Viscogliosi Brothers Forge Ahead with Stryker Spine Acquisition, Creating VB Spine
Deal News | Apr 01, 2025 | Globenewswire
Viscogliosi Brothers, LLC, a family-owned investment office specializing in the neuro-musculoskeletal arena, has successfully completed its acquisition of Stryker's U.S. spine business, now operating as VB Spine, LLC. Led by Marc, John, and Anthony Viscogliosi as Co-Chief Executive Officers, VB Spine aims to extend its global reach and enhance outcomes in spine surgery through a patient-first approach. The company is working towards finalizing the acquisition of Stryker's international spine businesses, pending regulatory clearance. VB Spine benefits from a strategic partnership with Stryker, gaining access to advanced technologies such as Mako Spine and Copilot to improve surgical precision and patient care. The newly formed entity stands as one of the largest family-owned medical technology companies globally, with a commitment to innovation and operational excellence. The acquisition reflects the Viscogliosi Brothers’ commitment to driving transformation in the spine industry by providing innovative and enabling technologies. They are supported by Barings, LLC and Texas Capital Bank as financial partners, and have received advisory services from firms including McDermott Will & Emery, Piper Sandler, and FTI Consulting.
Sectors
- Medical Technology
- Private Equity
Geography
- United States – The acquisition involves U.S. operations and the headquarters of VB Spine in New York, as well as financial partners based in the U.S.
- International – Future expansion plans for international spine business acquisitions demonstrate a global geographic interest.
Industry
- Medical Technology – The focus on spine surgery and innovations in neuro-musculoskeletal treatments highlights the medical technology industry.
- Private Equity – Viscogliosi Brothers' acquisition approach and transformation strategies are indicative of private equity activities.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viscogliosi Brothers, LLC | Buyer | Company | A New York-based family-owned investment office specializing in neuro-musculoskeletal innovations. |
| Stryker Corporation | Seller | Company | A major global medical technology firm that sold its U.S. spine businesses to VB Spine. |
| VB Spine, LLC | Target Company | Company | The newly formed entity from Stryker's U.S. spine business acquisition, focusing on innovative spine solutions. |
| Marc, John and Anthony Viscogliosi | Co-Chief Executive Officers | People | Leaders of VB Spine and co-founders of Viscogliosi Brothers. |
| Barings, LLC | Financial Partner | Company | A global asset management firm partnering with Viscogliosi Brothers for financing. |
| Texas Capital Bank | Financial Partner | Company | Provides customized solutions to businesses and is partnering financially with Viscogliosi Brothers. |
| McDermott Will & Emery | Legal Advisor | Company | Provided legal counsel during the transaction. |
| Piper Sandler | Financial Advisor | Company | Served as a financial advisor during the acquisition. |
| FTI Consulting | Carve-out Advisor | Company | Assisted in carve-out advisory services for the transaction. |
| Deloitte IT and Deloitte Tax | Additional Carve-out Advisory | Company | Provided IT and tax-related carve-out advisory for the deal. |