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The MindsEye Expandable Brain Access Port features a small 6 mm insertion diameter and a large working channel for cranial procedures.

A BREAKTHROUGH DEVICE FOR THE TREATMENT OF ASAH NeurapheresisCSF ManagementSystem When blood enters the brain’s protective fluid, time matters. Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is the clear fluid that circulates around the brain and spinal cord, helping cushion these structures, deliver essential nutrients, and remove metabolic waste. Aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH) is bleeding from a ruptured brain […]

Duke University Medical Center research (2017) examined multidrug-resistant gram-negative pathogens causing bacterial meningitis in high-risk patients.

Syed M. Adil and colleagues presented at the 2019 American Association of Neurological Surgeons conference in San Diego.

The study in *Translational Stroke Research* (2019) quantified healthcare resource use linked to hydrocephalus after aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage.

Fast Track Small Business Innovation Research Funding Accelerates Minnetronix’s Platform Strategy to Bring Adaptable Technology and Market-Ready Products to Customers

Medical technology company expands on 25 years of experience with new portfolio of neuro devices, including expandable port for deep brain access.

Minnetronix Medical’s first product -- conceptualized, developed, FDA-cleared, and manufactured internally -- is now fully commercialized and available to the neurosurgery market. The only expandable brain access port on the market, the MindsEye expandable port is the result of Minnetronix using its 25 years of experience as a med device partner to identify unmet needs in the neuro market and create its own market-ready products for sale and distribution. Mizuho America has signed on to distrib

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Dr. Aaron McCabe leads medical device R&D, with 20+ years in neurosurgical and cardiovascular product development.

Amaza Reitmeier serves as CEO and Board Director at Pharaoh Neuro, focusing on neurocritical care innovation with over 20 years of medical device leadership.

Blake Hedstrom leads commercial strategy for Pharaoh Neuro’s MindsEye Expandable Port, bringing experience in clinical operations and medical device commercialization.

Back to Leadership Dr. Nandan Lad Chief Medical Officer & Co-Founder Overview Dr. Nandan Lad is a neurosurgeon, scientist, and serial entrepreneur focused on neuromodulation and neurorestoration. He serves as Professor and Vice Chair of Innovation for Duke Neurosurgery, where he directs the Functional & Restorative Neuromodulation Program and the Duke NeuroInnovations Program. As co-inventor […]

Pharaoh Neuro’s executive team advances cerebrospinal fluid management through innovation and expertise.

Investors Founders Rich Nazarian Founder, Investor, & Director in Pharaoh Founder and former CEO of Minnetronix Medical, with a track record of leading the development of 100+ medical technology products. Three-time medtech board member with deep experience in scaling innovation, guiding teams, and shaping strategic growth. Mark Wagner Founder, Investor, & Director in Pharaoh Serial […]

Pharaoh Neuro develops neurocritical care technologies, including the MindsEye Expandable Port, to improve patient outcomes.