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Device Nation Podcast

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Device Nation brings you ideas, stories and interviews from the frontlines of orthopedic device sales to encourage and inspire!

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Medical Device Rep Podcast: Dr. John Shields

Send us a text Device Nation sits down with a surgeon you need to know, Dr. John Shields! Fellowship Director Adult Reconstruction, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Wake Forest Baptist Health, there are some GREAT pearls of wisdom for the recon-minded among us! We talk about his life, his practice and him as one of my favorite follows on Twitter: Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jointdocshields?lang=en Clinic Site: https://www.wakehealth.edu/Providers/S/John-Shepherd-Shields We continu...

Jun 17, 20211 hr 1 minSeason 4Ep. 10

Medical Device Rep Podcast: Dr. Roy Sanders

Send us a text Device Nation sits down with one of the titans of trauma and F&A, Dr. Roy Sanders! Does the Trigen nail and Alps ring a bell? It should as he has nearly 40 patents on orthopedic instruments and implants. If you are a surgeon with an idea you'd like to monetize, he shares some great (and sobering) advice. We talk about his life, AO/ASIF, his work at JOT, OTA...if fixing broken things is your passion this episode is a don't miss! Clinic Site: https://www.floridaortho.com/physici...

May 27, 20211 hr 18 minSeason 4Ep. 9

Brown Bag Series: Intellijoint Surgical

Send us a text Intellijoint Surgical has a great hip and knee surgical navigation solution! A lot of fun to show as it is easy to figure out, has some unique features, and brings a lot of value to the OR and ASC. Check it out! Intellijoint Surgical: https://www.intellijointsurgical.com Jerry Ennett/Launch Specialist: j.ennett@intellijointsurgical.com What's in YOUR bag? Support the show (https://www.venmo.com/DeviceNation) Support the show...

May 05, 20215 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Medical Device Rep Podcast: Dr. Jonathan Vigdorchik

Send us a text Up-and-coming HSS surgeon Dr. Jonathan Vigdorchik! We talk about his life as the son of Russian immigrants, his experience at one of the top institutions in the country, robotics and the role of technology in arthroplasty....an inspiring conversation! Clinic Site: https://www.hss.edu/physicians_vigdorchik-jonathan.asp Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HipSurgeryNYC/ We open up part two of our FBI "Special Agent" series with a look at the Behavioral Influence Stairway de...

May 05, 20211 hr 7 minSeason 4Ep. 8

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Robert E. Booth-Part Two

Send us a text Device Nation sits down with the top volume joint surgeon in the US, Dr. Robert E. Booth! Over 47,500 joint replacements and counting, he is a co-designer of five TKA systems over a 20-year period, and is an internationally known speaker and educator. An amazing life story, you don't want to miss this inspiring conversation with one of the giants! Clinic Site: https://findadoc.ariahealth.org/details/228/robert-booth-jr-orthopaedics-langhorne-philadelphia Dr. Booth "You cut them, y...

Apr 19, 202156 minSeason 4Ep. 7

Brown Bag Series: Flow FX

Send us a text Kickoff of the Brown Bag Series! Flow FX has a great suite of clinically unique products to deliver biologics (PRP, BMAC, DBM, ABX, Calcium Phosphate/Sulfate) to the operative site. A lot of fun to show as they are non-threatening and bring value. Check it out! Flow Fx: https://flow-fx.net/products/ Ryan Wright E-mail: r.wright@flow-fx.net What's in YOUR bag? Support the show...

Apr 08, 20216 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Robert E. Booth-Part One

Send us a text Device Nation sits down with the top volume joint surgeon in the US, Dr. Robert E. Booth! Over 47,500 joint replacements and counting, he is a co-designer of five TKA systems over a 20-year period, and is an internationally known speaker and educator. An amazing life story, you don't want to miss this inspiring conversation with one of the giants! Clinic Site: https://findadoc.ariahealth.org/details/228/robert-booth-jr-orthopaedics-langhorne-philadelphia Dr. Booth "You cut them, y...

