William Blair Starts MAKO Surgical (MAKO) at Outperform; Aggressive Growth Cmpany Pofile

William Blair initiates coverage on MAKO Surgical (NASDAQ: MAKO) with a Outperform.

William analyst says, " MAKO has developed what is in our view an innovative and unique robotic surgery system (known as the RIO) that is designed to facilitate orthopedic procedures. Benefits of the RIO system, in our view, include improved implant positioning and perioperative visualization for the surgeon. From the hospital’s perspective, RIO represents an excellent marketing tool to differentiate from competitors, while patients see benefits from less bone resection, lower complication rates, and shorter hospital stays compared with traditional, manual surgery. MAKO’s business model includes an attractive razor/razorblade aspect, with sales of the company’s RIO robot representing the razor, and sales of the disposable cutting instruments, implant components, and service contracts providing a recurring stream of revenue for the company."

Analyst Matthew O’Brien estimated the company would generate revenue of $74.3 million in 2011 and $115.6 million in 2012."




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Shares of MAKO Surgical closed at $30.10 yesterday.

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