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Liberate Medical

Crestwood, US · Founded 2016 · Delaware corporation · 5 known investors

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Liberate Medical develops VentFree, a non-invasive respiratory muscle stimulator that uses neuromuscular electrical stimulation to contract abdominal wall muscles in synchrony with exhalation in mechanically ventilated patients. The device is intended to reduce respiratory muscle atrophy and potentially shorten the duration of mechanical ventilation and ICU stays for critical care patients.

BiotechHealthtechMedical Devices

Founders & leadership

Liberate Medical was founded in 2016 by Angus McLachlan.

AM
Angus McLachlanFounder

Board

AOAndrew Offer
Andrew OfferinMember Board of DirectorsCEO at Scientific Health Development
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Cedric FrancoisBoard director
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John LandryBoard director
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John MooreBoard director
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Rod WolfordBoard directorGeneral Partner at Bluegrass Angel Venture
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Jennifer LandisBoard director

Investors · 5

Bluegrass Angel VentureLexington
Houston Angel NetworkHouston
Keyhorse CapitalLexington
PEGASUS CAPITALStamford
Scientific Health DevelopmentDallas · $2M

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$5.9M disclosed across 3 of 6 rounds · 2016–2025

▶$4.5MraisedSep 2025 · 22 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Cedric FrancoisDirector
  • Angus McLachlanExecutive Officer, Director
  • John LandryDirector
  • John MooreDirector
  • Rod WolfordDirector
  • Jennifer LandisDirector
  • Andrew OfferDirector
Offering amount
$5M
Amount sold
$4.5M
First sale
Aug 2025
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$835KraisedApr 2019 · 11 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • John MooreDirector
  • Cedric FrancoisDirector
  • Angus J McLachlanExecutive Officer, Director
  • Rod WolfordDirector
Offering amount
$1.5M
Amount sold
$835K
First sale
Mar 2019
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2016
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$650KraisedDec 2016 · 5 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Angus J. McLachlanExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Alec MachielsDirector
  • Cedric FrancoisDirector
  • Rob WolfordDirector
Offering amount
$1M
Amount sold
$650K
Minimum investment
$100K
First sale
Sep 2016
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2016
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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In the news

Liberate Medical starts neuromuscular stimulator trial with $6.5m grantfinance.yahoo.com · May 2024Liberate Medical Breakthrough: $6.5m Grant Enrolls Patients in Global Studyclinicaltrialvanguard.com · May 2024Liberate Medical Announces PREVENT Study with $6.5M Grant Funding from the US DoD – Enrolls First Patients Globally — Liberate Medicalliberatemedical.com · Apr 2024Liberate Medical raises $6.2 million, looks toward FDA clearance - Louisville Business Firstbizjournals.com · Jul 2023Liberate Medical Secures $6.2M in Series B Financing — Liberate Medicalliberatemedical.com · Jul 2023

Frequently asked questions

What does Liberate Medical do?
Liberate Medical develops VentFree, a non-invasive respiratory muscle stimulator that uses neuromuscular electrical stimulation to contract abdominal wall muscles in synchrony with exhalation in mechanically ventilated patients. The device is intended to reduce respiratory muscle atrophy and potentially shorten the duration of mechanical ventilation and ICU stays for critical care patients.
Who founded Liberate Medical?
Liberate Medical was founded by Angus McLachlan in 2016.
Who are Liberate Medical's investors?
Liberate Medical's investors include Bluegrass Angel Venture, Houston Angel Network, Keyhorse Capital, PEGASUS CAPITAL, Scientific Health Development.
How much funding has Liberate Medical raised?
Liberate Medical has disclosed $5.9M raised across 3 of its 6 known rounds.
Where is Liberate Medical headquartered?
Liberate Medical is headquartered in Crestwood, US.