A neurosurgeon and a software engineer began with one awkward fact: the right person is often nearby, but has no idea help is needed. GoodSAM turned that gap into a dispatch, video and volunteering platform used by emergency services around the world.
Element Science is a San Francisco medical device and digital health company building the Jewel - a patch-based wearable cardioverter defibrillator that continuously monitors high-risk cardiac patients and delivers a life-saving shock when a lethal rhythm is detected. Founded in 2011 by Dr. Uday Kumar, the company combines clinical-grade wearables, machine learning, and human-centered design to protect patients with elevated, temporary risk of sudden cardiac arrest.