Defibrillators in California

Element Science, Inc. is a San Francisco-based medical device startup founded in 2013, specializing in clinical-grade wearable solutions for cardiac care. The company's flagship product is the Jewel® Patch Wearable Cardioverter Defibrillator, an adhesive-based patch device designed to treat patients at temporary elevated risk of lethal heart rhythms and sudden cardiac arrest. Unlike traditional bulky defibrillator vests, Jewel® offers a sleek, comfortable, and discreet design that provides 24/7 cardiac monitoring and protection during critical transitions from hospital to home. The device leverages machine learning and data science algorithms to detect and treat dangerous arrhythmias. Element Science has received FDA approval, CE Mark, and UKCA Mark certifications for Jewel®, positioning it as the first and most innovative patch-based wearable cardioverter defibrillator on the market. The company is actively developing a broader pipeline of heart disease solutions that combine wearable technology with predictive analytics to improve patient outcomes and prevent sudden cardiac death.

Boston Scientific Corporation is a global medical device manufacturer serving multiple clinical specialties including cardiology, urology, gastroenterology, interventional radiology, electrophysiology, neurology, pain management, vascular surgery, and structural heart disease. The company manufactures and distributes a broad portfolio of minimally invasive medical devices, including cardiac rhythm management systems, interventional cardiology devices, electrophysiology catheters and mapping systems, spinal cord stimulation systems for pain management, urological devices, endoscopy and visualization systems, defibrillators, and interventional oncology equipment. Boston Scientific operates a healthcare professional portal providing online training through EDUCARE, e-commerce ordering, reimbursement resources, and comprehensive customer support with specialty-specific representative contact networks. The organization serves hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and healthcare professionals across the United States through direct sales and support teams organized by medical specialty. Products undergo rigorous regulatory compliance (FDA 510(k), international certifications) and the company emphasizes quality assurance and product safety as core organizational values. Customer care is available via a dedicated U.S. customer service line, with extended business hours Monday–Friday.

Thirdwayv is an IoT connectivity and cybersecurity software company specializing in secure, connected medical devices and healthcare applications. The company provides end-to-end security solutions—from hardware root of trust through cloud infrastructure—for safety-critical IoT deployments in consumer medical devices, connected hospitals, home healthcare, electrical stimulation and drug delivery systems, and biometric monitoring. Core product lines include AppAuth™ (device and customer authentication, remote attestation), SecureConnectivity™ (application-layer encryption across Bluetooth, NFC, LTE, Ethernet), SeamlessConnect™ (seamless device-to-gateway connectivity), and RecordAuth™ (blockchain-based data authenticity for supply chains). Thirdwayv holds FDA clearances enabling partners to meet FDA cybersecurity guidelines for medical devices and has demonstrated expertise in connected diabetes management, pacemakers, nerve stimulators, defibrillators, insulin pumps, thermometers, blood pressure monitors, glucose meters, and pulse oximeters. The company also serves connected car (OTA firmware updates, infotainment security, smartphone keyless entry) and asset-tracking markets (cold chain, surgical implant track-and-trace, hospital inventory management, retail item tracking). Leadership includes executives from Motorola, Broadcom, and GE; the advisory board includes former Qualcomm, Google, BlackBerry, and FDA officials. Thirdwayv positions itself as a "nucleus of trust" for IoT ecosystems, emphasizing security-by-design from the semiconductor level upward.

Universal Diagnostic Solutions (UDS) is an FDA-registered medical device distributor and reseller specializing in new, pre-owned, refurbished, and demo ultrasound imaging systems and complementary diagnostic medical equipment. With over 15 years of experience, UDS represents all major ultrasound manufacturers including GE, Philips, Mindray, Sonosite, Samsung, and Terason. The company provides a full-service model encompassing sales consultation, equipment customization, installation, operator training, and ongoing technical support. Product portfolio includes portable and console-based ultrasound systems, C-arm fluoroscopy X-ray equipment, vital signs monitors (NIBP, SpO2, temperature), patient examination tables (partnered with Oakworks for abdominal, musculoskeletal, vascular, and biopsy applications), and automated external defibrillators (AEDs). UDS serves diverse markets including private practices, academic medical centers, veterinary sonography, osteopathic schools, and rehabilitation clinics. The company operates a warehouse facility in Vista, California, and offers nationwide distribution with localized support through manufacturer partnerships (Mindray and Edan maintain US service locations). UDS is compliant with California State Board of Pharmacy regulations and authorized to sell Class II medical devices. The company emphasizes personalized customer engagement, rapid service turnaround, competitive pricing strategies (advertising 40% discounts on console systems), and extensive product knowledge to assist buyers in navigating the complex diagnostic imaging marketplace.