- In June 2023, Becton Dickinson and Company signed an agreement with STERIS to divest its Surgical Instrumentation platform, simplifying its product range. This move allows Becton Dickinson to focus on priority business areas, while STERIS strengthens its surgical offerings
- In October 2022, Aspen Surgical acquired Symmetry Surgical, a key player in the production of specialty and high-quality surgical instruments. This acquisition boosts Aspen’s instrument portfolio, enabling it to provide a wider array of tools for surgical procedures
- In July 2022, Medtronic plc formed a strategic partnership with CathWorks, an Israeli company focused on coronary artery disease (CAD) diagnostics and therapy innovation. The collaboration aims to advance CAD surgical options and enhance patient outcomes
- In May 2022, Johnson & Johnson secured FDA approval for its Monarch robotic surgery system, which can now be used to assist in kidney stone removal. This approval marks an expansion in Johnson & Johnson’s robotic capabilities in minimally invasive surgery
- In May 2022, Medtronic plc completed the acquisition of Intersect ENT, integrating advanced sinus treatment devices into its ENT portfolio. This addition provides Medtronic with new tools to enhance post-operative outcomes and treat nasal polyps
