BELLEFONTE, Pa. - Dec. 17, 2024 - PRLog -- Actuated Medical is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. I. Emre Gorgun, M.D., MBA, FACS, FASCRS, to its Medical Advisory Board. Dr. Gorgun, a seasoned colorectal surgeon with over 28 years of experience, serves as Vice Chair of the Department of Colorectal Surgery at Cleveland Clinic. He also holds the esteemed Krause-Liederman Chair in Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery and is the Director of the Endoluminal Surgery Center, Lower GI. His passion for advancing surgical innovation, along with his extensive experience in clinical practice and education, makes him a valuable addition to Actuated Medical's Medical Advisory Board. He is also leading the first in man study on Actuated Medical's GripTract endoscopic tissue manipulator at Cleveland Clinic.

"We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Gorgun to our Advisory Board. His extensive expertise in advanced endoscopic techniques and unwavering dedication to improving patient outcomes align seamlessly with Actuated Medical's mission to drive innovation in healthcare. We are confident that his strategic insights will be instrumental in shaping our initiatives and accelerating our growth as we continue to transform patient care."

— Maureen L. Mulvihill, Ph.D., Actuated Medical President & CEO

"I am honored to join the Advisory Board of Actuated Medical. Maureen and her team are pioneering transformative healthcare solutions that are redefining patient care. I look forward to leveraging my expertise to support their vision and collaborate on strategies that will accelerate innovation and shape the future of healthcare."

— I. Emre Gorgun, M.D., MBA, FACS, FASCRS

Board-certified in both Colon and Rectal Surgery and Surgery, Dr. Gorgun joined Cleveland Clinic's Department of Colorectal Surgery in 2011. He has authored numerous publications and presented at various conferences, emphasizing his expertise in laparoscopic and endoluminal procedures. His clinical experience and commitment to advancing surgical practices will be key in guiding Actuated Medical's strategic initiatives and enhancing its mission to improve patient outcomes.

About Actuated Medical, Inc.

Actuated Medical is a medical technology innovator that is pioneering motion-based solutions to address critical, unmet clinical needs in gastroenterology and neurology. With an unwavering focus on innovation, safety, and superior quality, the Actuated team is committed to delivering transformative products that empower healthcare professionals to achieve greater precision, enhance efficiency, and drive better patient outcomes while reducing healthcare costs. The company's technologies are backed by a strategic path to commercialization with multiple exit opportunities, supported by invaluable feedback from industry leaders. Actuated holds 42 issued U.S. and international patents, 8 FDA 510(k) clearances, 5 Investigational Device Exemptions (IDEs), 33 pre-submissions, and has completed or is conducting 8 clinical studies. Honored with two Small Business Administration (SBA) Tibbetts Awards for SBIR commercialization excellence (2014 & 2020), Actuated operates out of a state-of-the-art 20,000 sq. ft. facility in central Pennsylvania, certified with ISO 13485 and as a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), reflecting its steadfast commitment to quality and innovation. actuatedmedical.com

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