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ulrich medical is committed to providing U.S. surgeons with the the finest, most advanced surgical spinal systems available
ulrich medical--Leading German Spinal Implant Manufacturer Establishes U.S. Subsidiary in St. Louis
St. Louis, MO (April 11, 2007) - ulrich medical, a leading spinal implant and surgical device manufacturer of Ulm, Germany, launched ulrich medical USA, a U.S. subsidiary headquartered in Chesterfield.
The company named Merle Symes, CEO, and Helmut Schoenhoeffer, PhD, Vice President of Business Development & Marketing.
ulrich medical has 95 years of experience in manufacturing high quality surgical devices and introduced its first spinal implants in 1978. It now sells spine implants around the world.
“While the company has a long-standing history and tradition in spine implants and instruments, its success comes from its forward thinking culture and emphasis on innovation. The investment in ulrich medical USA is a clear indication of its intent to bring this innovation to the U.S.” Symes said.
“We have unparalleled experience in manufacturing spinal implants and surgical devices, but we know that success in the U.S. will require customizing our technology to meet this market's needs. We have a strong commitment to listening to surgeons and responding to their needs. We're extremely excited about the impact that ulrich products will be able to have on the future of spine surgery in the U.S. and ultimately on the health and well-being of the patient,” Schoenhoeffer added.
The company's newest device, obelisc, a vertebral body replacement used for the surgical reconstruction of bone mass defects in the anterior thoracic and lumbar spine, was approved for use in the U.S. in December 2006. ulrich medical USA is preparing to launch the new obelisc at the annual meeting of the American Association of Neurosurgeons (AANS) in Washington, D.C. later this month.
ulrich medical USA is in the process of hiring additional staff for the St. Louis office.
ulrich medical - Leading German Spinal Implant Manufacturer Launches obelisc in U.S.
New vertebral body replacement allows surgical access from any approach; implant height can be adjusted without moving the instrument
St. Louis, MO (April 11, 2007) - ulrich medical USA, the St. Louis-based subsidiary of leading spinal implant and surgical device manufacturer, ulrich medical of Ulm, Germany, will launch obelisc, a new vertebral body replacement, at the 2007 American Academy of Neurosurgeons Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C., April 16 - 18, 2007.
obelisc is a vertebral body replacement used for the surgical reconstruction of bone mass defects in the anterior thoracic and lumbar spine. Indications include vertebral body destruction caused by tumors or fractures.
obelisc permits surgical access from all surgical approaches. The defect is bridged by distracting the implant in situ and precisely adjusting the implant to the required height. This is accomplished simply by turning the rotating knob at the end of the holder, thereby eliminating the need for movement of the instrument.
Dr. Helmut Schoenhoeffer, Vice President of Business Development and Marketing for ulrich medical USA, said, “We are excited about bringing the obelisc to U.S. surgeons. It has been enthusiastically received by surgeons around the world because of its ease of use and outstanding clinical outcomes. We believe that it will have a significant impact on how corpectomy surgery is done in the U.S.”
“With obelisc, the spine is realigned, corrected and stabilized by means of a single instrument. The launch of obelisc marks the beginning of a number of introductions of innovative systems to U.S. spine surgery by ulrich medical ,” Schoenhoeffer added.
Dr. Carsten Neumann, Chief Trauma Surgeon at University of Regensburg, will present “obelisc for vertebral body replacement: quick, safe and reliable (with two-year clinical results)” at the ulrich medical USA booth at AANS (Booth # 206).
obelisc was approved for use in the U.S. in December, 2006. It delivers proven clinical outcomes (European Journal of Trauma Vol 32, 3 June 2006, Special Issue). The obelisc implant can be augmented with osseous material.
ulrich medical is committed to providing U.S. surgeons with the the finest, most advanced surgical spinal systems available
St. Louis, MO (April 11, 2007) - ulrich medical, a leading spinal implant and surgical device manufacturer of Ulm, Germany, launched ulrich medical USA, a U.S. subsidiary headquartered in Chesterfield.
The company named Merle Symes, CEO, and Helmut Schoenhoeffer, PhD, Vice President of Business Development & Marketing.
ulrich medical has 95 years of experience in manufacturing high quality surgical devices and introduced its first spinal implants in 1978. It now sells spine implants around the world.
“While the company has a long-standing history and tradition in spine implants and instruments, its success comes from its forward thinking culture and emphasis on innovation. The investment in ulrich medical USA is a clear indication of its intent to bring this innovation to the U.S.” Symes said.
“We have unparalleled experience in manufacturing spinal implants and surgical devices, but we know that success in the U.S. will require customizing our technology to meet this market's needs. We have a strong commitment to listening to surgeons and responding to their needs. We're extremely excited about the impact that ulrich products will be able to have on the future of spine surgery in the U.S. and ultimately on the health and well-being of the patient,” Schoenhoeffer added.
The company's newest device, obelisc, a vertebral body replacement used for the surgical reconstruction of bone mass defects in the anterior thoracic and lumbar spine, was approved for use in the U.S. in December 2006. ulrich medical USA is preparing to launch the new obelisc at the annual meeting of the American Association of Neurosurgeons (AANS) in Washington, D.C. later this month.
ulrich medical USA is in the process of hiring additional staff for the St. Louis office.
ulrich medical - Leading German Spinal Implant Manufacturer Launches obelisc in U.S.New vertebral body replacement allows surgical access from any approach; implant height can be adjusted without moving the instrument
St. Louis, MO (April 11, 2007) - ulrich medical USA, the St. Louis-based subsidiary of leading spinal implant and surgical device manufacturer, ulrich medical of Ulm, Germany, will launch obelisc, a new vertebral body replacement, at the 2007 American Academy of Neurosurgeons Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C., April 16 - 18, 2007.
obelisc is a vertebral body replacement used for the surgical reconstruction of bone mass defects in the anterior thoracic and lumbar spine. Indications include vertebral body destruction caused by tumors or fractures.
obelisc permits surgical access from all surgical approaches. The defect is bridged by distracting the implant in situ and precisely adjusting the implant to the required height. This is accomplished simply by turning the rotating knob at the end of the holder, thereby eliminating the need for movement of the instrument.
Dr. Helmut Schoenhoeffer, Vice President of Business Development and Marketing for ulrich medical USA, said, “We are excited about bringing the obelisc to U.S. surgeons. It has been enthusiastically received by surgeons around the world because of its ease of use and outstanding clinical outcomes. We believe that it will have a significant impact on how corpectomy surgery is done in the U.S.”
“With obelisc, the spine is realigned, corrected and stabilized by means of a single instrument. The launch of obelisc marks the beginning of a number of introductions of innovative systems to U.S. spine surgery by ulrich medical ,” Schoenhoeffer added.
Dr. Carsten Neumann, Chief Trauma Surgeon at University of Regensburg, will present “obelisc for vertebral body replacement: quick, safe and reliable (with two-year clinical results)” at the ulrich medical USA booth at AANS (Booth # 206).
obelisc was approved for use in the U.S. in December, 2006. It delivers proven clinical outcomes (European Journal of Trauma Vol 32, 3 June 2006, Special Issue). The obelisc implant can be augmented with osseous material.