Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania is a non-profit organization established in 1982 that serves as a vital capital provider and supporter of technology development in the region. Based in Philadelphia, it has invested over $170 million in more than 2,000 early-stage and established technology companies, fostering innovation primarily in information technology, health, and physical sciences. The organization not only provides financial support but also develops partnerships between universities and industries to accelerate the commercialization of scientific discoveries. By strengthening the local entrepreneurial ecosystem, Ben Franklin Technology Partners plays a crucial role in job creation and economic transformation in Southeastern Pennsylvania.

Jonathan Beschen

Investment Director, Information Technology Investment Group

Anthony George

Analyst

Mark de Grandpre

Investor

Kevon Gray

Analyst

Roze McDevitt

Analyst

Adare McMillan

CFO

Omar Mencin

Managing Director, Information Technology Investment Group

Kathie Jordan Ph.D

Managing Director, Healthcare Investment Group

Past deals in Medical

AmorSui

Seed Round in 2022
AmorSui specializes in the production of durable surgical gowns crafted entirely from eco-friendly fabrics. The company has developed an innovative mobile application for tracking and managing the washing of its products, which are designed to provide essential personal protective equipment (PPE) to hospitals and businesses, particularly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. By offering sustainable alternatives to traditional PPE, AmorSui enables healthcare facilities to implement reusable solutions that can reduce average costs by 50% and decrease regulated medical waste by approximately 65%. The company's platform also incorporates data analytics to facilitate effective monitoring of the product life cycle, thereby supporting organizations in their efforts to protect employees while promoting sustainability.

Astarte Medical

Series A in 2021
Astarte Medical Partners, Inc. develops a software that provides a universal view of clinical data in real time to assess the state of the preterm infant’s gut health to make more informed decisions. The product enables NICU clinical care teams to standardize and streamline the practice of feeding. Astarte Medical Partners, Inc. was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Yardley, Pennsylvania.

Pression

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Pression is focused on developing innovative wearable compression technology designed to enhance recovery and performance for both high-risk patients and athletes. The company offers a patented, non-invasive compression system aimed at improving the independence and quality of life for individuals with circulatory conditions. This technology not only supports patients, including those affected by COVID-19, but also aids athletes in their training regimens. By leveraging sound physiological principles and real-world testing, Pression's products provide tangible benefits that enhance exercise tolerance and facilitate faster recovery, ultimately helping users achieve their health and performance goals.

iOrtho+

Debt Financing in 2020
iOrtho+ is a company focused on enhancing orthopedic care through innovative tools and technologies. It has developed the Mobil-Aider, a portable and affordable orthopedic device that allows clinicians to assess joint mobility by quantifying at least 14 motions across five different joints. In addition to this device, iOrtho+ offers a web-based mobile application that serves as a comprehensive reference tool for orthopedic practitioners. This application includes hundreds of manual techniques and clinical tests, complete with concise descriptions, images, videos, and statistical data, along with direct links to relevant literature. By providing these resources, iOrtho+ aims to improve the quality of treatments, techniques, and outcomes in orthopedic care.

OsciFlex

Debt Financing in 2020
OsciFlex LLC, founded in 2017 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, specializes in developing medical devices aimed at preventing blood clots, particularly at the valves. The Osciflex system mimics natural processes to reduce the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in patients, providing an innovative alternative to traditional compression therapy. By enhancing the effectiveness of compression therapy, OsciFlex seeks to minimize the reliance on costly and potentially hazardous anticoagulant medications.

Repisodic

Debt Financing in 2020
Repisodic, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, focused on improving the transition of patients from hospitals to post-acute care settings, such as nursing homes and rehabilitation centers. Founded in 2017, Repisodic offers solutions that enhance care decision-making for patients, families, and caregivers. Its flagship products include Repisodic Choice, which helps hospitals and health systems create dynamic preferred provider networks tailored to individual patient needs, and Repisodic Link, designed for post-acute care providers to facilitate referrals and connect with patients. The platform utilizes proprietary data and automation to streamline the discharge process, allowing discharge planners to match patients with suitable post-discharge options based on factors like insurance networks and clinical capabilities. Overall, Repisodic aims to revolutionize how care decisions are made, ensuring that patients receive optimal post-hospital care.

