PhiiT Limited is a healthcare technology company which is currently developing a sports multidisciplinary team (MDT) app. This will provide sports teams with a platform to safely store all player personal, medical and performance data and provide secure communication links throughout sports clubs.
I am a qualified Physiotherapist who has worked in many departments in NHS Lothian including; Medicine of the Elderly, Physio@Home, Neurology inpatients and MSK outpatients. I am also the Head Physiotherapist for the Men’s XV at Watsonians Rugby Club. I have varied experience with many patient groups and have used this experience to develop my company and its initial product, Pitchside Pal.
"The BIZ provides many opportunities to build and grow your company and supports you along your entrepreneurial journey. "
When I was studying Physiotherapy BSc (HONS) at QMU I developed at idea to enhance physiotherapy exercise prescription, but I did not have the confidence or knowledge to start my own business. We had a business module in 4th year, and this provided me with the basics on how to start my own company.
With support from staff, I developed my idea and applied for opportunities such as the BIZ and Converge challenge.
I was introduced to the staff at business gateway who further increased my entrepreneurial skills and supported my learning in the business world. As my idea has become a reality QMU have continued to support me through assistance with research projects and funding opportunities. I have undertaken research projects with 4th year Physiotherapy and Sports Rehabilitation students through their dissertations, providing them with real life projects, and PhiiT with detailed data for the development of the company and product.
