StarFish Medical – Canada’s leading medical device design service provider, shaping tomorrow's healthcare with cutting-edge solutions

StarFish Medical is a dedicated partner in the rapidly changing world of medical device and life science solutions, providing award-winning design, development, and flexible manufacturing outsourcing services. They work only in the medical industry, collaborating with innovative companies to create breakthrough solutions in a variety of disciplines such as Cardiovascular, Digital Health, IVD, and more. StarFish's competence includes electronics, mechanical, human aspects, and software systems engineering.

Their strategy relies on the exclusive Pathfinder™ process, which streamlines medical device product definition and optimizes the route from technology to commercialization. They provide prototypes and low-volume, complicated electro-mechanical production from ISO 13485-certified facilities in Toronto and Victoria, which include cleanroom capabilities.

What distinguishes StarFish is not just their technical expertise, but also their adherence to regulatory and quality requirements. Their staff of advisors is crucial for FDA and Health Canada filings, negotiating complexities such as IEC 60601 and ISO13485. In essence, StarFish Medical simplifies the complex, allowing for seamless innovation in the field of medical development.

Bio Services: Nurturing Innovation in Biomedical Solutions

StarFish Bio Services thrives on a comprehensive process that seamlessly guides clients through the intricate journey of developing cutting-edge biomedical solutions. StarFish Bio Services excels in product definition, offering turnkey development services or focused expertise on critical subsystems.

The expertise of StarFish Bio Services extends to diverse areas, from handheld diagnostic tools to highly automated lab equipment. Their adept team collaborates on developing autonomous sampling and assay technologies for infectious disease diagnostics. With a dedicated team of engineers, physicists, industrial designers, regulatory experts, and manufacturing specialists, StarFish Bio Services ensures a holistic approach to product development, fostering optimal outcomes for clients.

Quality is a cornerstone of StarFish Bio Services' approach. The experienced professionals at the company meticulously ensure the highest standards at every phase of product development, guaranteeing excellence in the final output. Navigating the complex landscape of regulations is made simpler with StarFish Bio Services. Their regulatory support ensures that clients' biomedical solutions meet stringent standards, including those related to infectious disease diagnostics.

From concept to reality, StarFish Bio Services operates in ISO 13485-certified facilities, providing manufacturing services that uphold the highest standards of quality and precision. Even beyond the initial development phase, StarFish Bio Services remains a committed partner. Sustaining engineering services ensure that biomedical solutions continue to meet evolving needs and standards, ensuring longevity and relevance.

StarFish Bio Services specializes in three core areas that redefine the landscape of biomedical solutions: Microfluidics, Regenerative Medicine, and Microbiology. StarFish Bio Services offers a spectrum of formats, including ingestible solutions, point-of-care devices, and microfluidics. The experienced team ensures that quality is embedded in every facet of the product development process, making StarFish Bio Services a trusted partner in advancing biomedical innovations.

Technology Development Excellence at StarFish Medical

When it comes to biomedical innovation, StarFish Medical's prowess shines brightly, particularly in the critical stage of technology development and medical device design. Their multidisciplinary approach encompasses medical device software development, usability considerations, and more.

During the medical device design phase, StarFish Medical excels in implementing key innovations that not only enhance the product but also lay the foundation for future intellectual property platforms, ultimately contributing to sales growth. StarFish Medical believes that even within constraints, a few key innovations can significantly elevate a product. These innovations serve as a catalyst for creating new intellectual property avenues, fostering growth and innovation for clients.

Beyond design, StarFish Medical extends its expertise to medical device contract manufacturing and a spectrum of other services. Clients can explore a comprehensive range of solutions tailored to their specific needs. StarFish Medical's strength lies in its multidisciplinary approach. Beginning with a deep understanding of the underlying technology, they assemble a design engineering team comprising professionals with expertise in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, software development, biomedical engineering, industrial design, FDA guidelines, and medical engineering physics.

This dedicated team becomes an integral part of the client's organization, collaboratively evaluating technical challenges, engaging with experts, and learning from prospective users. The collective expertise enables thorough consideration, evaluation, and proposition of viable technology solutions. StarFish Medical actively seeks new intellectual property opportunities for their clients. They not only assist in identifying novel ideas but also play a crucial role in IP protection and the process of obtaining medical device patents.

The depth of StarFish Medical's engineering physics capability allows them to delve into and solve intricate problems, addressing challenges that go beyond the surface and contributing to the success of each project. StarFish Medical's commitment to excellence in technology development, combined with a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach, positions them as a reliable partner for clients seeking innovative solutions in the complex landscape of medical device design and development.

Scott Phillips | Founder & CEO

Scott holds a degree in Engineering Physics from the University of British Columbia. Prior to starting StarFish, he worked in diverse areas such as lithium battery development and manufacturing, UV spectroscopy instrumentation and hi-fi audio speakers. Under his leadership StarFish has grown into a diverse professional organization with clients around the world and 100% focus on medical devices. Scott is a past Chair and current member of the LifeSciences British Columbia board, member of the 2022 VIATEC Board of Directors, Fellow of The Canadian Academy of Engineering, winner of the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2017 Pacific Awards Technology category, 2017 recipient of the VIATEC Technology Champion award, and volunteers with Junior Achievement, Entrepreneurs Organization, and University of British Columbia.

“StarFish Medical is a premier medical device design, development and contract manufacturing company. We help medtech innovators throughout North America overcome challenging technology obstacles to create breakthrough products that improve health and save lives.”