ZSX Medical is a privately held, clinical-stage medical device company developing surgical closure technology for minimally invasive women’s health procedures. Its lead product, Zip-stitch, uses bio-absorbable clips delivered through a laparoscopic applicator to close internal incisions during laparoscopic hysterectomy, and is undergoing pivotal clinical testing in the United States. The company’s team combines medical-device engineering and commercialization experience with a network of product-development partners.
Lapro-SharkFounded by a surgeon who saw the limitations of existing operating-room tools, Brainchild Surgical Devices develops closure equipment for surgeons performing minimally invasive procedures. Its Lapro-Shark device is intended to make trocar-site fascial closure more controlled and consistent.BROOKLYN, NY
Escala MedicalEscala Medical develops women’s-health devices for pelvic organ prolapse, led by its Mendit system for incision-free pelvic-floor repair in an outpatient setting. Founded to provide advanced repair solutions for POP, the company brings together medical-device and urogynecology experience across its leadership and board. Mendit is FDA-cleared in the United States and is designed to complete repair within minutes, with patients returning to normal activity within a day.BETHLEHEM, PA
FEMSelectFEMSelect develops women’s-health medical devices for pelvic floor conditions, notably EnPlace, a mesh-free system for minimally invasive, same-day pelvic organ prolapse repair. The company grew from POP Medical Solutions, which began developing the technology in 2013, received FDA clearance in 2016, and changed its name to FEMSelect in 2019. FEMSelect is woman-led and also offers FDA-cleared Elitone devices for at-home urinary-incontinence treatment.MANHATTAN, NY
EZ SurgicalEZ Surgical is a medical device company specializing in the production of medical devices addressing unmet clinical needs. Its DASH disposable absorbent secure hold technology entered the United States market.HEWLETT, NY