CEO OF KELA MEDICAL RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF CANADA'S FUTURE ENTREPRENEURIAL LEADERS
November 2011
CEO and Founder of Kela Medical, Arjun Kumar, has been awarded one of 20 inaugural FuEL Awards representing youth entrepreneurship at it’s best.
Launched in 2011, the FuEL Awards were created to promote entrepreneurship in Canada by identifying forward-thinking role models for youth and illustrating the many benefits of venturing out on one's own. Celebrating Canada's Future Entrepreneurial Leaders, the FuEL Awards honour the achievements and aspirations of entrepreneurs under the age of 30, identify role models for progressive business practices and inspire youth to make entrepreneurship their No. 1 career choice. The FuEL Awards were founded by PROFIT Magazine in partnership with Impact Entrepreneurship Group.
The 20 FuEL Award winners for 2011, were selected through a combination of online voting by the general public and review by a blue-ribbon panel of judges that included some of Canada’s most respected entrepreneurs.
Full coverage of the award will appear in the December/January 2012 issue of PROFIT Magazine and at PROFITguide.com on December 7.
KELA MEDICAL RECIEVES GLOBAL RECOGNITION AT G20 YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR SUMMIT IN NICE, FRANCE
October 2011
This week, Whitby-based entrepreneur, Arjun Kumar, CEO of Kela Medical will be one of 28 Canadian entrepreneurs selected to represent the country at the 2011 G20 Young Entrepreneur Summit in Nice, France.
Just days before the world leaders will convene in Cannes for the G20 Summit, these young business leaders along with entrepreneurs from other G20 member nations, will take the stage to emphasize the vital role played by young entrepreneurs in promoting economic growth and innovation.
Mr. Kumar was selected by the Canadian delegation organizers in recognition of his dynamic entrepreneurial spirit, drive, and passion, and for his role as one of Canada's job creators and innovators with his company, Kela Medical.
As the first smartcard system of its kind, Kela Medical proudly launched its revolutionary pHR card in May 2011, offering patients and healthcare providers with better access to health records while also providing them with the security they demand. The system uses patented technology to provide economical solutions for physicians and patients to create, access, and maintain electronic medical records. It is the first smartcard system of its kind with the capacity to manage medical reports, structured health data, and diagnostic imaging. It will also work with any population-wide Electronic Medical Record system being developed by governments and payors.
"It is an honour to represent Kela Medical and to be recognized at the G20 Young Entrepreneur Summit. I strongly believe that events like this highlight the pivotal role that youth entrepreneurship plays in today's economy," said Mr. Kumar.
Joined by the President of the French Republic, Monsieur Nicolas Sarkozy, and the Minister of Economics, Finance and Industry, Madame Christine Lagarde, Arjun will work to develop recommendations from young entrepreneurs that will be delivered to the G20 leaders on November 3rd, 2011 in Cannes.
KELA MEDICAL OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES THE KELA pHR CARD
May 2011, Product Launch
On Friday May 13th, Kela Medical Inc., launched the pHR card, a revolutionary technology developed to provide individuals and their healthcare providers with better access to individuals' healthcare records while at the same time providing them with the protective security they want and deserve.
The system uses patented technology to provide economical solutions for physicians and patients to create, access, and maintain electronic medical records. It is the first smartcard system of its kind with the capacity to manage medical reports, structured health data, and diagnostic imaging.
"At Kela, we are providing patients with access to their records that will help them better understand any medical condition they are experiencing. This access will provide accurate, reliable and complete insight into their personal health history and put healthcare into their own hands," said Arjun Kumar, CEO of Kela Medical.
In 2000, unnecessary testing, adverse drug reactions and medical errors cost approximately $136 billion and resulted in 241,000 deaths in the USA. With similar numbers in Canada, it is a hard picture to ignore.
"Kela has developed a made-in-Ontario solution for portable health records. The world is moving to card-based medical records, and the pHR Card has the potential to lead that change globally," said The Honourable Glen Murray, Minister of Research and Innovation. "By helping to reduce costs, speed up treatment times and reduce errors, the pHR Card is a shining example of innovation in action. Through partnerships like these, we are improving the lives of Ontarians by supporting the innovation economy of the future."
The pHR card is safe and reliable. All files have has complete encryption, ensuring that confidential information remains secure. The card will be complementary and compatible with any new eHealth initiatives launched by government. With a strong background in the healthcare field and with strong support from the community and government, Kela successfully launched the pHR card on Friday at their corporate offices in Whitby, Ontario.
"Providing high quality access to healthcare is always a top priority. As the need for greater access and increased protection grows, technologies such as the pHR card are a necessary and welcomed innovation to our town. We are pleased Kela Medical has chosen Whitby as the home for their new offices," said Whitby Mayor, Pat Perkins.
"Through collaborative efforts with government agencies, we were able to consistently improve our technology to ensure that we could bring a product that would increase access, allow for consolidation and protect consumers," said Dr Ramesh Zacharias President, "at Kela, we are pleased that we can provide one record for one patient."
The Kela pHR launch was covered by Omni TV as well as CBC Radio Here and Now. Click here to listen.
