Our Mission

Inovedis is a cutting-edge medical technology company dedicated to offering innovative solutions that contribute both to optimized patient care as well as minimizing the complexity of surgical interventions.

Our FDA cleared SINEFIX™ Rotator Cuff Repair System aims to transform the approach to rotator cuff surgery by addressing not just biomechanical fixation, but the critical role of blood flow in tendon-to-bone healing.

Leadership

As Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Inovedis, Lukas brings over 15 years of experience as an entrepreneur and effective business leader to the organization. Prior to establishing Inovedis in 2019, Lukas founded and was the Managing Director of Prokon LP Engineering, where he built a successful metal processing and contract manufacturing company providing innovative machining technology for various industries. As an entrepreneur, he is always looking for interesting and creative business ideas with a focus on technology and providing high-quality products to fulfill unmet needs in the market.

Stefan Welte, Founder & Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Med. Stefan Welte is a leading board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a focus on sports medicine, joint replacement, and traumatology and is Chief Physician of Orthopedics at ACURA Clinics Albstadt. With over 20 years experience in the operating room as a trauma and orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Med. Welte understands the limits of shoulder surgery and looks for ways to optimize tendon fixation for rotator cuff tears and improve outcomes for doctors and patients.

Abdel Haifawi has served as Chief Operating Officer at Inovedis since 2024, bringing extensive experience and expertise in the medical devices industry, particularly in regulatory and quality management. Before joining Inovedis, Abdel worked in various roles within the medical devices sector, where he honed his skills in ensuring compliance and quality standards. Abdel is a Biomedical Engineer and holds a double master's degree, including a master's in Bioinformatics and an MBA. His academic background and professional experience drive Inovedis' commitment to innovation and excellence in medical device development.

Ronda Kalis Taylor, VP of Marketing and Strategy

Ronda Taylor brings over 20 years of diverse medical device marketing experience and knowledge to the organization. She has a comprehensive understanding of both clinical and commercial success drivers and a successful track record in defining product marketing strategies, increasing product adoption, and building positive brand awareness. Ronda has held leadership roles in product management and strategic marketing at globally recognized companies including Smith & Nephew Endoscopy, Hologic, Covidien, and Haemonetics.

Clint Anglin brings over a decade of leadership experience in orthopedic sales and market development and leads national sales strategy and expansion for Inovedis. Prior to joining Inovedis, Clint drove territory growth, national training programs, and strategic market launches at Arthrex, Ceterix Orthopaedics, and Smith & Nephew, where he served as Director of Sales for Sports Medicine. Clint holds a Master of Science from the University of Arkansas.

Scientific Advisors

Philip Kasten, MD, PhD

Prof. Dr. Kasten is a leading specialist in shoulder orthopedics and trauma surgery based in Tuebingen, Germany. He has additional qualifications in Special Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Rheumatology, Pediatric Orthopedics, Manual Therapy, and Physical Medicine. His training and education were completed at BG Trauma Clinic Tübingen, Hannover Medical School, Heidelberg University Hospital, and Dresden University Hospital. In addition, Prof. Dr. Kasten was the sports orthopedic director of the Olympic training Center, Chemnitz-Dresden from 2008-2014.

Christopher Dougherty, DO

Dr. Dougherty received his board certification from the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and the American Osteopathic Association. He is fellowship trained in Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine and past president of the American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine. Dr. Dougherty is also a member of the Kansas City Royals Physician Team and Official Team Physician for Arkansas Naturals.