Acclarent, a Johnson & Johnson Company
Medical Equipment ManufacturingCalifornia, United States201-500 Employees
Acclarent, Inc. is a mid-sized medical device company based in Irvine, California, focused on minimally invasive solutions for ear, nose, and throat conditions. Established in 2004 and now operating as part of Integra LifeSciences, the company develops technologies designed to preserve nasal anatomy while addressing rhinosinusitis and persistent Eustachian Tube Dysfunction. Its Balloon Sinuplasty system has been used in more than 535,000 procedures, reflecting a significant role in expanding access to less invasive ENT care. Beyond devices, Acclarent has advanced AI-enabled ENT technologies in the United States, with early AI-powered navigation tools introduced in 2021 and reports of AI-driven ENT systems expanding to broader use in 2023. The company’s activity in this space highlights a focus on enhancing surgical planning and real-time guidance for ENT procedures. These developments illustrate an ongoing emphasis on leveraging artificial intelligence to support ENT surgeons alongside its established minimally invasive solutions.