NORWALK, CONNECTICUT (PRWEB) JUNE 29, 2023–Premia Spine, a medical technology company revolutionizing the treatment of chronic leg and back pain, today announced that the first surgical procedure using the TOPS™ System, a state-of-the-art motion preservation spinal device, has been successfully performed in the U.S., immediately following its approval by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). “Spinal […]
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Former Spine Sales Rep from Depuy Synthes Arrested for Defrauding Boston Hospital
A former DePuy Synthes (Johnson & Johnson) sales representative was indicted this week for allegedly defrauding a Boston-area hospital. He is accused of having falsely documented invoices sent to the hospital billing department claiming to have sold spinal products more expensive than they bought and in larger quantities. As a result, the hospital was substantially […]
Intrinsic Therapeutics Announces Results from Post Market Study Confirming Benefits of Barricaid® Annular Closure Implant
BOSTON, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Intrinsic Therapeutics, Inc., a medical device company focused on preventing reherniation and reoperation following lumbar discectomy, today has announced the publication of results from a post-market study that the use of Barricaid in high-risk patients results in significantly fewer reherniations and reoperations when compared to patients treated with discectomy alone. The study, […]
Aurora Spine Announces Initial Patient Enrolled for DEXA-C Multicenter Study
Carlsbad, Calif, June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aurora Spine Corporation (“Aurora Spine” or the “Company”) (TSXV:ASG) (OTCQB: ASAPF), a designer and manufacturer of innovative medical devices that improve spinal surgery outcomes, today announced that the first patient has been enrolled for its multicenter study of DEXA-CTM Cervical Interbody System. The commencement of the enrollment of […]
Augmedics raises $82.5 million to accelerate adoption of augmented reality spine surgery
CHICAGO – June 27, 2023 – Augmedics, a pioneer in augmented reality (AR) surgical navigation, today announced the successful close of an $82.5 million Series D financing. The round was led by Dallas-based CPMG and adds Evidity Health Capital as a syndicate partner, with participation from current investors H.I.G. Capital, Revival Healthcare Capital, Almeda Ventures […]
PathKeeper Surgical Commercializes Spine Navigation System with First U.S. Cases
KFAR SABA, Israel, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — PathKeeper Surgical, a privately-held, Israel-based, medical technology company, dedicated to improving the health of individuals around the world suffering from all spinal issues requiring surgery, while making navigation-guided surgery available to any patient in all operating rooms, announces the first commercial use of the PathKeeper, 3D optical navigation system in the United States. The […]
Genesys Spine Launches SIros O™ Transfixing SI Joint Fusion System
AUSTIN, Texas, June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Genesys Spine today announced the launch of the SIros O™ Oblique SI Fusion system. This is the third sacroiliac joint fusion system offered by Genesys Spine and provides physicians with expanded surgical options to address SI Joint pain. “We are thrilled to announce the launch of the SIros O Oblique […]
Zavation, a Gemspring Capital Portfolio Company, Acquires CoreLink
WESTPORT, Conn., June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Zavation Medical Products, LLC (“Zavation”), an innovative designer and manufacturer of spinal implant, interventional spine and biologics products and a portfolio company of Gemspring Capital (“Gemspring”), today announced that it has acquired CoreLink, LLC (“CoreLink”), a leading, vertically-integrated provider of spinal implant and instrumentation systems, from The Stephens Group, LLC. […]
AO and icotec ag Kick off joint development of a New Generation Pedicle System
The AO Foundation and icotec ag announce the successful agreement and kick off of their joint development of a new generation pedicle system optimized for conditions such as osteoporosis. This innovative system will feature optimized construct stiffness by utilizing icotec’s BlackArmor® Carbon/PEEK composite implant material and the design freedom of its proprietary manufacturing process injection moulding CFM. […]
How have the Leading Spine companies performed in this First Quarter of 2023?
The acquisition of Nuvasive by Globus Medical last February, has undoubtedly been the big news in the first quarter of 2023. This action will change market shares and leadership positions. Another fact to consider is the consequence of the merger of Orthofix with Seaspine, which places them among the top 5 in the world spine […]
Brainlab and the AO Foundation Collaborate on the Future of Immersive Medical Education and Training
Munich, June 22, 2023—Brainlab, a digital medical technology company, announced today an expanded collaboration outlining initiatives in their ongoing work with the AO Foundation . Signed at the annual AO Trustees Meeting—held this year in Sydney, Australia—the collaboration showcases both parties’ dedication to advancing medical education, delivering on a shared belief that immersive education is the catalyst for […]
IMPLANET announces the European launch of the MIS range, a minimally invasive pedicle screw system
Bordeaux, Boston, June 21, 2023 – 6:00 pm CEST: IMPLANET (Euronext Growth: ALIMP, FR0013470168, eligible for PEA-PME equity savings plans), a medical technology company specializing in implants for orthopedic surgery and the distribution of technological medical equipment, today announced the launch of the MIS range, a minimally invasive pedicle screw positioning system, a result of […]
GE HealthCare Announces Collaboration with DePuy Synthes to Bring Advanced 3D Precision Imaging Innovation to Spine Practices in the United States
CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–GE HealthCare (Nasdaq: GEHC) has entered into a distribution agreement with DePuy Synthes*, the Orthopaedics Company of Johnson & Johnson, to bring GE HealthCare’s OEC 3D Imaging System, in conjunction with DePuy Synthes’ extensive product portfolio, to more surgeons and patients across the United States. This new collaboration demonstrates GE HealthCare’s ongoing commitment to […]
Inspired Spine SurgCenter: Grand Opening of Cutting-Edge Facility and Launch of Innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Program
