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The history of Globus is exciting if we take into account that in 20 years it has positioned itself as the leader in such a competitive and complicated market as Spine. Without a doubt, this success story is that of David Paul, a visionary and entrepreneurial genius. … [Read more...] about About Globus Medical: History and Milestones!

About Globus Medical Globus Medical is a leading musculoskeletal solutions company based in Audubon, PA. The company was founded in 2003 by an experienced team of professionals with a shared vision to create products that enable surgeons to promote healing in patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Additional information can be accessed … [Read more...] about Was the Globus Medical merge with Nuvasive an expensive deal?

These days we have talked about the acquisition of Nuvasive by Globus Medical in terms of market and increase in shares and leadership position. However, we have not yet discussed the increase in the product portfolio in a more specific way.  What is Nuvasive going to bring to Globus in terms of products?  It will mainly provide complementary TECHNOLOGY to the … [Read more...] about What differentiated products does Nuvasive bring to Globus Medical?

We are still shocked by the news of the acquisition of Nuvasive by Globus medical. It is undoubtedly a milestone in the world of the Spine. It will certainly put more pressure on its competitors! A few hours Kevin Lobo posted on Linkedin about the Q Guidance System.He wrote: "Digital healthcare is a priority at Stryker because These technologies support clinicians throughout … [Read more...] about How will market shares and the Status Quo change in the Spine market?

Feb. 10, 2023 (Seeking Alpha)-- Globus Medical fell 3.4% on Friday after plunging 18% on Thursday after the announcement of an all-stock acquisition of NuVasive, prompting a slew of Wall Street downgrades. NuVasive dropped 3.8%. Globus (NYSE:GMED) was downgraded to hold at Needham, Loop, Piper Sandler, Truist, Wells Fargo, Canaccord and BTIG … [Read more...] about Globus Medical slide continues after a raft of downgrades post NuVasive deal

Recently, we published an article where we predicted that Globus could make an acquisition shortly. However, we could not imagine that it would be so fast and even less than the acquired company could be Nuvasive after the failed negotiations a year ago. First thoughts on this acquisition However, we congratulate Globus on that move. If you want to lead, you have to … [Read more...] about Globus Medical acquires Nuvasive: Our first thoughts on this acquisition!

First, we want to take the opportunity to wish you the best in this new year and thank you for following us! Today we are providing an estimate of the market shares at the end of 2022. We highlight that now this is only our estimations. Soon as the results of the complete 2022 come out, we will update this information with the official data. After these considerations, … [Read more...] about What is our estimate of Spine’s market shares by the end of 2022?

LEWISVILLE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Orthofix Medical Inc. (NASDAQ: OFIX) and SeaSpine Holdings Corporation today announced the successful completion of their previously announced merger of equals following the approval of each company’s stockholders at respective special meetings of stockholders held today. Of votes cast, 99% of SeaSpine common shares were voted in … [Read more...] about Orthofix and SeaSpine Announce Completion of Merger of Equals to Create a Leading Global Spine and Orthopedics Company

In recent years, we have seen an increase in acquisitions in the spine market. At the beginning of this year, we saw Neurostructures bought by Incite Innovations and we thought it would be a year with many acquisitions. However, it has been the opposite. As of December, only three spine companies have been acquired (Orthofix and Seaspine not included since it is a merger of … [Read more...] about (Updated 2022):What have been the Acquisitions and Strategic Alliances made in 2022 in the Spine Market?

In 1984, Airbus launched the A320, the first commercial jet to use a digital fly-by-wire control system. At its introduction, fly-by-wire and flight envelope protection was a new experience for many pilots. Until then, the pilot was in charge of handling the controls using all the instruments and levers. Now, fly-by-wire computers acted by stabilizing the aircraft adjusting the … [Read more...] about Pedicle Screw Insertion: Why take Unnecessary Risks when the Technology already exists? 

Most companies have already published their nine months results (Q1+Q2+Q3). Which companies are growing in 2022? What have we seen in Q1,Q2,Q3 2022? The spine leading companies (Medtronic, Johnson&Johnson, Nuvasive, Stryker, Globus Medical, Zimvie, Seaspine, and ATEC Spine) have grown by 1,5%.Of the leading companies, Medtronic, Nuvasive, Globus Medical, Seaspine, and … [Read more...] about How are the Top Spine Companies performing in 2022 so far?

Dear followers and visitors,We thank you for your loyalty by visiting us year after year! We continually try to improve and provide you with more information. For those of you who are curious about past events and news, we have incorporated the files of the last ten years. In this period, many things have changed in the spine industry. Many products have been launched, … [Read more...] about Do you want to know what has happened in the Spine Industry in the past Ten years?

This week we have published about the merger between Orthofix and Seaspine. This information has not surprised us since we knew several weeks ago that Seaspine had decided to leave the European market. It had already alerted us! It was unexpected to see Seaspine give up a relevant part of the world market. What happens after this merger? 1.- Increase in market share: … [Read more...] about What could be the consequences of the fusion of Orthofix and Seaspine?

Many medical device organizations have acquired highly political cultures over the years. They have become slow, irrational, and with low performance. Their focus is away from sales and from the customer. They are in some businesses (such as Spine) as a Titanic sinking slow but saved at the last minute by acquisitions. In the past, they focused on growing, selling more, and … [Read more...] about Does your company have a Highly Politicized Culture? Do you agree that it could lead to Low Performance and a Lack of Competitiveness?

This morning I came across an article written by a manufacturer* of spinal implants defending PEEK as a material with many advantages. It is the first time I noticed a company defending it these days, even though for 20 years it has been the gold standard. It would be for something, right? The reason is that PEEK had many advantages at that time and represented a clear … [Read more...] about Is peek dead for spinal implants? Not everyone thinks the same!

The first anterior cervical fusion surgeries were performed in the early 1950s by Bailey and Badgley. At that time, many others such as Cloward, Smith, and Robinson contributed greatly to the refinement of cervical fusion techniques. The high rates of nonunion and kyphosis rates in multi-level cases led to the design and development of another type of anterior internal cervical … [Read more...] about Historical Spine Systems (2): CSLP Cervical Plate

The transpedicular fixation was initially developed by Dr Magerl in 1977. Originally it was used for external fixation of the lower thoracic and lumbar spine. The fixation device, consisting of two transverse bars and three threaded rods with triangular locking plates, provided rigid stability. The system could be applied in distraction, compression, or in a neutral mode. … [Read more...] about Historical Spine Systems (1) : Dick´s “Fixateur Interne”