Best Dr Mark Merrill Podcasts (2025)

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“Bone-afide” Brown Bag….Infections with Professor Martin McNally MD FRCSEd FRCS(Orth)! 43:34

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Device 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 lear…

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World-Renowned Surgeon and Patient ....Dr. C. Lowry Barnes AND Dr. Henry Cloud!! 1:20:08

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What 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 …

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Brown Bag with Tempida AI Scribe Developer Dr. Kishore Tipirneni!! 13:27

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What 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=KE8080O…

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Dr. Adam Brekke and Peter Verillo talk AI in Orthopedics....Promise, or Peril? 1:20:57

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Episode 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 rich…

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Dr. Michael Murphy and AI Programmer Chance Bair talk AI in Orthopedics....Promise, or Peril? 1:12:20

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Episode 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 orthopedi…

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Reconstruction Legend, One Of My Personal Heroes....Dr. Merrill Ritter! 47:37

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Truly a likeness that must be carved into Orthopedic Mt. Rushmore, Dr. Merrill Ritter. We talk about his amazing career, Dane Miller, the Biomet AGC knee, Operation Walk, AAHKS, woodworking, Dr. Larry Dorr and so much more! Kenyon College Tribute: http://bulletin-archive.kenyon.edu/x2705.html Biomet AGC Results: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/article…

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Repscrubs? Credentialing? Defender and Advocate of Reps, Dr. Brian Blackwood!! 41:03

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A most inspiring conversation with Orthopedic Surgeon and Rep Champion, Dr. Brian Blackwood! Dr. Blackwood practices in Boulder, Colorado and is leading the charge on social media, fighting the good fight on behalf of OR Device Reps. In this episode we talk: Robotic Joint Replacement Medial Pivot Credentialing Repscrubs How to be a better Box-Opene…

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Military Medicine with Dr. Jon Minter! 1:08:01

5M ago1:08:01

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What a privilege, a conversation with Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Jon Minter! We talk about his work at Save a Warrior, robotic surgery, infection, 1.5 knees, his time with Dr. Larry Dorr, disasterplasties, Mad magazine....and so much more!! Dr. Minter served on active duty in the US Army during the height of the Cold War in West Germany and in particul…

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Brown Bag: Plastic Surgeon Dr. Mark Mofid, inventor of the amazing SYLKE Dressing!! 41:56

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Meet 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 dermatitis The benefits of silk fibroin for wounds Why my Mom hates staples What Ortho can learn from Plasti…

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Mako, Trabecular Metal, 3D Printing, Osteonics, Enabling Tech.....Robert C. Cohen!! 1:14:27

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Device 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…

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Set your watch to CST, Device Nation goes "Beyond Clean" with Hank Balch! 1:30:18

7M ago1:30:18

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Device 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 fron…

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Orthopaedic Oncologist and Industry Leader: Dr. Cynthia Emory MD, MBA! 49:36

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Dr. 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 F…

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2025 Device Nation National Sales Meeting! 41:49

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Fundamental to EVERY National Sales Meeting is casting vision, getting everyone inspired and excited for the upcoming year! Device Nation has sought out and solicited the thoughts of Reps, Surgeons and Industry Leaders to do just that, asking all this question: "2025....What's on Your Mind?" Their answers will hopefully empower, equip, and inspire …

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Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Sebastian Rodriguez-Elizalde! 52:36

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"Tis' the Season" to head up to Ontario for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Sebastian Rodriguez-Elizalde! We talk about socialized medicine, enabling tech, Kevin O'Leary of Shark Tank, hockey (of course), VR training, even Hummer EV's!! "Surround yourself with good people, and good things will happen" Dr. Sebastian Rodriguez-Elizalde is an Adult…

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The "Godfather of Joint Infection" Dr. J. Parvisi! 56:41

1y ago56:41

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Device Nation sits down for a conversation with an absolute legend in our space, Dr. J. Parvisi, world-renowned orthopedic surgeon, researcher, and educator! Newly-minted Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Acibadem University in Istanbul, Dr. Parvizi brings his expertise in hip joint preservation, periprosthetic joint infection, and venous thromboe…

