Peter J. Millett, M.D., M.Sc. has been awarded the Orthopedic Technology & Innovation Research Award from Arthrex, Inc. for his significant research contributions.
Dr. Millett is the director of shoulder surgery at The Steadman Clinic and a member of the scientific advisory board for the Steadman Philippon Research Institute. The award included a $50,000 grant for orthopedic research.
As the company wrote in its February 7, 2018 news release, “The awarding committee’s goal was to recognize an outstanding individual who has conducted independent research activities that aligned with Arthrex strategic objectives in order to ‘Help Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better.’ The award criteria included:
- Clinically Significant Contribution to the Field
- Writing Quality
- Conceptual Framework
- Methodological Approach
- Interpretation of Findings
“Dr. Millett has authored over 200 peer-reviewed, scientific articles, numerous book chapters, and 4 books on Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, and Shoulder Surgery. Through his dedication to orthopedic research, Dr. Millett pioneered an advanced arthroscopic shoulder preservation procedure known as the Comprehensive Arthroscopic Management (CAM) procedure. He is also known for his work on complex rotator cuff repairs. Dr. Millett developed a double-row repair technique (Arthrex Speed Bridge) that is one of the most commonly used surgical methods to repair torn rotator cuff tendons.”
Chris Adams, M.D., Arthrex VP of Global Medical Education said, “We were honored to present this prestigious award to Dr. Millett who has proven to be at the forefront of orthopedic surgery. His passion for helping surgeons treat their patients better is undeniable and evident in all that he does.”
Dr. Millett told OTW, “While the exact research project is not yet defined, the funds will be used to support my ongoing studies in biomechanics, regenerative medicine, and clinical outcomes to continue to find ways to help people with sports medicine injuries heal faster and better!”
Asked how he might counsel younger orthopedic researchers, he noted, “My advice to young researchers is twofold: one, always have an open mind for you know not when a great idea might present itself, and two, write down your ideas, for while you may not be able to do the study right away, over time if you collate your ideas eventually you will recognize some important themes that are worthy of deeper study.”
