LISLE, Illinois, Nov. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hubly Surgical today announced FDA 510(k) clearance that expands the indications for Hubly Auto-Stop Drill to include spinal decompression procedures. To date, thousands of neurosurgical patient lives have been saved using Hubly Auto-Stop drills; The device’s SMART automatic stop stops rotation and prevents forward fall at the instant of skull penetration, preventing excessive perforation into patients’ brains. The new authorization expands the use to laminectomy and laminotomy for spinal decompression to puncture the vertebral lamina and protect patients from damage to the spinal cord.
The FDA’s decision was supported by laboratory, usability and cadaver testing conducted at UC San Diego Health, where Dr. David Santiago-Dieppa, Chief of Regional Neurosurgery and Hubly Drill user, said:
“The Hubly Drill for Neuro ICU has worked perfectly every time. I love it… Today I use the matchstick drill in my spine practice. In our cadaver lab, the Hubly Drill was safer for the dura mater and faster for the patient. Sign me up.”
The single-use cordless Hubly Auto-Stop drill features a SMART auto-stop that detects penetration and immediately stops rotation upon penetrating bone. This patented mechanism is combined with a mechanical plunge prevention (stainless steel tapered drill bit) to prevent forward movement of the drill after this automatic stop and protect the patient from harm, as well as a real-time visual force indication that aids user control. These design elements are intended to improve safety, speed and efficiency and streamline setup and workflow compared to the current standard of care.
“Today’s authorization marks a critical step for the Hubly platform,” said Casey Qadir, Founder and CEO of Hubly Surgical. “Our goal is to save and improve lives by providing surgeons with intuitive tools that protect critical tissue at all times. With cranial and spinal indications now available, we can support neurospine teams across the board. A consistent and safe device experience across all environments and use cases.”
About Hubly Surgical
Hubly Surgical is a medical device company committed to promoting patient safety and improving outcomes through innovative surgical technologies. Their flagship product, the Hubly Auto-Stop Drill, incorporates safety features that can help reduce complications in cranial access and spinal decompression. For more information, visit hublysurgical.com.
SOURCE Hubly Surgical Inc.