BURNSVILLE, Minn., June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Inspired Spine SurgCenter is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its state-of-the-art facility in Burnsville, MN. Located at 1601 Hwy 13 E, Burnsville, MN 55337, the new center represents a significant milestone in advanced surgical care. Alongside the grand opening, Inspired Spine SurgCenter is proud to introduce its groundbreaking AI program, revolutionizing patient […]
Premia Spine TOPS™ System Achieves FDA Premarket Approval with Superiority-to-Fusion Label
NORWALK, CONN. (PRWEB) JUNE 20, 2023 Premia Spine, a medical technology company revolutionizing the treatment of chronic leg and back pain, proudly announces the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of its Total Posterior Spine (TOPS) facet joint replacement system. The TOPS System previously earned the FDA’s Breakthrough Designation status and has now successfully completed its Premarket Approval […]
Spinal Elements Announces Appointment of Susan Denman to the Board
CARLSBAD, Calif., June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Spinal Elements (or “the Company”), a spine technology company, today announced the appointment of Susan Denman to the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). As a highly respected leader in the industry, Ms. Denman brings to the Board extensive experience in advancing the intersection of business and technology to drive growth. Over […]
Orthofix Announces the Full Commercial Launch of WaveForm A 3D Printed Anterior Lumbar Interbody
LEWISVILLE, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Orthofix Medical Inc. (NASDAQ:OFIX), a leading global spine and orthopedics company, today announced the full commercial launch of the WaveForm® A interbody for Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) procedures. The WaveForm A interbody seamlessly integrates with the company’s Meridian ALIF system for treating patients in need of fusion due to degenerative disc disease. The proprietary wave-like […]
PathKeeper Surgical Receives FDA 510k Clearance for Spine Navigation System
KFAR SABA, ISRAEL (PRWEB) JUNE 15, 2023–PathKeeper Surgical, a privately-held, Israel-based, medical technology company, dedicated to improving the health of individuals around the world suffering from all spinal issues requiring surgery, while making navigation-guided surgery available to any patient in all operating rooms, received its U.S. Federal & Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for its PathKeeper, […]
Altus Spine Announces Successful First Case with Indy Standalone ALIF System
West Chester, PA – June 15, 2023 – Altus Spine, a leader in the development and innovation of medical devices used in spinal correction surgery, announces an evolutionary milestone in their product portfolio. With the recent release of the advanced Altus Spine Lumbar Standalone Interbody Fusion System, the Indy Standalone was recently used to perform […]
Centinel Spine® Completes Enrollment in First-of-its-Kind 2-Level IDE Trial Evaluating prodisc® C Match-the-Disc™ Cervical TDR System
WEST CHESTER, Pa., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Centinel Spine®, LLC, (“the Company”) a leading global medical device company addressing cervical and lumbar spinal disease by providing the most robust and clinically-proven total disc replacement technology platform in the world (prodisc®), today announced the completion of enrollment in a first-of-its-kind Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) study evaluating the […]
NuVasive’s Early Beginnings! The Story told by its Founder!
June 2023 by Jim Marino–There are only a few parties who are familiar with the earliest beginnings of NuVasive. I am one of them, as I was the founder and I gave the company its name. Initially, the early inventive concepts that germinated NuVasive were developed from my interests in arthroscopy and spine surgery. I […]
(UPDATED 2023): +20 Korean Spine Companies to Know…!
The population of South Korea is aging rapidly, owing to reduced birth rates and increasing life expectancy. The demographic trend toward an aging population represents a growing need for the management of old age-associated spine disorders. South Korea has a higher number of geriatric population than young people. According to the Korean Statistical Information Service […]
SurGenTec’s TiLink-L Receives FDA Clearance, Leading the Way as the First Offering in its Advanced Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Portfolio
BOCA RATON, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–A leader in innovative medical devices, is proud to announce clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for their proprietary TiLink-L Sacroiliac Joint Fusion System. The SI joint implant may be implanted from a lateral or posterior/oblique approach and uses unique surface technology to optimize bone growth. This implant will be […]
Brett Gopal Joins SpiTrex Orthopedics as New Senior Vice President of Operations
LE LOCLE, SWITZERLAND (PRWEB) JUNE 09, 2023–SpiTrex Orthopedics, industry leader in medical device contract manufacturing, announced that Brett Gopal has joined the team as Senior Vice President of Operations. Brett brings to SpiTrex improvements in lean manufacturing, automation, and continuous improvement to services. A native of Chennai, India, Brett came to the United States to study […]
Inspired Spine SurgCenter announces grand opening of state-of-the-art facility
BURNSVILLE, Minn., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Inspired Spine Surgery Center is proud to announce the grand opening of its brand-new facility in Burnsville, MN. The new center, which is located at 1601 Hwy 13 E, Burnsville, MN 55337, boasts a cutting-edge design and the latest in medical technology, making it one of the most advanced surgery centers in the region. […]
SMAIO receives FDA 510(k) clearance for customized surgery planning software co-developed with NuVasive
Lyon (France), June 8, 2023 – 7:00 am CEST – SMAIO (Software, Machines and Adaptative Implants in Orthopaedics – Euronext Growth Paris ISIN: FR0014005I80 / Ticker: ALSMA), a French player specializing in transforming vertebral fusion with breakthrough innovation, today announced that it has received FDA 510(k) clearance for the customized surgery planning software co-developed with […]
Dr. Armen Khachatryan completes first lumbar total joint replacement surgeries in Park City, UT with 3Spine MOTUS technology
SALT LAKE CITY, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Armen Khachatryan, MD and The Disc Replacement Center today announced successful completion of the first series of MOTUS lumbar total joint replacement surgeries as part of the BalancedBack pivotal clinical trial sponsored by 3Spine. The study aims to compare outcomes for patients treated with the new low back total joint reconstruction to patients […]