MediScore

Debt Financing in 2020
MediScore Health is a healthcare technology company that specializes in providing data insights and solutions for chronic care management and risk adjustment, specifically targeting Medicare Advantage payers and Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs). Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with an additional office in Santa Monica, California, the company offers a comprehensive online platform. This platform includes physician-driven chart review and analytics, predictive diagnostics, and point-of-care disease management services. By equipping healthcare providers with tools to efficiently diagnose, document, and manage chronically ill patients, MediScore Health aims to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care delivery at the primary care level.

Bainbridge Health

Debt Financing in 2020
Bainbridge Health, Inc. is a Philadelphia-based company that develops a clinical intelligence and data analytics platform focused on improving medication safety in hospital systems. Founded in 2016, the company provides solutions specifically for medication safety leaders, including an infusion pump management software known as InfusionWare. This platform allows clinicians to manage infusion data centrally, enhancing patient safety by streamlining data handling and reducing the likelihood of medication errors. Bainbridge Health’s vendor-agnostic approach eliminates the need for cumbersome data management practices, enabling hospitals to mitigate risks associated with medication errors while also lowering avoidable costs.

Cassian Solutions

Seed Round in 2020
Cassian Solutions, Inc. is a company that develops and manufactures an innovative phone case medication dispenser, along with a comprehensive application designed to enhance patient compliance with medication regimens. Founded in 2018 and based in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, the company focuses on improving patient monitoring and data reporting within the pharmaceutical value chain. Its offerings include features such as biometric verification, medication reminders, adherence verification, and real-time communication. Cassian Solutions serves a range of clients, including pharmacies, clinical trial companies, drug manufacturers, and insurers, addressing critical gaps in patient care that can lead to poor health outcomes and increased healthcare costs. By integrating medication delivery with smartphone technology, Cassian Solutions aims to transform the medication-taking experience and facilitate better treatment adherence.

Strados Labs

Debt Financing in 2020
Strados Labs, LLC is a medical technology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, that focuses on innovating respiratory health management through advanced biosensors and artificial intelligence. Founded in 2016, Strados Labs develops a wearable device that provides real-time insights into respiratory metrics such as breathing speed, sounds, and patterns. This device is equipped with a continuous breathing sensor that enables remote monitoring of patients with respiratory conditions like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. By connecting the device to a mobile application, patients and healthcare providers can access critical respiratory data, facilitating informed decision-making and improved management of respiratory health.

RightAir

Grant in 2020
RightAir is developing noninvasive ventilators for COPD patients. They have developed AIR-AD (based on a proven respiratory assist technology called cuirass ventilators), which is a fully-mobile, non-invasive ventilator, integrated into a piece of clothing. It reduces dynamic hyperinflation. It adjusts the natural breathing pattern of the patient, during rest and exercise.

Pression

Grant in 2020
Pression is focused on developing innovative wearable compression technology designed to enhance recovery and performance for both high-risk patients and athletes. The company offers a patented, non-invasive compression system aimed at improving the independence and quality of life for individuals with circulatory conditions. This technology not only supports patients, including those affected by COVID-19, but also aids athletes in their training regimens. By leveraging sound physiological principles and real-world testing, Pression's products provide tangible benefits that enhance exercise tolerance and facilitate faster recovery, ultimately helping users achieve their health and performance goals.

DRSLINQ

Grant in 2020
DRSLINQ is developing a mobile EKG device that is coupled to an interactive application powered by a natural language processing integrated with a machine learning platform to appropriately triage chest pain patients to the ER.
Open Medical Innovation is an organization founded by leaders from Archimedic, NextFab, and the University of Pennsylvania. We launched this organization with a focus on addressing the shortage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 outbreak. We intend to use this website to share information, collect feedback, and fulfill the unmet needs of patients and providers.

Hava Health

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Hava Health, Inc. is a health company based in the United States that focuses on developing solutions for smoking cessation. The company manufactures a connected vape pen designed for individuals struggling with nicotine addiction. This device pairs with a smartphone application called Hale, which supports users in their efforts to quit smoking. Hava Health aims to address the health challenges associated with smoking by offering innovative products that facilitate the cessation process and ultimately reduce smoking-related illnesses and deaths. Currently, the company is in the pre-clinical stage of its development.

