The “For Such A Time As This—OrthoChallenge” is seeking the ten top ideas to present to the FDA to fast-track the innovations to patients. Due to COVID-19, thousands of orthopedic…
Category: Events
Here are past and future events Empirical participates in.
Why Outsourcing Is in: Piecing Out Projects Makes Sense
Getting outside help is a trend both large and small medical device companies are following as outsourcing engineering services continues to gain traction. Engineering isn’t just a foundational component of my…
Particle Particulars: Why this Analysis Is Foundational for Successful Devices
In the mid-2000s, medical device experts were hopeful they’d found one solution to longer-lasting implants. New generations of metal-on-metal hips made of cobalt chromium showed lower wear rates and less…
Recalibrating for 2020: Tips for a Better New Year
In 2019, I had to take a long, hard look at both my businesses and my industry to find balance and a way forward through the ripple effects of big…
‘If You’re Reading This, You Need to Be at This Meeting’
The AAOS/FDA/Industry Townhall is taking place March 24, 2020, at the AAOS annual meeting in Orlando.As much as I appreciate advantages of modern communication, I want to look someone in…
MPO Summit: The View from the Top
It started with a wintry dusting of snow and ended in a blaze of autumnal glory. On top of a mini tour of Colorado’s best seasons, the two-day MPO Summit…