Rheam Medical is a medical device startup developing next-generation tools to make minimally invasive surgery safer, smarter, and more predictable. Its flagship technology, the Robotic Trocar Insertion Platform (R-TIP), introduces real-time pressure sensing and controlled insertion to eliminate the guesswork of traditional “blind” abdominal access.
The company’s innovations stem from proprietary pressure-sensing and control algorithms that translate biomechanical tissue feedback into actionable data for surgeons and future robotic systems. By enabling objective detection of peritoneal entry, R-TIP aims to prevent common complications such as preperitoneal insufflation, visceral injury, and trocar misplacement.
Founded by Riley Reynolds, Rheam Medical combines expertise in surgical robotics, biomechanical sensing, and medical device development. Rheam Medical’s mission is to advance surgical access through measurable, feedback-driven technology to improve outcomes for patients and simplify procedures for surgeons worldwide.