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Cowan Moore

President of MDCM / Adjunct Professor at University of Akron

Cowan Moore is president of a medical device contract manufacturing firm specializing in additive manufacturing implants, producing thousands annually. He holds patents in osseointegrative surfaces for total joint and spine applications. His current work focuses on application development for generative design, OI surfaces, and AM process optimization with QMSR. He also serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Akron, where he teaches and mentors engineering students.

11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Wednesday April 22, 2026

Osseointegration in Modern Orthopedics

Osseointegration is a foundational biological principle in modern orthopedics, describing the direct structural and functional connection between living bone and the surface of a load-bearing implant. This panel discussion will examine the evolution of osseointegration across orthopedic applications, highlighting how advances in implant design, surface technologies, and manufacturing have improved fixation, longevity, and clinical outcomes. The session will also explore emerging technologies that may further enhance bone integration and expand the role of osseointegrated implants in orthopedics. By bringing together perspectives from surgeons, engineers, and industry leaders, the discussion aims to provide insight into both the historical development and the future direction of osseointegration-based orthopedic solutions.

Moderated by Brian McLaughlin