Dr. Pracyk is Franchise Medical Director for DePuy Synthes Spine, providing clinical insight to colleagues across R&D, marketing, clinical/regulatory affairs and business development.
 

Whether you're an OEM or a contract manufacturer, margin preservation is critical to success. There are ways, even in challenging times, to reduce cost and lead times while improving margins, explains David Finch.

Of 51 products gaining clearance under FDA's Orthopedic Panel in March, we highlight the following four: a cannular system, unicompartmental knee, clavicle pin and revision tibial system.

The joint reconstruction segment is a priority for the five leading orthopaedic companies: DePuy Synthes, Zimmer Biomet, Stryker, Smith & Nephew...and yes, even Medtronic.

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Arcamed Expands Operations with 85,000-square-foot Facility Purchase

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All design changes must be verified and validated, unless you can document that verification alone is appropriate.