Proposed Solution

 

The AUSCULTAID solution simultaneously records sounds across the entire lung and provides analysis in an intuitive user interface. We offer doctors a quantitative measure of sound intensity, as well as a color-coded classification of the sounds as normal or adventitious. All of the lobes can be covered in a single breath, and the intensity values can be used for accurate comparison between different regions. The device is made of disposable diaphragms and reusable microphones and ensures that every patient gets a comprehensive exam. 

 

Given the problems with the traditional approach to auscultation of the lung, we envision several key benefits arising from our solution. Our initial target market is the outpatient setting of high-volume hospitals, where our device would reduce the amount of unnecessary testing and treatment. This would allow doctors to spend more time with patients who are actually sick. We believe future versions of our device could also be tailored to make a powerful impact in two other clinical environments: the emergency room and the intensive care unit. 

 

The following pages will take you through our engineering design process, our plans for integrating this solution into the current cycle of care, reimbursement, and regulatory landscape, and finally our projected next steps.