NEWTOWN, Pa., Sept. 14, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Helius Medical Technologies, Inc.(TSX:HSM) (OTCQB:HSDT), a company focused on the treatment of neurological symptoms caused by disease or trauma, announced today that Dane Andreeff will join the Board of Directors, effective immediately.
Mr. Andreeff is currently the General Partner and Portfolio Manager of Maple Leaf Partners, LP and the President of Andreeff Equity Advisors, LLC. Mr. Andreeff has managed investment portfolios since 1996 for Andreeff Equity, LP, Andreeff Overseas Ltd. and Clover Partners, LP. Prior to managing portfolios, Mr. Andreeff worked as an associate analyst at Furman Selz and Granite Capital International Group. Mr. Andreeff also serves as a Director of TraceSecurity Inc., HDL Therapeutics, Inc. and Myocardial Solutions, Ltd.
“We are delighted to have someone with Dane’s exceptional financial experience managing technology-based growth companies join our Board,” said Helius’ CEO, Philippe Deschamps. “His expertise will continue to drive shareholder value as we prepare to commercialize our PoNSTM technology.”
To view the full list of Helius’ Officers and Directors please visit: http://heliusmedical.com/index.php/about/meet-our-team
About PoNS™ Therapy
The Portable Neuromodulation Stimulator (PoNS™) is an investigational non-invasive device designed to deliver neurostimulation through the tongue. PoNS™ Therapy combines the use of the device with physical therapy and is currently being evaluated in a multicenter clinical trial for the treatment of balance disorder for subjects with mild to moderate Traumatic Brain Injury.
About Helius Medical Technologies, Inc.
Helius Medical Technologies is a medical technology company focused on neurological wellness. Helius seeks to develop, license and acquire unique and non-invasive platform technologies that amplify the brain’s ability to heal itself. Helius intends to file for FDA clearance for the PoNS™ device. For more information, please visit www.heliusmedical.com.
