Kudu
Medical Technologies
Reducing Procedures, Enhancing Lives
Revolutionizing medical implant charging through ultrasound
The Problem
Battery Replacement Surgeries
Globally, $60 billion is spent each year on surgeries to replace batteries in medical implants. This not only causes significant patient discomfort due to the frequency of surgeries but also introduces the risk of medical complications with each procedure.
Economic Impact
The worldwide expense of battery replacement surgeries reaches a staggering $60 billion annually.
Patient Discomfort
Frequent surgeries for battery replacements significantly diminish patients' quality of life.
Surgical Complications
Each battery replacement surgery carries a risk of severe medical complications, posing a continuous threat to patient health.

💲 Hidden Costs

The global market for battery-powered medical implants is substantial, estimated at $20 billion. This includes key segments such as cardiovascular implants, each with significant market shares: pacemakers, implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs), and Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT) implants at around $5 billion each. Neurostimulator implants—encompassing devices for spinal cord, sacral nerve, and deep brain stimulation—also represent a $5 billion sector. Yet, the true financial burden emerges in the operational costs, particularly in the $60 billion annually spent on replacing these devices, as reflected in insurance reimbursements. Kudu Medical Technologies is keenly focused on these hidden costs that impact healthcare efficiency and patient quality of life.

🩺 Complications

Every battery replacement surgery for medical implants carries significant risks, with 4% of procedures resulting in major complications, such as infections or the need for additional surgical interventions. Additionally, 7% of these surgeries lead to minor complications that adversely affect patients' daily lives and health. Kudu Medical Technologies is dedicated to addressing these serious concerns by advancing technologies that reduce these risks and enhance patient outcomes, thereby transforming post-surgical care in the medical device industry.

The Solution
Ultrasound Power Transfer
Kudu Medical Technologies is revolutionizing the field with our cutting-edge ultrasound technology, designed to power up any medical implant on the market in under an hour. Our innovative wireless charging system safely transmits ultrasound waves through the skin to a receiver embedded in the implant, converting these waves into electrical energy to recharge the device's battery. This breakthrough not only ensures universal compatibility with all current implant models but also supports the development of new implant technologies previously limited by battery life constraints.

Tailored Charging Modules

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Universal Chargers

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Benefits of Ultrasound Power Transfer
Our revolutionary solution not only eliminates battery replacement surgeries for medical implants but also drastically reduces associated costs. Leveraging advanced ultrasound technology, our patent-protected wireless charging system extends the lifespan of devices and opens the door to new types of medical implants previously deemed impossible. This innovation significantly enhances patient safety and care while introducing new revenue streams for medical device manufacturers through our unique business model, transforming the landscape for implantable medical devices.

💉 Reducing Procedures

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👨‍⚕️ Enhanced Safety and Comfort

Ultrasound based charging enables

🗲 Super Fast Charge

Our propierty hardware embedded algorithms enable a fast, safe and reliable charge of the implants using traditional ultrasound transmitters. We are able to supply sufficient electrical power that enables the functionality of every implant that exists on the market, without compramising on safety and without adding complexity on the implant manufacturers end.

💸 New Revenue Streams

Our business model enables manufacturers new revenue streams associated with the charging of the medical implant. This opens venues for charging as a service, and

Expert Endorsement
Dr. Michael Barkagan, MD, is a physician-scientist, a specialist in cardiac electrophysiology at Shamir Medical Center, and a Senior Clinical Lecturer at Tel Aviv University’s School of Medicine. He completed his postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard Medical School, where he focused on the mechanisms of arrhythmias and the development of innovative diagnostic and invasive treatment technologies. He brings extensive expertise in cardiac arrhythmias and cardiac electronic implantable device management, with clinical experience and advanced training at leading institutions, including Beth-Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston.
Dr. Michael Barkagan, has endorsed our groundbreaking ultrasound power transfer technology for medical implants. Dr. Barkagan highlights several benefits: substantial reductions in infection risks from surgical battery replacements, improved implant safety and longevity, decreased medical expenditures, and enhanced patient well-being.
Current Status
We've reached significant milestones in securing our innovative ultrasound power transfer technology, currently holding four pending patents. Our advanced solution is in the experimental validation stage and advancing towards FDA approval, bolstered by a recent investment from the Israeli Innovation Authority. We're also developing a comprehensive reimbursement strategy to optimize market success. Currently, we are actively seeking partners to expedite the commercialization of our technology. Utilizing our unique and proprietary approach, we aim to significantly improve patient safety, lower healthcare costs, and enable the development of new medical device innovations that were once impossible.
The Team
Yuval Shklarsh
CEO
Yuval Shklarsh, Founder and CEO of Kudu Medical Technologies, is a distinguished electrical engineer with a solid decade of industry experience. Educated at Technion - Israel Institute of Technology with multiple degrees, Yuval contributes extensive technical expertise and a knack for innovation to the company.
Ariel Romano
CFO
Ariel Romano, CFO at Kudu Medical Technologies, brings over two decades of finance expertise from high-tech and biotech sectors. He has a strong background in fundraising, strategic financial planning, and scaling operations. Ariel's previous experience includes preparing InterCure for a NASDAQ IPO and leading a financial turnaround at Netcracker Technology-NEC group. His skills in strategic financial operations and partnership building are instrumental in propelling Kudu Medical Technologies forward.
Steven Macwan
CMO\BizDev
Steven is the former CEO of Microsteer Robotics, where he developed a robotic steering system for tumor removal. Prior to that, he served as Chief Revenue Officer at Cnoga Medical, focusing on capital funding, strategic partnerships, and global sales channels. He has extensive expertise in surgical devices, biomedical sensor technology, clinical trial management, regulatory affairs, and AI, machine learning, and robotics. Additionally, Steven brings significant experience in capital investment, forming strategic partnerships, and developing global sales strategies.
Advisory Board
Yossi Ben Harosh
Chairman
Yossi is a seasoned C-level executive with 25+ years of experience leading HighTech companies. His roles have included President & CEO of Telrad Networks, Division President at Amdocs, and CEO at both RiT Technologies and Cnoga Digital Care Ltd. With a robust background in sales, marketing, operations, and business development, Yossi has driven significant growth and turnarounds in his companies. He is also an active member of YPO.
Get in Touch
Kudu Medical Technologies is located in the heart of Tel Aviv, Israel. Our innovative team is dedicated to revolutionizing medical implant charging through our groundbreaking ultrasound technology.
For more information, please contact us at shklarsh.yuval@gmail.com or call us at +972 542515698.
Kudu Medical Technologies - Reducing Procedures, Enhancing Lives