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The One Tray EZ Tray system is something you should consider as an OEM, Distributor or Rep.  I use it all the time now,  and can say firsthand it's a winner! 

In this episode you will learn about:

-Why you should care about IFU's
-Validations...what are they?
-Why dry times?
-How the One Tray was invented
-How you can be a hero in CSS and the OR
-How this tray can help YOU

.....and so much more!!

EZ-TRAX Tray Information: https://onetray.com/products/eztrax/

Email to request free trial: [email protected]

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Device Nation goes back across the pond for a conversation with a name you need to know....Mike Tuke!  Mr. Tuke, along with Mike Freeman and Vera Pinskerova, were instrumental in bringing to market what is now a ubiquitous articulation, the medially-stabilized knee. We talk about his storied career involving Finsbury Orthopedics, Delta Motion, Corin, MatOrtho, as well as learning about the new Recerf COC hip resurfacing system and the unique Saiph knee!

"If you don't have a go, you'll never know"

ReCerf: https://www.matortho.com/news/recerf-ceramic-hip-resurfacing
Saiph Knee: https://www.matortho.com/products/saiph-knee-system

Looking for marginal gains in your OR or ASC?  Check out the One Tray EZ-Trax system! https://onetray.com/products/eztrax/

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Grapevine, Texas is officially in the rearview mirror!

Device Nation shares thoughts from the trip, the floor,  and presents quite possibly the least prestigious awards of the entire meeting...."Best Pitch" and "Purple Cow!"  

We take the mic into some of the booths to share what industry is excited about.  What excited you?

This is officially a "don't miss" meeting in our space, look forward to seeing you there next year!!

Official Site: https://meeting.aahks.org
Poster Exhibits: https://aahks.apprisor.org/epsWelcome.cfm?CFID=2220476&CFTOKEN=aa8195db8979e1c1-29F453CC-0254-9A02-1CB99B8D7DD25BC5
Dr. Parvizi Keynote Address: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y23Tex8heSY

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Centennial Celebration!  100 episodes is a special milestone, so today we bring a very special guest for a very special audience.....an inspiring conversation with reconstruction legend Dr. Bill Harris!!

Introducing him is but another very special guest,  current President of the Hip Society and Harris Hip Fellow, Dr. Bill Jiranek!

You will learn:
-The origin of the modular acetabular shell
-Osteolysis, and how it was eradicated
-The genesis of cross-linked polyethylene
-The eventual prevention of DVT

And much, much, more!!

LifetimeAchievement Award: https://www.globenewswire.com/en/news-release/2022/09/28/2524382/0/en/94-Year-Old-Orthopaedic-Surgeon-William-H-Harris-M-D-World-Renowned-Medical-Pioneer-Inventor-Mentor-Receives-Lifetime-Achievement-Award.html
Q & A: https://blog.oup.com/2018/01/dr-william-h-harris-reflects-career-advancing-orthopedic-surgery/
Harris Hip Score: https://www.physio-pedia.com/Harris_Hip_Score#:~:text=The%20HHS%20is%20a%20measure,and%2090–100%20%3D%20excellent.


Marginal gains....Getting better by 1% every day can payoff exponentially over time!!

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Device Nation travels across the pond for a cuppa and a sit down with Consultant Surgeons Derek McMinn and Ronan Treacey!  Pioneers in the hip resurfacing procedure, we talk about the BHR, MOM, NIH,  Purple Cows and Polymotion!  So much respect for these bright as a button blokes, their passion and belief in this procedure (in spite of significant headwinds) will inspire you!!

You will learn:
-Why "Mister" instead of "Doctor"
-Does volume matter as an NIH surgeon
-What role do reps play in the UK
-The pitfalls and pearls of MOM
-The development of their solution...the BHR
-The newest flavor: Polymotion
.....and so much more!!


Mr. Derek Mcminn: https://www.mcminncentre.co.uk/derek-mcminn.html
Mr. Ronan Treacey: https://www.ronantreacy.co.uk/
Birmingham Hip Resurfacing: http://www.losmdfw.com/bhr/implant.htm
Polymotion: https://www.jointmedica.com/thepolymotionhr

Mentorship and Sponsorship:  
How are they connected?  Are we "Sponsor Worthy?"

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A truly inspiring conversation with the COO of Zimmer-Biomet, Ivan Tornos!  Truly a successful summiteer of so many mountains in our  industry,  what can we learn from this accomplished climber to help us on our journey?   

