Dr. Kyle Couperus is a physician, educator, and innovator with over 20 years of healthcare experience, specializing in emergency medicine, healthcare informatics, trauma care, and medical simulation. As Chief Product Officer at Exonicus, he leads the development of XR and AI-driven medical training solutions, advancing trauma education for military and civilian first responders.
A U.S. Army officer and combat veteran, Dr. Couperus deployed to Baghdad, Iraq, in 2018, and Kuwait 2023, bringing firsthand battlefield medical experience to his work. His expertise includes product development, public-private collaborations, research grant acquisition, and integrating technology into clinical workflows. His vision for high-fidelity, immersive trauma training led to the creation of a virtual reality medical simulation platform, now used internationally. Dr. Couperus's leadership has shaped cutting-edge innovations in AI and XR medical training, ensuring better preparedness and improved survival outcomes in critical care situations.
