A board-certified orthopedic surgeon with 15+ years in the OR, Dr. Arnold brings deep clinical and technical expertise to every innovation. As KODA’s Chief Innovation Officer, he ensures each solution is practical, effective, and built for real-world use.
Dr. Douglas Arnold is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with over 15 years of experience in surgical care and a long-standing commitment to clinical innovation. As Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer at KODA Ideaworks, he leads product design and development with a focus on real-world usability, safety, and regulatory rigor.
Trained at the University of Florida College of Medicine and fellowship-trained in sports medicine at the University of Miami, Dr. Arnold’s career has spanned academic hospitals, private practice, and high-pressure surgical environments. His deep understanding of musculoskeletal conditions and procedural workflows gives him a unique lens on the challenges healthcare providers face every day, particularly in time-sensitive, high-risk settings.
At KODA Ideaworks, Dr. Arnold applies his clinical expertise to every stage of product development, from concept and prototyping to field testing and FDA compliance. He plays a central role in ensuring that all innovations are both evidence-informed and aligned with the practical demands of patient care.
A practicing surgeon in Madison, Wisconsin, Dr. Arnold brings the dual perspective of active clinician and medical device innovator. His work helps ensure that KODA Ideaworks solutions are not only technically sound but grounded in the realities of modern healthcare delivery.
