Our Team

  • Andrew Stretton

    Andrew Stretton

    Andrew, from Wales, holds a PhD in Biotechnology from the University of Cambridge and has over a decade of experience in Research & Development. 

    He is passionate about creating impactful products and is dedicated to finding real-world solutions for women's health

    You can contact Andrew via email (andrew@sylvia.health) or LinkedIn

  • Nikolaj Ulrik Friis

    Nikolaj Ulrik Friis

    Nikolaj is a medical doctor from Denmark, and is dedicated to improving patient care and enhancing the quality of life for women with pelvic organ prolapse. 

    With his medical expertise and commitment to excellence, Nikolaj is determined to make a positive impact in the lives of his patients.

    You can contact Nikolaj via email (nikolaj@sylvia.health) or LinkedIn

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    Corinna Voll

    Corinna has extensive experience at the intersection of the healthcare system, innovation, and research, with a strong drive to improve people’s quality of life.

    She a background in Techno-Anthropology and has led both international and national projects, including work at DTU and in startups.

    You can contact Corinna via email (corinna@sylvia.health) or LinkedIn.

Our Story

Sylvia Health came out of the Novo Nordisk Foundation BioMedical Design Fellowship Programme, a needs-based innovation programme at the University of Copenhagen in Denmark. During four-months of clinical observations at the obstetrics and gynaecology departments of Slagelse Hospital, we encountered many problems within women's health, and witnessed the profound impact of pelvic organ prolapse on women's lives.

The scale and impact of prolapse shocked us, sparking a deepening interest that persisted throughout the programme. We met with and interviewed patients and clinicians from six countries, delving into disease fundamentals, prevalence, risk factors, stigma, and treatment options. Our immersion led us to a resolute belief that women deserve superior treatment options and that we could be the catalyst for change. After the completion of the programme, we formed a company with a mission to address urgent, unmet needs in women’s pelvic health through design‑driven innovation.

If you believe you or someone you know could contribute to our mission, whether as an advisor, user, employee, or founder, please don't hesitate to contact us.

(Originally) Two Male Founders?

We understand there may be reservations about two male founders addressing a women's health issue like Pelvic Organ Prolapse. However, our determination to confront the challenges encountered during the BioMedical Design programme led us to discover the undeniable need in this area. The foundation of Sylvia Health is user-focussed design. While validating the unmet need during the programme, we engaged with over 200 women with prolapse via one-on-one interviews and targeted surveys.

Since finishing the programme, every single aspect of our products have been, and will continue to be, tested by the women who will use them. We collaborate closely with women and professionals who share our commitment to addressing the specific needs of women with prolapse.