John McCutcheon

Ceterix Orthopaedics, Inc. develops novel surgical tools for arthroscopic procedures. It offers NovoStitch Pro Meniscal Repair System, a device designed to address complex meniscal tear patterns not adequately served by other repair systems. The company was founded by Justin Saliman and John G. McCutcheon in October 2010 and is headquartered in Fremont, CA.

Disc Dynamics, Inc. (DDI) develops medical equipment for treating low back pain. Its product DASCOR Disc Arthroplasty System, a catheter-based invasive nucleus replacement technology helps for the treatment of degenerated lumbar discs. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Eden Prairie, MN

Ventus Medical manufactured and distributed medical devices Located in Belmont, California, Ventus Medical has developed a new breakthrough therapy for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA afflicts roughly 50 million people in the United States alone, and existing solutions do not always meet patient's needs. Through truly innovative technology, solid clinical evidence, and a focus on the patient, Ventus Medical seeks to deliver consumer-preferred, physician-recommended solutions. Ventus Medical has conducted several randomized clinical studies across the United States and has received FDA clearance for PROVENT Sleep Apnea Therapy.

Emphasys Medical, Inc., a medical technology company, focuses on developing and commercializing minimally invasive therapeutic devices for the treatment of patients with emphysema and other breathing disorders. It offers Zephyr Endobronchial Valve system, which is designed to block air from passing through the opening in the lung and into the chest cavity, resulting in the reduction or elimination of airflow through the leak to allow the tissue to heal. The company offers its products through distributors and dealers in Europe, Australia, Hong Kong, and Singapore. Emphasys Medical was founded in 2000 and is based in Redwood City, CA. Emphasys Medical, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Pulmonx Corp.

Devices for Vascular Intervention, Inc. operated as a developer of catheters for coronary atherectomy. The company was founded by Simpson B. John and was headquartered in Santa Clara, CA.

LuMend, Inc. used to develop medical devices. It delivered technology and services to interventional cardiologists, radiologists and vascular surgeons specializing in endovascular techniques for the treatment of peripheral vascular diseases. The company also provided a clinical solution to chronic total occlusions. LuMend was founded by John B. Simpson & Matthew R. Selmon in 1996 and was headquartered in Redwood City, CA.

Advanced Stent Technologies, Inc. designs, develops & manufactures stents and stent delivery systems. It provides research and development of innovative devices for the treatment of complicated lesions. The company was founded in 1997 and is located in Pleasanton, CA