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A year and a half after settling with the Department of Justice over payments to physicians, Stryker gets subpoenaed by New Jersey’s attorney general for the same allegation.

As components become smaller, the machining obstacles multiply for manufacturers.

Novel Process Aims to Cut Machining Requirements

The orthopedics industry is benefiting from advances in technology that allow a patient-specific, just-in-time approachto knee replacement.

Advanced CNC software can help shave time off prototyping for complex medical device components.

Although some fallout can be expected, the demand for orthopedic implants and other treatments is likely to pick up speed.

In the new world of product development, more evidence that proves the value of precision manufactured devices will be necessary for product adoption and reimbursement.