EndoTheia, Inc.

EndoTheia, Inc. is a Nashville-based medical device manufacturer specializing in next-generation flexible endoscopy platforms. Founded in 2018 with foundational research partnerships from Vanderbilt University and University of Tennessee-Knoxville, the company develops proprietary steerable endoscopic devices utilizing laser-machined, ultra-thin-walled metallic tubes. These innovative tools deliver enhanced flexibility, maneuverability, and independent tool motion while maintaining compatibility with standard endoscope systems. EndoTheia's technology addresses therapeutic applications including biliary treatment and minimally invasive surgical access. The company received FDA Breakthrough Device Designation in January 2023, accelerating regulatory clearance. Manufacturing capabilities have been strengthened through a strategic partnership with Nissha Co., Ltd., positioning EndoTheia to deliver cost-effective, clinically superior solutions for gastrointestinal and endoscopic interventions.