KELA MEDICAL JOINS FORCES WITH IPSI
February 2011
The Identity, Privacy, and Security Institute has entered a collaborative project with Kela Medical and the Ontario Center of Excellence to ensure the privacy and security measures of the pHR Card is well above par. Click here to learn more about IPSI.
KELA MEDICAL HOSTS GTACC'S EMR SEMINAR
January 2011
On the 5th, Kela Medical Inc., in collaboration with the Greater Toronto Area Community Cardiovascular Specialists Organization (GTACC) hosted a seminar for Cardiologists about EMR conversion. The first of it’s kind, the seminar was attended by over 30 Cardiologists, office administrators, and clinic IT individuals interested in learning more about the options EMR vendors can provide specifically for their specialist practices. The seminar stressed the unique requirements for specialists using EMRs. Practice Solutions, JonokeMed, Nightingale and AbelMed presented product demonstrations and took questions.
Kela Medical and OntarioMD also presented. Kela Medical explained their services for complete EMR conversion assistance, while OntarioMD presented the opportunity to apply for government funding for EMR adoption.
As a result of the seminar, Kela Medical Inc. has been engaged by GTACC to lead a committee that will assist the EMR vendors to create a specialized version of their systems for Cardiologists.
KELA MEDICAL'S TECHNOLOGY ADVISORY BOARD IS FORMED
November 2010, Company Growth
View the complete Technology Board members profiles here.
NEW KELA MEDICAL EXECUTIVE TEAM MEMBER
November 2010, Company Growth
Ravi Narayanan joins Kela Medical as Executive Vice President of Research and Innovation. View his profile here.
KELA MEDICAL AT THE ZOOMER SHOW
October 2010, Event
Kela Medical Inc. attended the 2010 Toronto Zoomer Show as a guest of CARP. The Emergency Protection Cards were given away to existing and new CARP members.
KELA MEDICAL MOVES INTO RYERSON'S DMZ
October 2010, Company Growth
RYERSON'S DMZ INVITES KELA MEDICAL TO JOIN THEIR ORGANIZATION
July 2010, Company Growth
Ryerson University’s Digital Media Zone (DMZ) is a workplace designed for young entrepreneurs, infused with the energy and resources of downtown Toronto. It’s a place where students and alumni come to innovate, collaborate and market their products and services, and where commercial enterprises can turn to for progressive and creative digital solutions. Kela Medical Inc. has been selected as one of the few companies to participate in the DMZ.
KELA MEDICAL SPONSORS THE ST. MICHAEL'S FOUNDATION'S URBAN ANGEL GOLF CLASSIC
July 2010, Sponsorship
Kela Medical Inc. was proud to sponsor and take part in the St. Michael's Foundation's Urban Angel Golf Classic this year. Click here to learn more about the Foundation and the annual event.
KELA MEDICAL SPONSORS THE OMSBF 6TH ANNUAL FUNDRAISING GOLF TOURNAMENT
June 2010, Sponsorship
Annually, the OMA holds the Ontario Medical Studant Bursary Fund Golf tournament to raise funds for their bursary. This year, Kela Medical was proud to not only help sponsor the event but host a booth on the course. To learn more about the OMSBF and the event, click here.
ZOOMER MEDIA ISSUES A PRESS RELEASE FOR THE EMERGENCY PROTECTION CARD
May 2010, Press
KELA MEDICAL TRAVELS TO THE UAE TO MEET WITH THE HEALTH AUTHORITY OF ABU DHABI
May 2010, External Relations
Kela Medical recently traveled to UAE to meet with the Health Authority of Abu Dhabi regarding a portable medical records system for their country.
ZOOMER MEDIA AND KELA MEDICAL LAUNCH THE
EMERGENCY PROTECTION CARD
March 2010, Product Launch
Kela Medical, in collaboration with Zoomer Media launched the Emergency Protection Card this month. The Emergency Protection Card is extremely beneficial for people who have medical conditions, for example allergies, drug interactions, heart conditions and diabetes etc.. It is ideal for people that travel frequently for work or leisure. It has the ability to alert your condition to medical service professionals and provide them with your emergency contact information when they needed them the most. It enables you to take control of your Emergency Care. For more information, please click here.
KELA MEDICAL HOLDS FIRST MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
January 2010, Company Growth
Click here to see all Medical Board member profiles
NEW MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER
January 2010, Company Growth
Dr. Fitchett, an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto and a Staff Cardiologist at St. Michael’s Hospital, joins the Kala Medical Medical Advisory Board. View his profile here.
NEW MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER
December 2009, Company Growth
Dr. Naresh Kumar, practicing in the management of Risk Factors of Coronary Artery Disease, Preventative Cardiology and Cardiac Rehabilitation, approaches Kela Medical to become an advisor. View his profile here.
NEW KELA MEDICAL TEAM MEMBER
November 2009, Company Growth
Daniel Sin joins Kela Medical as Chief Technology Officer. View his profile here.
KELA MEDICAL APPOINTS A PRESIDENT
June 2009, Company Growth
Dr. Ramesh Zacharias joins Kela Medical as President of Kela Medical. View his profile here.
THE NEXT GENERATION OF PATIENT CARE
December 2008, Company Growth
Kela Medical is founded.
