John McCutcheon

Emphasys Medical, Inc., a medical technology company, focuses on developing and commercializing minimally invasive therapeutic devices for the treatment of patients with emphysema and other breathing disorders. It offers Zephyr Endobronchial Valve system, which is designed to block air from passing through the opening in the lung and into the chest cavity, resulting in the reduction or elimination of airflow through the leak to allow the tissue to heal. The company offers its products through distributors and dealers in Europe, Australia, Hong Kong, and Singapore. Emphasys Medical was founded in 2000 and is based in Redwood City, CA. Emphasys Medical, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Pulmonx Corp.

Perclose, based in Menlo Park, Calif., designs, manufactures and markets less invasive medical devices that automate the surgical closure or connection of blood vessels.

Disc Dynamics, Inc. (DDI) develops medical equipment for treating low back pain. Its product DASCOR Disc Arthroplasty System, a catheter-based invasive nucleus replacement technology helps for the treatment of degenerated lumbar discs. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Eden Prairie, MN

Baxter Healthcare Corp. develops, manufactures, and distributes hospital supplies and medical technologies. It distributes medical treatment options for conditions such as hemophilia, immune disorders, kidney disease, cancer, and trauma. The company was founded on June 21, 1967 and is headquartered in Deerfield, IL.

Ventus Medical manufactured and distributed medical devices Located in Belmont, California, Ventus Medical has developed a new breakthrough therapy for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA afflicts roughly 50 million people in the United States alone, and existing solutions do not always meet patient's needs. Through truly innovative technology, solid clinical evidence, and a focus on the patient, Ventus Medical seeks to deliver consumer-preferred, physician-recommended solutions. Ventus Medical has conducted several randomized clinical studies across the United States and has received FDA clearance for PROVENT Sleep Apnea Therapy.

Ceterix Orthopaedics, Inc. develops novel surgical tools for arthroscopic procedures. It offers NovoStitch Pro Meniscal Repair System, a device designed to address complex meniscal tear patterns not adequately served by other repair systems. The company was founded by Justin Saliman and John G. McCutcheon in October 2010 and is headquartered in Fremont, CA.

ZELTIQ Aesthetics, Inc. is a medical technology company, which focuses on developing and commercializing products. Its product, the coolsculpting system is designed to selectively reduce stubborn fat bulges. The company was founded by Mitchell E. Levinson in 2005 and is headquartered in North Chicago, IL.

Advanced Stent Technologies, Inc. designs, develops & manufactures stents and stent delivery systems. It provides research and development of innovative devices for the treatment of complicated lesions. The company was founded in 1997 and is located in Pleasanton, CA