Tridiuum

Series B in 2018
Tridiuum, Inc. develops and operates software-as-a-service platform to support behavioral health providers, patients, and health systems across the continuum of care. It offers Tridiuum1, a cloud-based behavioral health outcomes management platform that provides results for monitoring a patient’s symptoms and progress during treatment; and helps health systems and primary care medical groups improve patient experience and outcomes. The company was founded in 1997 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Strados Labs

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Strados Labs, LLC is a medical technology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, that focuses on innovating respiratory health management through advanced biosensors and artificial intelligence. Founded in 2016, Strados Labs develops a wearable device that provides real-time insights into respiratory metrics such as breathing speed, sounds, and patterns. This device is equipped with a continuous breathing sensor that enables remote monitoring of patients with respiratory conditions like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. By connecting the device to a mobile application, patients and healthcare providers can access critical respiratory data, facilitating informed decision-making and improved management of respiratory health.

Astarte Medical

Seed Round in 2018
Astarte Medical Partners, Inc. develops a software that provides a universal view of clinical data in real time to assess the state of the preterm infant’s gut health to make more informed decisions. The product enables NICU clinical care teams to standardize and streamline the practice of feeding. Astarte Medical Partners, Inc. was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Yardley, Pennsylvania.

MBF Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2018
MBF Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage veterinary oncology company dedicated to developing innovative therapies for dogs and cats with cancer. The company's portfolio includes targeted immunotherapies and small molecule drugs designed to disrupt tumor cell metabolism while sparing normal healthy cells. Notable products in development include MBFT-101, a combination therapy for sarcomas and lymphoma that merges a polyamine transport inhibitor with a potent enzyme inhibitor, and MBFT-102, an immunotherapy based on the tumor suppressor mda-7/IL24, which has shown promise in human cancers. Additionally, MBF Therapeutics is exploring gene-based immunotherapeutic vaccines, aiming to revolutionize cancer treatment and infectious disease prevention in companion animals and livestock. The company collaborates with the Lankenau Institute for Medical Research and is headquartered in Ambler, Pennsylvania.

Strados Labs

Grant in 2017
Strados Labs, LLC is a medical technology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, that focuses on innovating respiratory health management through advanced biosensors and artificial intelligence. Founded in 2016, Strados Labs develops a wearable device that provides real-time insights into respiratory metrics such as breathing speed, sounds, and patterns. This device is equipped with a continuous breathing sensor that enables remote monitoring of patients with respiratory conditions like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. By connecting the device to a mobile application, patients and healthcare providers can access critical respiratory data, facilitating informed decision-making and improved management of respiratory health.

Keriton

Seed Round in 2017
Keriton LLC specializes in a pumped breast milk management system tailored for neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). Founded in 2016 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the company addresses the challenges of breast milk management, which is often manual and error-prone. Its platform allows for real-time tracking of milk inventory, feeding orders, and provides notifications for expiry dates and misfeeds. Additionally, it enables nurses to share media with mothers and offers insights into lactating mothers' milk production patterns. By automating and validating the breast milk management process, Keriton significantly reduces the time nurses spend on these tasks, lowers the risk of errors, and creates an audit trail for compliance. The system aims to enhance the pumping experience for mothers, which is linked to better clinical outcomes for infants. Keriton's approach aligns with the goals of improving patient outcomes, reducing costs, and fostering better family engagement, presenting a potential return on investment for hospitals.

Shock Analytics

Seed Round in 2016
Shock Analytics LLC is an early-stage biomedical device company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, founded in 2016. The firm specializes in designing and manufacturing noninvasive devices that estimate Systemic Vascular Resistance (SVR), a critical indicator for conditions such as congestive heart failure and sepsis. By utilizing hemodynamic information, Shock Analytics aims to provide medical professionals with innovative tools to improve the treatment and management of critically and chronically ill patients. Through its focus on smarter technologies, the company seeks to transform the landscape of biomedical diagnostics and enhance patient care.

Instadiagnostics

Seed Round in 2016
Instadiagnostics Inc. develops a point-of-care (POC) diagnostic platform with the aim of bringing centralized laboratory testing to the patient’s bedside. The platform allows early diagnosis, and/or treatment monitoring of patients at the POC (primary care centers, community clinics, emergency departments etc.) without requiring additional trips to have blood drawn, lengthy wait times for results or having to wait for diagnosis/follow up testing. Instadiagnostics Inc. was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Polaris Health Directions

Seed Round in 2016
POLARIS HEALTH DIRECTIONS develops and markets behavioral health outcomes assessment and management systems to help deliver better health outcomes at a reduced cost. Polaris systems are designed for use by health care providers, managed care organizations, government agencies and pharmaceutical companies, and focus on addressing the impact mental health conditions have on physical health and an individual’s welfare. These solutions help Polaris's clients identify, monitor and address psychosocial and behavioral health conditions to curb long-term health effects and costs.

