Device Nation leaves the OR suite and heads to the C-Suite for an inspiring conversation with Francesco Siccardi!  We talk about his current role as CEO at Medacta, "bikinis",  Geisinger, KA, sphere, even a little guitar!  Mr. Siccardi joined Medacta International in 2002 and served as a Member of its Board of Directors since 2003. He then served on the Board of the Company from its incorporation until March 21, 2019. Following the retirement of the Company’s Chairman, Mr. Siccardi was appointed Chief Executive Officer as of November 1, 2018. Prior to becoming CEO, he served as Executive Vice-President and Medical Affairs Manager (from 2013 to 2014) and as Executive Vice-President (from 2014 to 2018). He further served on the Board of various Medacta Group companies internationally. Medacta is an international company specializing in the design, production, and distribution of innovative orthopaedic products, as well as in the development of accompanying surgical techniques. Established in 1999 in Switzerland, Medacta is active in joint replacement, spine surgery, and sports medicine. Through the M.O.R.E. Institute, Medacta supports surgeons with a comprehensive and tailored program dedicated to the advancement of medical education. Medacta is headquartered in Castel San Pietro, Switzerland, and operates in over 50 countries. Website: https://www.medacta.com Career Opportunities: https://www.medacta.com/EN/careers We explore the "N" in our PAIN mnemonic, as we conclude our Joy and Pain series...."Nventory!"  Since manufacturing more implants for ourselves isn't an option,  what ARE our options??? Support the show