Could This Device Be the Key to Safer Hospital Stays?

Could This Device Be the Key to Safer Hospital Stays?

Author: Snack Labs October 2, 2024 Duration: 40:57

Could a pocket-sized device revolutionize hospital safety? Imagine an IV that communicates with doctors, preventing potentially life-threatening errors. In this captivating episode of New Wave, we dive into the innovative world of FIVAmed, a small but ambitious Nova Scotian company that's reshaping IV therapy safety.


Join host Taylor MacGillivary as we explore the game-changing technology behind FIVAmed's clip-on gadget. Discover how this ingenious device not only prevents air embolisms—a rare but devastating complication—but also ensures precise drug delivery, potentially transforming patient care in hospitals worldwide.


From the device's origin story to its cutting-edge features, we unpack how FIVAmed is addressing critical issues in IV therapy. Learn about the challenges of gravity-fed IVs, the implications of drug over- and underdosing, and how this innovative technology could provide an extra layer of safety even alongside existing infusion pumps.


This episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the intersection of medical innovation and entrepreneurship, showcasing how a small team from Nova Scotia is tackling a global healthcare challenge. Whether you're a healthcare professional, a tech enthusiast, or simply curious about the future of patient safety, this episode promises insights that will change how you think about hospital care.


Tune in to New Wave for a story of innovation, perseverance, and the potential to save lives—one IV at a time.


New Wave is produced by Snack Labs. It is narrated by Taylor MacGillivary and written by Haeley DiRisio and Taylor MacGillivary. New Wave is edited by Jeremie Saunders and Taylor MacGillivary from Snack Labs. Music and sound design is by Donovan Morgan. Find out more about Snack Labs at www.wearesnack.io


This series is brought to you by Life Sciences Nova Scotia. LSNS is fueling innovation and commercial success of the life sciences sector in Nova Scotia by amplifying the ambition of founders and visionaries who aim to change the world through the commercialization of game-changing ideas. Learn more about them at www.lifesciencesnovascotia.ca


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