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The Lattice (Official 3DHEALS Podcast)Author: 3DHEALS
Welcome to the Lattice podcast, the official podcast for 3DHEALS. This is where you will find fun but in-depth conversations (by founder Jenny Chen) with technological game-changers, creative minds, entrepreneurs, rule-breakers, and more. The conversations focus on using 3D technologies, like 3D printing and bioprinting, AR/VR, and in silico simulation, to reinvent healthcare and life sciences. This podcast will include AMA (Ask Me Anything) sessions, interviews, select past virtual event recordings, and other direct engagements with our Tribe.While there is no rule for our podcast content, the only rule we follow is to provide our listeners with a maximized return on their attention and time investment.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @3dheals, and check out the links in the show notes. 3DHEALS Links: https://linktr.ee/3dheals DisclaimerThe content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or financial advice. The views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of their employers, affiliates, or any associated organizations.While we discuss emerging technologies in healthcare and 3D printing, listeners should consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on the information shared. The mention of specific companies, products, or technologies does not imply endorsement.This podcast may reference early-stage innovations and concepts that are not yet FDA-approved or commercially available. Always follow regulatory guidelines and ethical standards when applying new technologies in clinical or professional settings.Would you like this disclaimer read aloud at the beginning of each episode, or placed in the show notes? Language: en-us Genres: Life Sciences, Science, Technology Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode #101|Therapeutic Hardware: Can Implants Also Heal? With Alyssa Huffman Allumin8
Episode 101
Thursday, 27 November, 2025
In this episode, Alyssa Huffman, CEO and co-founder of Allumin8, shares the six-year journey behind a first-of-its-kind 5.5 mm porous, 3D-printed pedicle screw. We discussed how Allumin8 earned FDA clearance and why design details matter for fatigue, fixation, and fewer revisions. We also map a path toward therapeutic hardware that integrates orthobiologics without slowing surgeons down.Critical questions addressed:Why does 5.5 mm matter so much?How does Gaussian topography support bone ingrowth?What are some of the lessons from fatigue testing and post-processing?What are the additive vs milled manufacturing trade-offs?What was Allumin8's FDA journey and strategy?When and how do orthobiologics add value?How did Alyssa build a purpose-aligned team and investor base?What are some practical founder advice on equity and boards?What is on Alyssa's wishlist for the future of orthopedic implants? Please listen to the disclaimer at the end of this podcast.Stay tuned for our show notes for relevant links, video highlights, glossary of terms, and more resources to enjoy this episode. Send us a textSupport the showSubscribe to our premium version and support the show. Follow us: Twitter Instagram Linkedin 3DHEALS WebsiteFacebookFacebook GroupYoutube channelAbout Pitch3D
