Vapotherm Inc., founded in 1999 by Bill Niland and Jun Cortez in Stevensville, Maryland, is a publicly held medical device manufacturer headquartered in Exeter, New Hampshire. The company's core mission is to innovate non-invasive respiratory support technologies, focusing on heated and humidified high flow therapy systems. Vapotherm's flagship product is a high-velocity therapy device that provides mask-free respiratory support, addressing the needs of patients with undifferentiated respiratory distress. The company targets healthcare providers and facilities that require advanced respiratory care solutions.
Notable affiliated individuals include founders Bill Niland and Jun Cortez. Vapotherm has achieved significant milestones, including being traded on the NYSE under the ticker VAPO and later on OTCQX. The company's high-velocity therapy has been widely adopted in medical settings, offering a safer and more comfortable alternative to traditional mask-based oxygen therapies. Vapotherm's innovations have had a substantial impact on improving patient outcomes and advancing respiratory care technology.