DRG Innovation

DRG Innovation

Expert Consulting in Biomedical Engineering and Innovation Ecosystem Development

At DRG Innovation, we specialize in advancing biomedical engineering breakthroughs and fostering innovation ecosystems that drive lasting impact. Led by Dr. Gabriel Gruionu—an accomplished biomedical engineer, inventor, and academic innovation leader—our consultancy works at the intersection of research, commercialization, and ecosystem growth. With over 20 years of experience at Harvard Medical School, Indiana University School of Medicine, and in the medical device industry, we combine technical, strategic, and regulatory expertise with network-building capabilities to move innovations from the lab to the clinic while strengthening the environments that sustain them.

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Tailored Solutions for Translational Success and Ecosystem Growth

We partner with universities, startups, healthcare systems, and industry leaders to:

  • Design and engineer breakthrough biomedical devices â€“ from rapid-infusion catheters to advanced cardiovascular, imaging, and AI-driven technologies.
  • Advance innovations through commercialization pathways â€“ including IP strategy, licensing, and strategic industry collaborations.
  • Strengthen innovation ecosystems â€“ by connecting stakeholders, building capacity, and creating sustainable infrastructure for long-term impact.
  • Support funding and regulatory success â€“ including SBIR/STTR submissions, FDA and CE approval strategies, and market readiness planning.
  • Facilitate cross-disciplinary collaboration between engineers, clinicians, researchers, and business teams to accelerate adoption and scale.

What Sets Us Apart

DRG Innovation
DRG Innovation

Proven Track Record in Biomedical Engineering

Multiple patents, licensed technologies, and successful academic–industry partnerships spanning cardiovascular, trauma, imaging, and AI-driven healthcare solutions.

DRG Innovation
DRG Innovation

Ecosystem Builder

Experience creating and strengthening innovation networks that connect researchers, clinicians, investors, and industry for long-term success.

DRG Innovation
DRG Innovation

Cross-Disciplinary Expertise

Engineering, clinical research, regulatory strategy, and commercialization, with a deep understanding of both technical and market challenges.

DRG Innovation
DRG Innovation

Hands-On Execution

We don’t just advise—we embed with teams to design, prototype, test, and guide innovations through to adoption.

DRG Innovation
DRG Innovation

Global Perspective

Proven results in the U.S., European Union, and emerging markets, with a network of strategic partners worldwide.

Sample Impact Areas

  • Biomedical Engineering & Device Development â€“ Design, prototyping, and integration of medical technologies ranging from cardiovascular and trauma devices to AI-enhanced imaging systems.
  • Innovation Ecosystem Development â€“ Building networks, partnerships, and infrastructure that enable researchers, startups, and industry to collaborate, scale, and sustain innovation.
  • Academic Innovation Management â€“ Helping universities identify high-potential IP, secure funding, and establish commercialization pathways that align with institutional strengths.
  • Elderly Care Technology Solutions â€“ Developing tech-enabled platforms that combine sensors, telehealth, and AI to support aging in place while strengthening the care ecosystem.
  • AI & Imaging Innovation â€“ Creating advanced multi-modal imaging tools and AI-powered analytics for early disease detection, intervention planning, and clinical decision support.
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Your Partner in Biomedical Engineering and Innovation Ecosystem Growth

The journey from concept to clinical adoption requires more than technical expertise—it demands an ecosystem that can support, sustain, and scale innovation. At DRG Innovation, we combine deep biomedical engineering experience with proven ecosystem-building strategies to ensure your ideas not only reach the market but thrive there.

Whether you are an academic researcher ready to explore commercialization, a startup developing your first prototype, or an industry leader seeking new technologies and partnerships, we bring the expertise, network, and hands-on execution to turn vision into real-world impact.

📩 Contact: contact@drginnovation.com

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