--- title: The Intelligent Surgery Blog | Michael Phipps description: Michael Phipps, Cofounder and President of Enhatch, leads in AI/ML medical device innovations, focusing on enhancing surgical planning and implant optimization. --- [![](https://blog.enhatch.com/hubfs/image_2023/enhatch_Pink_gradient_logo.png)](https://www.enhatch.com/?_gl=1*1n9w9pk*_ga*OTc3MDA5NDQ5LjE2NTU4MjAxODk.*_ga_TPQ86QCFKQ*MTcwNTQzOTgzOS42OC4xLjE3MDU0NDAxNDcuMC4wLjA.) - [Home](https://www.enhatch.com/) - [Products](https://www.enhatch.com/pre-operative-planning) - [About](https://www.enhatch.com/about-us) - Learn - Back - [Blog & Articles](https://blog.enhatch.com) - [Case Studies](https://www.enhatch.com/case-study) - [Other Resources](https://www.enhatch.com/resources-2/all-resources) - [FAQs](https://www.enhatch.com/faqs) - [Help](https://www.enhatch.com/help-center) - [Contact us](https://www.enhatch.com/contact-us) # The Intelligent Surgery Blog Select Category Artificial Intelligence Surgical Planning Company News Patient Specific Implants & Instruments 3D Printing Wearables Inventory Logistics Robotics Quality & Regulatory Posts by ## Michael Phipps [Follow me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/uberphipps) Michael Phipps, Cofounder and President of Enhatch, leads in AI/ML medical device innovations, focusing on enhancing surgical planning and implant optimization. ![6 Orthopedic Trends to Watch in 2025](https://blog.enhatch.com/hubfs/BLOG%202025-01-28%206%20Orthopedic%20Trends%202025.png) [Artificial Intelligence,](https://blog.enhatch.com/tag/artificial-intelligence) [Robotics](https://blog.enhatch.com/tag/robotics) ### [6 Orthopedic Trends to Watch in 2025](https://blog.enhatch.com/orthopedic-trends-2025) January 2025 The world of orthopedics is evolving faster than ever. In 2025, we see exciting innovations that are making surgeries safer, recoveries faster, and treatments more personalized than ever before. Let's dive into six major trends that can reshape orthopedic care this year. [Read More](https://blog.enhatch.com/orthopedic-trends-2025) ![](https://blog.enhatch.com/hubfs/BLOG%202024-06-27%20Kitting.png) [Inventory Logistics](https://blog.enhatch.com/tag/inventory-logistics) ### [Medical Device Kitting: Optimize Inventory and Maximize Service Levels](https://blog.enhatch.com/medical-device-kitting) June 2024 Kitting is an operational function that is crucial to orthopedic device manufacturers. It involves assembling and packaging various components, instruments, and implants needed for specific medical procedures into a single kit. [Read More](https://blog.enhatch.com/medical-device-kitting) ![](https://blog.enhatch.com/hubfs/BLOG%202024-05-29%20Robotic%20Surgery%20VSP.png) [Surgical Planning,](https://blog.enhatch.com/tag/surgical-planning) [Robotics](https://blog.enhatch.com/tag/robotics) ### [VSP: The Secret Sauce to Enhancing Robotic Surgeries in Orthopedics](https://blog.enhatch.com/vsp-orthopedic-robotic-surgeries) May 2024 The landscape of orthopedic surgery is changing rapidly, propelled by the rapid growth of robot-assisted procedures. The following industry facts are clear indicators of this seemingly irreversible growth trend: [Read More](https://blog.enhatch.com/vsp-orthopedic-robotic-surgeries) ![](https://blog.enhatch.com/hubfs/BLOG%202024-05-15%20Mike%20-%20Startup%20Medtech-1.png) [Surgical Planning,](https://blog.enhatch.com/tag/surgical-planning) [Company News](https://blog.enhatch.com/tag/company-news) ### [From Idea to Impact: Lessons from Building a Medtech Startup](https://blog.enhatch.com/essons-building-medtech-startup) May 2024 Building a successful Medtech startup is a journey filled with challenges, triumphs, and countless lessons learned along the way. As one of the founders at [Enhatch](https://www.enhatch.com/), I've had the privilege of navigating this path. I'm excited to share some key insights from our journey of building a Medtech startup. [Read More](https://blog.enhatch.com/essons-building-medtech-startup) ![](https://blog.enhatch.com/hubfs/ASCs%20Blog-1.png) [Surgical Planning,](https://blog.enhatch.com/tag/surgical-planning) [Artificial Intelligence](https://blog.enhatch.com/tag/artificial-intelligence) ### [Efficiency Imperative: Navigating Orthopedic Surgery Growth in ASCs](https://blog.enhatch.com/navigating-surgery-growth-ascs) April 2024 The landscape of orthopedic surgeries in the United States is experiencing a profound shift. There has been a staggering increase in procedures performed at ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs).  [Read More](https://blog.enhatch.com/navigating-surgery-growth-ascs) ![](https://blog.enhatch.com/hubfs/Point_of_care_blog.png) [Surgical Planning,](https://blog.enhatch.com/tag/surgical-planning) [3D Printing](https://blog.enhatch.com/tag/3d-printing) ### [Achieving the Promise of Point-of-Care Solutions in Orthopedics](https://blog.enhatch.com/point-of-care-solutions-orthopedics) April 2024 In recent years, the field of orthopedics in the United States has witnessed a remarkable surge in the adoption and development of point-of-care (POC) solutions. 3D printing technology has been one of the key catalysts for this increased adoption. [Read More](https://blog.enhatch.com/point-of-care-solutions-orthopedics) ![](https://blog.enhatch.com/hubfs/BLOG%202024-03-06%203D%20Planning%20Software.png) [Surgical Planning,](https://blog.enhatch.com/tag/surgical-planning) [3D Printing](https://blog.enhatch.com/tag/3d-printing) ### [How to Choose Best 3D-Planning Software for 3D-Printed Ortho Implants](https://blog.enhatch.com/choose-best-medical-3d-planning-software) March 2024 3D planning software for medical devices allows medical device companies to design, fit, and create patient-specific implants and surgical guides. [Read More](https://blog.enhatch.com/choose-best-medical-3d-planning-software) ![](https://blog.enhatch.com/hubfs/BLOG%202024-01-04%20AI%20trends%20in%20Ortho-1.png) [Surgical Planning,](https://blog.enhatch.com/tag/surgical-planning) [Artificial Intelligence](https://blog.enhatch.com/tag/artificial-intelligence) ### [2024 Trends: AI Transforms Orthopedic Surgical Case Planning](https://blog.enhatch.com/2024-ai-trends-surgical-planning) January 2024 As we navigate through the 21st century, Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands at the forefront of transforming healthcare, with orthopedic surgery being a prime example. [Read More](https://blog.enhatch.com/2024-ai-trends-surgical-planning) 411 State Route 17, Suite 500, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604 | (201) 771-2034 | [contact@enhatch.com](mailto:contact@enhatch.com) | [Privacy Policy](https://www.enhatch.com/privacy-policy) | [Terms of Service](https://www.enhatch.com/term-of-service) - Copyright © 2025 Enhatch Inc. All rights reserved.