At District 3, we're excited to highlight UbiSim, a pioneering Series A medtech venture that's reshaping how healthcare professionals train and learn. Co-founded by Gauthier Dubruel and Florian Brutsche, UbiSim exemplifies innovation in the health sector with technology that addresses critical challenges in nursing education.

The Innovation

In an era of increasing constraints within healthcare systems, traditional onboarding and training methods face significant limitations. UbiSim has developed a virtual reality platform that enables institutions to dramatically scale simulation training without requiring additional resources. Their solution:

• Runs on a variety of consumer VR equipment, ensuring accessibility
• Replaces expensive, non-scalable simulation labs
• Eliminates capacity constraints of traditional training methods
• Reduces reliance on limited on-patient training opportunities

Global Expansion from Montreal's Tech Hub

The UbiSim team strategically relocated to Montreal to capture the North American market, recognizing the city's unique advantages.

"We chose Montreal because it is one of the best places in the world for a VR startup given its ecosystem and talent pool,"

— Florian Brutsche, Co-founder, UbiSim

Proven Impact During Critical Times

The platform's value was powerfully demonstrated during the COVID-19 pandemic, when UbiSim facilitated over 10,000 clinical hours for nursing students who otherwise would have faced significant educational disruptions.

Growth and Recognition

UbiSim's innovative approach and market success caught the attention of industry leaders, culminating in their acquisition by Labster, the world's leading platform for virtual labs and interactive science, in October 2021. Today, the platform continues to expand its footprint in hospitals throughout North America and Europe.

The District 3 Advantage

District 3's specialized mentorship played a crucial role in UbiSim's journey, particularly in navigating the North American healthcare market.

"I was not expecting to be coached by someone who has hands-on entrepreneurial experience in our specific industry that is healthcare simulation. Our coach Edna has given us invaluable advice and has made introductions that helped us land some of our first sales in the US."

— Florian Brutsche, Co-founder, UbiSim

Continuing Innovation

UbiSim exemplifies how District 3's ecosystem can help ambitious founders transform technological innovation into healthcare solutions with global impact. By addressing critical bottlenecks in healthcare education, they're not just building a successful company—they're helping create more resilient healthcare systems for the future.