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Wearable Revolution: Medtronic and Corsano Health Join Forces to Transform Patient Monitoring

  • Writer: Robert Bilkovski, MD
    Robert Bilkovski, MD
  • May 27, 2025
  • 2 min read

In an exciting development for the health tech landscape, global healthcare technology leader Medtronic has announced a strategic partnership with Corsano Health B.V., a pioneering MedTech company specializing in advanced real-time remote patient monitoring solutions. This collaboration sees Medtronic becoming the exclusive distributor of Corsano Health's innovative multi-parameter wearable in Western Europe, specifically for hospital and hospital-at-home use.


Cardiac monitor displaying vital signs, including heart rate and oxygen saturation levels, used for continuous patient monitoring.
Cardiac monitor displaying vital signs, including heart rate and oxygen saturation levels, used for continuous patient monitoring.

This agreement is a significant step forward in bringing continuous, real-time vital sign monitoring to a wider patient population. The Corsano™ multi-parameter wearable is a state-of-the-art, medically-certified device designed to continuously monitor a comprehensive range of vital signs, including heart rate, breathing rate, SpO2, cuffless non-invasive blood pressure, and ECG. This rich, real-time data empowers clinicians with critical insights, enabling proactive care and earlier intervention.



Why is this partnership so impactful?

Traditionally, patient vital signs are checked intermittently, leaving significant gaps in monitoring. Studies have shown that continuous monitoring can drastically reduce unplanned critical care readmissions and help detect complications sooner. The Corsano™ wearable addresses this critical gap, providing uninterrupted visibility into a patient's health status, whether they are recovering in a hospital bed or at home.


For Medtronic, this partnership significantly enhances their Acute Care & Monitoring portfolio. It aligns perfectly with their mission to deliver innovative solutions that optimize resource utilization and improve patient management across the continuum of care. By offering a scalable, future-ready solution, Medtronic is helping hospitals modernize their care delivery and maximize monitoring functionality.


Corsano Health's CEO, Peter Stas, emphasized that their mission is to "transform healthcare by delivering actionable insights that enhance patient outcomes—seamlessly, from hospital to home." This collaboration with Medtronic provides a powerful platform to achieve that goal, empowering clinicians with advanced remote monitoring capabilities that simplify workflows and enable proactive care.


Beyond its immediate benefits, the Corsano™ solution also offers unrestricted access to raw data, paving the way for further AI development and the integration of cutting-edge technology into medical devices. This forward-thinking approach underscores the commitment of both companies to pushing the boundaries of patient care.

The Medtronic-Corsano Health partnership is more than just a distribution deal; it's a testament to the evolving landscape of healthcare, where technology is increasingly enabling more connected, proactive, and patient-centric care models. As wearable technology becomes more sophisticated and integrated into clinical workflows, we can expect to see a significant transformation in how patient health is monitored and managed, ultimately leading to improved outcomes and a more efficient healthcare system.



 
 
 

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