Apr 08, 202142 minSeason 4Ep. 6

Medical Device Rep Podcast: Dr. Andrew Wickline

Send us a text We are going for a "Therapy-Free" listening experience today with Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Andrew Wickline! We talk about growing up in West Virginia, Swiftpath, racing cars and why he is the top volume surgeon in NY with the lowest complications. Clinic Site: https://www.andrewwicklinemd.com Swiftpath: https://swiftpath.andrewwicklinemd.com We conclude our series on the OODA Loop as part of our "Special Agent" series...Does it end with "Act"? Support the show...

Mar 31, 20211 hr 5 minSeason 4Ep. 5

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Stephen Howell

Send us a text Finally, a Medical Device Podcast restoring the listener to their pre-arthritic alignment....Yes, we are talking with Orthopedic Surgeon and Kinematic Alignment Evangelist, Dr. Stephen Howell! We talk about his life in the military, ACL reconstructions, how to become a better surgeon, and of course, his seminal developmental work in Kinematic Alignment philosophy. Clinic Site (great stuff here): https://www.drstevehowell.com 10 Commandments of KA: https://www.amazon.com/Commandmen...

Mar 18, 20211 hr 7 minSeason 4Ep. 4

Medical Device Rep Podcast: Dr. Augustus White

Send us a text Dr. Augustus A. White, Orthopaedic Surgeon-in-Chief at Beth Israel Hospital in Boston for thirteen years, Ellen and Melvin Gordon Distinguished Professor of Medical Education, Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Harvard Medical School (HMS) and Professor Emeritus of the Harvard/MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology. Dr. White served our country as Vietnam combat surgeon in the Army Medical Corps and was awarded the Bronze Star. An inspiring life story as we journey with h...

Mar 08, 20211 hr 19 minSeason 4Ep. 3

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. David Crawford

Send us a text Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. David Crawford! Hear about his journey through the military, deployment, and landing at one of the top facilities in the US...JIS! We begin our 'Special Agent" series with attention to a concept in combat theater and FBI firearms training, the "OODA Loop." JIS: https://www.jointimplantsurgeons.com/physicians/dr-david-crawford OODA Loop: https://www.tacticalresponse.com/blogs/library/18649427-boyd-s-o-o-d-a-loop-and-how-we-use-it Ultimate OODA Guide: https://...

Feb 22, 20211 hr 9 minSeason 4Ep. 2

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Greg Vecchi/Former BSU FBI Chief

Send us a text Former FBI Behavioral Science Unit Chief Gregory M. Vecchi, Ph.D. Device Nation Podcast release! Learn about his amazing career as we create a foundation for our forthcoming "Special Agent" series. What wisdom can we glean from the Waco Siege, the Behavioral Stairway Model he authored, OODA loops among others, to do our jobs (and life) better and what does this all have to do with medical device? Vecchi International: https://lnkd.in/dc-zTW5 Behavioral Science Unit: https://lnkd.i...

Feb 12, 20211 hr 25 minSeason 4Ep. 1

Medical Device Rep Podcast: Dr. Daniel Paull

Send us a text Braveheart Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Daniel Paull! In his words ...."So I let it all go. No coders, no billers, no insurance companies, no clunky EMR. It’s only my patients and me. I am providing much better care, not because I am a better doctor than I once was, but because I get to spend more time with each of my patients." Linkedin mensch Dr. Matt Barber joins us for this inspiring conversation! Website: https://easyorthopedics.com Article that inspired the interview: https://www...

Feb 04, 20211 hr 4 minSeason 3Ep. 14

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Lenita Williamson

Send us a text Orthopedic Surgeon, Entrepreneur and Mermaid, Dr. Lenita Williamson! We talk about her life, Southern California practice, scuba diving and much more. Check out her exciting startup: https://www.procedurecard.com/contact-us What does it mean to dive safely? The buddy system. Find a buddy and be a buddy so you can look where you're going, and go where you're looking....safely! Support the show...

Jan 26, 20211 hr 4 minSeason 3Ep. 13

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Thomas Gross

Send us a text The #1 Hip Resurfacing Surgeon in the US, Dr. Thomas Gross! He took a procedure fraught with issues and honed it, refined it, and turned it into a practice-maker. Great MOM pearls abound in this far-reaching conversation! Clinical site: https://grossortho.com Surface Hippy: https://surfacehippy.info Recent paper: http://aoj.amegroups.com/article/download/5879/pdf AAOS: https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/treatment/hip-resurfacing/ You go where you're looking, where are YOU looking and w...

