Jackson Medical

Jackson Medical is a medical device company dedicated to enhancing safety within the operating room environment. The company's primary innovation, GloShield, is a specialized, heat-resistant cover for fiber optic light cables used during endoscopic and laparoscopic procedures. This device is designed to mitigate the risk of accidental fires and patient burns caused by the intense heat generated by these cables when they are disconnected from the scope. Founded by a team from Georgia Tech and Emory University, Jackson Medical provides a simple yet effective solution to a significant liability and safety concern in modern surgery. The product is currently commercialized and used in numerous hospitals across the United States to prevent 'never events' related to surgical fires.