Karten Design

Karten Design is a privately held product design and innovation consultancy focused on medical devices, medtech, and digital health solutions. Founded in 1984 and based in the Los Angeles/Marina del Rey area, the firm provides design strategy, user research, industrial design, mechanical engineering, digital design, and branding services rather than developing its own therapeutic drug pipeline. Its work spans neuromodulation, telemedicine, hearing health, orthopedic diagnostics, respiratory care, pain management, and other healthcare product categories. Karten Design is best understood as a healthcare-focused design and development partner for medtech companies, digital health ventures, and academic technology-transfer groups. The company emphasizes user-centered design and ecosystem research to improve product adoption, usability, and commercial outcomes.