Nearly 3 decades of success in the medical space delivering on commitments at every turn, you'll want to take notes on this episode as he shares:

-Device Rep predictors of success 
-What are the 4 ways in which we approach problems
-The difference between "mentorship" and "sponsorship"
-The value of thinking beyond the Operating Room

.......and much, much more!!

Health Care Technology Award: https://thehealthcaretechnologyreport.com/the-top-25-healthcare-technology-leaders-of-new-york-for-2023/
Careers at Zimmer Biomet: https://www.zimmerbiomet.com/en/about-us/careers.html
"I say buy ZMH" https://www.cnbc.com/2023/07/25/cramers-lightning-round-zimmer-biomet-is-a-buy.html

"Belief" eventually affects "Destiny"....what belief systems aid us in our summit attempts, and which have the potential to keep us stuck at basecamp?   

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Part Two of an inspiring conversation with Greg Paul, the only known person to have summited Mt Everest sporting  bilateral knee replacements….just an incredible story! 

You'll learn which implant company has the bragging rights, the storm that almost ended everything, Krakaur's book "Into Thin Air", what's up with the  trash pile on the summit, and much more!!

We continue our "Summit Series",  as we learn from Greg Pauls experience on how to summit these personal and professional mountains, both safely AND successfully!  What do YOU really believe about yourself, others,  and the tasks in front of you?

If you hold a Belief,
You think a Thought,

If you sow a Thought,
you reap an Action

If you sow an Action,
you reap a Habit

If you sow a Habit,
you reap a Character

If you sow a Character,
You reap a DESTINY

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greg.paul.777
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregclimbing/?hl=en
The Story: https://www.deseret.com/2016/6/11/20590191/how-a-61-year-old-utah-man-made-history-by-summiting-everest-with-two-artificial-knees

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Prontosan is a great wound irrigation solution that can potentially take the wound from "clean enough" to "more than enough."

JOEI publication: https://journaloei.scholasticahq.com/article/72787-novel-intra-operative-wound-irrigation-solution-to-manage-infection-prevention-in-patients-undergoing-primary-joint-arthroplasty-retrospective-revie

More information: https://www.bbraunusa.com/en/products-and-therapies/wound-management.html



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You might need supplemental oxygen on hand for this episode as we’re going 30,000 feet up talking with Greg Paul, the only known person to have summited Mt Everest, the highest mountain above sea level, with not a microfracture, not a pfj, not a uni nor a TKA,  that would be too easy!   He got his 44,250 steps in with bilateral knee replacements….just an incredible and inspiring story! 

So what do YOU want to achieve personally, relationally, professionally this week, this month, this year and what are the obstacles in the way?  Today marks the launch of our "Summit Series",  as we learn from Greg Pauls experience to how summit these personal and professional mountains, both safely AND successfully!

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The Story: https://www.deseret.com/2016/6/11/20590191/how-a-61-year-old-utah-man-made-history-by-summiting-everest-with-two-artificial-knees

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Device Nation leaves the OR suite and heads to the C-Suite for an inspiring conversation with Francesco Siccardi!  We talk about his current role as CEO at Medacta, "bikinis",  Geisinger, KA, sphere, even a little guitar! 

Mr. Siccardi joined Medacta International in 2002 and served as a Member of its Board of Directors since 2003. He then served on the Board of the Company from its incorporation until March 21, 2019. Following the retirement of the Company’s Chairman, Mr. Siccardi was appointed Chief Executive Officer as of November 1, 2018. Prior to becoming CEO, he served as Executive Vice-President and Medical Affairs Manager (from 2013 to 2014) and as Executive Vice-President (from 2014 to 2018). He further served on the Board of various Medacta Group companies internationally.

Medacta is an international company specializing in the design, production, and distribution of innovative orthopaedic products, as well as in the development of accompanying surgical techniques. Established in 1999 in Switzerland, Medacta is active in joint replacement, spine surgery, and sports medicine.

Through the M.O.R.E. Institute, Medacta supports surgeons with a comprehensive and tailored program dedicated to the advancement of medical education. Medacta is headquartered in Castel San Pietro, Switzerland, and operates in over 50 countries.

Website: https://www.medacta.com
Career Opportunities: https://www.medacta.com/EN/careers

We explore the "N" in our PAIN mnemonic, as we conclude our Joy and Pain series...."Nventory!"  Since manufacturing more implants for ourselves isn't an option,  what ARE our options???

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