GSI Health

Seed Round in 2016
GSI Health, LLC is a health information technology company that specializes in population health management through its cloud-based software solutions. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with an additional office in New York, the company provides tools for care coordination, care management, and health insights. GSI Health's platform is designed to enhance communication and information sharing among healthcare providers, including hospitals, health systems, managed care organizations, Medicaid programs, and community-based organizations. The solutions aim to improve transitions in care, reduce avoidable hospital readmissions, and support analytics and reporting for patient care. Additionally, the platform includes built-in Health Information Exchange (HIE) capabilities, facilitating seamless data sharing across organizational boundaries. As of October 2019, GSI Health operates as a subsidiary of Medecision, Inc.

ProNoto

Seed Round in 2016
ProNoto is an information technology company that provides peer curated content for physicians, researchers, and clinicians. Its platform for busy healthcare professionals who want to stay up to date with relevant and impactful clinical information that can improve their patient care. The company was founded in 2016 and headquartered in Pennsylvania, United States.

Animotion

Seed Round in 2016
Animotion is affordable mobile technology for joint care. Our data facilitates more accurate diagnoses, individualized motivation for at-home treatment, and monitored assessment of effectiveness to reduce readmissions and improve quality of care. Animotion links to web and mobile software applications for real-time instant access.

Ultraflex

Seed Round in 2016
For more than 25 years Ultraflex Systems has been dedicated to designing and engineering Range of Motion (ROM) braces that restore movement and active living. In partnering with physicians, physical therapists and specialists, Ultraflex delivers leading orthopedic and neurological solutions through its proven expertise, innovative quality products, and patient service. Ultraflex Systems' unique and highly trained direct care team, consisting of a sales professional and certified orthotist or fitter, follow the physician’s referral from initiation to brace delivery and patient follow up. All of our braces are custom molded in our fabrication facilities to provide an unparalleled patient inspired solution.

Mitochon Pharmaceuticals

Venture Round in 2016
Mitochon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biotechnology company established in 2014 and based in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. The company is dedicated to developing drugs that target mitochondrial function, aiming to address significant unmet medical needs in treating serious diseases. Its primary focus is on neurodegenerative and neuromuscular disorders, including Huntington's disease, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and epilepsy, among others. Mitochon is also exploring potential therapies for metabolic disorders related to over-nutrition, such as diabetes and obesity. The company's research is grounded in the understanding that various diseases are linked to mitochondrial dysfunction, and by correcting these malfunctions, Mitochon seeks to pave the way for innovative disease-modifying therapies. The leadership team comprises experienced industry professionals with a strong commitment to advancing breakthrough drug therapies for conditions with limited treatment options.

Instadiagnostics

Seed Round in 2016
Instadiagnostics Inc. develops a point-of-care (POC) diagnostic platform with the aim of bringing centralized laboratory testing to the patient’s bedside. The platform allows early diagnosis, and/or treatment monitoring of patients at the POC (primary care centers, community clinics, emergency departments etc.) without requiring additional trips to have blood drawn, lengthy wait times for results or having to wait for diagnosis/follow up testing. Instadiagnostics Inc. was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Arcadian Telepsychiatry

Seed Round in 2016
Arcadian Telepsychiatry brings psychiatrists and mental health providers to geographically remote and urban locations. Arcadian Telepsychiatry provides psychiatrist services. Its services include on-demand emergency consultation to EDs and crisis centers; inpatient consultation and liaison; initial psychiatric evaluations; medication management; scheduled child, adolescent, and adult clinics services; pre-admission psychiatric hospital exams; staffing conferences with hospital medical personnel; training and education for hospital personnel; on demand psychiatric evaluations; follow-up medication management; rounds at inpatient or residential treatment facilities; and consultation, training, and education in psychiatric emergency services and telepsychiatry.

