EchoNous, a developer of novel ultrasound, has found a way to leverage multiple critical clinical technologies within a single device. The result is KOSMOS, a handheld 3-in-1 device consisting of an ultrasound, electronic stethoscope, and an ECG, all linked via artificial technology.
When COVID-19 was hitting NYC earlier this year, EchoNous was able to use KOSMOS to help diagnose COVID patients and to inform on treatment strategies. We had a lovely chat with Dr. Richard Hoppmann, a key member of EchoNous, Clinical Professor of Internal Medicine at the University of South Carolina, and the Director of the Ultrasound Institute.
Alice Ferng, Medgadget: Can you tell me a bit about yourself and how you got interested in ultrasound technologies that led to your involvement with EchoNous?
Dr. Richard Hoppmann, innovator at EchoNous: I am an internist/rheumatologist by training and have been with University of South Carolina School of Medicine since 1990. My career here has included Directorship of the Division of Rheumatology, Chief of Medical Service at the Dorn VA Hospital, Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine, Associate Dean of Medical Education, Dean of the School of Medicine, and Director of the Ultrasound Institute. Read more…
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