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MATTER is pleased to recognize 20 healthcare technology companies who have recently joined the community. The new members are:
American BioOptics is developing a method for population-wide colon cancer screening via a minimally invasive test performed during a patient’s annual physical exam. With early detection of colon cancer precursors, the company aims to streamline efficiency of care, red…
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Photo Caption: “Print Your Own Body Part” Phil Velasquez, Kristen Norman / Blue Sky
Vismed-3D CEO Dima Elissa, spoke about the possibilities of 3D modeling in the area of knee replacements, allowing surgeons to more exactly tailor a replacement to a patient. “Today, we have maybe eight flavors that your surgeon can pick from. Eight generic models. I don’t know about you, but I’m pretty diffe…
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SuperBetter CEO Keith Wakeman uses an app to manage his stress while running a startup.
The same app, he says, could inspire regular exercise and healthy diet and even help reduce symptoms of conditions such as depression and anxiety.
The company re-launched the app in September after acquiring it from the original makers in February. The original makers included Jane McGonigal, SuperBetter…
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U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-IL) today toured healthcare technology incubator MATTER to discuss the future of healthcare with entrepreneurs and industry leaders.
Located in Chicago’s Merchandise Mart, MATTER is a community of health technology startups and industry leaders working together to fuel innovation in health IT, medical devices, diagnostics and biopharmaceuticals.
Friday’s discussion…
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Brothers Jacob and Scott Drucker noticed a major problem in the dental supply market when Scott graduated from the University of Pennsylvania’s dental school in 2013. Dentists were purchasing their supplies at high prices from vendors they’ve been using for years, and opting not to spend the time scouring the web for deals.
So Jacob and Scott set out to create a platform for buying and selli…
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