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Device Nation Podcast
Hosted by Kevin Brown · EN
Device Nation brings you ideas, stories and interviews from the frontlines of orthopedic device sales to encourage and inspire!
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"What was the coolest thing YOU saw at AAHKS?"
Nov 600:48:33Tap to summarizeWe presented that prompt to 30 Reps and Surgeons we so respect, here are their answers!Any of them surprise you?Overflow crowd at our 2nd annual AAHKS Rep/Surgeon Town Hall Meeting! Thank you Drs. Michael Meneghini, Cory Calendine, Brian Fuller, Paul Jacob, Michael Karch, Brown Blackwood and Eric Huebner for helping facilitate an inspiring conversation about AI, practice marketing, social media, how to sell to Surgeons and so much more!!!What was the coolest thing YOU saw??DM me with your answer, would love to hear it! https://www.linkedin.com/in/devicenation/AAHKS: https://www.aahks.orgSupport the show
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“Bone-afide” Brown Bag….Infections with Professor Martin McNally MD FRCSEd FRCS(Orth)!
Oct 2000:43:34Tap to summarizeDevice Nation sits down for an inspiring conversation with THE world's preeminent authority on bone infection, Professor Martin McNally!We talk Osteomyelitis, FRI, Girdlestone Society, antibiotic stewardship, Solario, ABX delivery carriers,rowing and a product worthy of consideration for your bag, your OR….CERAMENT G!In this episode you will learn:Where we are on the DAIRWhere the word “Girdlestone” came from How antibiotic-impregnated cement can create resistanceThe concept of "Antibiotic Stewardship”Best practices to prevent intra-op and field infectionsThe genesis of CERAMENT GGuinness Stout….to chill or not to chill?……..and so much more!!Martin McNally is Honorary Consultant in Limb Reconstruction at the Oxford Bone Infection Unit in the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Oxford University Hospitals and King James IV Professor at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.He has a particular interest in osteomyelitis, infected fractures and non-unions. He has published over 200 peer-reviewed papers, reviews and book chapters. His current research and clinical studies focus on diagnosis and treatment options together with assessment of outcomes and quality of life for infection patients. He has been a champion of multi-disciplinary working in bone infection and was lead surgeon in the Oxford Unit for 20 years. Validated protocols and treatment methods designed in Oxford are now widely used around the worldHe is Past-President of the European Bone and Joint Infection Society (EBJIS) and the Girdlestone Orthopaedic Society. He is a member of the EFORT Scientific and Education Committees and Co-chair of the International Fracture-related Infection (FRI) Group.Lastly, big announcement for those attending AAHKS this year…can’t wait to see you in Grapevine!Room: Dallas 6Friday, October 24th6:30-8:30 AMOVIVA Trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30699315/CERAMENT G: https://www.bonesupport.com/en-eu/products/cerament-g/JBJS Paper: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36047024/Professor McNally Research Works: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Martin-Mcnally-2This is an orthopedic expert discussion on the use of BONESUPPORT’s product CERAMENT(R) G. Some of the uses discussed here may not be approved or cleared by FDA. The expert is independent and the content is not in any way influenced by BONESUPPORT. For complete product information, including indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions and potential adverse events, see package insert.Support the show
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World-Renowned Surgeon and Patient ....Dr. C. Lowry Barnes AND Dr. Henry Cloud!!
Oct 1301:20:08Tap to summarizeWhat an incredible treat for the Device Nation audience today, a conversation with world-renowned Surgeon Dr. C. Lowry Barnes AND world-renowned Author, Dr. Henry Cloud!First up on deck, Dr. Henry Cloud, an acclaimed leadership expert, clinical psychologist and New York Times bestselling author. His 45 books, including the iconic Boundaries, have sold nearly 20 million copies worldwide. He has an extensive executive coaching background and experience as a leadership consultant, devoting the majority of his time working with CEOs, leadership teams, and executives to improve performance, leadership skills and culture.And what a closer, Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. C. Lowry Barnes, widely recognized as one of the foremost joint replacement experts in the world! Dr. Barnes has made substantial contributions to research focused on the hip and knee, having published more than 350 peer-reviewed articles and lectures nationally and internationally on total joint replacement surgery. He holds 7 patents for orthopaedic surgery devices and implants, and established the HipKnee Arkansas Foundation, a non-profit research foundation and motion detection laboratory to further study patients with arthritis.As a national and international thought leader in hip and knee replacement, Dr. Barnes has held numerous leadership roles in professional societies, including recently serving as the President of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS). He has also served as President of the Society for Arthritic Joint Surgery, the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association, the Southern Orthopaedic Association, and the Arkansas Orthopaedic Society.He is also actively involved in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, (AAOS) Association of Bone and Joint Surgeons, American Orthopaedic Association, and the International Society for Technology in Arthroplasty. He is also a member of The Knee Society and The Hip Society, and has served on the editorial boards of many scientific journals. Dr. Lowry Barnes: https://uamshealth.com/provider/c-lowry-barnes/Dr. Barnes Golf Lab: https://a.co/d/2cFRKZ4Dr. Barnes Medial Pivot Paper: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0883540325002335Dr. Henry Cloud: https://www.drcloud.com/Order "Trust" here: https://a.co/d/2cFRKZ4Dr. Cloud Knee Story: https://news.uams.edu/2020/09/02/henrycloud/Support the show
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Brown Bag with Tempida AI Scribe Developer Dr. Kishore Tipirneni!!
