What Eminent Spine does

Eminent Spine is a privately held medical device company headquartered in Plano, Texas that designs, manufactures, and sells spinal implants and surgical instrumentation to spine surgeons, hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and specialty spine clinics. Founded in 2008 by Stephen Courtney, the company has developed a portfolio of FDA 510(k)-cleared implant systems spanning cervical, lumbar, sacroiliac joint, scoliosis deformity, extremities, kyphoplasty, and biologics categories, with 14 cumulative FDA 510(k) implant system clearances. The company's flagship technology centers on 3D-printed titanium implants featuring a proprietary porous lattice architecture engineered to mimic cancellous bone trabecular structure, with pore sizing of 300-800 micrometers and porosity of 60% or greater to promote osseointegration and reduce screw loosening in osteoporotic bone. The April 2025 FDA 510(k) clearance of the 3D Titanium Pedicle Screw System is positioned as the first and only FDA-cleared 3D-printed titanium pedicle screw globally.

Eminent Spine operates a B2B direct sales model with revenue generated primarily from one-time hardware sales of implants and matched surgical preparation instrument sets rather than recurring contracts. Pricing is quotation-based through hospital procurement processes and is not publicly disclosed. The company employs between 11 and 50 people and maintains a single U.S. headquarters, with international spinal sales initiated in 2012. Product launches from 2023 through 2025 have substantially broadened the portfolio across lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF, TLIF, ALIF), cervical stand-alone cages, SI joint fixation, scoliosis deformity correction, and the leading-edge 3D pedicle screw platform, supported by a content-driven marketing approach targeting surgeon adoption through technique manuals, IFUs, white papers, and case studies.

Name

Eminent Spine

Legal name

Eminent Spine

Website

https://eminentspine.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Eminent Spine is a privately held Plano, Texas medical device company that designs and sells 3D-printed titanium spinal implants and surgical instrumentation to spine surgeons, hospitals, and ambulatory surgical centers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Spinal Implants

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113), Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842), Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro primary industry

Spine Implants & Motion Preservation (Fusion/Disc/Interspinous) (HLAHAEAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

3D-Printed & Patient-Specific Implants (Custom Ortho/Spine/Cranial) (HLAHAEAJ)

Keywords

• Spinal implant manufacturing
• 3D printed titanium implants
• Orthopedic medical devices
• Spinal fusion systems
• FDA cleared implants

Headquarters

HQ city

Plano

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Spinal Implant Sales: Eminent Spine generates revenue through the sale of spinal implants and surgical instrumentation to healthcare facilities, hospitals, and surgeons. Products include pedicle screw systems, cervical implants, lumbar systems, SI joint systems, and associated prep sets. Revenue is primarily one-time capital equipment and consumable implant sales rather than recurring revenue from a single customer.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Eminent Spine designs, manufactures, and sells FDA 510(k)-cleared spinal implant systems for spine surgeons and healthcare facilities. The portfolio centers on 3D printed titanium and PEEK spinal implants, including the flagship 3D Titanium Pedicle Screw System (the first and only FDA-cleared 3D titanium pedicle screw in the world), cervical interbody cages and plates, lumbar interbody fusion systems (ALIF, PLIF, TLIF, LLIF), sacroiliac (SI) joint fixation systems, scoliosis deformity correction systems, and complementary surgical preparation instrument sets.

Product overview

Eminent Spine is a spinal implant manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of FDA 510(k) cleared spinal fixation and fusion products. The portfolio centers on 3D Printed Titanium technology across multiple product lines including the flagship 3D Titanium Pedicle Screw System (first and only FDA-cleared 3D titanium pedicle screw in the world), cervical solutions (Cervical Stand-Alone, Cervical Plate, Cervical IBFD), lumbar interbody fusion systems (ALIF Stand-Alone in 3D Titanium and PEEK, 3D PLIF/TLIF, PLIF, TLIF, LLIF, Buttress Plate), SI joint fixation (SI Screw System, 3D Titanium Posterior SI System), scoliosis deformity correction, traditional Pedicle Screw systems for Open and MIS procedures, and surgical preparation instrument sets (Prep Sets). The company also offers Kyphoplasty products for vertebral fracture treatment and Biologics for bone healing support. All products are offered as non-sterile implants with corresponding instrumentation. The product architecture follows a modular approach where core implant systems (pedicle screws, interbody cages, plates) are complemented by procedure-specific preparation instrument sets.

