Business Details
35 Years
experience
Leading Regenerative Medicine Therapies in San Diego
Founded in 1991 by John Johnson and Marcille Pilkington, Tulip Medical has pioneered innovative solutions in regenerative medicine through adipose tissue therapies. Our company was built on a foundation of collaboration between physicians and engineers, driven by a mission to deliver safe, elegant medical devices that improve patient outcomes. Over three decades, we have evolved from aesthetic applications to leading groundbreaking advancements in autologous regenerative therapies, establishing ourselves as the global standard in adipose regenerative therapies (ART).Our team maintains rigorous quality control through partnerships with academic institutions and industry leaders, ensuring our patented technologies meet the highest safety and efficacy standards. With a customer-first culture, we empower healthcare professionals worldwide through comprehensive training programs and cutting-edge tools that enable reproducible, transformative patient care. Our leadership team combines deep industry expertise with a commitment to advancing regenerative medicine through continuous research and development.
Services
Plastic Surgery
Orthopedics
Dermatology
Sports Medicine
Aesthetic Medicine
Gynecology
Urology
Pain Management
Nanofat Therapy
Microfat Injections
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of pioneering experience in adipose regenerative therapies
- Our proprietary nanofat technology enables office-based regenerative treatments
- We maintain rigorous quality control through academic partnerships and continuous testing
- Our team includes industry-recognized thought leaders in regenerative medicine
- We provide comprehensive training and support for medical professionals worldwide
Associations and certifications
- ISO 13485:2016
What people say
Groundbreaking technology
Clinical validation
Physician partnerships
Innovative solutions
Global reach
Services
Nanofat Therapy
Nanofat therapy utilizes processed adipose tissue containing concentrated regenerative cells for intradermal injections. This minimally invasive treatment promotes tissue repair and skin rejuvenation through 27-30 gauge needles. Medical professionals use it for under-eye discoloration, scar revision, and non-surgical facial tightening, leveraging the body's natural healing properties.
Microfat Injections
Microfat injections deliver adipose tissue through 18-25 gauge needles for volumetric enhancement and regenerative effects. This procedure addresses facial aging, soft tissue defects, and orthopedic applications. The minimally processed fat maintains vascular structures for improved integration and long-lasting results in reconstructive and aesthetic treatments.
Plastic Surgery
Our adipose-based solutions support plastic surgery applications including breast reconstruction, burn scar treatment, and facial rejuvenation. The regenerative properties of fat tissue enhance wound healing and tissue integration. Surgeons benefit from standardized protocols and specialized instrumentation for consistent, reproducible outcomes in both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures.
Orthopedic Treatments
Adipose regenerative therapies address orthopedic conditions like osteoarthritis and tendon injuries through minimally invasive techniques. The concentrated regenerative cells promote cartilage repair and reduce inflammation in joints. Our systems enable point-of-care processing for immediate application in sports medicine and musculoskeletal treatments.
Aesthetic Medicine
Our regenerative solutions enhance aesthetic outcomes through nanofat and microfat applications. Treatments address facial aging, hand rejuvenation, and body contouring with natural, long-lasting results. The minimally invasive approach offers reduced downtime compared to traditional surgical methods while maintaining tissue integrity and regenerative potential.
People
Marcille Pilkington
President, CEO
Co-founder and CEO with 30+ years leading medical device innovation in regenerative medicine. Driven by a vision to transform healthcare through adipose therapies, she oversees strategic direction and global expansion while maintaining the company's founding principles of innovation and patient care.
Marc Pilkington
VP Regulatory Affairs & Product Development
Vice President with extensive experience in medical device regulation and product development. Responsible for ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards while advancing Tulip's innovative pipeline of regenerative medicine technologies through rigorous testing and validation processes.
Tom Mitchell
Executive VP, Operations & Sales
Executive Vice President managing global operations and sales strategy. With deep industry expertise, he leads the expansion of Tulip's international distribution network while maintaining operational excellence in manufacturing and customer service for medical professionals worldwide.
Questions
What is Tulip Medical's specialty in regenerative medicine?
We specialize in adipose-derived regenerative therapies using patented nanofat and microfat technology for applications across plastic surgery, orthopedics, and aesthetic medicine.
How does Tulip's nanofat system work?
Our system processes adipose tissue into nanofat that can be injected through 27-30 gauge needles while maintaining regenerative properties through mechanical disaggregation without enzymatic digestion.
What medical specialties use Tulip's products?
Our solutions serve plastic surgeons, orthopedic specialists, dermatologists, urologists, gynecologists, pain management physicians, and sports medicine practitioners with regenerative tissue applications.
Are Tulip's products FDA compliant?
Our devices follow FDA 361 guidance for minimal manipulation of adipose tissue, with rigorous quality control and documentation supporting regulatory compliance for medical professionals.
How can medical professionals get trained on Tulip systems?
We offer virtual training, hands-on cadaver workshops, and product demonstrations through our team of experts to ensure proper use of our regenerative medicine technologies.
What sets Tulip apart in regenerative medicine?
We combine 30+ years of innovation with clinically validated protocols, patented technology, and collaborations with leading physicians to deliver reproducible adipose regenerative therapies globally.
