FasterCapital adds WORMSCOPE to EquityPilot to address endoscopy access

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FasterCapital has accepted WORMSCOPE into its EquityPilot programme to support the development of two medical devices aimed at making endoscopic screenings more accessible and less invasive. The programme will focus on early execution milestones, including product definition and regulatory planning, to advance WORMSCOPE towards manufacturable prototypes and pilot clinical testing. This initiative aims to improve access to endoscopy, a crucial diagnostic tool, by reducing procedural complexity and costs.

Press Release

Lead FasterCapital has accepted WORMSCOPE into its EquityPilot program, supporting the development and early execution plan for two medical devices WORMSCOPE and the Portable Diagnostic Wormscope (PDW) designed to expand access to less-invasive endoscopic screening and diagnostics. The startup’s work focuses on making endoscopy-style exams simpler, lower-risk, and more accessible in clinical and outpatient settings.

Nut graf FasterCapital’s EquityPilot will concentrate on execution milestones during the first 30–60 days, aligning product definition, regulatory planning, and manufacturer engagement to move WORMSCOPE toward manufacturable prototypes and pilot clinical testing.

Why It Matters?

Endoscopy remains a critical diagnostic tool, but cost, logistics, and patient comfort limit access in many settings. Innovations that reduce procedural complexity and enable wider distribution of diagnostic devices can help clinics offer more frequent, earlier screening and potentially improve patient follow-up rates.

What the Startup Delivers?

Solution Overview WORMSCOPE is an electronic endoscopy alternative designed to be compact, lower cost, lower-risk for patients, and less dependent on complex sterilization workflows. The Portable Diagnostic Wormscope (PDW) is a consumer-oriented diagnostic device intended to be simple to use.

What FasterCapital Will Provide?

FasterCapital Support Scope

– Hands-on execution support focused on early milestones and manufacturability

– Guidance on regulatory and clinical planning pathways appropriate for medical devices

– Introductions to manufacturing partners and supply-chain advisors in relevant regions

– Assistance refining go-to-market positioning and investor-facing materials

First 30–60 Days Program Plan

In the opening weeks, the team will validate technical requirements, document regulatory strategy options, and engage with potential manufacturers to define prototype specifications. FasterCapital and the founder will jointly prioritize clinical use cases, refine product requirements, and prepare materials needed for early-stage partner conversations.

Leadership Comment

Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support WORMSCOPE through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’” (Hesham Zreik)

Founder Quote

Dr. Mohammed Al-sabawi, inventor of WORMSCOPE and PDW, said: “These devices are designed to broaden access to diagnostic endoscopy tools by minimizing patient discomfort and simplifying sterilization and maintenance. We welcome FasterCapital’s execution-focused approach to help translate the designs into manufacturable products.”

Next 90 Days

90-Day Outlook Over the next three months the work will center on completing a manufacturable prototype spec, initiating regulatory pathway conversations, and lining up pilot manufacturing quotes. The goal is to emerge with clear next-stage development milestones and a prioritized plan for pilot clinical validation.

Notes to editors

Hi , I am the innovator of two medical devices called WORMSCOPE and PDW which are alternative to the traditional endoscopes and may change the health of millions of people around the world. They are registered with the United Kingdom Copyright Service and published in the Japanese Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Regards, Prof. Mohammed Al-sabawi Gastroenterologist and Endoscopist

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