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In today’s orthopedic world, what does it truly take to innovate? When it comes to standard medical practices or even the medical franchise, innovation in treatment is always at the forefront of thought. Orthopedic manufacturers are looked up to  as industry innovators on the cutting edge of technology and sometimes procedure. Physicians trust manufacturers to… Read More »

With the rise in popularity of the medical franchise, entrepreneurs entering the business must uphold basic qualities to ensure that the trend continues. Healthcare franchises offer cost-effective and convenient treatment to patients looking for care on their own schedules. For those seeking treatment for simple and non-emergent ailments, medical franchises provide exactly what they need…. Read More »

According to industry professionals, there are factors that have the possibility to influence medical business opportunities – more specifically, the orthopedic device market. As the healthcare industry continues to grow, companies need to focus on specialization and proprietary offerings to stay lucrative and successful. Industry professionals have identified five disruptive factors that are currently influencing… Read More »

The medical franchise industry has exploded over the past decade. From dental practices to urgent care centers and beyond, smart entrepreneurs and licensed practitioners are taking advantage of the increased demand for convenient healthcare. When it comes to franchises, the roadmap is simple: provide a needed service across a variety of locations with the same… Read More »

With the ever-expanding medical franchise industry, business opportunities and growth in healthcare seems non-stop. One supporting factor in this assumption is that revenue in the orthopedic industry has reached an impressive $48.1 billion just last year. This overall 3.2 percent increase came as a result of every avenue product performance garnering growth over the previous… Read More »

At one point or another during their careers, all people tend to become introspective and evaluate where they are on life’s path. For many, the conclusion that their current job or career is unfulfilling, unbalanced, or is not a trajectory to lead them to personal and professional prosperity they desire becomes a stark reality. When… Read More »

During a time when the U.S. healthcare industry is emerging from a period of reform to transformation an unlikely entrepreneurial duo, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Alejandro Badia and financial industry expert and Wharton alumni Justin Irizarry, saw an opportunity to disrupt the multi-billion-dollar orthopedic healthcare delivery system and to simultaneously achieve the industries “Quadruple Aim”: better outcomes,… Read More »

Healthcare franchisors like OrthoNOW, the nation’s only orthopedic urgent care franchise, inherently understand the Steve Jobs adage that “You’ve got to start with the customer experience and work back toward the technology, not the other way around”.  Co-Founder and Chief Financial Officer, Justin Irizarry says “injuries do not happen by appointment so it is important… Read More »

Everyday orthopedic surgeons, physician’s assistants, and other support medical personnel will treat patients who had suffered an orthopedic injury and first sought treatment in an emergency room. Once there, the patient would experience long wait times only to be treated, released, and then referred to a specialist. This methodology increases not only the patient’s healthcare… Read More »