The Racz® Label: Honoring a Legacy of Reliability and Excellence
At Epimed, quality isn’t just a requirement—it’s our foundation. Every device we design and manufacture is built to help physicians treat pain with safety, precision, and reliability. Few names embody this commitment more than Dr. Gabor B. Racz, whose pioneering vision and dedication to advancing interventional pain medicine laid the groundwork for the Epimed of today.
The Racz® designation on our labels is more than a brand. It is a symbol of excellence, honoring a physician, innovator, and educator whose contributions continue to guide our mission:
Minimizing Risk. Every Procedure. Every Time.™
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A Pioneer in Interventional Pain Medicine
Dr. Gabor B. Racz devoted his career to redefining how physicians understand and treat chronic pain. Widely recognized as one of the fathers of interventional pain medicine, he combined deep clinical expertise with a relentless drive to innovate.
His most notable contribution—the Racz Epidural Catheter—emerged from a simple but pressing clinical challenge: physicians needed safer, more effective tools to perform targeted epidural procedures for patients suffering from chronic back and leg pain. Dr. Racz’s solution not only advanced procedural safety but also gave birth to a therapy that has since been recognized worldwide as the Racz Procedure (epidural lysis of adhesions).
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The Birth of the Racz® Catheter
The Racz Epidural Catheter was developed to solve the real-world limitations physicians faced with traditional epidural techniques. Designed by Dr. Gabor Racz specifically for the Racz Procedure, it features a spring-wound, flexible design that enables navigation within scarred epidural spaces while reducing the risk of breakage or complications. Its atraumatic tip provides greater control, while calibrated reference marks enhance precision.
Together with the RX-2 Coudé® Needle, this combo established the gold standard for performing the Racz Procedure.
This catheter did not simply introduce a new device—it defined a new standard of care. In clinical studies, the Racz Procedure demonstrated significant improvements in patient outcomes, proving that carefully designed tools could transform both safety and efficacy in pain management.
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Beyond a Device: Extending the Vision
While the Racz Catheter remains one of Epimed’s flagship devices, Dr. Racz’s influence extended well beyond its creation. His insights guided the development of specialty needles, RF cannula, and procedural solutions that continue to serve physicians worldwide.
Every product carrying the Racz® designation reflects the same values Dr. Racz championed:
• Proven reliability in demanding clinical environments
• Rigorous quality control from design to manufacturing
• Optimized performance that supports physician precision and patient safety
The Racz® name is not limited to a single product—it is a standard that applies across Epimed’s entire range of devices.
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The Racz® Standard of Quality at Epimed
At Epimed, the Racz® designation signifies more than origin—it represents a commitment to excellence. Each product undergoes rigorous design, testing, and manufacturing protocols to ensure it meets the highest standards demanded by interventional pain physicians.
Whether it is a Racz® Catheter, a specialty RF cannula, or another device in our portfolio, physicians can be confident that the name on the label carries the weight of Dr. Racz’s legacy and Epimed’s ongoing dedication.
This standard reflects three essential pillars:
🔹 Proven reliability – Decades of clinical use and published outcomes support the performance of Racz® products.
🔹 Rigorous quality control – Every device undergoes strict validation to ensure consistency and safety.
🔹 Optimized performance – Products are engineered with the physician in mind, combining ease of use with procedural precision.
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Minimizing Risk. Every Procedure. Every Time.™
The guiding principle of Epimed has always been to reduce risks for physicians and patients alike. This philosophy, deeply influenced by Dr. Racz’s vision, continues to shape every decision we make—from product design to clinical education initiatives.
The Racz® designation ensures that physicians are supported by tools designed not only to meet expectations but to exceed them, allowing them to perform with confidence and consistency.
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Continuing the Legacy
Dr. Gabor Racz’s contributions go far beyond devices. He was an educator and mentor to countless physicians worldwide, emphasizing the importance of precision, safety, and patient-centered care. His legacy is carried forward not only in Epimed products but also in the Racz Lab Workshops and global educational programs that train new generations of interventional pain specialists.
At Epimed, we are proud to honor his legacy by embedding his principles of quality and reliability into every Racz® product we create. With each catheter, needle, or device, we extend the vision of a physician who believed that the right tools can transform patient outcomes.
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The Racz® Name, A Mark of Trust
The Racz® name is more than a tribute—it is a promise. A promise that every product bearing this designation has been engineered to uphold the highest standards of safety, reliability, and clinical performance.
Dr. Gabor Racz changed the landscape of interventional pain medicine. Today, his name continues to guide physicians around the world as they rely on Epimed products to perform safely and effectively.
With the Racz® designation, we honor the past, serve the present, and build for the future—ensuring that every procedure is backed by a legacy of excellence.