Research Workshop from the 2024 Annual Meeting-Research Workshop

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The research workshop, led by Benjamin Ma, focuses on fostering collaboration between researchers and industry partners. Ma highlights the importance of navigating complex federal funding from agencies like NIH and DOD. The session features insights from industry experts and is divided into multiple parts, with a significant emphasis on engagement and participation from attendees.<br /><br />Dr. Cohen Vedix from Arthrex discusses the importance of peer-reviewed publications for orthopedic surgeons and details Arthrex's approach to tracking research performance through key performance indicators. With a significant number of ongoing research studies, Arthrex places a strong focus on biomechanics and clinical research, aiming to build a solid scientific evidence base.<br /><br />Matt Christensen from Smith & Nephew talks about the value of industry partnerships, especially in funding research that may not be covered by standard reimbursement. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the trade-offs and advantages of such partnerships, including the need for high-quality, impactful research that supports new product development and market access.<br /><br />Michael McBrayer from Anovis underscores the importance of establishing personal and professional relationships with industry partners. He advises researchers to align their ideas with the company's interests and to be patient with the lengthy compliance processes.<br /><br />Lastly, Colleen Roden from Stryker shares how the company ensures operational excellence in clinical research. She emphasizes the need for high-quality data, the importance of having a robust research infrastructure, and the value of early and often communication to align expectations.<br /><br />Surgeons Sarah Edwards, Jeff Nepple, Alvin Hsu, and Brian Werner share their experiences with industry collaborations, highlighting successful projects and the challenges encountered. They stress the importance of transparency, building relationships, and aligning research goals with industry needs to foster mutually beneficial partnerships.

Keywords

research workshop

Benjamin Ma

collaboration

industry partners

federal funding

NIH

DOD

peer-reviewed publications

orthopedic surgeons

Arthrex

biomechanics

clinical research

industry partnerships

high-quality data

operational excellence