Fogarty Institute of Innovation

Madorra Inc. manufactures medical devices aimed at treating vaginal dryness, specifically for post-menopausal women and breast cancer survivors. Founded in 2014 and based in Portland, Oregon, the company seeks to empower women by providing a non-hormonal treatment alternative to traditional pharmaceuticals. Madorra's innovative device addresses vaginal atrophy and aims to restore vaginal health, offering women greater choice in their treatment options. Through its focus on this underserved issue, Madorra is changing the landscape of women's health care.

Everyplace Labs is focused on creating a self-service kiosk that automates point-of-care testing, specifically for urine diagnostics. This innovative platform integrates add-on devices with toilets to facilitate the entire process from specimen collection to result delivery. By enabling patient-initiated or staff-assisted testing at intake or triage in acute care environments, Everyplace Labs aims to eliminate bottlenecks, enhance throughput, and improve the efficiency and accuracy of data collection. Additionally, the solution promotes a more hygienic and comfortable experience for patients while reducing the need for clinical staff involvement.

Alydia Health, Inc. is a medical device company based in Menlo Park, California, focused on addressing postpartum hemorrhage (PPH), a leading cause of maternal mortality. The company designs and manufactures the Jada System, a device that effectively stops excessive bleeding by promoting natural uterine contractions after childbirth. This innovative solution utilizes a vacuum-induced tamponade effect, enabling the body to control postpartum hemorrhage without the need for pharmaceuticals or surgical interventions. Founded in 2010 and rebranded from InPress Technologies in 2018, Alydia Health aims to significantly enhance the treatment options for PPH, ultimately improving the health outcomes of women globally and reducing healthcare costs associated with maternal care.