In an era where medical advancements continually push the boundaries of what is possible, PathKeeper Surgical stands as a beacon of progress, advancing spinal procedures that will redefine the industry. With a focus on enhancing patient outcomes and revolutionizing surgical navigation, PathKeeper Surgical is at the forefront of ushering in a new era of precision and innovation in spine surgery. Founded in 2018 by Erez Lampert, the company has emerged as an icon of innovation, delivering cutting-edge solutions that address critical challenges in the field of spinal surgery.

INCEPTION AND VISION:

PathKeeper Surgical’s journey began with a remarkable vision to transform the landscape of spine and orthopedic surgery. Erez Lampert, a seasoned engineer and former head of Israeli R&D at Align Technology, embarked on a mission to create solutions that would enhance the precision, safety, and efficiency of surgical procedures. The inspiration for this venture came after extensive consultation with leading surgeons and physicians. Erez’s encounter with Dr. Josh Schroeder from Hadassah Hospital marked a pivotal moment. Dr. Schroeder, a distinguished surgeon specializing in complex and pediatric deformity cases, expressed a need for a more advanced system that reduces radiation exposure, improves usability, and increases accuracy in spine surgeries. Thus, the concept of PathKeeper Surgical was born—a fusion of Erez’s expertise in 3D imaging technology with innovative ideas from their discussions.

REVOLUTIONIZING SPINE SURGERY:

PathKeeper Surgical’s core focus revolves around addressing the critical challenges faced by surgeons utilizing navigation in spine surgery. It brings forth a significant advancement by addressing critical aspects of the procedure. It tackles the issue of radiation exposure, a concern inherent in traditional navigation methods that rely on intraoperative imaging. With a commitment to patient safety and simplicity, PathKeeper Surgical offers its proprietary high resolution 3D optical camera, effectively eliminating intraoperative radiation exposure while achieving tracking and registration accuracy to less than 1mm. In the realm of spine surgery, accurate screw placement is of utmost importance. PathKeeper Surgical’s innovative approach includes real-time, on-demand mapping, ensuring that the anatomical map remains consistently upto-date throughout the procedure.

This dynamic mapping is designed to minimize the risk of inaccuracies and enhance the overall precision of screw placement. Moreover, PathKeeper Surgical leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize the surgical navigation process. Through the utilization of advanced AI models, the system tracks vertebrae and measures various parameters in real time. This invaluable assistance equips surgeons with the tools needed to achieve superior alignment and correction during procedures, ultimately leading to faster and more efficient clinical workflow. “The PathKeeper system is designed to enable surgeons to update the anatomical map on demand in a matter of seconds with a single click, adjusting for intraoperative movement of the vertebrae” explains Erez Lampert, Founder and CEO.

IMPLEMENTATION:

PathKeeper Surgical received its first 510k clearance in March, 2023. The company has already initiated system placements at select medical centers in the USA, is receiving positive feedback from the surgeons involved and is currently expanding to additional locations. “PathKeeper Surgical has developed and introduced their own novel, high-resolution3D camera, unlike many of their peers. The camera is equipped with high-level precision and accuracy. Also, the PathKeeper team understands how enabling technologies for surgical applications are developing and is focused on continually improving their systems. The last few years have seen PathKeeper working toward realizing the dream of a separate AI-powered, radiation-free optical navigation surgery unit,” adds Ryan Leblanc, Chief Commercial Officer.

FUTURE-FORWARD IMPACT:

PathKeeper Surgical has garnered recognition for its transformative impact on spine and orthopedic surgery. The company’s solutions have been successfully implemented at medical centers in Israel and now in the USA, having received a 510k clearance from FDA in March, 2023. There is also significant interest in the application of the Pathkeeper system in Ambulatory Surgical Centers because of its small footprint, efficient clinical workflow and radiationfree benefits.

Additionally, spine surgeons have shown a strong desire to utilize Pathkeeper for complex deformity correction cases because of the intraoperative radiation-free and real time, on demand anatomical mapping features of this system. Future real-world case studies will highlight the practical benefits of PathKeeper Surgical’s technology and its ability to improve patient care and surgical outcomes. PathKeeper Surgical is leading the charge in redefining the future of spine and orthopedic surgery. With its innovative solutions, dedication to precision, and commitment to advancing healthcare, the company continues to make significant strides in shaping the field, ultimately benefiting patients, surgeons, and the healthcare system in general.