The Lattice (Official 3DHEALS Podcast)
Welcome to the Lattice podcast, the official podcast for 3DHEALS. This is where you will find fun but in-depth conversations (by founder Jenny Chen) with technological game-changers, creative minds, entrepreneurs, rule-breakers, and more. The conversations focus on how to use 3D technologies, like 3D printing and bioprinting, AR/VR, and In silico simulation, to reinvent healthcare and life sciences. This podcast will include AMA (Ask Me Anything) sessions, past Instagram Live interviews, press releases or updates from Pitch3D startups, select past virtual event recordings, and other direct engagements with our Tribe.
While there is no rule for our podcast content, the only rule we really follow is to provide our listeners with a maximized return on their attention and time investment.
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The Lattice (Official 3DHEALS Podcast)
The Orthopedic Pulse: AAOS 2025 With Matthew Henshaw
Jenny and Matthew discussed the latest trends and innovations in the orthopedic and medical device industry, including regenerative medicine approaches for joint and spine conditions, new technologies like 3D printing and wireless endoscopes, and workflow management solutions to improve hospital efficiency after Matthew's recent blog about his AAOS 2025 experiences. They highlighted exciting startups like Genix, Osteal Therapeutics, and Ospitek that are disrupting traditional treatment paradigms. Matthew also shared his insights on the changing landscape of industry conferences and the potential impact of politics and regulation on medical innovation. Overall, the conversation covered a wide range of cutting-edge developments that could significantly improve patient outcomes and transform the future of orthopedics.
Introductions and background
Jenny and Matthew introduce themselves and provide background on their respective roles and businesses.
Trends at recent industry conferences
Matthew shares his observations from attending recent industry conferences like the Canaccord Genuity and AAOS events. He notes trends around decreasing surgeon attendance at the larger conferences, and increased interest in regenerative medicine and solutions for prosthetic joint infections (PJI).
Regenerative medicine innovations
Matthew highlights two promising regenerative medicine companies - DiscGenics, Osteal Therapeutics, which has an implantable pain relief solution. He discusses the potential for these innovations to disrupt traditional spine surgery
Advancements in surgical tools and workflow
Matthew discusses new technologies like wireless endoscopes from companies like Lazurite and single-use endoscopes from Pristine Surgical that are improving surgical visualization and sterility. He also highlights Ospitek, a company using real-time patient tracking to optimize hospital workflow and efficiency.
Potential impact of political changes
Matthew shares his perspective on how the new Trump administration may impact medical device companies.
Recap and future outlook
Jenny and Matthew conclude by discussing the dynamic and evolving nature of the medtech industry, and the importance of remaining optimistic about the potential for innovation to improve patient outcomes, despite political and economic uncertainties.
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