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Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 3D Titanium Pedicle Screw System The first and only FDA 510(k) approved 3D titanium pedicle screw in the world, designed for spine surgeons performing spinal fusion procedures. Features proprietary lattice architecture mimicking cancellous bone, triple lead thread technology, and cortical/cancellous hybrid thread pattern for superior osseointegration and pull-out strength.
• Scoliosis Deformity Pedicle Screw System Spinal fixation system for scoliosis deformity correction, consisting of 5.5mm rods (straight or pre-contoured), cannulated polyaxial screws with set caps (6.0mm to 12.5mm diameters), cross connectors with locking screws, rod connectors, and iliac bolts.
• Cervical Stand-Alone Cage Cervical interbody fusion device available in PEEK and 3D Printed Titanium materials for spine surgeons. Features tapered nose for ease of insertion, aggressive lordotic teeth for implant fixation, large central opening for bone graft, and locking tab for visible security of screws with 35° cranial/caudal angulation and 10° medial convergence.
• Cervical Plate System Modern, low-profile anterior cervical plate system for spine surgeons, available in 1-4 levels with 14° and 18° plate angle options, 1.84mm-2.04mm thickness, friction locking tab preventing screw migration, large graft windows for cage confirmation, and fixed and variable screw options.
• Cervical IBFD (Interbody Fusion Device) Cervical interbody fusion cage for spine surgeons, with aggressive teeth to resist migration, lordosis for ease of insertion, and large central opening for bone graft material. Available in PEEK, Machined Titanium, and 3D Printed Titanium options.
• SI Screw System (Lateral SI Joint Fusion) Sacroiliac joint fusion system with 3D Printed Titanium and Machined Titanium options in headed and headless configurations for spine surgeons. Features self-drilling self-tapping tip, triple lead thread, cortical/cancellous thread, 2.8mm Steinmann cannulation, and fenestrated design. Sizes: 8.5-13.0mm diameter, 20-90mm length.
• 3D Titanium Posterior SI System 3D titanium posterior sacroiliac joint fixation system for spine surgeons with built-in locking tab, SI compression and transfixation capabilities, aggressive lordotic teeth to resist migration, and tapered nose for ease of insertion.
• ALIF Stand-Alone (3D Titanium) Anterior lumbar interbody fusion stand-alone system with 3D titanium anterior surface (with or without teeth), lordosis nose and rounded edges for ease of insertion. Features 32mm-38mm width, 10mm-20mm height, and 6°-18° lordosis options; variable screw angulation of 40° cranial/caudal.
• ALIF (PEEK) Anterior lumbar interbody fusion cage in PEEK material (also available in Machined Titanium) for spine surgeons. Features anatomic curved and rounded margins, lordosis and tapered bullet tip for ease of insertion, with 6°, 12°, 18° lordosis options.
• Lumbar Pedicle Screw System (Open & MIS) Traditional lumbar pedicle screw system for spine surgeons, available in multiple series (PCB, PC, PS, IHP, ICP) with machined titanium construction, diameters of 4.50-8.00mm and lengths 30-55mm. Features triple lead screw design, friction tulip, and 5.5mm rod compatibility.
• 3D PLIF & TLIF 3D Printed Titanium posterior and transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion cages for spine surgeons. PLIF features 24mm-31mm length, 9mm width, 6° lordosis. TLIF features 32mm x 11mm, 6° lordosis. Both have tapered nose, lordosis, and rounded edges.
• PLIF (Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion) Posterior lumbar interbody fusion cage for spine surgeons with aggressive lordotic teeth to resist migration, rounded edges for rotational insertion, tapered bullet tip nose. Available in PEEK, 3D Titanium, and Machined Titanium options.
• TLIF (Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion) Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion cage for spine surgeons with lordotic options allowing ease of insertion and self-distraction. Available in 3D Titanium. Features 28-32mm length, 11mm width, 0°-6° lordosis.
• LLIF (Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion) Lateral lumbar interbody fusion cage manufactured from PEEK-OPTIMA for spine surgeons, with various profiles ranging from 18mm-22mm width and 40mm-55mm length. Available in 0°-8° lordosis options.
• Buttress Plate Anterior lumbar buttress plate system for spine surgeons featuring large window for graft visualization, smooth contours for vessel protection, 8-degree lordosis contours, tripod fixation with self-tapping fangs for rotational stability, and tri-lobe patented locking screw technology.
• Prep Sets (Surgical Preparation Instruments) Surgical preparation instrument sets for healthcare facilities, available for SI, Pedicle Screw (Open & MIS), PLIF/TLIF, ALIF, Cervical Stand-Alone, and Cervical Plate procedures.
• Kyphoplasty Minimally invasive surgical procedure and associated products used by spine surgeons to treat spinal fractures typically caused by osteoporosis or trauma. Goal is to restore vertebral height, stabilize fractures, and reduce pain.
• Biologics Biological products for spinal fusion procedures, designed to support bone growth and healing in spine surgery.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced screw loosening in osteoporotic patients through 3D lattice technology promoting bone ingrowth
• +2 more outcomes

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature6 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Globus Medical: Direct competitor with overlapping 3D-printed titanium interbody and pedicle screw portfolios across cervical, lumbar, and SI joint fusion, plus spinal deformity correction — competing head-to-head with Eminent Spine in hospitals and ASCs.
• NuVasive (now Globus Medical): Pre-merger NuVasive was a direct spinal implant peer with cervical and lumbar interbody, pedicle screw, and biologics lines targeting the same spine surgeon customers as Eminent Spine.
• Alphatec Spine: Mid-size focused spine implant company with cervical, lumbar interbody, SI joint, and deformity pedicle screw systems competing directly in the same OR call point as Eminent Spine.
• Orthofix (with SeaSpine): Combined spine franchise including 3D-printed titanium interbodies, pedicle screws, and bone biologics — a directly comparable product portfolio and surgeon customer base.
• SI-BONE: Specialist in sacroiliac joint fusion implants, including iFuse and newer 3D-printed offerings, competing directly with Eminent's SI Screw and 3D Titanium Posterior SI System.
• Life Spine: Privately held spine-focused peer with interbody, pedicle screw, and SI joint systems sold through similar B2B field-sales channels to community hospitals and spine surgeons.
• Spinal Elements: Spine-only company offering cervical and lumbar interbody cages, fixation, and biologics — directly competing for the same spine surgeon accounts and OR shelf space.

Broad incumbents

• Stryker Spine: Large medical device incumbent with a dedicated spine business (cervical, lumbar, biologics, navigation/robotics) offering overlapping capability to Eminent's portfolio with much wider distribution scale.
• DePuy Synthes (Johnson & Johnson): Major incumbent with a deep spine franchise including pedicle screws, interbodies, and biologics, targeting the same hospitals and spine/neurosurgeons as Eminent Spine.

Emerging players

• Xtant Medical: Smaller spine and biologics company with fixation and interbody offerings, comparable in scale and go-to-market orientation to Eminent Spine.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/SpineEminent
• Facebookfacebook.com/EminentSpine1

Compliance18 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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