Sep 900:13:27Tap to summarizeWhat a privilege, introducing Device Nation to bestselling Sci-Fi Author, Programmer, and Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Kishore Tipirneni!The developer of "Tempida", an awesome AI-Scribe program to help Surgeons with mind-numbing EHR documentation. A great app, a great add to any Reps bag!200 Free minutes here: https://app.tempida.com/SignUp?ref=KE8080OMThe Complete Trilogy: https://www.amazon.com/New-Eden-3-book-series/dp/B08HVF54KJDr. Tipirneni Clinic: https://www.desertorthocenter.com/kishore-tipirneni-md-hip-knee-shoulder-elbow-surgeon-phoenix-az.htmlTempida Website: https://tempida.com/ Support the show
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Dr. Adam Brekke and Peter Verillo talk AI in Orthopedics....Promise, or Peril?
Aug 2801:20:57Tap to summarizeEpisode two in a Device Nation series examining what AI is bringing our way in the operative Orthopedic space!First up on deck is Peter Verillo, CEO of Redefine Surgery: "Redefine Surgery is developing the Mentor Vision System, an AI platform that helps surgeons implant instruments and devices with speed and precision. By building the world’s richest dataset of expert surgeons, we’re enabling advanced surgical guidance and creating an AI mentor capable of delivering top 1% clinical outcomes across specialties."Our closer is Duke Health Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Adam Brekke, as we talk about Texas BBQ, enabling tech, "move 37", synthetic biology and so much more!!"AI will not replace Doctors, but will instead augment them, enabling physicians to practice better medicine with greater accuracy and increased efficiency." Benjamin BellRedefine Surgery: https://www.redefinesurgery.com/Dr. Brekke Clinic: https://www.dukehealth.org/find-doctors-physicians/adam-brekke-mdMove 37: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AlphaGo_versus_Lee_SedolNexus Book: https://a.co/d/ey2EbJ6The Coming Wave Book: https://a.co/d/71CidAlSupport the show
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Dr. Michael Murphy and AI Programmer Chance Bair talk AI in Orthopedics....Promise, or Peril?
Aug 5, 202501:12:20Tap to summarizeEpisode one in a Device Nation series examining what AI is bringing our way in the operative Orthopedic space, Grok describes our time today: "AI programmer Chance Bair and Anderson Clinic Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Michael Murphy discuss the potential perils and pitfalls of integrating artificial intelligence into healthcare, particularly in orthopedics. They highlight AI's transformative potential, such as enhancing diagnostic accuracy and personalizing treatment plans, but cautioned against overreliance due to risks like algorithmic bias, data privacy concerns, and the potential for misdiagnosis if AI systems are not properly validated. Dr. Murphy emphasized the importance of maintaining human oversight to ensure patient safety, while Bair noted the challenges of developing transparent and ethical AI models in a rapidly evolving field. Both stressed the need for robust regulatory frameworks and interdisciplinary collaboration to balance innovation with accountability, ensuring AI serves as a tool to augment, not replace, clinical expertise.""You won’t lose your job to AI—you’ll lose your job to somebody who uses AI" Jensen Huang, Nvidia CEOFollow Dr. Murphy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-murphy-3bb80992/Follow Chance Bair: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chance-bair-4019a640/MORTHO: https://mortho.net/landing-page/Studio LM: https://lmstudio.aiZapier: https://zapier.comMicrosoft Azure: https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/UnderOath Album: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMeKWiwS9Ck&list=PLFpLNW92HiybhI70ZScljMWV0h4lX79oZWaymo Stats: https://www.theavindustry.org/blog/waymo-reduces-crash-rates-compared-to-human-driversSupport the show
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Brown Bag: Plastic Surgeon Dr. Mark Mofid, inventor of the amazing SYLKE Dressing!!