Essential Medical

Seed Round in 2016
Essential Medical is a family owned & operated business that was started in 1985. We are a broad based supplier of home medical and health related products designed with the needs of the user in mind. Within this online website you will find many different product options to meet a variety of life styles and physical conditions. If you are a home medical equipment dealer and would like to be set up to order Essential products, please click on the Prospective Dealers tab. If you would like to purchase products for yourself, family member or friend, our fine products are available through your local medical equipment dealer or pharmacy. Please consult the yellow pages of your local telephone book under Hospital and Medical Equipment.

ZSX Medical

Venture Round in 2015
ZSX Medical, LLC is a medical device development company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, established in 2009. It specializes in creating bio-absorbable products for internal closure in minimally invasive surgeries. The company is focused on its flagship product, Zip-stitch, a surgical closure system designed to facilitate challenging surgical closures quickly and effectively. This device aims to enhance surgical efficiency by reducing operative time and minimizing complications such as infection, tissue adhesion, and dehiscence, compared to traditional sutures or staples. By improving surgical outcomes and reducing healthcare costs, ZSX Medical seeks to benefit both hospitals and patients.

DecNut

Seed Round in 2015
DecNut LLC specializes in developing point-of-care technologies aimed at enhancing clinical decision-making across various healthcare environments. The company offers an application that integrates evidence-based clinical practice guidelines directly into healthcare providers' workflows. This integration facilitates improved resource utilization and allows healthcare professionals to efficiently aggregate, update, disseminate, and evaluate customized clinical decision support tools. By focusing on these solutions, DecNut aims to streamline the decision-making process for clinicians, ultimately improving patient outcomes in diverse settings.

Grand Round Table

Seed Round in 2015
Grand Round Table Inc. is a developer of clinical decision support tools aimed at enhancing diagnostic accuracy for healthcare providers. The company's flagship system, Grand Round Table, integrates with electronic health records to assist doctors in diagnosing patients by comparing their cases against a comprehensive database of deidentified health records, case reports, and evidence-based medical literature, including resources from the University of Pennsylvania. This technology enables physicians to access insights from previous cases, facilitating quicker and more informed treatment decisions for complex patients. By streamlining the decision-making process, Grand Round Table helps hospitals and clinics reduce unnecessary tests, ineffective treatments, and consultations, ultimately saving time and costs in patient care. Established in 2011, the company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

TowerView Health

Seed Round in 2015
TowerView helps the 1 in 3 Americans with a chronic illness manage multiple medications. TowerView’s patients receive pre-filled medication trays that fit into a connected pillbox like a K-Cup into a Keurig coffee machine. Their pillbox can sense when patients forget a dose and automatically sends a text or phone reminder. Unlike other smart pillboxes, they send patients pre-filled medication trays sourced from a pharmacy so patients never have to fill their own pillbox and they work directly with nurses​ to target outreach for non-adherent patients. TowerView is rolling out with Independence Blue Cross in January 2015 and are in advanced discussions with numerous other health plans.

PrescribeWell

Seed Round in 2015
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Prescription Advisory Systems & Technology, Inc. is dedicated to enhancing the management of chronic pain and mitigating the risks associated with the abuse of controlled substances through its innovative software, PASTRx. Established in 2013 and based in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, the company addresses the critical issue of prescription medication overdoses, which have become the leading cause of accidental death in the United States. PASTRx is designed to assist healthcare providers in identifying patients who can safely receive controlled substances while flagging those who may need more complex treatment options. The software integrates data from multiple sources, offering features such as patient risk assessment, auditability, and institutional oversight, all within a user-friendly interface. This comprehensive approach aims to protect both patients and healthcare providers, ensuring safer prescribing practices.

Essential Medical

Seed Round in 2014
Essential Medical is a family owned & operated business that was started in 1985. We are a broad based supplier of home medical and health related products designed with the needs of the user in mind. Within this online website you will find many different product options to meet a variety of life styles and physical conditions. If you are a home medical equipment dealer and would like to be set up to order Essential products, please click on the Prospective Dealers tab. If you would like to purchase products for yourself, family member or friend, our fine products are available through your local medical equipment dealer or pharmacy. Please consult the yellow pages of your local telephone book under Hospital and Medical Equipment.

InstaMed

Venture Round in 2014
InstaMed Communications, LLC is a healthcare payments network that connects providers, payers, and consumers through a secure, cloud-based platform designed for managing healthcare payment transactions. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, InstaMed offers several products, including InstaMed Online for Providers and InstaMed Online for Payers, both of which ensure secure and efficient management of healthcare payments. Additionally, InstaMed Connect allows for the integration of healthcare payments into various healthcare IT applications through its API. The company's technology enhances the healthcare payment experience by driving electronic transactions and facilitating the seamless movement of funds and healthcare data, ultimately improving consumer satisfaction. As of July 2019, InstaMed operates as a subsidiary of JPMorgan Chase Bank.

