Illuminant Surgical
A new way of seeing in the operating room

Illuminant Surgical is a medical technology startup developing advanced imaging and visualization technology designed to give surgeons enhanced clarity and confidence during operations. The company describes its goal as creating 'X-ray vision for the body,' leveraging AI and hardware to improve intraoperative visibility. It has raised an $8.4M seed round and has been recognized in Forbes 30 Under 30 in Healthcare.
Illuminant uses AI-powered imaging technology integrated into the operating room to provide enhanced visualization without requiring surgeons to change their workflow.
Surgeons and operating room professionals
Background.
- Status
- unknown
- Business model
- unknown
- Company
- Illuminant Surgical
Founders
- Dr. James Hu
- Eldrick Millares
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