May 23, 202500:41:56Tap to summarizeSend us a textMeet Dr. Mark Mofid, inventor of Sylke, the first wound dressing made of pure hypoallergenic silk fibroin. Could this really be the end of "contact dermatitis" in wound closure?In this episode you will learn:Why super glue triggers contact dermatitisThe benefits of silk fibroin for woundsWhy my Mom hates staplesWhat Ortho can learn from Plastics regarding marketingWhat happened to Michael Jackson's noseWhy the subject of Buttock augmentation is EVEN on the show!...and so much more!This is a special episode, as it's so informative on so many different topics. Make sure to listen to the end, as I share my personal experience with this product in MY bag!Contact them today at: devicenation@sylke.comLearn more here: https://www.sylke.com/RUSH paper: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40349859/Arthroplasty Today: https://www.arthroplastytoday.org/article/S2352-3441(25)00055-X/fulltextModern Aesthetics: https://modernaesthetics.com/news/meet-sylke-the-first-wound-dressing-made-of-pure-hypoallergenic-silk-fibroinAesthetic Surgery Journal: https://academic.oup.com/asjopenforum/article/doi/10.1093/asjof/ojad071/7238111?login=falseSupport the show
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Mako, Trabecular Metal, 3D Printing, Osteonics, Enabling Tech.....Robert C. Cohen!!
Apr 29, 202501:14:27Tap to summarizeSend us a textDevice Nation sits down for a conversation with a true living legend in the reconstruction space, Robert Cohen. A must listen if you are passionate about all things metal, plastic, and digital!Mr. Cohen currently holds the position of President of Stryker’s Digital, Robotics, and Enabling Technologies, and has worked in the medical device industry for over thirty-five years. Mr Cohen has focused on innovation that can improve patient outcomes and has managed R&D, manufacturing, regulatory, clinical research, quality and marketing functions. Robert has more than 35 years of experience in the medical device industry, spearheading orthopaedic innovations including advanced joint replacement and spinal implants and robotics. His extensive expertise helps to ensure the organization continues to expand Stryker’s capability in digital, robotics and enabling technologies.Prior to his current role, Robert served in technical leadership roles for Implex Corp, Zimmer, Mako Surgical, and as Chief Technology Officer for Stryker’s Joint Replacement division. Robert has over 25 patents and speaks globally at medical education conferences. He also serves on numerous boards and is the Chair of the Board of Trustees of the New Jersey Institute of Technology.Robert received a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, and masters’ degrees in both engineering management and mechanical engineering (specialization in biomechanics) from the New Jersey Institute of Technology.Support the show
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Set your watch to CST, Device Nation goes "Beyond Clean" with Hank Balch!
Apr 10, 202501:30:18Tap to summarizeSend us a textDevice Nation cracks open a few trays with a real Sultan Of Sterile Processing, Hank Balch, and guess what....Zero holes!!!We talk about the amazing journey that led him to his current role as Founder and President of "Beyond Clean" and so much more.I promise you will walk away inspired!!Hank began his career in instrument reprocessing as a frontline technician in 2009, and has served as an Instrument Database Specialist, Department Manager, and System Director for various SPD departments across the country. His passion is seeing frontline Sterile Processing professionals equipped to #FightDirty, every instrument, every time. Follow Beyond Clean: https://www.beyondcleanmedia.comOrder his book: https://a.co/d/4LFOIMZ* This is a most special episode as I introduce the Device Nation audience to my amazing wife Teri!! We share our thoughts on our most recent trip to San Diego in an EV. What a journey!!Support the show
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Orthopaedic Oncologist and Industry Leader: Dr. Cynthia Emory MD, MBA!
Mar 2, 202500:49:36Tap to summarizeSend us a textDr. Cynthia Emory, board certified orthopaedic oncologist, treats soft tissue sarcomas, bone sarcomas, metastatic bone disease, lymphoma and myeloma of the bone. She is a professor and the chair of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. She also serves on the graduate faculty at Wake Forest University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.“I enjoy the challenging cases in orthopaedic oncology. No two tumors are the same: different locations, different tumor types, different patients. I enjoy being able to help adults and children through a very difficult time in their lives and continue to see them years later.”Recent announcement! The investiture of Dr. Cynthia Emory as the inaugural L. Andrew Koman, MD Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation. This prestigious endowed position celebrates Dr. Emory’s exceptional contributions to orthopaedic research, education, and patient care since joining the faculty in 2010.The professorship also honors the extraordinary legacy of Device Nation guest Dr. Andy Koman, whose innovations and mentorship have shaped orthopaedics for over 40 years.Dr. Emory is the principal investigator for a registry to evaluate outcomes in patients who receive a novel implant to stabilize impending pathologic fractures of the bone from metastatic disease. The research led to FDA approval of this device with expanded applications over subsequent years to include patients with pathologic bone fracture from osteoporosis. Saw this personally in an oncology case recently, such a cool technology!She is passionate about mentoring, leadership and professional development. She is the past chair of the Women in Medicine and Science Committee at Wake Forest University School of Medicine and the past president of the North Carolina Orthopaedic Association. Additionally, she serves on the board of the Eastern Orthopaedic Association. She also completed the Hedwig van Ameringen Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine (ELAM) Program, a national program for women in academic medicine with senior leadership positions.Clinic Page: https://profiles.wakehealth.edu/display/person/clemory Follow her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-emory-md-mba-46b31678/Jada Love: https://myfox8.com/news/north-carolina/high-point/high-point-teen-undergoes-special-surgery-with-determination-a-smile/Support the show
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