Seamless visual-based remote patient monitoring for patients at risk of diabetic foot ulcers.

Diabetic Foot Ulcers (DFUs) are the most brutal complications of diabetes. By the numbers:

50% of patients with diabetes develop diabetic neuropathy, having lost the protective sensation in their feet that would allow them to notice early ulcers
25% of patients with diabetes develop a DFU in their lifetime
DFUs lead to over 100 K amputations per year in the US, with a 5-year mortality rate of 50%
DFUs account for ⅓ of all diabetic healthcare costs in the US, totaling over $40 B per year

Daily visual inspection of the bottom of the feet is the most effective way to identify early signs of ulcers and treat them before invasive intervention is necessary, but most patients aren’t able to comply with these inspections reliably.

Empo Health is automating daily visual foot inspections and giving podiatrists reliable eyes out of the clinic. As compared to temperature-based approaches, Empo’s visual approach allows for rapid scans, enables specific computer vision analysis, and fits more easily into the standard-of-care for podiatrists.

Imaging Bathroom Scale for Patient Ease of Use

High-resolution foot images and body weight are captured simultaneously, integrating seamlessly into a patient’s daily routine like their normal weight scale.

Cloud Processing for Automated Image Screening

Images analyzed with advanced computer vision capabilities in the cloud to identify areas of change in the feet.

Digital Health Platform for Clinical Efficiency

Alerts are sent to podiatrists with full-color images, enabling a rapid response, remote triage, and non-invasive intervention to prevent early issues from reaching severe outcomes.

Team

Founders

Anuj Khandelwal

Chief Executive Officer

Anuj holds a degree in mechanical engineering (mechatronics) from MIT and a degree in mechanical engineering (medical devices) from Stanford. He brings experience from Amazon Prime Air, Auris Health, Raytheon, and Quorum Analytics.

Eric Dahlseng

Chief Product Officer

Eric holds a dual degree in mechanical engineering and computer science from MIT. He brings experience from Shaper Tools, Tesla, and the MIT BioInstrumentation Lab.