CoreSpine Technologies™

Winner of the
2008 Minnesota Cup

CoreSpine Technologies is focused on developing a proprietary platform technology to produce advanced surgical devices for the complete or selective removal of material from the lumbar disc space. The devices are intended for use in the rapidly emerging and changing field of spinal surgery, especially the therapies that seek to be either less or minimally invasive.

The company’s first device received 510(k) clearance to market from the FDA in April 2009. Several patents are pending in the U.S. and internationally.

A dedicated, talented team of employees and advisors has helped the company continue to thrive in challenging times. In 2008, CoreSpine was selected from a field of 844 companies as the winner of the Minnesota Cup, a prestigious award recognizing breakthrough business ideas.

CoreSpine Technologies is privately held and was formed in June 2005. The company is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Management Team

CoreSpine was founded by experienced executives in the field of emerging spine. The management teams haa demonstrated success in pioneering innovative technology, developing products to fill an unmet need, and leading a lean, fiscally responsible organization. The company has achieved significant milestones while using investors’ money responsibly.

The company has also formed a strong business advisory board composed of executives possessing decades of experience with medical device companies.

Medical Advisory Board

Recognized leaders in the field of emerging spine serve as advisors to the company. CoreSpine’s Medical Director, Dr. John Sherman, brings a wealth of knowledge and spine experience to the company. In addition to Dr. Sherman, CoreSpine has a full Medical Advisory Board of practicing spine surgeons.