The concept behind The Insides® System sprung from the experience of Professor Ian Bissett in the 1980s when he worked as a general surgeon in Nepal, where there was limited access to specialised nutrition.
During this experience, he observed an unmet clinical need in patients who were severely malnourished as a result of intestinal failure.
The Insides Company’s mission is to provide universal access to chyme reinfusion therapy through revolutionary products and education to establish a new standard of care.
The Insides Company develops life-changing medical devices for people who are recovering from severe intestinal conditions including inflammatory bowel disease, colorectal cancer and intestinal fistulas. Our mission is to empower patients to take control of their condition.
Chairman
Dennis was co-founder & CEO of Rebis, which was acquired for $60M. Dennis then led commercialization at Cyra Technologies which was acquired in 2001 for $150m. On returning to NZ, Dennis spent 10 years as a General Partner of the Endeavour-icap VC fund. Dennis is a founding partner of Tuhua Ventures.
CEO
Garth has +30 years’ experience commercialising high-technology innovation, including +20 years in Medtech CEO roles. In 2022 Garth was awarded Top 50 Healthcare Technology CEO by the Health Technology Report. Also in 2022 Garth was awarded the Ray Thompson award, as an exemplar of high integrity, proactivity and entrepreneurial energy synonymous with Ray’s philosophy.
Co-Founder & Chief Medical Officer
Ian is a Professor of Colorectal Surgery, and adult lead of the NZ National Intestinal Failure Service - a key opinion leader. Ian has been an international pioneer of nutrient recycling and is passionate about advancing our technologies.
Non-Executive Director - Regulatory
Nancy is the former Managing Director of Brandwood Biomedical NZ a premium New Zealand regulatory affairs consultancy. She was an original investor and part of the early development team of Aroa Biosurgery and has an extensive background in medical devices, operations and regulatory compliance. She sits on several medical technology boards.
Non-Executive Director
Douglas brings 20+ years of international experience in the MedTech and Life Sciences industries. In 2016 Douglas led the US$1.8 billion capital raise of ConvaTec by way of an IPO on the London Stock Exchange. Prior to the IPO, Douglas led and had P&L responsibility for ConvaTec’s global Ostomy business.
Co-founder & COO
John holds a PhD in biomedical engineering, which he utilizes to bridge the gap between the medical and engineering world. He has a background in clinical collaboration and operations optimization.
Co-founder & CTO
Rob has a background in mechanical engineering, entrepreneurial businesses and developing disruptive technologies. He holds several patents and design awards for previous work.
Sales Manager, EMEA
Michael is a passionate international and commercial leader in the Medical Device Industry with 15 years' experience in global sales. He is focused on driving commercial success and making a real difference to patients lives. Previously Michael was Head of International Sales Eakin Healthcare Group, and Global Sales Manager at Surgical Innovations PLC
Commercial Advisor
Anthony has had 30 plus years’ experience in sales, marketing, and senior management in the medical device market for both global and SME healthcare organisations providing products and services to health providers around the world.
Sales & Marketing Consultant - Europe
Mark has more than 30 years’ experience in healthcare. He has worked for companies including BD and Covidien as well as for a spin-out that formed Hospira. In medical nutrition Mark has held global marketing roles at Fresenius Kabi in Germany and Novartis Medical Nutrition in Switzerland. Mark's work has involved developing and executing successful strategies as well as of developing and launching new products.
Scientific Medical Liaison
Laurence is a Colorectal Surgeon and a Nutritionist who is based in France. Laurence has also completed a PhD in Biological Science & Health. She was the co author of the clinical publication - Chyme Reinfusion Restores the Regulatory Bile Salt–FGF19 Axis in Patients With Intestinal Failure. Laurence's specialist knowledge in parenteral nutrition and temporary double enterostomies enables her as a leading presenter on chyme reinfusion in Europe.
Clinical Sales, Education & Support, Switzerland, Europe
Aude-Auline, based in Switzerland, is one of Europe's most experienced chyme reinfusion experts. As a stomal therapist, Aude-Aline brings her extensive ostomy and wound management experience as she sets up patients on The Insides System across Europe.
Scientific Advisor
Gil is an active member of several international nutrition societies, including ASPEN (USA), ESPEN (Europe), FELANPE (Latin America) and has been a council member of BAPEN (UK), the Nutrition Societies of UK and NZ and was vice-president of the Australasian Society of Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition (AuSPEN). He is a past chairman of the British Pharmaceutical Nutrition Group and remains Editor of the quarterly newsletter ‘Feeding Times’.
Lead Stomal Therapist - Global Clinical Support
Emma is a leading chyme reinfusion specialist with extensive ostomy nursing experience across Australasia and the Middle East. Emma has over 10 years of nursing experience in surgery and wound care, having completed her training in stomal therapy at the Lyell McEwin Hospital in Adelaide, Australia. Emma has supported more than 100 patients using The Insides System and delivers exceptional clinical support around managing the patient’s enterostomy/fistula and providing pouching advice.
Quality, Regulatory & Sustainability Manager
Tina has 26 years regulatory and quality experience with leading healthcare companies including Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, Arjo, and Adherium.
Regional Sales Manager - Oceania
William has a background in human physiology and science enterprise. His experience in technology transfer and commercialisation of a portfolio of different medical technologies enables him to be fully involved in the sales and marketing activities for The Insides Company's breakthrough medical technologies.
Medical Advisor
Celia is a doctor working at Whangarei Hospital and a Research Fellow at the University of Auckland. She holds a PhD in Surgery and has led multiple international studies investigating gut function after surgery. Her research interests include co-design and patient outcomes research, particularly in the field of gastrointestinal surgery and recovery.
This role encompasses the design, development, management, and on-going support of medical devices introduced to the market by The Insides Company.
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