InnerOptic is a University of North Carolina spin-off with the mission to commercialize groundbreaking research in medical 3D visualization.

Who We Are

With a bold vision that “Interventions are Simpler, Safer and More Precise with 3D Visualization,” InnerOptic is improving image-guided procedures with its patented 3D image-guidance software. InnerOptic's innovative InnerAIM™ software is a “GPS” for minimally invasive interventions, providing an intuitive 3D stereoscopic interface that improves a physician's ability to accurately perform complex image-guided procedures using intra-operative ultrasound.

Incorporated in 2003, InnerOptic Technology was launched to commercialize breakthrough medical visualization technology developed at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. InnerOptic has an exclusive license to UNC's patents in minimally invasive surgery, medical visualization and image-guided surgery. With grants from the NSF and the NIH, InnerOptic has extended this technology with its own patented innovations. Located near Research Triangle Park, NC, InnerOptic has close relationships with industry pioneers from research teams at UNC and CMC, and access to their state-of-the-art medical facilities.

InnerOptic develops real-time visualization systems for use in minimally-invasive surgical procedures, leveraging our expertise in:

• Laparoscopy and laparoscopic ultrasound;
  
• Image-guided surgery;
  
• Medical visualization;
  
• Real-time tracking and spatial coordination;
  
• 3D visualization; and
  
• Human perception, factors and computer interaction

InnerOptic has adapted this breakthrough research into a flexible technology foundation to support a wide variety of products improving image-guided procedures.