Great news for kids: OSSIOfiber® Metal-Free Compression Screws and Trimmable Fixation Nails are now FDA cleared for various bone fractures in children (ages 2-12) and adolescents (ages 12-21). Read More
Dr. Larry MacTavish is a Board Certified Surgeon who graduated from The California College of Podiatric Medicine in 1974. He is a Fellow of the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons. Dr. MacTavish started a private practice as soon as his residency was completed.
OSSIOfiber® Certified Surgeon
An OSSIOfiber® certified surgeon has performed a minimum number of procedures using OSSIOfiber® implants. Additionally, Certified surgeons must maintain their use of OSSIOfiber® implants on a monthly basis or be an OSSIOfiber® certified surgeon trainer.
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