Orthocell Ltd (ASX:OCC) has tapped two internationally recognised orthopaedic surgeons specialising in nerve transfer and peripheral nerve repair, Professor Christopher Dy and Professor David Brogan, to the company’s Medical Scientific Advisory Board (MSAB).
Globally recognised nerve reconstructive surgeons
Orthocell managing director Paul Anderson said: “We are delighted to welcome Professors Dy and Brogan to the Orthocell MSAB.
“Both are globally recognised nerve reconstructive surgeons, with a passion for translating medical research and delivering the highest quality patient care.
“We are also delighted to be collaborating with Washington University, one of the leading centres for nerve reconstructive surgery in the USA.
“These appointments, along with the recent appointment of Dr Ravi Thadhani to the Orthocell board of directors, add significant depth to our US team and ability to execute our commercialisation plans.”
Professors Dy and Brogan are based at Washington University and Barnes-Jewish Orthopedic Center, one of the US’s leading academic research institutions and hospitals,and have been appointed to assist with clinical development and US market access for Orthocell’s nerve repair medical device.
Comprehensive research program
Professors Christopher Dy and David Brogan are orthopaedic surgeons who specialise in the treatment of nerve injuries while also leading a comprehensive research program that is directly relevant to patients, clinicians, scientists, and policy-makers.
Their translational research is focused on the epidemiologic, economic, and clinical analysis of peripheral and brachial plexus nerve injuries.
Both surgeons bring a wealth of clinical and research expertise, including significant experience advancing pre-clinical and clinical research programs.
With these additions to the specialist advisory team, Orthocell is ideally positioned to drive its market-leading nerve repair medical device into the US market.
About Dr Christopher Dy
Professor Dy is an internationally recognised orthopaedic surgeon specialising in the treatment of brachial plexus and peripheral nerve injuries (upper and lower limbs), using nerve transfers, nerve reconstructions, nerve decompressions and carpal and cubital tunnel release.
Dr Dy has published numerous peer-reviewed research and clinical papers in top-tier journals, in the areas of brachial plexus and peripheral nerve injuries.
He has also received multiple awards for his contributions to research and advancing treatment of nerve injuries.
About Professor David Brogan
Professor David Brogan is a multi-credentialled surgeon and health professional who specialises in treating conditions of the hand and upper extremity, including fractures, arthritis of the wrist, elbow and hand.
He has a patient-centric approach with special expertise in treating nerve injuries, including peripheral nerve injuries, compression neuropathies – carpal tunnel, peroneal nerve injury, brachial plexus injury – complex microsurgical reconstruction, and upper extremity trauma.
Dr Brogan has received multiple awards for his contributions to research and advancing treatment of nerve injuries.