VIC Tech, a venture studio building life science companies from university and federal lab innovations, announced today the appointment of Virender “VK” Sharma, MD, to its Strategic Advisory Board (SAB). A recognized leader in gastroenterology and medical innovation, Dr. Sharma brings more than 25 years of experience in academic medicine, entrepreneurship, and medical device development.
A former Professor of Medicine and Vice Chair of Gastroenterology Research at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Dr. Sharma has authored over 300 peer-reviewed publications and holds more than 100 issued patents. He has co-founded multiple MedTech startups that have collectively secured more than $130 million in venture funding. His work spans endoscopy, cardiovascular care, and women’s health fields, where he has helped develop and commercialize breakthrough technologies.
Dr. Sharma is well known for his success navigating complex regulatory and reimbursement pathways, including FDA 510(k), PMA, and Breakthrough Device submissions, CE Mark approvals, and CPT code applications. His ability to translate novel clinical insights into market-ready solutions has consistently delivered value to patients, providers, and investors.
“We are thrilled to welcome VK to our Strategic Advisory Board,” said Calvin Goforth, PhD, CEO of VIC Tech. “His deep clinical expertise, proven entrepreneurial track record, and command of regulatory strategy will be invaluable to our portfolio companies as they scale from concept to commercialization.”
At VIC Tech, Dr. Sharma will lend his insight to help guide early-stage companies through critical inflection points in development, ensuring a focus on safety, efficacy, and unmet clinical need. His patient-centered mindset aligns closely with VIC’s mission to bring life-changing innovation to market with both speed and scientific rigor.
About VIC Tech:
VIC's unique investment model sources innovation directly from universities nationwide, offering funding to form new start-up companies and advance these technologies. In addition to the initial capital, VIC provides its portfolio companies with business and scientific resources, including interim management, accounting, marketing, engineering support, and more. For more information, please visit victech.com