Linnea Burman, vice president and general manager of Medtronic's enabling technology business, was recognized as Innovator of the Year by the National Spine Health Foundation.
The award recognizes excellence in advancing spinal healthcare and improving lives, according to a Nov. 11 news release.
Ms. Burman has worked at Medtronic since 2000, according to her LinkedIn profile. She's held her position in the enabling technologies department since May 2020.
"Under Linnea's leadership, Medtronic's enabling technologies [business] is pioneering remarkable advancements in robotic assisted surgery — technology that makes spinal surgery more planned, precise and predictable to ensure improved patient outcomes," Rita Roy, MD, CEO of the National Spine Health Foundation said in the news release.