The vaginal speculum is a device used to widen the vaginal walls for cervical access and visualization. Invented in 1869, the current design remains vastly unchanged.
For patients: cold, sharp, pinchy, loud, scary, uncomfortable, painful, triggering, and “a car jack for my vagina.”
For clinicians: frustrating, limiting, inadequate, and “the best we’ve got.”
The Revyn Solution redefines the standard of care for gynecological exams by addressing the key challenges faced by both patients and practitioners.
With an innovative and patient-centered design, Revyn’s patent-pending system is positioned to transform the future of cervical healthcare.
As a direct result of speculum use, 600+ patients said:
– 42% delay or avoid care
– 87% experience physical pain
– 79% experience emotional distress
Despite preventability, cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer globally among people with cervixes and leads to 350,000 deaths annually.
Eliminates sharp edges and temperature shock, and the entire design can be sterilized to reduce waste.
No pinch points or ratcheting sounds for a more comfortable, stress-free patient experience.
Prevents vaginal wall collapse, eliminating the need for practitioner modifications.
Designed for both right- and left-handed practitioners to maximize comfort and precision.
Provide a more customized fit for all anatomies and minimize patient discomfort during exams.
Our design prioritizes patient comfort while increasing their opportunity for positive health outcomes. By listening directly to patients, we have eliminated the top reasons for anxiety and pain to empower patients to take control of their cervical health.
With its intuitive design and sterilizable components, our solution improves workflow efficiency without additional steps or modifications. Its ambidextrous, ergonomic handle allows for precise control, while the integrated light provides better visualization at all angles without extra attachments.
The reusable nature of our solution reduces waste and cuts down on the costs
associated with single-use products, offering long-term savings and a sustainable option for healthcare facilities. By prioritizing patient comfort, our design encourages more patients—both new and returning—to seek necessary preventative care, improving overall patient engagement and outcomes.
With our focus on comfort, efficiency, and sustainability, Revyn addresses the longstanding need for innovation in gynecological tools. Our solution presents a significant opportunity in the rapidly growing FemTech market. The patent-pending design ensures a strong competitive edge and scalability in diverse healthcare environments.
This product is still under development and has not been licensed or approved for sale in any market.
After spending the last 8 years building technical knowledge in biomedical engineering and health sciences, Keeley is turning her passion for improving healthcare outcomes into a reality. Her success as a founder and leader is highlighted by the numerous awards and pitch competition wins that have secured funding for Revyn’s continued growth.
Samantha’s passion for addressing unmet needs and health inequities led her to become a biomedical engineer. She leads product development after having built a comprehensive
set of research, materials engineering, and product optimization skills through her work with the Victoria Hand Project and SETU Technologies.
Currently researching advanced 3D-printing methods for his master’s at the University of Victoria, Joshua leads the technical aspects of the design through all stages. Through his work with Axolotl Biosciences, Joshua also brings 4 years of life-sciences startup
experience to the team.
As a mechanical engineer, Zoe developed her prototyping and mechatronics skills through
her work with Canadian startup, Niricson. With a passion for entrepreneurship that’s been growing since writing her first business plan at 16, Zoe ensures alignment between the technical and operational sides of Revyn.
With her dedication to biomedical engineering and continued education, Devon has completed her certificate in Medical Device Project Management. Devon applies these skills for effective project planning as well as business and regulatory procedures at Revyn.
As an academic researcher turned Venture Capitalist and fellow MedTech entrepreneur (Co- Founder of Arbutus Medical), Dr. Marianne Black supports the team with valuable engineering and entrepreneurial advice.
As a General Practice Physician, Dr. Maraina Smith practices as a family doctor and completes 300+ Pap tests each year. Her perspective as a practitioner is invaluable to the progress of this work.
Madeline is a professional engineer with a proven track record in new product development, medical
device innovation, and quality management systems. She guides Revyn with IP, Project Management and
Regulatory considerations.
As an academic researcher turned innovation catalyst, Jane is equally comfortable discussing high
level strategy as well as getting her hands on building out fine details. She supports the team to
map out actionable plans and connect with crucial resources.
• 2024 Global Student Entrepreneur Awards National Finalist and Innovation Award Recipient
• 2024 The Arena Pitch Competition National Champion – Saint Mary’s University
• 2024 Holloman Health Innovation Challenge Runner Up – University of Washington
• 2024 Terry and Myrna Daniels Entrepreneurship Award
• 2023 & 2024 BioInnovate Pitch Competition Winner – University of Victoria
• 2023 PlanIt Competition Winner – University of Victoria
• 2023 PitchIt Competition Winner – University of Victoria
• 2023 Coast Capital Innovation Centre Entrepreneurs of the Year
• 2023 UVic Engineering Co-op Entrepreneurial Awards