Syntec Optics (NASDAQ:OPTX), Inc. is a medical device company that specializes in the design, development, and commercialization of fiberoptic airway management products. The company’s core offerings include reusable and single-use fiberoptic laryngoscope blades and endoscopes that provide clinicians with enhanced visualization during intubation procedures. These products address the growing need for reliable, flexible airway devices in both routine and difficult airway scenarios, supporting anesthesiologists, emergency physicians, and critical care teams in hospitals and surgical centers worldwide.
Founded in the early 2000s and headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Syntec Optics has built its reputation on rigorous engineering and strict regulatory compliance. The company’s portfolio features the Aurora™ family of fiberoptic blades and endoscope systems, which are cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and carry CE marking for distribution in European markets. Syntec Optics combines precision optics, advanced materials, and ergonomic design to meet the demanding requirements of airway management in a range of patient populations, from pediatrics to bariatric care.
Syntec Optics serves a global customer base through direct sales teams in North America and distribution partnerships across Europe, Asia, and Latin America. The company’s manufacturing operations adhere to ISO 13485 quality standards, with strategic production facilities in the United States and Asia. By maintaining close collaboration with hospital networks and clinician advisory boards, Syntec Optics continually refines its product features and usability, emphasizing single-use blade options to reduce cross-contamination risks and streamline procedural workflows.
Led by a management team with deep expertise in medical device commercialization and regulatory affairs, Syntec Optics focuses on innovation, quality assurance, and customer support. The company’s leadership emphasizes strategic investments in product development and global market expansion, positioning Syntec Optics as a trusted partner for healthcare providers seeking cutting-edge solutions in airway visualization and patient safety.