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Complex Arthroplasty Rep from Melbourne, Australia....Chad Everard!! 1:09:39

1y ago1:09:39

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Device Nation heads Down Under for an inspiring conversation with a real "Bonzer of a Box-Opener", Chad Everard. You do not want to miss this episode, make sure to check out the video links below! We talk about his incredible medical device rep career arc, culminating in starting his own Disasterplasty shop in Melbourne, Australia. A lot of great s…

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2025 Incoming AAHKS President, Dr. Michael Meneghini! 1:34:32

1+ y ago1:34:32

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A conversation with Dr. Michael Meneghini, incoming President of AAHKS! We talk about the bundle (or is it a boulder?), functional alignment, enabling technology in the OR, the Dual-Pivot Knee, partnering with hospitals, ASC strategies, the porous Triathlon Knee and so much more! Indiana Joint Replacement Institute: https://injri.com Lateral Pivot …

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Fresh Tracks: ASC Offsite Sterile Processing! 50:00

1+ y ago50:00

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Device Nation is committed to bringing you BMP's (Beyond Metal and Plastic) to get you ahead of the changes this year! On this episode you will learn: -How offsite sterile processing will change everything...for everybody -Why many reps and surgeons will not be working for the same company 24 months from now -"Fresh Tracks" as a selling strategy -"…

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2024 AAHKS President, Dr. James "Hutch" Huddleston! 42:39

1+ y ago42:39

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Device Nation sits down for a most inspiring conversation with Dr. James "Hutch" Huddleston, current President of AAHKS. We talk about his amazing career, his experiences lobbying on behalf of surgeons, IQR, the future of joint reconstruction, why AAHKS has been so successful, and so much more!! We then pivot to Vernon, New Jersey to visit "Action …

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Monetize your device idea, monetize your talent...PITCHSINK!! 35:28

1+ y ago35:28

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Multiple streams of revenue are the future in our industry for reps AND surgeons. What if one of those streams was....YOU? Pitchsink is where ideas meet talent, so if you have a device idea you want commercialized, if you have a talent to serve our community, monetization could very well be in your future!! Steven Flutie has such an incredible stor…

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2024 Device Nation...al Sales Meeting! 46:51

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A big part of every National Sales Meeting is to cast vision and get everyone excited for the upcoming year. Device Nation has sought out and solicited the thoughts of Reps, Surgeons and Industry Leaders to do just that, asking all this simple question: "2024....What's on Your Mind?" Their answers will hopefully empower, equip, and inspire you to a…

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Happy Holidays with Surgeon Santa Dr. Paul Jacob! 1:00:53

2y ago1:00:53

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Device Nation goes north to Oklahoma City for a most festive conversation with Dr. Paul Jacob. The first known podcast to utilize conversational haptic feedback as we talk about his amazing career, his service to the community, his robotic journey, a truly inspiring surgeon! On this installment you will get answers to: -Why wearables? -What can rep…

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Brown Bag: One Tray EZ Trax Tray with IST CEO Scott Cohen! 22:31

2y ago22:31

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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 …

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The Genesis of Medially-Stabilized Knees, Hip Resurfacing and more with Mike Tuke! 1:08:59

2y ago1:08:59

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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…

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AAHKS 2023 In Review! 47:30

2y ago47:30

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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…

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100th Episode Celebration with Dr. Bill Harris! 1:19:36

2y ago1:19:36

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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: -T…

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Consultant Surgeon Conversation with Mr. Derek McMinn and Mr. Ronan Treacey! 1:16:27

2y ago1:16:27

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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 hea…

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Mentoring session with Ivan Tornos, Chief Operating Officer at Zimmer-Biomet! 55:28

2y ago55:28

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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 …

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Medical Device Rep Podcast: Greg Paul, Summiting Mt. Everest with Bilateral Knee Replacements/Part Two 39:58

