Illuminant Surgical
Illuminant Surgical is a healthcare company based in Culver City, CA, and Cambridge, MA, specializing in medical devices that enhance surgical precision by projecting visual guidance directly onto the patient's skin.
Company Overview
Illuminant Surgical is a healthcare company focusing on medical devices. The company operates from two locations: Culver City, CA, and Cambridge, MA, USA. With a team size of four, it participates in the medical devices sub-industry by leveraging technology to assist surgeons in conducting safer and more efficient surgeries.
Services
Illuminant Surgical provides tools that help surgeons by projecting visual guidance directly on the patient's skin. Their technology uses computer vision and low-cost hardware to display patient-specific anatomical structures, preoperative annotations from planning, and real-time feedback like needle depth and tool trajectory. The goal is to expand the reach of surgical navigation to underserved health systems and various surgical specialties.
Founding Vision
Illuminant Surgical was founded with the vision to enable surgeons to project x-rays directly onto the patient's skin. This innovative approach aims to simplify complex surgical procedures by providing precise, real-time visual guidance using preoperative medical images.
Partnerships
The company has established key partnerships with reputable institutions including Y Combinator, Stanford University, M2D2, Houston Methodist, and Mount Sinai Hospital. These partnerships support Illuminant Surgical in advancing its technology and expanding its influence within the healthcare sector.
Y Combinator S22 Batch
Illuminant Surgical was selected for the Y Combinator S22 batch, which is a highly competitive startup accelerator accepting only 9% of healthcare-related applications from 19,000 submissions. They will present their technology to an invite-only audience of investors at Y Combinator's 35th Demo Day, providing exposure and potential investment opportunities.
