K2M Announces Technology Acquisition and Debut of BLUE RIDGE Hybrid Cervical Plate System at 2011 North American Spine Society Annual (press release)
LEESBURG, VA … November 1, 2011 – K2M, Inc., a spinal device company developing innovative solutions for the treatment of complex spinal pathologies and minimally invasive procedures, announced tomorrow’s debut of the BLUE RIDGE™ Hybrid Cervical Plate System at the 2011 North American Spine Society Annual Meeting (NASS) in Chicago. The launch will mark the tenth new product to be showcased by the company at NASS this year.
The investment in K2M by leading private equity firm Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe one year ago has allowed the company to drive rapid organic growth and product innovation. This one-step locking technology acquired from Amendia and utilized in BLUE RIDGE allows K2M to offer innovative solutions to address all segments of the cervical plate market.
“While the industry adjusts to a challenging business environment, K2M is experiencing rapid growth as we continuously deliver on our promises to patients, physicians, and colleagues to provide a comprehensive portfolio as a leader in the global spine market...
