Neonatal Feeding Innovation

Feeding immaturity is
one of the most common challenges in neonatal care.

Hundreds of thousands of infants

each year require clinical interventions to meet their nutritional needs and ensure they thrive.

Medernity develops infant-led feeding technologies designed to support neonatal development, oral feeding progression, and family-centered care.

Our Team

Founded by physicians, our team brings together expertise in clinical medicine, public health, policy, law, and healthcare innovation to create practical, scalable solutions for preterm and medically vulnerable infants across diverse healthcare settings.

Kyle Knuppel, MD

CEO, Co-Founder, Co-Inventor

Alicia Carbaugh, MHS

Chief Operating Officer