A long-time orthopedic industry veteran, Pat Miles joined ATEC in 2017 to lead a radical transformation of the company from a struggling manufacturer into a high-growth, innovation-driven spine surgery player.
Early Life: Formative experiences in the orthopaedic industry, most notably an extensive career at NuVasive.
First Break: His tenure and leadership role at NuVasive, where he gained deep experience in the spine market before taking the helm at ATEC.
Path to CEO: After serving as Vice Chairman at NuVasive, Miles resigned in October 2017 to lead Alphatec Spine. His move triggered litigation from his former employer but ultimately enabled him to initiate a massive corporate overhaul, replacing nearly the entire executive team and board to reset the company's trajectory.
Original Vision: To create clinical distinction in spine surgery through rapid organic innovation and strategic acquisitions.
Pat Miles spent nearly two decades at NuVasive before abruptly joining Alphatec in October 2017. He was brought in to save the struggling company, executing a total strategic pivot. He is widely credited with rebuilding the firm's leadership team, board, and product roadmap, focusing relentlessly on surgical innovation to disrupt the established orthopedic market.
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