OxiWear
OxiWear is a patient-led medtech company based in Arlington, VA, founded in 2019 by Shavini Fernando. The company is dedicated to reducing patient vulnerability to hypoxic injury through wearable, continuous oxygen monitoring, aiming to increase safety and security for those prone to silent hypoxia, reduce healthcare costs, and save lives. OxiWear's mission is rooted in empowering individuals with chronic conditions to live life to the fullest, leveraging cutting-edge technology to deliver medical-grade, real-time health data. Their FDA-cleared, ear-wearable pulse oximeter is designed for both clinical and at-home use, providing accurate, second-by-second blood oxygen and pulse rate monitoring across all skin tones and during motion. OxiWear is recognized for its innovation, patient-centric approach, and commitment to health equity.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
small (1-50)
Patents
Products
Ear-wearable continuous pulse oximeter
An ear-mounted wearable sensor system that continuously measures blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) and pulse rate with real-time data streaming to a mobile application, haptic alerts at the sensor, and remote caregiver notifications.
Ear-wearable continuous pulse oximeter
An ear-mounted wearable sensor system that continuously measures blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) and pulse rate with real-time data streaming to a mobile application, haptic alerts at the sensor, and remote caregiver notifications.
Expertise Areas
- Continuous pulse oximetry monitoring
- Wearable medical device development
- Remote patient monitoring integration
- Clinical testing and validation in hypoxia
Key Technologies
- Photoplethysmography (PPG) oximetry
- Motion-tolerant signal processing
- Haptic feedback
- Mobile health applications
Key People
Founder and CEO
Chief Growth Officer
Chief Medical Officer
Commercialization & Scientific Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Head of Operations
Founder and CEO
Chief Growth Officer
Chief Medical Officer
Commercialization & Scientific Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Head of Operations
News & Updates
OxiWear's ear-wearable pulse oximeter received FDA clearance as a medical device in August 2024.
OxiWear's founder, Shavini Fernando, was recognized as a Women Who Mean Business honoree.
OxiWear placed second overall in the AHA Empowered Business Accelerator.
OxiWear won the 2023 GEA Alumni Pitch Competition.
OxiWear and its founder were listed among 30 inspiring social entrepreneurs to watch.
OxiWear was awarded 3rd place in the CTIA Wireless Foundation Catalyst 2022.
OxiWear's ear-wearable pulse oximeter received FDA clearance as a medical device in August 2024.
OxiWear's founder, Shavini Fernando, was recognized as a Women Who Mean Business honoree.
OxiWear placed second overall in the AHA Empowered Business Accelerator.
OxiWear won the 2023 GEA Alumni Pitch Competition.
OxiWear and its founder were listed among 30 inspiring social entrepreneurs to watch.
OxiWear was awarded 3rd place in the CTIA Wireless Foundation Catalyst 2022.