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Hexiris: Simpler and Better Solutions for Patients and Ophthalmologists

Dr. Houfar Skehavat and Dr. Nir Shoham-Hazon, both ophthalmologists from Canada, founded Hexiris with a shared mission: to address critical unmet needs in ophthalmology that they witnessed during their humanitarian work. Their vision is to create innovative, accessible, and effective solutions for patients and community ophthalmologists worldwide.

In the accompanying video on the side, you’ll see the profound impact that accessible and appropriate treatment can have on underserved populations—further motivating our commitment to delivering solutions that make a difference.

Hexiris is a medtech company committed to advancing ophthalmic devices that simplify treatments and improve access for patients in need. Our goal is to empower ophthalmologists with tools that are not only effective but also practical in diverse clinical settings.

Currently, Hexiris is developing several groundbreaking devices. One example is our Advanced Technology Device designed for office-based Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgeries (MIGS). This first-of-its-kind innovation has been tested and holds the promise of transforming glaucoma care by making it simpler and more accessible for both patients and practitioners.

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Meet our team

Dr. Houfar Sekhavat, MD

Co-Founder, Chairman and Co-Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Nir Shoham-Hazon, MD

CO-FOUNDER, CO-CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND CHIEF SCIENTIFIC OFFICER

Jean-Philippe Gravel, MBA

Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer

Ken Johannaber

CHIEF PROJECT OFFICER

Chanèle Dumontier, CPA

Chief Financing Officer

Jean Lachapelle, M, Sc

V.P. Operations

Stéphane Lepetit

Director of Engineering

Dr. Houfar Sekhavat, MD

Co-Founder, Chairman and Co-Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Nir Shoham-Hazon, MD

CO-FOUNDER, CO-CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND CHIEF SCIENTIFIC OFFICER

Jean-Philippe Gravel, MBA

Co-founder, COO & Director

Paul Sowyrda

Director Over 25 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry and co-founder of Novellus, Inc

Steven F. Schiffman

Director Recently Retired CFO & Interim President, Devonshire Investments (Fidelity)

Dr. Paul Harasymowycz, MD

An ophthalmologist and glaucoma specialist, serving as Founding Medical Director of the Montreal Glaucoma Institute and Cliniques d'ophtalmologie Bellevue

Dr. Ike Ahmed, MD

An experienced ophthalmologist specializes in both LASIK eye surgery and intraocular lens surgery

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