Jan 15, 20211 hr 22 minSeason 3Ep. 12

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Jerry Bornstein

Send us a text Friday Night Lights with Orthopedic Surgeon and California High School Football icon Dr. Jerry Bornstein! We take a trip through his 50-year career and talk arthroscopy, patient care, his passion for the gridiron and much more! SC Hall of Fame: https://scjewishsportshof.com/bornstein-jerry.html Youtube Profile: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJUHyEOcWxk High School Physician Q&A: https://magazine.practicelink.com/title=High-school-sports-physicians/category=Physician%20Career...

Jan 04, 20211 hr 8 minSeason 3Ep. 11

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Doug Dennis

Send us a text On this weeks Device Nation Podcast we find a real treat under the tree...a conversation with Orthopedic Surgeon and reconstruction icon, Dr. Doug Dennis! Former President of the Knee Society and AAHKS, voluminous awards and publications, codesigner of the DePuy Synthes Companies Attune Knee....we get a front row seat to hear his path into medicine, his current practice, and what he is passionate about NOW. Jointvue: http://www.jointvue.com Orthopaedic Summit: https://orthosummit....

Dec 23, 20201 hr 30 minSeason 3Ep. 10

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Russell Bodner

Send us a text Dr. Russell Bodner joins Device Nation to tell us about his life and the subjects he is most passionate about. Spino-pelvic mobility is one of them and we are the better for it as he breaks down a complicated subject into digestible pieces! Operation Walk: https://www.operationwalk.org/volunteer-voices-dr-russell-bodner/ Clinic Page: https://www.m-o-i.com/russell-j-bodner-md-faaos.html https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-030-24243-5_12 Technology is bringing a whole ne...

Dec 15, 202054 minSeason 3Ep. 9

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Claudia Thomas

Send us a text The first African-American female orthopedic surgeon in the US spends an hour with Device Nation to tell us her amazing life story! Surviving the 60's, her fellowship, Hurricane Hugo and kidney cancer....you get a front-row seat to her autobiography. I love her strategic acumen and heart for mentoring, a class act! Dr. Claudia Thomas Autobiography: https://www.amazon.com/Spare-Life-Claudia-Lynn-Thomas/dp/0977729788/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=god+spare+life&qid=1607315436...

Dec 07, 20201 hr 32 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Medical Device Rep Podcast: Dr. Jasper Petrucci

Send us a text Illinois Orthopedic Surgeon and Rush Fellow, Dr. Jasper Petrucci! We talk about his life, his practice, outpatient surgery and the importance of family. An inspiring community surgeon , father and husband! Clinic Link: https://doctors.amitahealth.org/jasper-petrucci-elgin-orthopaedic-surgery Interview: https://www.fvortho.com/blog/2020/july/interview-with-dr-jasper-a-petrucci-md-mba/ Hope you all had a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving, so appreciative of YOU! Support the show...

Nov 30, 202059 minSeason 3Ep. 7

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Jason Jennings

Send us a text Denver Orthopedic Surgeon and PT, Dr. Jason Jennings! We talk about his life, his practice, and his work on medical marijuana in an orthopedic setting. A truly inspirational and gracious surgeon, I know you will get a lot out of this wonderful conversation. Clinic Link: https://www.centura.org/provider-search/jason-jennings-md TKS/PT Read: https://www.orthopt.org/uploads/content_files/files/Innovations%20in%20Knee%20Arthroplasty%20-%20State%20of%20the%20Art%20in%20Surgery%20and%20...

Nov 23, 20201 hr 8 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Brian Lima

Send us a text Heart Transplant Surgeon and Best-selling Author Dr. Brian Lima! We talk about his life, his practice, and the road that led him to writing the inspirational book: Heart To Beat: A Cardiac Surgeon’s Inspiring Story of Success and Overcoming Adversity―The Heart Way. Order it today and watch it change how YOU do life! Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1950892352/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_b5DSFbY14VN45?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 Dr. Lima Blog: https://www.brianlimamd.com/blog Alignment...