Mitochon Pharmaceuticals

Seed Round in 2014
Mitochon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biotechnology company established in 2014 and based in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. The company is dedicated to developing drugs that target mitochondrial function, aiming to address significant unmet medical needs in treating serious diseases. Its primary focus is on neurodegenerative and neuromuscular disorders, including Huntington's disease, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and epilepsy, among others. Mitochon is also exploring potential therapies for metabolic disorders related to over-nutrition, such as diabetes and obesity. The company's research is grounded in the understanding that various diseases are linked to mitochondrial dysfunction, and by correcting these malfunctions, Mitochon seeks to pave the way for innovative disease-modifying therapies. The leadership team comprises experienced industry professionals with a strong commitment to advancing breakthrough drug therapies for conditions with limited treatment options.

Stabiliz Orthopaedics

Seed Round in 2014
Stabiliz Orthopaedics’ mission is to develop novel enhancements to orthopedic medical devices utilizing FDA approved technologies to foster greater clinical outcomes while reducing costs for burden healthcare systems.

Photosonix Medical

Seed Round in 2014
Photosonix Medical, Inc. is a company focused on developing innovative treatments for dermal diseases, particularly chronic bacterial infections known as biofilms, which can lead to conditions such as moderate to severe acne. Its flagship product, CLENS, utilizes a unique combination of ultrasound and violet light to target and eliminate biofilm bacteria effectively. This energy-based therapy aims to provide users with a safe and effective at-home skincare solution that not only treats acne but also helps prevent permanent skin scarring. Founded in 2014, Photosonix Medical operates from Ambler, Pennsylvania, and primarily markets its products to dermatologists and primary care physicians.

Infarct Reduction Technologies

Seed Round in 2014
Infarct Reduction Technologies develops a therapeutic device for ischemic pre-conditioning protocol. The company offers LifeCuff, a non-invasive manually-inflated blood pressure cuff for remote ischemic conditioning in heart attack, stroke, sepsis, liver surgery, traumatic brain injury, and other critical condition patients. The company is headquartered in Waldwick, New Jersey.

Grand Round Table

Seed Round in 2014
Grand Round Table Inc. is a developer of clinical decision support tools aimed at enhancing diagnostic accuracy for healthcare providers. The company's flagship system, Grand Round Table, integrates with electronic health records to assist doctors in diagnosing patients by comparing their cases against a comprehensive database of deidentified health records, case reports, and evidence-based medical literature, including resources from the University of Pennsylvania. This technology enables physicians to access insights from previous cases, facilitating quicker and more informed treatment decisions for complex patients. By streamlining the decision-making process, Grand Round Table helps hospitals and clinics reduce unnecessary tests, ineffective treatments, and consultations, ultimately saving time and costs in patient care. Established in 2011, the company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

BioDetego

Seed Round in 2014
BioDetego is developing, VASPfore, a new biomarker test for selecting cancer treatment protocols. The VASP marker provides information that will direct chemotherapy to high risk patients who will likely benefit from treatment while preventing costly and harmful treatment of low risk patients. BioDetego predicts that the VASPfore will provide payors enormous savings (>$150MM/year) by reducing total treatment costs. The company is led by David Zuzga, Ph.D., Founder and CEO, a research scientist with expertise in cell and molecular biology at La Salle University & Giovanni M. Pitari, M.D., Ph.D. Founder and CSO, a physician and research scientist with expertise in Translational Oncology.

MemVu

Seed Round in 2014
MemVu, Inc. specializes in brain health training solutions aimed at individuals and families. The company offers a unique program, MemVu.com, which allows users to upload personal photos into a brain training game, enhancing engagement and improving cognitive health through personalized exercises. This innovative platform serves as a valuable resource for healthcare professionals, including physicians, social workers, and psychologists, who assist clients with various brain health conditions. Additionally, MemVu's solutions are utilized in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, adult daycare facilities, retirement communities, and assisted living environments, promoting family involvement in care and fostering connections for patients. Founded in 2008, MemVu is headquartered in Shaker Heights, Ohio.

