Seattle medical tech startup moves to Anderson

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A medical data company that allows users to store encrypted health care information on their smartphones has established a home in Anderson County after starting its life in Seattle, Wash., and gaining a patent on the technology.

“Making decisions to move is always complicated, even on personal level. Deciding to move the company, employees, their families — that implies a tremendous responsibility,” Eugene Luskin, CEO of Sync.MD said in a news release. “While business-related opportunities are the key, many other aspects are absolutely critical. It is the friendship and incredible personal support from Congressman Jeff Duncan that really enabled us to discover the hidden gem in South Carolina. It is this combination of a truly entrepreneurial business climate, amazing people and community, and the real American spirit and personal values that makes it mutually beneficial for us to become South Carolinians.”

Launched in 2015 by the startup Vyrty, Sync.MD helps patients connect otherwise incompatible medical records systems and meet the needs of veterans or others who require specialized care. Patients can install the app from Google Play or the iTunes app store, scan records into the app with a camera and send them on to physicians by scanning a QR code, according to the website.

Vyrty has raised more than $3.5 million in equity financing from 14 investors for the endeavor, according to a 2018 U.S. Securities and Exchange filing.

“The jobs that are moving here are high-paying tech jobs, and more will be created in the future,” Duncan said in the release. “When I first met with Sync.MD’s leadership years ago, I told them South Carolina has a great business environment, and that we would welcome the chance to help them grow. I am thrilled that Sync.MD will be providing services to our veterans and their customers around the world from right here in Anderson.”

The new facility, expected to go online by fall, will initially bring 10 jobs to the area with more hiring taking place throughout the summer.

“Sync.MD landing in the Upstate represents areas where the Upstate is poised for growth — life sciences, technology and market entry into a landing pad space,” Upstate SC Alliance President and CEO John Lummus said in the release.