Jay Yadav MD

Founder and CEO

Jay Yadav, MD, is the Founder and CEO of MiRus™, a medical device company based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in innovative solutions for complex orthopedic and cardiovascular diseases. He has a distinguished background as an interventional cardiologist and entrepreneur, having founded several successful companies, including CardioMEMS, which was acquired by St. Jude Medical/Abbott, and Angioguard, Inc., acquired by Johnson & Johnson.1 2

Education and Early Career

Dr. Yadav earned his M.D. from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed a fellowship in cardiology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He also underwent residency training at Duke University Medical Center and holds a B.S. in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry from Yale University.1 2

Professional Achievements

MiRus™ (2016 - Present): Focuses on developing advanced medical implants using proprietary alloys like Molybdenum-Rhenium (MoRe), which have garnered over 115 global patents.
CardioMEMS, Inc. (2006 - 2014): Developed wireless sensing technology for managing chronic cardiovascular diseases, recognized as a Class I recommendation by major medical associations.3
Cleveland Clinic Roles: Served as Director of Vascular Intervention and Chairman of Cleveland Clinic Foundation Innovations, contributing significantly to medical device innovation.1 2

Awards and Recognition

Dr. Yadav has received numerous accolades for his contributions to medicine and entrepreneurship, including:

Ellis Island Medal of Honor (2004)
Entrepreneur of the Year Award (2011)
American Heart Association's Top Ten Scientific Advances (2003).1 3

His work has not only advanced medical technology but also aimed to improve patient outcomes globally. Dr. Yadav continues to be actively involved in various professional organizations and initiatives aimed at fostering entrepreneurship in healthcare.2 3