BioMedtrix is a leader in the design and manufacture of veterinary orthopedics; the TATE system is a minimally-invasive resurfacing arthroplasty with milling based on the axis of the center of rotation.

The first teaching course, held at Gulf Coast Veterinary
Specialists in Houston, received “very favorable feedback," according to Veterinarian Randy Acker, who pioneered the TATE Elbow™ system. "Id like to thank [BioMedtrix Engineer and partner] Chris Sidebotham for believing in this unique and interesting
concept.”

Acker also taught the second course at Michigan State University. Dr. James Grierson, from the Royal Veterinary College in England, thanked those responsible “for a great course this last weekend,” noting “I had a great time and found the help from the instructors extremely valuable. The TATE Elbow certainly shows great potential...”

During the lab, Acker said he was impressed by the attending surgeons’ quick progress from using sawbones to competently working on cadavers. Until these recent workshops, he had been the only one doing the surgery and so wasnt sure how it would be received.

A chance for further learning about the TATE Elbow™ and other joint replacement technologies will be available August 21–24, when BioMedtrix will hold a conference at the noted Nevada resort Loewe’s Lake Las Vegas, with the title "Issues in Canine Joint Replacement". Conference attendees may participate in the TATE Elbow™ saw bones lab; the total knee sawbones lab; and an SOP™ sawbones lab. Recreational opportunities will also be available, including a fishing expedition, a golf outing and family-oriented activities.

Due to wide appeal, the TATE Elbow™ workshop to be held after the conference has already been filled. Additional courses may be scheduled if there is enough demand; contact This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it to be placed on an advanced waiting list for future courses.