Headquartered in Silicon Valley, Levita Magnetics was founded by innovator and surgeon Dr. Alberto Rodriguez-Navarro. Our team of clinicians and engineers are pioneers in the medical industry, transforming surgical care for all patients.
We developed the first and only Magnetic Surgery® platform, enhancing surgical outcomes for patients. In 2023 we launched the MARS® platform, designed to build on the clinical benefits of Magnetic Surgery with further advantages for surgeons and hospitals.
Ready to join our mission?
ALBERTO RODRIGUEZ-NAVARRO, M.D.
Founder, President, CEO
Minimally invasive general surgeon with over a decade of clinical experience and inventor of Magnetic Surgery. Medical inventor with multiple patents and clinical research with publications in international journals, especially in the field of post-operatory pain.
CHAUNCEY GRAETZEL
Vice President, R&D
20 years of research & development experience. Leadership roles at Auris Health, Johnson & Johnson, and Optotune. MS in Micro-Engineering from EPF Lausanne. PhD in Mechanical Engineering from ETH Zurich.
PAT COGHILL
Vice President, Operations
30 years of medical device engineering and operations experience. Held leadership roles in engineering and operations at Stryker Neurovascular, Concentric Medical, Johnson & Johnson, and Heartport. Earned BS in Mechanical Engineering from The Ohio State University.
DONIELLE BAUDIN
Sr. Director, Regulatory and Quality
Over 20 years of extensive leadership experience in the medical device industry, specializing in Class III and Class II devices, including complex electrical and mechanical devices. Held significant leadership roles at Noah Medical, Imperative Care, and AccessClosure (a Cardinal Health Company). Known for optimizing operational efficiencies, navigating regulatory landscapes, and fostering innovation to drive continuous improvement and strategic growth in global markets.
CINDY DOMECUS
Regulatory Strategist
Executive-level Regulatory Affairs and Clinical Research professional with over 30 years of experience and expertise. Former Senior Vice President/Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Clinical Research for Conceptus and Kyphon.
Levita Magnetics is a privately-backed startup with established commercial presence and an early-stage atmosphere. We’re based in Mountain View, California with offices in Santiago, Chile.
We’re continuously building a world-class team to design, manufacture, and commercialize next generation surgical solutions.
Join us as we help more people get access to better surgery with MARS—and beyond.