Nov 16, 202045 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Cory Calendine

Send us a text LinkedIn luminary Dr. Cory Calendine talks to us about his life, MAKO robotics, working with Dr. Charles Engh and managing a successful practice in Franklin, Tennessee. I love the cut of his jib and know you will be inspired by his story! Professional Site: https://boneandjointtn.org/physician/cory-calendine/ Personal Site: https://www.corycalendinemd.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corycalendinemd/ We talk about a rarely discussed word in sales...."Grace". Extending it ...

Nov 09, 202054 minSeason 3Ep. 4

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Nashville Recording Star Wes Hightower

Send us a text Toby Keith, Carrie Underwood, Florida Georgia Line, Josh Turner, Brad Paisley et al....Wes Hightower's background vocal stylings can be heard on 151 #1 Country Music hits, over 150 million downloads! What he does in the studio, and as a member of George Strait's band, is the very thing we should strive for as device reps. Profound concepts and an entertaining conversation with a Nashville LEGEND! Personal Site: http://www.weshightower.com Wes at Work: https://youtu.be/xZMTdwjEI6k ...

Nov 02, 20201 hrSeason 3Ep. 3

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Bernard Morrey-Part Two

Send us a text Former President of AAOS, AOA and ASES, Dr. Morrey is Emeritus Chair of Orthopedics and member Board of Governors at the Mayo Clinic. He has authored 15 major textbooks, has over 440 peer-reviewed publications and was the surgeon to Senior President and Mrs. Bush. An extraordinary CV that covers a lot of ground, and a body of work on the elbow that's simply peerless! Today is part two of a two-part interview with fascinating stories from an amazing career....a don't miss! Support ...

Oct 25, 202036 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Bernard Morrey-Part One

Send us a text Former President of AAOS, AOA and ASES, Dr. Morrey is Emeritus Chair of Orthopedics and member Board of Governors at the Mayo Clinic. He has authored 15 major textbooks, has over 440 peer-reviewed publications and was the surgeon to Senior President and Mrs. Bush. An extraordinary CV that covers a lot of ground, and a body of work on the elbow that's simply peerless! Today is part one of a two-part interview with fascinating stories from an amazing career....a don't miss! Support ...

Oct 19, 202049 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Author Bob Burg

Send us a text We celebrate episode 35 with best-selling co-author of "The Go-Giver", Bob Burg. The "Golden Rule of Selling", Zig Ziglar, the 5-Laws of Stratospheric Success, hear about these and more...a truly inspiring conversation regarding a book you need to read! Order it today and watch it change how you see the world: Bob Burg's website: https://burg.com The Book: https://www.amazon.com/Go-Giver-Little-Story-Powerful-Business/dp/0241976278/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=the+go+giver&amp...

Oct 09, 202045 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Keith Berend

Send us a text 10k Joints at JIS, Entrepeneur, Researcher, Uni Knees, Cyclist, Direct Anterior, ASC, Dr. Keith Berend! One of the top Uni Knee Surgeons in the world with an ASC experience you will want to hear about. Here are some links specific to our conversation you will want to check out: http://www.whitefencesurg.com White Fence Surgical https://www.pro-mapphealth.com Promapp Health Software https://pelotonia.org Pelotonia Cancer research http://www.jointimplantsurgeons.com JIS Orthopedics ...

Oct 04, 20201 hr 15 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Medical Device Reps Podcast: David Kalish-Patent Attorney

Send us a text On todays episode we have a conversation with a Patent Attorney you need to know, David Kalish! So many of my interview subjects are multiple patent holders, listen and get free legal advice on how to secure your own IP! https://coatsandbennett.com tel:8005751278 dkalish@coatsandbennett.com In our continuing series on character we discuss the concept of "IP"....Intentionally Positive + Intentional Problem-solvers + Intentional Periphery = International Playground?? Listen and find...

Sep 28, 202050 minSeason 2Ep. 16

Medical Device Reps Podcast: Dr. Kent Ellington

Send us a text On todays episode we have a conversation with an OrthoCarolina Foot and Ankle Surgeon you need to know, Dr. Kent Ellington! His talent and expertise take us down paths of innovation, patents, startups and NASCAR...he is an entrepreneurial inspiration to us all! Check out this sampling of foot and ankle products that are Dr. Ellington approved! https://curvebeam.com https://www.artelon.com https://medlineunite.com In our continuing series on character we discuss the concept of "mor...

Sep 20, 202055 minSeason 2Ep. 15
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