Bluegrass Biodesign
A Novel Endotracheal Tube to Reduce Rates of Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia
As part of the inagural cohort for the Bluegrass Biodesign program at University of Louisville, I worked with a team of medical students and engineering students in the development of an innovative endotracheal tube (ETT) designed to reduce rates of ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) in mechanically ventilated patients. The project focused on minimizing bacterial colonization and microaspiration through a multifaceted approach. Our novel design aimed to address critical clinical needs while improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs.
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Worked closely with engineers, clinicians, and researchers to integrate medical and engineering principles into a practical design.
Demonstrated advanced problem-solving
Applied clinical insights and evidence-based research to address the complex challenges of biofilm formation and infection prevention.
Communicated effectively
Delivered presentations to stakeholders and faculty mentors, highlighting the project’s innovation and potential impact.
Engaged in market analysis
Researched market viability and cost savings, presenting data to support the feasibility of our solution.
