Pulmonx

Pulmonx Corporation is a medical technology company specializing in minimally invasive solutions for the diagnosis and treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), particularly severe emphysema. Its primary offerings include the Zephyr Endobronchial Valve, designed for patients with hyperinflation due to emphysema, as well as the Chartis Pulmonary Assessment System, which assesses collateral ventilation, and the StratX Lung Analysis Platform, a cloud-based service that analyzes computed tomography data to identify suitable treatment areas. Pulmonx aims to improve the quality of life for patients who remain symptomatic despite medical management and may not be candidates for surgical interventions. The company has received FDA pre-market approval for the Zephyr Valve and has established a global presence, serving markets in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Pulmonx has become a leader in interventional procedures for COPD, supported by extensive clinical evidence demonstrating the effectiveness of its technologies.

John McKune

Controller, Finance and Vice President

Steven Williamson

CEO and Board Member

2 past transactions

Aeris Therapeutics

Acquisition in 2015
Aeris Therapeutics, Inc. is a medical therapeutics company focused on developing and commercializing therapies for patients suffering from emphysema and other advanced lung diseases. The company provides the AeriSeal System, designed to reduce lung volume and enhance lung function in individuals with severe emphysema. This system enables physicians to utilize a bronchoscope to directly target and treat damaged areas within the lungs. Aeris Therapeutics serves both patients and healthcare professionals primarily in the United States and Europe. Founded in 2000 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company underwent a name change from Bistech, Inc. to Aeris Therapeutics in 2004. It has a strong foundation in pulmonary medicine, complemented by significant expertise in preclinical and clinical research as well as product development.

Emphasys Medical

Acquisition in 2009
Emphasys Medical is a company that develops therapeutic devices aimed at treating patients with emphysema and other chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). Founded in 2000 and based in Redwood City, California, the company specializes in minimally invasive therapies. Its primary product, the Zephyr Endobronchial Valve system, is designed to block airflow through openings in the lung, facilitating the healing of damaged tissue. By addressing the gradual breakdown of lung tissue and loss of elasticity associated with emphysema, Emphasys Medical's solutions enable healthcare providers to manage COPD more effectively.
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