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SHMD, 스마트폰 활용 경동맥 진단 기술 특허 확보

2026-03-31
NEWS

SHMD(대표 송민영)가 스마트폰을 활용한 경동맥 진단 기술의 특허 등록을 완료하며 글로벌 디지털 헬스케어 시장 점유율 확대를 위한 교두보를 마련했다.

31일 관련 업계에 따르면 SHMD는 ‘스마트폰 기반 경동맥 협착 정보 제공 방법 및 시스템’에 관한 특허를 지난 6일자로 최종 등록했다. 지난 1월에 이은 연속적인 지식재산(IP) 확보로, 출원 후 약 5개월 만에 등록까지 마무리지으며 독보적인 기술 장벽을 구축했다는 평가다.
이번 특허의 핵심은 고가 장비 없이 스마트폰만으로 경동맥 혈류 데이터를 수집하고 분석할 수 있는 환경을 구현한 것이다. 이는 SHMD의 주력 제품인 웨어러블 뇌혈류 측정기 세레밴드(CEREBAND) 및 AI 분석 플랫폼 브레인체크(BRAINCHECK)와 연동되어 일상 속 상시 모니터링 생태계를 완성하는 역할을 하게 된다.
글로벌 시장 조사기관 포춘 비즈니스 인사이트에 따르면 2026년 세계 디지털 헬스 시장 규모는 4916억 2000만 달러(약 660조원)에 달할 것으로 전망된다. 특히 의료용 AI 분야는 2026년부터 2034년까지 연평균 43.96%의 고성장을 기록할 것으로 관측되는 만큼, SHMD의 비침습적 진단 기술은 예방 의학의 핵심 솔루션으로 부상할 가능성이 크다.
SHMD는 의료를 넘어 뷰티테크 영역으로도 사업 스펙트럼을 넓히고 있다. 최근 출시한 초음파 뷰티 디바이스 스킨웨이브(SKINWAVE)는 회사가 보유한 정밀 신호 처리 기술을 미용 기기에 접목한 사례다. 리서치 앤 마켓(Research and Markets)은 2026년 글로벌 뷰티테크 시장이 899억 4000만 달러(약 120조 원) 규모로 성장할 것으로 내다봤다. SHMD는 의료기기 수준의 신뢰성을 무기로 이 시장을 선점하겠다는 전략이다.
이러한 성과는 국제 법조인 출신으로 직접 기술 개발까지 주도하는 송민영 대표의 ‘융합형 리더십’에서 비롯됐다는 회사의 설명이다. 송 대표는 기획 단계부터 법적 권리 확보와 기술 사업화를 통합적으로 관리하며 스타트업의 최대 자산인 IP 경쟁력을 극대화하고 있다고 밝혔다.
한편, SHMD는 IBK기업은행(024110)의 창업 육성 플랫폼 IBK창공 마포 16기 입주기업으로서, IBK창공 공동운영사인 신기술금융회사 시너지아이비투자(대표 이건영)가 함께 육성을 지원하고 있다.

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 01, 2026

SHMD, Ltd. ("SHMD", "we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect information when you use our applications, including but not limited to:

  • BRAINCHECK
  • CEREBAND
  • SkinWave
  • Related mobile applications, websites, and services (collectively, the "Services")

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information.

A. Account Information

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Date of birth
  • Gender
  • Country of residence

B. Health and Wellness Information

Depending on the Service used, we may collect the following information.

BRAINCHECK

  • Health questionnaires
  • Stroke risk assessment data
  • Headache assessment information
  • Cognitive assessment results
  • Voice recordings and derived analysis for carotid artery stenosis screening

CEREBAND

  • Cerebral blood flow measurements
  • Ultrasound-derived physiological data
  • Cerebrovascular monitoring results
  • Clinical assessment records

SkinWave

  • Skin condition information
  • Device usage records
  • Beauty and wellness assessment results
  • Treatment session history

C. Device and Technical Information

We may automatically collect the following information.

  • Device model
  • Operating system version
  • Mobile device identifiers
  • IP address
  • App version
  • Log data
  • Crash reports
  • Usage analytics

D. Customer Support Information

When you contact us, we may collect the following information.

  • Communication records
  • Support requests
  • Feedback and survey responses

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and operate our Services
  • Deliver health and wellness assessments
  • Generate reports and recommendations
  • Improve product performance and user experience
  • Monitor system security and reliability
  • Respond to inquiries and customer support requests
  • Conduct research and statistical analysis
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access

3. Medical Disclaimer

The Services are intended to provide wellness, screening, educational, and informational support only.

The Services are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease and do not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Users should always seek advice from qualified healthcare professionals regarding medical conditions or health concerns.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Where applicable, we process personal information based on:

  • User consent
  • Performance of a contract
  • Compliance with legal obligations
  • Legitimate business interests
  • Protection of vital interests

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell personal information.

We may share information in the following cases.

1. Service Providers

We may engage external providers to perform the following functions.

  • Cloud hosting
  • Data storage and backup
  • Analytics
  • Technical support
  • Security monitoring

2. Healthcare Partners

Where explicitly authorized by the user or required for service delivery.

3. Legal Requirements

We may disclose information to relevant authorities in the following cases.

  • Applicable laws
  • Court orders
  • Government authorities
  • Regulatory agencies

4. Corporate Transactions

Information may be transferred in the following cases.

  • Merger
  • Acquisition
  • Investment
  • Reorganization
  • Sale of assets

6. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in countries outside your country of residence.

SHMD takes reasonable measures to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for cross-border data transfers.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to provide Services.

However, information may be retained in accordance with applicable law in the following cases.

  • Fulfill contractual obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements

Unless otherwise required by law, personal information will generally be deleted or anonymized after account deletion and completion of applicable retention periods.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable safeguards to protect personal information, including:

  • Encryption of transmitted data
  • Access controls
  • Authentication procedures
  • Secure cloud infrastructure
  • Security monitoring and auditing

However, no system can guarantee absolute security.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under the age required by applicable law without parental or legal guardian consent.

10. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of information
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw consent
  • Request data portability

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

11. Account Deletion

Users may request deletion of their account and associated personal information at any time.

Deletion requests may be submitted to:

Email: contact@shmd.io

We will process deletion requests in accordance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.

12. Third-Party Services

Our Services may integrate with the following third-party platforms.

  • Apple App Store
  • Google Play Store
  • Firebase
  • Google Analytics
  • Cloud hosting providers (e.g. AWS)

These third parties maintain their own privacy policies and practices.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Material changes will be communicated through the Services or other appropriate channels.

14. Contact Information

SHMD, Ltd.

Website: https://shmd.io

Email: contact@shmd.io

For privacy-related inquiries, requests, or complaints, please contact us using the information above.

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