2+ y ago39:58

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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 m…

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Brown Bag: Prontosan 10:13

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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 i…

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Medical Device Rep Podcast: Greg Paul, Summiting Mt. Everest with Bilateral Knee Replacements/Part One 1:09:39

2+ y ago1:09:39

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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…

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Medical Device Rep Podcast: Francesco Siccardi, C.E.O. Medacta International 1:09:21

2+ y ago1:09:21

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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 t…

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Dr. Mark Froimson, Hospital CEO AND Surgeon! Is Rep income going up, or down?? 1:09:57

2+ y ago1:09:57

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A conversation with Orthopedic Surgeon, Hospital CEO, former AAHKS President and healthcare consultant Mark Froimson, MD, MBA! Mark I. Froimson, MD is the past President of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS). Prior to that, he was the Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer of Trinity Health, a major national non-…

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Dr. Benjamin Schwartz, LinkedIn Top Voice! Does "Atmosphere" affect Retention? 47:33

2+ y ago47:33

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A conversation with Orthopedic Surgeon, Healthcare Innovator and LinkedIn Top Voice Benjamin J. Schwartz, MD, MBA! Dr. Schwartz is fellowship trained in adult reconstruction of the hip and the knee with over 13 years of experience in private practice. The focus of his career has been delivering high quality, evidenced-based musculoskeletal care wit…

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Medical Device Rep Podcast: Dr. Gil Scuderi 1:04:10

3y ago1:04:10

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A conversation with former President of the Knee Society, Dr. Gil Scuderi! We talk about his pioneering work as an implant design surgeon, working alongside Dr. John Insall, MIS, technology, making revisions as simple as 1-2-3!! As a board certified orthopedic surgeon for over 20 years, Dr. Scuderi has an abundant experience in adult knee reconstru…

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Medical Device Podcast: Dr. Paul Fellers 45:46

3y ago45:46

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Device Nation sits down for a most festive conversation with "Surgeon Santa" Dr. Paul Fellers! We talk about his incredible work in medical missions, improvisational skills operating in developing countries, the rare "Ecuadorian Cholo"....Dracula!! In 2000 Bayside Medical Missions committed to long term work in Ecuador providing volunteer opportuni…

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Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Ryan Nunley 1:14:09

3y ago1:14:09

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Device Nation sits down for a conversation with "crackerjack" surgeon Dr. Ryan Nunley as we talk cementless knees, technology, AAHKS....hamburgers! Dr. Nunley received his undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN, and his medical degree from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. …

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Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. John Sperling 1:04:17

3y ago1:04:17

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A "Comprehensive Conversation" with John W. Sperling MD, MBA, Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and Vice-Chair of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota! We talk about his incredible body of work, the Zimmer-Biomet Comprehensive shoulder system, shoulder tips and tricks....fly fishing!! Doctor Sperling is an i…

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Medical Device Rep Podcast: Dr. Michael Bolognesi 58:40

3y ago58:40

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Part Two of a Blue Devil Bilateral, a Duke Dynamic Duo, a Titanic Two-for-One.....Device Nation sits down with beloved Duke Division Chief of Reconstruction Service, Dr. Michael Bolognesi! We cover all 120 yards of his career, from walking on as a defensive back for UNC, to his many accomplishments off the field as Duke Orthopedic Surgeon, Mentor a…

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Medical Device Rep Podcast: Dr. Andy Schwartz 51:40

3y ago51:40

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Part one of a Blue Devil BOGO, a Duke Dynamic Duo....Drs. Andy Schwartz and Dr. Michael Bolognesi! We kick off this titanic two-for-one talking with Duke fellow, and newly-minted Iowa City Orthopod, Dr. Andy Schwartz! We cover a lot of ground here, his work at Duke, his peerless implant identification acumen, hip revisions, his vision for the caree…

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Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Andrew Koman 1:11:17

