Inomagen Therapeutics


Developing a novel Biological (Gene) Therapy to Improve the Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation


Breakthroughs in Atrial Fibrillation Treatment—Now Within Reach

Earlier this month, Inomagen hosted a private webinar unveiling our revolutionary approach to treating atrial fibrillation at the source—not just the symptoms. Led by Founder Dr. Rishi Arora, the event explored how our proprietary gene therapy targets the root cause of AFib through a single-dose, minimally invasive procedure.

Backed by over a decade of research and validated in multiple preclinical models, this breakthrough platform has the potential to transform care for millions—and unlock a new frontier for strategic partners and investors.

Full extended webinar available on our Investors page.

Watch the condensed version of the webinar below.

About Inomagen

Atrial fibrillation is the most common sustained heart rhythm disorder and a growing epidemic in an aging population. Unfortunately, current therapies have proven ineffective for many patients as they do not address the underlying mechanisms of the disease.

At Inomagen, we are exclusively focused on discovering and developing transformative gene therapies to markedly improve the treatment of atrial fibrillation. Our scientific advancements have been the result of significant non-dilutive grant funding. The company has an exclusive license agreement with Northwestern University for a robust IP estate and has assembled a highly experienced team to bring our therapies to market.

Inomagen is located in Chicago’s Fulton Market as a portfolio member of Portal Innovations – a Biotech Incubator with an expansive space designed to provide best-in-class, fully equipped wet/dry lab and work space.

The Inomagen Team

  • Rishi Arora, MD

    FOUNDER

    Dr. Arora is a well-published physician-scientist and a key thought leader in atrial fibrillation. He is a practicing electrophysiologist, Chief of Cardiology at University of Chicago, and leads one of the foremost academic programs in AF; he has raised over $20M in NIH and AHA grants for his work on AF mechanisms.

  • Gerard Abate MD

    CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER

    Dr. Abate has a background as a clinical cardiologist and is well experienced in the healthcare industry. Over the past 30 years Dr. Abate has held numerous Pharma/Diagnostics leadership roles including Amarin Pharmaceuticals, Daiichi Sankyo, Atherotech, and as the Executive Director of Medical Affairs at Quest Diagnostics.

  • Eric Sandberg

    CHIEF BUSINESS OFFICER

    Eric has 30+ years of medical technology leadership experience at Guidant, Boston Scientific, Axogen and several start-up ventures, in roles that have included CEO, CBO, and CCO, and brings significant commercial experience in the cardiovascular space including cardiac rhythm management.

  • Robin Drassler

    VP, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

    Robin has over 25 years of commercial experience in medical devices including COO at Gardner Medical Instruments, VP Sales & Market Development at Attune Medical, and various sales and market development roles at Covidien (Medtronic). 

  • Robert Moen MD, PhD

    VP, RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

    Dr. Moen brings over 30 years of experience in gene and cell therapy, having led clinical development and commercialization efforts at Genetic Therapy, Copernicus Therapeutics, and Baxter Healthcare. He has held senior leadership roles in clinical, regulatory, and quality, and helped bring multiple therapies from bench to clinic.

  • David A. Johnson

    RESEARCH ENGINEER

    With over 40 years of engineering and IT experience, Johnson has led multimillion-dollar projects and contributed to non-viral gene delivery systems at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine. He specializes in building custom equipment for translational cardiac research.

  • Jim Hausserman MD, MS

    SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

    Dr. Hausserman is a physician-scientist with expertise in regulatory strategy and product development. He has led efforts securing FDA and CE approvals for medical devices and contributed to early-stage testing of novel ablation technologies. He holds a Master’s in Bacteriology and has experience in NIH-funded research.

  • Crystle Kelly

    PRECLINICAL PROGRAM MANAGER

    Crystle Kelly is a neuroscientist and biotech leader with over 20 years of experience in preclinical program management and translational research. Her expertise spans electrophysiology, neuroplasticity, pharmacology, and small molecule development. She has coordinated cross-functional teams advancing therapies and diagnostic tools for brain cancer, chronic pain, PTSD, and cognitive disorders.

board of directors & advisory board

  • Mark Penn MD, PhD

    BOARD OF DIRECTORS

  • Jim Vogler JD

    BOARD OF DIRECTORS

  • Ken Ellenbogen MD

    ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER

  • Alan Kadish MD

    ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER

  • Gregg Sutton

    ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER