Jacob Calcei Joins Lazurite as Medical Advisor

Lazurite has appointed orthopedic sports medicine physician and shoulder surgeon Jacob Calcei, M.D., as a medical advisor.

“We are excited to have Dr. Calcei join the Lazurite team,” Lazurite CEO Eugene Malinskiy said. “His extensive experience in sports medicine along with his dedication to research and innovation, aligns perfectly with our mission to enhance patient outcomes through innovative technology.”

Dr. Calcei is a sports medicine orthopedic surgeon at University Hospitals and Drusinsky Sports Institute, and an assistant professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. He specializes in treating acute injuries and chronic conditions of the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, and ankle. Dr. Calcei is also an accomplished researcher who focuses on cartilage preservation, biologics in sports medicine injuries, and injury prevention.

Dr. Calcei earned his medical doctorate with honors from New York University School of Medicine and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. He completed a fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine at Stanford University, working with athletes of all levels, including the NFL’s San Francisco 49ers.

A native of Northeast Ohio, Dr. Calcei is passionate about improving care for athletes and advancing orthopedic surgery. He has been recognized with numerous awards for his contributions to the field, including the ASES Mark Frankle, M.D., Health Care Policy Award.

“I am thrilled to join Lazurite and support their groundbreaking work in minimally invasive surgery,” Dr. Calcei stated. “The ArthroFree system represents a significant advancement in surgical technology, and I look forward to collaborating with the team to continue improving outcomes for patients and surgeons alike.”

The ArthroFree Wireless Camera System is the first U.S. Food and Drug Administration-cleared wireless camera for arthroscopy and general endoscopy, both areas of minimally invasive surgery. The system is designed to help surgeons work with maximum dexterity and focus. Without camera-cable-related interruptions and contamination concerns, surgeons can better monitor their patients’ well-being.

Lazurite is a medical device company focused on advancing surgical technology through wireless solutions. Its flagship product, the ArthroFree Wireless Camera System, is designed to improve surgeon mobility, reduce setup times, and enhance patient safety. Lazurite is committed to driving the future of surgery with cutting-edge technology that improves outcomes for patients, surgeons, and healthcare systems worldwide.