3y ago1:11:17

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A Mt. Rushmore-worthy conversation with legendary Wake Forest Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Andrew Koman! We talk about his pioneering work with cerebral palsy patients, leadership strategies, distal radius fractures, Lionel trains, and much more. A truly inspiring conversation I know you will enjoy! Clinic: https://www.wakehealth.edu/providers…

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Medical Device Rep Podcast: Dr. Brian Culp 57:50

3+ y ago57:50

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A big conversation with an incredible Orthopedic Surgeon and Rush Fellow, Dr. Brian Culp! We talk about his practice at Princeton Orthopedic Associates, the value of speaking Spanish, Surgeon Wellness, running with the BULLS and much more!!! Clinic: https://www.princetonorthopaedic.com/our-team/brian-m-culp-md/ Building a Better Rep: https://www.me…

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Medical Device Rep Podcast: Dr. Richard Yoon 1:07:05

3+ y ago1:07:05

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Device Nation brings you Dr. Richard Yoon, Orthopedic Trauma and Reconstruction specialist at Barnabas Health Medical Group for an inspiring conversation about his path to medicine, tips and tricks for DFR, Peri-prosthetic FX, Haidong GumDo!!! We also discuss his work on the launch of SMRA, an organization dedicated to helping medical representativ…

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Medical Device Reps Podcast: Greg Mays, HMBA 48:29

3+ y ago48:29

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It's a Supply Chain Spectacular as Device Nation sits down for an inspiring conversation with Assistant Vice President of Procurement and Medical Device Management with LifePoint Health, Greg Mays, HMBA! We talk about rep and supply chain "pearls and pitfalls", cap pricing, vendor contracts, vendor credentialing and more! Before joining LifePoint, …

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Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Herrick Siegel 1:01:32

3+ y ago1:01:32

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Device Nation sits down for an inspiring conversation with Herrick Siegel, MD, Section Head of Orthopedic Oncology at UAB Medicine in upstate Alabama …..a must follow on LinkedIn if you like profoundly challenging reconstruction cases. Dr. Siegel offers hope to these patients, bringing his unique skill set of confidence and capability to the table!…

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Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. William Kurtz 53:58

3+ y ago53:58

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Device Nation heads to Music City for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Will Kurtz! We talk about his patents, branding, social media, and what can help make surgeons successful in todays environment....and (a first for the show) we talk to one of his reps, Zach! Dr. William B. Kurtz is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who …

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Medical Device Podcast: Dr. Adolph Lombardi 50:41

3+ y ago50:41

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A conversation with former President of the Knee Society and Hip Society, Deputy Director of CCJR, Founder of Operation Walk USA Dr. Adolph Lombardi! We talk about his pioneering work as a patented implant design surgeon, JIS, ASC's, his biggest automobile regret, and the SUITS!!! Dr. Lombardi is the president of JIS Orthopaedics, formerly known as…

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Medical Device Podcast: Dr. Mark Frankle 56:47

3+ y ago56:47

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A conversation with President -Elect of the Society of American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, the CEO of COR, the Liege of Lateralization, Dr. Mark Frankle! We talk about his pioneering work as an implant design surgeon, an amazing story you don't want to miss. Dr. Frankle has been with Florida Orthopaedic Institute since 1991 and received his fello…

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Medical Device Podcast: Dr. Michael Ast 49:00

3+ y ago49:00

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A conversation with HSS Orthopedic Surgeon and Chief Medical Innovation Officer, Dr. Michael Ast! We talk about the Foundation for Physician Advancement, the Business of Medicine, Stark Laws, gymnastics!! In December, HSS announced the appointment of Dr. Ast as the new Vice Chair of the HSS Innovation Institute and Chief Medical Innovation Officer.…

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Medical Device Podcast: Dr. David Helfet 57:32

4y ago57:32

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A conversation with AO/ASIF HSS Trauma Icon, Dr. David Helfet! We talk about the formation of AO, his experience with Synthes, pelvic fractures, OTA, and golf!!!! Dr. Helfet is the Past President of the Orthopaedic Trauma Association and has been extensively involved nationally and internationally on boards and courses dealing with trauma. Dr. Helf…