Billerica knee implant maker Conformis announces layoffs

Conformis Inc., a Billerica-based company that makes knee replacement implants, announced Thursday it will lay off 10 percent of its workforce — likely around 35 employees — as it attempts to cut its outstanding debt in half. Conformis (Nasdaq: CFMS) produces an array of custom-made knee replacement products and is in the process of launching a hip replacement system. On Thursday, Conformis said the cuts are expected to help the compa ny pay off some of its $30 million in debt over the next three…
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