Our Purpose
At Biomed Simulation we believe everyone deserves the highest quality care, free from preventable harm and unnecessary risk.
Through enhanced simulation-based training, we empower clinicians to deliver exceptional care. Our team is dedicated to improving every patient encounter and setting new standards of clinical excellence, ensuring that healthcare providers offer the highest quality care.
Our Vision
To empower clinicians to train in environments that are indistinguishable from real life. We aim to create a collaborative platform that fosters seamless interaction among clinicians, industry leaders, and educators. This platform will drive the advancement, standardization, and accessibility of cutting-edge technologies and capabilities. By leveraging innovative tools such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and artificial intelligence (AI), we strive to ensure these advancements are available to all stakeholders, transforming the future of healthcare education and practice.
Our Mission
Combining advanced medical device technology with simulation-based training to enhance clinician competency and reduce patient risk.
Core Values
To Operate With A Collaborative Spirit
To Model Customer Focused Quality
To Innovate and Simplify
To Make A Difference In The World
To Act With Integrity
To Be Dynamic & Adaptive
Our History
Nov 2010Initial interest from
RUSH University Medical
Center, ChicagoMar 2011First iteration of
product deliveredMay 2011Incorporated May 2011
(C Corp, California)Jan 2012First U.S. saleOct 2012Provisional Patent
ApplicationAug 2013First Employee:
“Systems Designer”Oct 2013Full Patent
ApplicationDec 2013Finalist “Most Innovative
Product” (San Diego)Apr 2014First sale outside
U.S. (Netherlands)Dec 2016SBIR Phase I
recipientNov 2017Trademark
registrationJun 20203D Virtual ICU Launch2023Top 10 Healthcare
Simulation Solution
Provider – Medtech
Outlook2024Active Capital Campaign
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A Walk Through History
The name CALIFIA® is inspired by the legendary Queen Califia, a mythical warrior who ruled over the fabled island of California in a 16th-century Spanish novel, Las Sergas de Esplandián. Her story embodies strength, ambition, and the allure of a land rich in opportunity—a fitting symbol for California itself. As a California-based business, we chose CALIFIA® to honor this legacy and reflect the pioneering spirit, creativity, and boldness that define both our state and our brand.
Our Leadership
Richard Tallman
FOUNDER, CEO & CTO
Richard Tallman
FOUNDER, CEO & CTO
Richard Tallman Jr. Ph.D. founded Biomed Simulation Inc. in 2011 after over 28 years of teaching perfusion science, conducting research in cardiovascular physiology and consulting for manufacturers in the field.
Denise Steinbring
CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER
Denise Steinbring
CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER
Denise is a forward-thinking and results-oriented senior executive business leader with a proven track record of commercialization success in companies of all sizes. Denise possesses an innate understanding of market dynamics and a keen sense of strategic vision. Her ability to identify emerging trends and adapt to evolving market conditions has been instrumental in driving commercial success for numerous medical device companies over the three decades of her career. As a thought leader in the medical device industry, Denise remains at the forefront of industry developments, consistently championing the importance of patient-centric innovation and fostering a hyper-vigilant culture of customer-centricity.
Denise led Global Marketing and Clinical Education for Medtronic’s Perfusion business for more than 14 years and was instrumental in introducing the concept and capabilities of CPB simulation training to customers around the world
Josh Berg
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Josh Berg
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Founder of Berg Capital Markets, with 26+ years in healthcare, finance, and capital markets.
Deep investor network managing $400B+; former institutional equities expert with top investment banks.
Jonathan Nesbitt
CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER, BOARD MEMBER
Jonathan Nesbitt
CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER, BOARD MEMBER
Jonathan C. Nesbitt, M.D., is Professor, Former Residency Program Director, and Former Chair of the Department of Thoracic Surgery at VUMC. He leads the cardiac simulation program at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Chairs the Annual Society of Thoracic Surgeons Boot Camp, the nation’s most comprehensive high-fidelity simulation program for cardiac surgery. He has received his Board Certifications in Thoracic Surgery, General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care. After spending over 35 years in the field of surgery, he now directs his focus on education and training. He has over 100 peer-reviewed publications, book chapters and invited articles, has written one textbook, and has received several teaching awards in his domain of thoracic surgery.
Robin Mauger
DIRECTOR OF TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Robin Mauger
DIRECTOR OF TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Robin joined the Biomed Simulation in 2014, she is an expert in perfusion education and high fidelity simulation, is the Director of Training and Education at Biomed Simulation, Inc. Prior to joining Biomed Simulation, Inc. Robin spent 28 years as a clinical perfusionist and instructor at the Medical University of South Carolina, University of Iowa and Rush University.
Hans Seiler
INTERNATIONAL PARTNER
Hans Seiler
INTERNATIONAL PARTNER
Hans has been a perfusionist for 31 years, and an independent perfusionist for 17 years. He has provided training and education programs for multiple leading medical companies and institutions in about 120 countries. He has been instrumental in providing simulation training and courses for the last 10 years. He has also been involved in product development and marketing for Biomed Simulation.