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Malcolm R DeBaun

Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Surgery
Box 104002, DUMC, Durham, NC 27710
311 Trent Drive, Durham, NC 27710

Research Interests


My research focuses primarily on three domains. Relying on my background in bioengineering, I develop novel technology, implants, and instrumentation to improve surgery for my patients. I also am focused on translational research to develop solutions for fracture-related infection and critical bone loss. Lastly, having spent 10 years training in the Silicon Valley, I am passionate about leveraging innovation and digital health to provide solutions for orthopaedic patients.

Selected Grants


Safety and Efficacy of XPERIENCE Irrigation Solution to Prevent Fracture Related Infection: a Preclinical Study

ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Next Science · 2024 - 2026

Fresh Tissue Lab

Inst. Training Prgm or CMEPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by CurvaFix, Inc. · 2022 - 2023

Fresh Tissue Lab

Inst. Training Prgm or CMEPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Medical Device Business Services, Inc. · 2022 - 2022

Fresh Tissue Lab

Inst. Training Prgm or CMEPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Si-Bone Inc. · 2022 - 2022

External Relationships


  • Azra Care Inc.
  • Depuy Synthes
  • NSite Medical, INC
  • Nextscience
  • Osteocentric
  • Reselute
  • SI Bone
  • Shukla Medical

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