of the largest orthopedic company’s merge? If it’s San Francisco and if it’s DePuy buying Synthes then the answer is sales reps jumping to greener pastures. The inevitable lawsuit was filed three days after Christmas. Bottom line; Synthes is shocked! Shocked! Details here.
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“Who will see Medicare patients?” wonders an anonymous total joint surgeon…Jim Andrews, M.D. joins IntelliCell board…Do balloon tamps trump open reduction?…“Mac” Evarts, M.D. to lead OMeGA Medical Grants Board…and more.
