Marie Verougstraete
Founder
NextGenics
NextGenics provides an online tool that translates complex medical reports into easily understandable explanations for patients and caregivers. This technology decodes medical jargon, enabling users to comprehend their health documentation clearly. The platform empowers individuals to make more informed decisions regarding their personal healthcare management.
- Artificial Intelligence
- Digital Health
- Software Only
Updated 7 months ago
Funding
Raised to date
$120KRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Funding rounds are not available yet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Patients often struggle to understand complex medical terminology used in their medical reports, leading to confusion and a lack of engagement in their own healthcare. This can result in patients not fully understanding their conditions, treatments, or follow-up care instructions.
Solution
ExplainMed is an online platform that leverages artificial intelligence to translate medical reports into easily understandable language for patients and caregivers. By scanning and processing medical documents, ExplainMed provides concise explanations of medical terms and concepts, empowering users to make informed decisions about their health. The platform utilizes advanced language models and a user-friendly web interface to deliver a reliable, secure, and accurate translation of medical information. ExplainMed aims to bridge the communication gap between healthcare providers and patients, fostering better understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes patients, particularly those with heart conditions, and their caregivers who need help understanding medical reports and making informed healthcare decisions.
Features
- AI-powered translation of medical jargon into plain language
- Document scanning and uploading capability
- User-friendly web application for easy access and navigation
- Focus on providing reliable, safe, and accurate information
- Initially focused on Dutch-language reports related to heart conditions, with plans to expand to other languages and medical domains
- Integration with a database of medically validated explanations
- Links to trusted websites for additional information