Suturing Instruments in Rhode Island

Native Orthopaedics is a medical device startup specializing in innovative knee preservation solutions for sports medicine orthopedics. The company develops advanced surgical tools powered by proprietary Dragonfly™ knotless suture technology, designed to simplify arthroscopic procedures while respecting native anatomy. Founded by Dr. Christian Anderson and CEO Tom Gamache, Native Orthopaedics combines surgeon expertise with engineering innovation. The flagship Native Root System is a sterile, single-use kit for meniscal root tear repair featuring Dragonfly devices and RootFinder™ drill guide for precise tissue reapproximation. The Dragonfly technology employs miniature finger-trap mechanics enabling retensionable anatomic fixation without knot-tying, reducing operative time and improving reliability. The company is expanding its portfolio to include ACL repairs and future applications in knee, shoulder, and ankle procedures, targeting orthopedic surgeons seeking intuitive, efficient solutions for soft tissue repair.