Ontario sees 1 in 6 hospitalizations involve sepsis—a critical condition where time and monitoring make all the difference. In this compelling episode, Dr. Claudia Kreviazuk sits down with Dr. Joe Eibl, co-founder of Flosonics Medical, creators of the FloPatch: the world’s first wearable, wireless ultrasound device for real-time, non-invasive blood flow monitoring in critically ill patients. Dr. Eibl shares the personal story that sparked this innovation, the challenges and strategies of bringing a breakthrough medical device to market, and what’s on the horizon for predictive, data-driven critical care. 

About Joe Eibl 

Dr. Joseph Eibl is co-founder and CEO of Flosonics Medical, a Sudbury-based medtech startup developing the FloPatch, a wearable ultrasound bandage that helps clinicians monitor patients at risk of sepsis in real time. He holds a PhD in Biomolecular Sciences, completed postdoctoral training in bioengineering, and leads the company’s technology, IP, and business strategy. 

Resources Mentioned / Links List  

• Ontario Centre of Innovation: https://www.oc-innovation.ca/ 

• Flosonics Medical: https://flosonicsmedical.com/ 

Enjoyed this Episode? 

If you did, be sure to subscribe and share it with your friends! Where Next Happens is a podcast that explores bold ideas, breakthrough research, and entrepreneurial journeys shaping Ontario’s future. Post a review and share it! 

If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review. Share it with friends and colleagues. Let's inspire everyone to innovate! 

Find out more about the Ontario Centre of Innovation at https://www.https://www.oc-innovation.ca/ 

Thank you for tuning in!