Johnson & Johnson Medical Acquires Orthotaxy to Advance Next-Generation Robotic-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery Platform

Recently, VCBeat learned thatJohnson & Johnson MedTech Announces Acquisition of Orthotaxy Through French Subsidiary Apsis S.A.S.Johnson & Johnson did not disclose the financial terms of the acquisition. Orthotaxy is a privately held developer of surgical software technologies that provides differentiated robot-assisted surgical solutions. Currently, this proprietary technology is in the early stages of research and development for total knee arthroplasty and partial knee arthroplasty. Johnson & Johnson MedTech plans to expand its application and promote it across a broader range of orthopedic procedures.。

This acquisition aims to establish next-generation, robotic-assisted orthopedic surgical solutions that are more cost-effective, efficient, and user-friendly. Orthotaxy’s technology will become a critical component of the overall solution, delivering value to surgeons and patients by leveraging enabling technologies to personalize surgical workflows and optimize procedural planning.

“Our goal is to bring to market a robotic-assisted surgical technology that is an integral part of our comprehensive orthopedics platform, creating value for patients, surgeons, and healthcare providers,” said Ciro Rӧmer, Group Chairman of the Orthopedics Division at Johnson & Johnson MedTech. “The Orthotaxy team brings extensive expertise and passion to the development of this platform. We are committed to launching differentiated technologies that help improve clinical outcomes and enhance patient satisfaction.”

This acquisition underscores Johnson & Johnson MedTech’s determination and commitment to building an innovative and comprehensive digital surgery platform that creates value for customers and raises the standard of care for patients. Going forward, Johnson & Johnson MedTech will focus on digital technology solutions, delivering transformative offerings that span the entire treatment and care journey, built upon its foundation of industry-leading products.

Orthotaxy, founded by robotics entrepreneur Stéphane Lavallée, is dedicated to the design and development of computer-assisted platforms.