VB Spine Acquires Augmented Reality Spine Platform from Augmedics

The transaction will allow VB Spine to immediately begin transitioning the xvision Spine System platform.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 6:07pm

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VB Spine LLC has completed the acquisition of exclusive rights to the xvision Spine System® from Augmedics. The xvision Spine System is an FDA-cleared augmented reality platform intended to aid surgeons in precisely locating anatomical structures during spine procedures. VB Spine and Augmedics are working together to ensure a seamless and quick transition of the business.

Why it matters

The acquisition of the xvision Spine System platform strengthens VB Spine's position as a leading provider of specialized solutions for spine surgery. Augmented reality technology has the potential to enhance surgical precision and improve patient outcomes, making this a strategically important transaction for VB Spine.

The details

VB Spine, the largest privately held spine company and one of the largest family-owned medical technology firms, has completed the acquisition of exclusive rights to the xvision Spine System from Augmedics. The xvision Spine System is an FDA-cleared augmented reality platform designed to aid surgeons in precisely locating anatomical structures during open, minimally invasive, or percutaneous spine procedures.

  • The transaction was completed on April 13, 2026.

The players

VB Spine LLC

The largest privately held spine company and among the largest family-owned medical technology companies in the world, with a comprehensive portfolio and a large global distribution network.

Augmedics

A company that pioneers cutting-edge augmented reality technologies to improve surgical outcomes, including the development of the xvision Spine System.

Marc Viscogliosi

The co-CEO of VB Spine, speaking on behalf of his brothers, Anthony and John Viscogliosi.

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What they’re saying

“We are thrilled at how quickly this transaction completed. It is a testament to how critical the xvision Spine System platform is to the future of spine care and demonstrates our desire to realize the potential of augmented reality. We are moving to operationalize the business and are grateful for this opportunity.”

— Marc Viscogliosi, Co-CEO of VB Spine

What’s next

VB Spine and Augmedics are working together for a seamless and quick transition of the business, with VB Spine immediately beginning the process of transitioning the xvision Spine System platform.

The takeaway

This acquisition strengthens VB Spine's position as a leading provider of specialized solutions for spine surgery, as the company looks to leverage the potential of augmented reality technology to enhance surgical precision and improve patient outcomes.