PulseCheck2025 - Lionheart Innovation

LionHeart Innovation presents

PulseCheck Innovation Day 2025

bringing innovation to the bedside, one solution at a time

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About the Event

Hosted by LionHeart Innovation, this event brings together local startups working at the intersection of medicine and technology—companies addressing the practical, often-overlooked problems that clinicians, administrators, and patients face every day.

Whether you're a hospital staff member, a physician with an idea, a startup founder seeking feedback, a VC scouting meaningful solutions, or an engineer curious about the clinical space—this evening is built for you.

Date & Time

September 29, 2025

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Location

1111 Prince of Wales Dr

Ottawa ON K2C 3T2

Free Registration

Event Participants

Join us for an evening of innovation featuring startup booths, live presentations, and expert panel discussions. Connect with healthcare technology companies making real impact in clinical settings.

Presenting Companies

Osler AI

eSensorem

Expert Panelists

Francesco Morphy

Venture Capitalist

Francesco brings over 15 years of experience in healthcare technology and digital transformation. He has led numerous initiatives at the intersection of AI and clinical practice, helping hospitals implement cutting-edge solutions that improve patient outcomes.

Varsha Chaugai

Evoke Health, CEO

Dr. Chaugai is a renowned researcher in medical AI applications, with expertise in machine learning for diagnostic imaging. She has published extensively on the clinical validation of AI tools and their integration into healthcare workflows.

Rudi Asseer

MindStride, CEO

Rudi is a seasoned venture capitalist specializing in healthcare technology investments. He has guided numerous healthtech startups from early stage to successful exits, with a focus on solutions that address real clinical needs.

Exhibiting Companies

MindStride

Evoke Health

Osler AI

NeuraVue

Hero AI

Therapeutic Monitoring Systems

Focus Forward Therapy Group

eSensorem

Pulse AI

Gyata

What to Expect

Startup Booths

Showcasing early-stage technologies built for healthcare settings.

Panel Discussion

Discussion on startup problem-fit, clinical validation, and early adoption.

Networking

Open networking with a cross-section of the local health innovation ecosystem.

Refreshments

Light refreshments available throughout the evening. Cash bar on site.

Who Should Attend

Healthcare Professionals

Physicians, nurses & allied health interested in solutions to common problems.

Hospital Teams

Administrators, procurement leads, & teams looking to improve patient care.

Tech Professionals

Engineers, product managers, and software developers in the health tech space.

Investors & Entrepreneurs

VCs, angel investors, and entrepreneurs interested in the health tech space.

Why Attend

See Emerging Innovation

See what's emerging from Canada's clinical innovation pipeline.

Exchange Ideas

Exchange ideas with others working across the care-to-code gap.

Meet Collaborators

Meet potential collaborators, pilot partners, and early users.

Support Local Founders

Support local founders building tools that matter.

Relive PulseCheck 2024

Watch highlights from last year's successful innovation showcase