Essential Medical

Seed Round in 2014
Essential Medical is a family owned & operated business that was started in 1985. We are a broad based supplier of home medical and health related products designed with the needs of the user in mind. Within this online website you will find many different product options to meet a variety of life styles and physical conditions. If you are a home medical equipment dealer and would like to be set up to order Essential products, please click on the Prospective Dealers tab. If you would like to purchase products for yourself, family member or friend, our fine products are available through your local medical equipment dealer or pharmacy. Please consult the yellow pages of your local telephone book under Hospital and Medical Equipment.

OrthogenRx

Seed Round in 2013
OrthogenRx is a commercial-stage product development company that provides orthopedic medical devices for the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. The business model utilizes exclusive supply and license agreements for products presently on the market ex-US and seeks generic product approval in the U.S. potentially saving the healthcare system billions in cost. The strategy utilizes existing regulations for an abbreviated regulatory approval for generic devices, analogous to generic drugs.

ZSX Medical

Series A in 2013
ZSX Medical, LLC is a medical device development company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, established in 2009. It specializes in creating bio-absorbable products for internal closure in minimally invasive surgeries. The company is focused on its flagship product, Zip-stitch, a surgical closure system designed to facilitate challenging surgical closures quickly and effectively. This device aims to enhance surgical efficiency by reducing operative time and minimizing complications such as infection, tissue adhesion, and dehiscence, compared to traditional sutures or staples. By improving surgical outcomes and reducing healthcare costs, ZSX Medical seeks to benefit both hospitals and patients.

Relmada Therapeutics

Series A in 2012
Relmada Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in New York that focuses on developing innovative treatments for central nervous system (CNS) diseases and chronic pain management. The company's lead product candidate, d-Methadone, is currently undergoing Phase II clinical trials for conditions such as depression and neuropathic pain. In addition to d-Methadone, Relmada is also working on LevoCap ER, an abuse-resistant formulation of levorphanol; BuTab, an oral version of buprenorphine; and MepiGel, a topical formulation of mepivacaine designated for orphan drug status. Founded in 2004, Relmada aims to address significant unmet medical needs within the pain management and CNS therapeutic areas through its diversified portfolio of drug candidates.

Stabiliz Orthopaedics

Seed Round in 2012
Stabiliz Orthopaedics’ mission is to develop novel enhancements to orthopedic medical devices utilizing FDA approved technologies to foster greater clinical outcomes while reducing costs for burden healthcare systems.

CD Diagnostics

Seed Round in 2012
CD Diagnostics is developing assays for orthopaedic surgeons and rheumatologists who would like greater diagnostic confidence in joint fluid analysis. Unlike current technologies, which often yield vague and ambiguous results, CygnaSure™, our lead product, offers orthopaedic surgeons and rheumatologists a rapid, accurate and reliable diagnostic answer.

EyeIC

Venture Round in 2012
EyeIC, Inc. develops and commercializes imaging technologies for medical applications. The company serves eye care professionals and eye clinics. It offers MatchedFlicker, a device for monitoring the advent and progression of glaucoma through change detection in time series retinal photographs. The company's software works by aligning and registering two images of the same object taken at different points in time, and then generating a superimposed view that is alternated back and forth. The company was founded in 2004 and is based in Wayne, Pennsylvania.

Essential Medical

Seed Round in 2011
Essential Medical is a family owned & operated business that was started in 1985. We are a broad based supplier of home medical and health related products designed with the needs of the user in mind. Within this online website you will find many different product options to meet a variety of life styles and physical conditions. If you are a home medical equipment dealer and would like to be set up to order Essential products, please click on the Prospective Dealers tab. If you would like to purchase products for yourself, family member or friend, our fine products are available through your local medical equipment dealer or pharmacy. Please consult the yellow pages of your local telephone book under Hospital and Medical Equipment.

Essential Medical

Seed Round in 2010
Essential Medical is a family owned & operated business that was started in 1985. We are a broad based supplier of home medical and health related products designed with the needs of the user in mind. Within this online website you will find many different product options to meet a variety of life styles and physical conditions. If you are a home medical equipment dealer and would like to be set up to order Essential products, please click on the Prospective Dealers tab. If you would like to purchase products for yourself, family member or friend, our fine products are available through your local medical equipment dealer or pharmacy. Please consult the yellow pages of your local telephone book under Hospital and Medical Equipment.
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