Many orthopedic companies have prioritized commercializing solutions to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR). CAM Bioceramics is designing and developing antimicrobial strategies based on calcium phosphates (CaPs) for hard and soft tissues. The company aims to research new technological solutions that prevent AMR.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) enhances the efficiency of dimensional inspections of orthopedic implants. This presentation will highlight the benefits of AI in the quality control process, including increased efficiency and the improved safety and performance of orthopedic implants.
Implantable orthopedic devices have an extensive history with gamma irradiation. This presentation will compare gamma to x-ray, describe similarities and differences, showcase the benefits of adding x-ray sterilization, and discuss considerations in validation and transfers from one radiation technology to another.
Computational Modeling & Simulation has the potential to revolutionize orthopedic device design and development. This presentation shares practical applications of the technology, how orthopedic companies can use it successfully and looks ahead to future applications of the tools.
Orthopedic manufacturers that take deep dives into data to run agile and resilient supply chains stay ahead of the competition — especially during uncertain times. This panel discussion outlines the benefits of leveraging technology to remain nimble in decision-making, better informed about managing inventory levels and prepared to proactively solve supply chain issues with hospital customers.
Orthopedic companies are developing smart implants that incorporate battery-powered sensors and self-sensing constructs to collect data and heal bones. This panel discussion includes startups and researchers who will share how they designed and developed their technologies, what data their implants track and why smart implants are critical for advancing patient care.
Product evaluation and supply chain committees are the gatekeepers of new technologies gaining entrance into hospitals. This surgeon-led session shares ways that multidisciplinary teams weigh evidence-based information on product quality and clinical data, patient safety, revenue enhancements, reimbursement considerations and more.
Additive manufacturing is now accepted as a manufacturing method for orthopedic implants, but it remains limited to one material for each printing process. This presentation will review state-of-the-art multi-metal printing, including the technical challenges, potential applications, and ways that Amnovis is advancing the technology for the orthopedic industry.
Surface finishing of joint and trauma implants is key to achieving the final performance of your products. Understanding the various finishing methods and their applications is critical because they can impact your production costs and labor needs. This session covers different surface finishing methods and how they can help you optimize your manufacturing process.
The orthopedic device industry must attract and retain employees who are engaged, feel valued and take pride in the quality of their work. Orchid has taken a project management approach to employee training and development processes at our largest manufacturing facility. This presentation reviews our efforts and the impact they’ve had on employee attraction, retention and customer service.
