Ryan James
Ryan James is the co-founder and CEO of Dopl Technologies, an AI and robotics software platform for telerobotic and autonomous care delivery. He previously held engineering roles at Microsoft, Nvidia, Ford Motor Company, and Intel, and has expertise in MedTech innovation and software development.
Dopl Technologies raises $6.3M seed to pursue FDA clearance for Traverse remote robotic ultrasound platform
Bothell-based Dopl Technologies raised $6.3 million in seed funding from over a dozen investors to advance FDA clearance for its remote robotic ultrasound platform, including the Traverse scanner, Dopl Connect data platform and SonoFlex workflow solution. The company says the system enables sonographers to perform diagnostic ultrasounds remotely using existing hospital infrastructure, aiming to address workforce shortages and improve imaging access in rural and underserved areas.
Dopl Technologies closes $6.3M seed round led by SpringTide Ventures, total funding tops $8M to push telerobotic ultrasound toward FDA clearance
Dopl Technologies closed a $6.3 million seed round led by SpringTide Ventures, bringing total funding to over $8 million to advance its proprietary telerobotic ultrasound toward FDA clearance, funding product development, clinical evaluation, and pilot deployments.
Dopl Technologies Raises $6.3M Seed to Advance Robotic Ultrasound Platform
Dopl Technologies, a Bothell, Washington medical technology company building a robotic ultrasound platform, raised $6.3 million in a Seed funding round.
Dopl Technologies’ CEO Ryan James announces $6.3M seed to build Traverse remote robotic ultrasound, with plans to expand to minimally invasive robotics
Dopl Technologies, led by CEO Ryan James, is building Traverse, a remote robotic ultrasound platform to let sonographers perform imaging from afar, and plans to later pursue minimally invasive robotic applications; the startup recently closed a $6.3 million seed round.
Dopl Technologies raises $6.3M seed to advance remote robotic ultrasound, plans FDA submission in 2027
Dopl Technologies, a Bothell, Washington startup developing a remote robotic ultrasound platform, raised $6.3 million in a seed round (more than $8 million total raised) to advance its device and regulatory work. The company, founded by CEO Ryan James with Dr. Steve Seslar and Dr. Wayne Monsky, plans an FDA submission in 2027 and says the technology could expand access to diagnostic ultrasound for millions.
Dopl Technologies raises $6.3M (total >$8M) to pursue FDA clearance for remote robotic ultrasound system
Dopl Technologies raised $6.3 million (bringing total funding to over $8 million) to develop and commercialize a remotely operated robotic ultrasound system that pairs off-the-shelf probes with commercial robots and supports remote sonographers via haptic feedback and video. The Bothell, Wash. startup is pursuing FDA clearance and conducting clinical evaluations to target rural and underserved communities.
Dopl Technologies raises $6.3M seed round led by SpringTide Ventures, total funding tops $8M to push robotic ultrasound toward FDA clearance
Dopl Technologies closed a $6.3 million seed round led by SpringTide Ventures, bringing total funding to over $8 million to advance its remote robotic ultrasound platform toward FDA clearance. The funds will support product development, clinical evaluation, regulatory submission, and initial pilot deployments of its Traverse, Dopl Connect, and SonoFlex offerings.
2026 GeekWire Awards Celebrate Innovation with Luis Poggi and Tracy Drinkwater Among Honorees
The 2026 GeekWire Awards honored innovators reshaping work, building, and learning with highlights including STEM Educator of the Year Tracy Drinkwater and CEO of the Year Luis Poggi. The event featured finalists discussing AI and innovation, plus a trivia segment celebrating 15 years of GeekWire Awards history.
Inside the 2026 GeekWire Awards: Innovators reshaping how we work, build, and learn
This week on the show: Conversations with finalists and special guests at the annual GeekWire Awards about AI, innovation, startups, and the forces reshaping their industries, plus a special trivia challenge marking GeekWire's 15th year hosting the event. Guests include: Luis Poggi, CEO of HouseWhisper AI, winner of CEO of the Year Tracy Drinkwater, founder of the Seattle Universal Math Museum, STEM Educator of the Year honoree Ryan James, CEO of Dopl Technologies, finalist for Startup of the Year Laura Ruderman, CEO of the Technology Alliance Ross Finman, CEO of Augmodo, finalist for Hardware/Robotics/Physical AI of the Year Mohammad Rastegari…
GeekWire Names mpathic, ElastixAI, Dropzone AI, Dopl Technologies, and Loopr AI as 2026 Startup of the Year Finalists
The 2026 GeekWire Awards Startup of the Year finalists include mpathic, ElastixAI, Dropzone AI, Dopl Technologies, and Loopr AI, representing innovations from AI safety to robotic ultrasounds. The event will be held on May 7 in Seattle, with voting open for selecting the winner.
Dopl Technologies Raises $1.5M to Expand Telerobotic Ultrasound in Underserved Communities
Seattle startup Dopl Technologies raised $1.5 million in a pre-seed round to expand its telerobotic ultrasound services, enabling remote diagnostics for underserved rural patients. The company uses robotic arms controlled remotely by sonographers with advanced haptics and AI to improve diagnostic access and sonographer experience.
Seattle Startup Dopl Technologies Wins $150,000 for Telerobotic Ultrasound System Enhancing Rural Specialist Care in 2024
Seattle startup Dopl Technologies developed a telerobotic ultrasound system to provide specialist care remotely to rural patients, winning $150,000 at the 2024 Flywheel Investment Conference. The system allows specialists to control ultrasound devices from distant locations, improving patient access and hospital efficiency.
Organizations
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Dopl Technologies Co-founder, CEO 2022–present · current
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Dopl Chief Executive Officer; Co-founder · current
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Techstars Los Angeles Accelerator Alumni 2022 · past
Education
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University of Washington Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Biomedical and Health Informatics · 2014–2019
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University of Michigan BS, Computer Science Engineering · 2006–2010
