Spinal Tech

IMPLANET announced the appointment of Brian T. Ennis as a new member of its board of directors.

FzioMed, a medical device manufacturer focusing on biomaterials, has received notification from U.S. Food and Drug Administration that the Medical Device Dispute Resolution Panel will convene and make a decision on the approval of Oxiplex Gel on June 10.

  Advanced Biologics announced the results of its most recent peer-reviewed data on the use of OsteoAMP for cervical spine fusions, which are also published in the Journal of Spine.

Lakeview Vision & Robotics has developed a new technology for the orthopedic implant industry to improve the reliability of small implant parts, the LVR inspection system, according to a Robotics Online report.

Memphis, Tenn.-based Wright Medical Group is planning a $4.28 million expansion to its existing facility in Arlington, Tenn., according to a Memphis Business Journal report.

  Stryker announced the completion of its previously announced acquisition of Berchtold Holding.

  Here are 11 key notes on major spine and orthopedic device companies.

  Medline recently acquired Amendia's anterior cervical fusion distraction pin business.

ConMed is exploring a sale and has contacted large medical device companies to gauge their interest, according to a Reuters report.

Anika Therapeutics announced the first U.S. commercial sale of Monovisc by its commercial partner — DePuy Synthes Mitek Sports Medicine.