EDGE Stories
We create content to share meaningful stories about the impacts surgical complications can have to individuals, insights from leading orthopedic surgeons, and materials to educate readers on the value EDGE Surgical brings to hospitals and surgeons.
Patient Stories
Rachel B.
Rachel was active, running, cycling, swimming and engaging in a variety of outdoor activities. Complications from left knee ACL repair turned into six surgeries across many years, and terrible pain. She’s back to work but limited in doing the things she loved. Hear her tell her story.
Mike H.
Mike H. was the victim of a motor vehicle accident at a young age. What was expected to be a simple recovery became a prolonged ordeal involving surgical complications, resulting in numerous procedures over the years and ongoing physical limitations. Watch as Mike shares his story.
Surgeon Experiences
Dr. Kareem Shaath
M. Kareem Shaath, MD, a fellowship-trained orthopedic trauma surgeon with the Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute, shares his insights into the challenges he has faced while utilizing traditional depth gauges in the operating room. He elaborates on the various issues associated with these conventional tools, such as measurement inaccuracies and their potential impact on surgical outcomes. Dr. Shaath also highlights how these limitations can disrupt the workflow and efficiency of the operating room team. In contrast, he discusses the significant advantages he has observed since incorporating the digital depth gauge from EDGE into his practice. This modern tool not only enhances precision in measuring depth but also streamlines surgical procedures, leading to improved patient outcomes. Dr. Shaath’s firsthand experiences provide valuable perspectives on the evolution of orthopedic instrumentation and its critical role in enhancing surgical efficacy.
Dr. Mark Hake
Dr. Mark E. Hake, board-certified orthopedic surgeon covering multiple trauma centers in southeast Michigan, offers his perspective on the challenges posed by traditional depth gauges used in surgical settings. He discusses the common problems associated with these conventional instruments, including frequent measurement errors that can adversely affect patient outcomes. Dr. Hake emphasizes how these inaccuracies can complicate surgical procedures, ultimately hindering the workflow of the entire operating room team. Conversely, Dr. Hake shares the substantial benefits he has experienced after adopting the digital depth gauge developed by EDGE. This innovative device significantly improves measurement accuracy, facilitating smoother surgical operations and contributing to better recovery results for patients. Through his personal observations, Dr. Hake underscores the importance of advancements in orthopedic tools and their vital influence on improving surgical effectiveness and efficiency.
Dr. Bradley Lamm
Dr. Bradley Lamm, Director, Foot & Ankle Center at the Paley Orthopedic and Spine Institute at St. Mary’s Medical Center, demonstrates the use of the EDG in a surgery, while illustrating the difference between the digital depth gauge and the reusable depth gauge. Dr. Lamm shares his experiences using the EDG in his practice. This advanced instrument not only enhances measurement accuracy but also simplifies surgical processes, ultimately leading to enhanced patient outcomes. Dr. Lamm’s firsthand insights highlight the transformative impact of innovative orthopedic technology on surgical performance and patient care.
EDGE Videos
Struggles with Reusable Depth Gauges
For far too long, orthopedic surgeons and sterile‑processing teams have been forced to rely on antiquated mechanical depth gauges. These bulky, hard‑to‑read instruments not only slow down procedures but also pose cleaning challenges, increase costs, and elevate the risk of infection for patients. EDGE has responded with a modern, low‑risk alternative: a single‑use digital depth gauge designed specifically for plate and screw surgeries. Join Jamie as she discusses the challenges of reusable depth gauges in disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly, and demonstrates EDGE as a superior alternative.
EDGE Animated Video
For more than a hundred years, the classic depth gauge has been a staple in the operating room. Its simple, reusable design made it an obvious choice for measuring to determine the length of screws before implantation. Yet the very qualities that once made it indispensable—its metal construction, manual readout, and reusable nature—have become liabilities in today’s fast‑paced, surgical environment. The EDG® Ortho is a single‑use, digital depth gauge that directly addresses the flaws of its traditional predecessor. Watch this animated video to learn why leading surgeons and hospitals are adopting EDGE.
EDGE Brochures
The World’s First Universal, Digital Depth Gauge
Read the brochure to learn how the EDG from EDGE not only benefits Surgeons, but also the SPD team, Supply Chain, and other areas of the hospital.
EDG for Hand and Wrist Surgery
Orthopedic hand and wrist surgery is highly intricate, demanding precision and acute awareness of the delicate structures within the hand and wrist. Learn how the EDG can be applied to the unique challenges of Hand and Wrist Surgery.
EDG for Foot and Ankle
Foot and ankle surgery demands an exceptional level of precision. The anatomy is complex, with small bones, multiple joints, and delicate biomechanics where even minor errors can have significant consequences. Read the brochure to learn how the EDG from EDGE delivers a tailored depth gauge for foot and ankle surgery.
EDG for OMF/CMF Surgery
OMF and cranial surgery is uniquely complex, dealing with various shapes and structures, making precise placement a challenge. With the need to avoid cranial and facial nerves, using screws as small as 1mm, surgeons must be especially skilled to avoid critical structures during surgery. Learn how the EDG from EDGE delivers a tailored solution to meet the needs of OMF/CMF surgery.
EDG for Orthopedic Trauma ORIF
In orthopedic trauma surgery, precision and accuracy are of utmost importance, especially when placing screws during ORIF. Read the brochure to learn how the EDG is uniquely designed to address orthopedic trauma surgery.