Explore Our Commitment to Innovation and Patient Care
IMS is a specialized orthopedic medical device company developing breakthrough platform solutions for midfoot osteoarthritis and progressive collapsing foot deformity (PCFD / flatfoot)—two high‑burden conditions underserved by today’s technologies.
Founded in 2023 by industry key opinion leaders and executives.
Experienced Orthopedic Leadership Team
Drives Innovation and Growth
Proven track record with multiple start-ups and exits, over 200+ devices developed
Murray J. Penner, MD, FRCSC
Founder | Chairman of the Board
Christopher E. Banas
Founder | Director President & CEO
Gregory C. Berlet, MD, FRCS(C), FAOA
Founder | Director | Chief Medical Officer
Stephen A. Brigido, DPM, FACFAS
Founder | Director | Chief Innovation Officer
Innovative Insights
Explore vital statistics that demonstrate our progress, effectiveness, and milestones achieved.
Class II – 510(k)
Clear Regulatory Pathway
Class II 510(k) pathway
$1B+
Global Opportunity
Right Focus on Large, Underserved Market
$1B+ global opportunity with limited direct competition.
Innovative Procedures • Innovative Instruments • Innovative Implants
Faster, more efficient surgeon workflow with complete, kitted instruments and implants.
Capital savings and lower inventory carrying costs via comprehensive, innovative instrument kits.
Broader patient reach through wider midfoot coverage, driving substantial unit volume
Less invasive, faster, more complete midfoot surgical solutions for patients
IMS founders are world-renowned Foot-and-Ankle KOLs, creating opportunities for future product enhancements
University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus Fitzsimons Bioscience Center, Bioscience 1
Colorado Science and Technology Park
12635 E. Montview Blvd., Suite 175
Aurora, CO 80045
All communications or inquiries relating to these materials should be directed to:
Christopher E. Banas
President & CEO
970.333.9758
cbanas@IMSortho.net
Nicole Bongers
VP of Business Development
415.940.9052
nbongers@IMSortho.net
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