ReShape Medical
ReShape Medical Inc. is a medical device company headquartered in San Clemente, California, specializing in non-surgical weight loss solutions. The company offers the ReShape Integrated Dual Balloon System, which employs dual balloon technology to aid weight loss in adults with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30-40 who have not achieved success with diet and exercise alone. This procedure is complemented by a personalized weight loss program that lasts one year. The company's product line includes the FDA-approved Lap-Band System, a minimally invasive treatment for obesity, and the investigational ReShape Vest System, designed to wrap around the stomach and induce weight loss without permanently altering patient anatomy. ReShape Medical's portfolio aims to provide effective alternatives to invasive surgical procedures for managing obesity and related metabolic diseases. The company operates as a subsidiary of EnteroMedics Inc., having undergone a name change in 2017.
Obalon Therapeutics
Acquisition in 2021
Obalon Therapeutics, Inc. is a medical device company based in Carlsbad, California, that specializes in developing and commercializing innovative solutions for obesity treatment. The company is known for its Obalon Balloon System, which includes a swallowable capsule containing an inflatable balloon, a navigation console for tracking balloon placement, a semi-automated inflation device, and a disposable gas canister. This system aims to assist patients in achieving weight loss through a non-surgical approach. Founded in 2008, Obalon emphasizes collaboration with clinicians and a commitment to rigorous testing to ensure safety and performance in its products. As of early 2020, the company operated three retail treatment centers in California, reflecting its focus on providing accessible solutions for individuals struggling with obesity.
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