We are a Norwegian high-tech medical device company, founded in 2014 and based in Stavanger.
Our mission is to develop disruptive pre-hospital medical devices for global distribution — with a strong focus on ease of use for the end user.
Our team is made up of five highly skilled professionals, including mechatronic engineers, paramedics, R&D experts in medical suction devices, and EMS business development specialists.
Together, we bring over 50 years of combined experience in healthcare, medical technology, and successful product and business development.
Our work has been widely recognized in both the health-tech and innovation start-up sectors.
Notable achievements include:
- EU Horizon 2020 Seal of Excellence (2020)
- Recognized as COVID-19 relevant by the EIC Accelerator (2020)
- Funding from Innovation Norway (2020)
- Welcomed Angel Investor (2019)
- Winners of the 37ºC Health Tech Start-Up Competition (2017)
- Pumps and Pipes Innovation Grant (2017)
- Healthcare Prize – Oslo Innovation Week 100 Pitches (2016)
Timeline
The Company was founded with the aim of developing and delivering CARY, an innovative portable suction device designed to clear airways in emergency situations. The founders bring a wealth of experience in technology, regulatory affairs, and product development from the medical device industry. The initial years focused on engaging with users, testing concepts, and refining the vision for CARY.
Partners
Name
USSOCOM (United States Special Operations Command
Contribution
Testing and verification
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Get in touch!
Name
Øystein Refseth
Title
CEO
Field of expertice
Management/Business Development
or@excitus.no
Phone
+47 971 57 784
Name
Agneta Karlfeldt
Title
Medical Advisor
Field of expertice
Medical Air Transport Specialist
Phone
+46 705 772 213