News Release

WARSAW — PeekMed, a provider of orthopedic technology solutions based in Portugal, announced in an Oct. 19 news release the establishment of PeekMed LLC, its formal subsidiary in Warsaw. The expansion aligns with the upcoming launch of PeekMed Web, currently undergoing beta testing and set soon to hit the market in the U.S.

The decision to form PeekMed LLC was driven by a desire to strengthen presence in the world’s largest and most influential health care market. The expansion will enable PeekMed to offer versatile solutions and provide timely support to its growing customer base in the U.S. It also allows for forging strategic partnerships and collaborations with other orthopedic industry players, leading health care institutions, researchers and orthopedic professionals in the region.

João Pedro Ribeiro, co-founder and chief executive officer of PeekMed, expressed his enthusiasm.

“The establishment of PeekMed LLC in the U.S. signifies a pivotal moment in our journey,” Ribeiro said. “It’s been in our plans for a while, and this move represents a new era of growth, collaboration and opportunities.

“Opening in Warsaw, Indiana, has a special feeling since it is ground zero for orthopedics. Most of the largest players in the world of orthopedics, either started here or have a major presence here. We are committed to leveraging our presence in the United States to foster innovation, drive research, and contribute to the advancement of orthopedics. All of this, together with this great community here in Warsaw.”

Todd Davis, independent board member of PeekMed, said “opening the U.S. office for PeekMed is a significant step for our company.”

“Choosing Warsaw, Indiana,” Davis said, “seemed fitting given its status as the ‘Orthopedic Capital of the World.’ I am excited with the opportunities this will present for PeekMed in terms of the talent available in Warsaw, the collaboration potential with the OEMs in the area, and being able to bring the best in class planning software to U.S. surgeons.”

PeekMed LLC is accompanied by news regarding PeekMed Web. Currently undergoing beta testing, the new solution is powered by artificial intelligence and deep learning technologies, and it can automatically segment CT scans and X-rays, detect landmarks and create a surgical plan in under a minute. PeekMed Web is gearing up for its  launch in the U.S. after getting the 510(k) clearance from Food and Drug Administration.

Surgeons across the globe rely on PeekMed to enhance surgical accuracy, reduce complications and improve patient satisfaction.