NeuroPace
Venture Round in 2011
NeuroPace, Inc. is a medical device company based in Mountain View, California, that specializes in developing and manufacturing implantable devices for treating neurological disorders, particularly epilepsy. The company's primary product is the Responsive Neurostimulator (RNS) System, designed for patients with medically refractory partial epilepsy. This system includes a small implantable neurostimulator that monitors brain activity and delivers targeted electrical pulses to specific seizure onset areas. The RNS System comprises both implantable components, such as depth leads and cortical strip leads, and external products, including a programmer that facilitates communication with the implanted device. Founded in 1997, NeuroPace aims to transform the lives of individuals suffering from epilepsy by significantly reducing or eliminating seizures through its innovative technology. The company primarily generates revenue from sales of the RNS System to hospitals and medical facilities that perform the implantation procedures.
Hemosphere
Series A in 2010
Hemosphere developed and markets the HeRO (Hemodialysis Reliable Outflow) Graft, a proprietary graft-based solution for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) hemodialysis patients with limited access options and central venous obstruction.
GI Dynamics
Series C in 2009
GI Dynamics, Inc. is a medical device company that focuses on developing non-surgical therapies for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and obesity. The company's flagship product, EndoBarrier, is designed to help patients manage these conditions effectively. Founded in 2003, GI Dynamics is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, and markets its products primarily in Europe, the Middle East, the Asia Pacific, and South America. The company serves healthcare providers and third-party distributors, aiming to provide innovative solutions for metabolic diseases.
Xoft, Inc. specializes in developing electronic brachytherapy (eBx) systems for radiation oncology applications. The company offers a range of products, including the Axxent Controller, which employs a miniaturized high dose rate X-ray source to deliver radiation directly to cancerous tumor beds. Other products include the Axxent balloon applicator for accelerated partial breast irradiation, the Axxent vaginal applicator for vaginal brachytherapy, and the Axxent surface applicator for treating surface lesions. Additionally, Xoft provides various accessories such as physics accessory kits, personnel protective shields, and patient care kits, along with FlexiShield, designed to minimize radiation exposure to healthy tissues and organs. The company's products are primarily utilized in the treatment of early stage breast cancer, skin cancer, and endometrial cancer. Xoft distributes its offerings through physicians and distributors across Europe. Founded in 1998 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company was previously known as Xoft microTube, Inc. before rebranding in 2004.
CardioKinetix
Series C in 2008
CardioKinetix, Inc., based in Menlo Park, California, specializes in developing transcatheter implants aimed at treating heart failure. The company's primary product, the Parachute Ventricular Partitioning Device, is designed to improve cardiac function in patients who have developed ischemic left-sided heart failure following a heart attack. By isolating the dysfunctional region of the heart ventricle and reducing chamber volume, the device enhances cardiac output, addressing a critical need in heart failure management. CardioKinetix serves a diverse customer base across several countries, including the United States and various European nations, and aims to provide effective treatment options for millions affected by heart failure globally. The company was incorporated in 2002.
Evalve, Inc. engages in the design, development, manufacture, and marketing of devices that enable the repair of cardiac valves. It provides a non-surgical mitral valve repair system consisting of a steerable guide catheter, a clip delivery system, and an implant device that is used by interventional cardiologists to reduce mitral regurgitation. The company was incorporated in 1999 and is based in Menlo Park, California.
Xoft, Inc. specializes in developing electronic brachytherapy (eBx) systems for radiation oncology applications. The company offers a range of products, including the Axxent Controller, which employs a miniaturized high dose rate X-ray source to deliver radiation directly to cancerous tumor beds. Other products include the Axxent balloon applicator for accelerated partial breast irradiation, the Axxent vaginal applicator for vaginal brachytherapy, and the Axxent surface applicator for treating surface lesions. Additionally, Xoft provides various accessories such as physics accessory kits, personnel protective shields, and patient care kits, along with FlexiShield, designed to minimize radiation exposure to healthy tissues and organs. The company's products are primarily utilized in the treatment of early stage breast cancer, skin cancer, and endometrial cancer. Xoft distributes its offerings through physicians and distributors across Europe. Founded in 1998 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company was previously known as Xoft microTube, Inc. before rebranding in 2004.
Xoft, Inc. specializes in developing electronic brachytherapy (eBx) systems for radiation oncology applications. The company offers a range of products, including the Axxent Controller, which employs a miniaturized high dose rate X-ray source to deliver radiation directly to cancerous tumor beds. Other products include the Axxent balloon applicator for accelerated partial breast irradiation, the Axxent vaginal applicator for vaginal brachytherapy, and the Axxent surface applicator for treating surface lesions. Additionally, Xoft provides various accessories such as physics accessory kits, personnel protective shields, and patient care kits, along with FlexiShield, designed to minimize radiation exposure to healthy tissues and organs. The company's products are primarily utilized in the treatment of early stage breast cancer, skin cancer, and endometrial cancer. Xoft distributes its offerings through physicians and distributors across Europe. Founded in 1998 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company was previously known as Xoft microTube, Inc. before rebranding in 2004.
Evalve, Inc. engages in the design, development, manufacture, and marketing of devices that enable the repair of cardiac valves. It provides a non-surgical mitral valve repair system consisting of a steerable guide catheter, a clip delivery system, and an implant device that is used by interventional cardiologists to reduce mitral regurgitation. The company was incorporated in 1999 and is based in Menlo Park, California.
GI Dynamics
Series B in 2004
GI Dynamics, Inc. is a medical device company that focuses on developing non-surgical therapies for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and obesity. The company's flagship product, EndoBarrier, is designed to help patients manage these conditions effectively. Founded in 2003, GI Dynamics is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, and markets its products primarily in Europe, the Middle East, the Asia Pacific, and South America. The company serves healthcare providers and third-party distributors, aiming to provide innovative solutions for metabolic diseases.
TranS1 is a medical device company that specializes in advanced surgical medicine. Founded in 2002, the company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, and operates as a subsidiary of The Quandary Group. TranS1 focuses on developing a range of medical products and intellectual property aimed at improving surgical procedures and patient outcomes.
Alere
Venture Round in 2003
Alere Inc., formerly known as Inverness Medical Innovations, is a company that specializes in diagnostics and health management solutions. It focuses on infectious disease, cardiology, oncology, drugs of abuse, and women's health, offering a wide array of products and services. Alere's portfolio includes over-the-counter tests, lab-based diagnostics, and integrated home monitoring solutions, with notable brands such as Acceava Mono cassette, Alere Home Monitoring, AtheNA Multi-Lyte Test System, and BinaxNOW. The company operates across multiple regions, including North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America and Africa. Its medical diagnostic products aim to facilitate the detection of diseases and conditions, empowering patients and healthcare providers to collaboratively manage health outcomes throughout the continuum of care from hospitals to home settings.
IntelliCare
Series B in 2002
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