Founded by Michael LaFauci to address gaps in medication security, MIDAS Healthcare Solutions develops technology for secure, accountable medication disposal in hospitals. Its MidasVIEW™ system combines video verification, digital records and medication sampling to make drug wasting visible and reviewable, while its Anytime Witness™ feature lets witnesses confirm disposal without being present in real time.
IntelliguardWhat began as a line of safety syringes has grown into Intelliguard, a Columbus, Ohio-based healthcare technology company that develops medication management hardware and software for hospitals and health systems. Its patented Mira Ecosystem uses RFID and data intelligence to trace critical medications from pharmacy through the operating room to the bedside, bringing inventory visibility and accountability into one connected system. Intelliguard also supports implementation with Certified Pharmacy Technicians and clinical experts.COLUMBUS, OH
NeutraNarcDesigned by healthcare professionals for healthcare professionals, NeutraNarc makes ready-to-use drug deactivation systems for safer pharmaceutical disposal. Its plant-based, no-shake formula begins working on contact and is intended to make medications unavailable and non-retrievable while reducing environmental impact. Cincinnati-based founder Joseph M. Mayernik brings more than 35 years in healthcare and waste management, while registered pharmacist Elizabeth Bond leads regulatory compliance, education, and training.CINCINNATI, OH
Element MDSOriginally developed for hospice organizations, Element MDS makes single-use medication-disposal packets for homes and health care facilities. Its plant-based powder mixes with water to turn unused or expired medication into an unusable gel, offering an alternative when take-back events are unavailable.BECKLEY, WV
Innovative Rx SolutionsInnovative Rx Solutions was founded by husband-and-wife team Mike and Kristine Maenza, whose combined 40-plus years in long-term care and intellectual and developmental disabilities shaped the company’s focus on practical medication-management solutions. The USA-owned company serves long-term care, group homes, and inpatient facilities, developing technology that helps care teams manage medication delivery and storage more safely and efficiently. Its Titan system is manufactured in the United States, while the SmartNarc Box is made in New York State.ROCHESTER, NY