FDA Device Approval-What You Were Not Taught in Training.

Abstract

Medical devices are ubiquitous in the practice of pediatric orthopaedic surgery, but few surgeons receive any formal training or education on the process of bringing a medical device to market for pediatric orthopaedic patients. Innovation in the field of medical devices has led to significant improvement in the care of pediatric orthopaedic patients. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America (POSNA) recognize the importance of mak