TELA Bio

TELA Bio is a medical technology company specializing in soft-tissue reconstruction solutions, focusing on hernia repair and abdominal wall reconstruction, as well as plastic and reconstructive surgery applications. The company's flagship product is OviTex Reinforced Tissue Matrix, a biologic scaffold composed of ovine forestomach (OFM) combined with proprietary polymer embroidery reinforcement. OviTex provides an alternative to permanent and resorbable synthetic mesh, emphasizing preservation of patient anatomy while reducing long-term exposure to permanent synthetic materials. The company offers multiple product lines within the OviTex portfolio, including variants designed specifically for hernia repair and abdominal wall reconstruction, and OviTex PRS (Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery), engineered for consistency in stretch, permeability, and handling characteristics. TELA Bio's product design emphasizes support for natural healing and tissue remodeling. The company is led by co-founders Antony Koblish (Chief Executive Officer) and Dr. Maarten Persenaire, with a management team comprised of experienced MedTech professionals. Products are designed to offer surgeons and healthcare institutions advanced soft-tissue repair solutions with a stated economic value proposition for broader patient access.