Centauri Medical

Leaf Healthcare, originally founded as Centauri Medical, is a medical technology company that developed the first wireless patient monitoring system designed to automate and document patient turning protocols to prevent hospital-acquired pressure ulcers (HAPUs). The company's flagship product, the Leaf Patient Monitoring System, utilizes a small, wearable sensor to track patient position and movement, providing real-time alerts to caregivers when repositioning is required. This data-driven approach ensures compliance with mobility protocols and has been clinically shown to significantly reduce the incidence of pressure injuries in clinical settings. In 2019, the company was acquired by Smith & Nephew to bolster its global wound management and digital health portfolio.