Endologix Looks To COO For New Leadership And Business Turnaround
Executive Summary
Endovascular aortic repair specialist Endologix has promoted its COO John Onopchenko to the role of chief executive. He succeeds John McDermott, who stepped down as CEO in February following a couple of challenging years for the company.
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