Founded in 1985, Applied Medical Technology, Inc. (AMT) develops and manufactures enteral feeding devices and surgical products, with design, engineering, and production carried out in its U.S. facility near Cleveland, Ohio. AMT has been part of the PEG movement from its beginnings, introducing its first silicone PEG in 1987 and the AMT Button in 1989, and today continues to expand its enteral line while developing surgical devices such as the RHAPSO® suture passer.
Vesco MedicalBased in Columbus, Ohio, Vesco Medical develops and supplies enteral feeding devices, with every product built around ENFit connectors and the ISO 80369-3 safety standard. Its portfolio includes the ambulatory Q Enteral Feeding Pump and MultiFil reusable syringes, while its quality system follows ISO 13485 and FDA requirements. Vesco is also a member of GEDSA, whose president and CEO, Tom Hancock, is identified as one of the association’s founders.NEW ALBANY, OH
Aatru Medical, LLCCleveland-based Aatru Medical, LLC develops medical devices for surgical incision management, including NPSIMS, its chemical pump-based negative pressure wound therapy system. The privately held company’s device uses a patented, no-moving-parts design to provide continuous therapy for up to seven days, with an emphasis on simpler application and affordable access to care. Aatru’s leadership combines medical, scientific and technology-development experience, and the company’s clinical work has been published in PubMed Central/Cureus.CLEVELAND, OH
A.M. Surgical, IncFounded in 1995 by Dr. Ather Mirza, A.M. Surgical develops high-precision devices and biologic solutions for minimally invasive skeletal and soft-tissue procedures. The company is particularly known for its STRATOS carpal tunnel release system, while its newer Allio meniscal allograft extends the Mirza-led business into small-joint resurfacing. Romi Mirza has led the company since 2001 as it has grown into a multimillion-dollar surgical-device business.SMITHTOWN, NY
Nordson MEDICALWith more than 40 years of experience, Nordson MEDICAL is a U.S.-based medical-device manufacturer serving designers and providers in surgical and minimally invasive care. Its work includes specialized polymer-solution-cast cannulae and catheters, with products made in the United States for clinical applications ranging from cardiovascular support to fluid management.EASTON, PA