October 2026 – OrthoFeed

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[ October 31, 2026 ] Stryker lowers 2026 guidance after slowdown in hip, knee procedures Business
[ October 31, 2026 ] Smith & Nephew orthopaedics deal talks with J&J fail over CEO choice, source says Press Release
[ September 5, 2026 ] Stryker introduces first of its kind FDA-authorized surgical application for Apple Vision Pro with hip arthroscopy case at nationally recognized academic medical center Press Release
[ September 5, 2026 ] Kinomatic Launches Unified Platform Built to Power the Next Generation of AI-Driven Orthopedic Surgical Care Press Release
[ September 5, 2026 ] Enovis inks eCential takeover to develop surgical ortho robots Enabling Technologies
[ August 15, 2026 ] Ortho firms unfazed by Medicare joint replacement changes Joint Replacement
[ August 8, 2026 ] Orthopedic Distributors Adapt to a Changing Landscape Orthopedics
[ July 25, 2026 ] VISIE Ships First Production-Built Computer Vision Systems Press Release
[ July 25, 2026 ] Medacta Introduces NextAR Hip Application to its Proprietary Augmented Reality Platform for Accurate and Efficient Execution of Personalized THA Press Release
[ June 20, 2026 ] Kinomatic Announces $4M Seed Round to Scale its Personalized, Opioid-Sparing Custom Orthopedic Surgical Approach Press Release

Stryker lowers 2026 guidance after slowdown in hip, knee procedures

October 31, 2026

(MEDTECH DIVE) – CEO Kevin Lobo said the slowdown in hip and knee procedures is tied to broader economic concerns. The outgoing CEO also detailed the company’s decision to partner with CMR Surgical. […]

Smith & Nephew orthopaedics deal talks with J&J fail over CEO choice, source says

October 31, 2026

(Reuters) – Smith & Nephew held talks to ‌merge with Johnson & Johnson’s orthopaedics division but the discussions collapsed over who would run the enlarged group, a person familiar with the matter told Reuters on Friday. […]

Enovis inks eCential takeover to develop surgical ortho robots

September 5, 2026

(MEDTECH DIVE) Buying eCential will position Enovis to add robotics capabilities to its Astra enabling technology system, which currently includes an augmented reality headset and procedure planning software. Enovis aims to launch a knee robot in late 2028 and introduce a shoulder robot in 2029. […]
6 Key Takeaways from Our Time at AAOS

March 14, 2026

The BONEZONE team was in New Orleans last week for the AAOS Annual Conference to connect with industry executives and orthopedic thought leaders. We networked in the expansive exhibit hall and attended several idea-generating events: the Canaccord […]
Smart Orthopedic Tech Offers Intelligent Incisions

November 22, 2025

(ODT) – Smart technology in surgery includes a suite of technologies all aiming at improving the patient’s care journey and the surgeon’s procedural efficiency and success. It encompasses artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, augmented reality (AR), 3D printing, implants with embedded sensors, and much more to improve precision and outcomes. […]
Allowing Surgeons to See Surgery in a Whole New Way

November 22, 2025

(BONEZONE) – Augmented reality (AR) systems give surgeons 3D visualization of patient anatomy in real time and directly in their line of sight, enabling more accurate implant placement, minimally invasive surgeries and safer navigation. […]

Stryker lowers 2026 guidance after slowdown in hip, knee procedures

October 31, 2026

(MEDTECH DIVE) – CEO Kevin Lobo said the slowdown in hip and knee procedures is tied to broader economic concerns. The outgoing CEO also detailed the company’s decision to partner with CMR Surgical. […]
10 Traits That Make a Medical Device Representative Great in the Healthcare Industry

December 16, 2023

(OrthoFeed) – In the dynamic and rapidly evolving field of healthcare, medical device representatives play a crucial role in bridging the gap between innovative medical technologies and healthcare professionals. These representatives serve as the face of their companies […]

Month: October 2026

Stryker lowers 2026 guidance after slowdown in hip, knee procedures

Smith & Nephew orthopaedics deal talks with J&J fail over CEO choice, source says

Enovis inks eCential takeover to develop surgical ortho robots

From the Big Easy to the Big Picture: Key AAOS 2026 Takeaways

6 Key Takeaways from Our Time at AAOS

Enovis inks eCential takeover to develop surgical ortho robots

6 Key Takeaways from Our Time at AAOS

Smart Orthopedic Tech Offers Intelligent Incisions

Allowing Surgeons to See Surgery in a Whole New Way

Stryker lowers 2026 guidance after slowdown in hip, knee procedures

10 Traits That Make a Medical Device Representative Great in the Healthcare Industry