About Us
FROM EARTHBOUND DREAM TO ORBITAL REALITY.
GeoAxon’s story? It’s written in the stars. Our iconic GeoAxon Kuduwave, Inventive HealthTech trusted by NASA astronauts on the International Space Station, is Dignified Diagnostics defying limits. This is our Daring vision for Human-First Health in action.
It all sparked from our founder, Dr. Dirk Koekemoer’s, Creator dream: ‘My blackboard showed Kuduwave reaching for the stars… I knew it would revolutionize lives, reshape our world with Dignified Diagnostics.’
That audacious dream fuels us. The GeoAxon Kuduwave is our commitment to Accessible Diagnostics and going Well Beyond Innovation, making the future of health human, everywhere
Dr Dirk Koekemoer
Kuduwave Inventor and GeoAxon CEO
Picture this: Pretoria, 1999. Dr. Dirk Koekemoer, a GP whose passion for healing burned fiercely, found himself daily confronting an agonizing professional paradox: an ocean of patients, yet mere droplets of time for each.
This wasn’t just being ‘overworked’; it was a deep, resonant frustration with a system that often sidelined the very human spirit he was dedicated to uplifting. But within that fire of frustration, the Creator’s spirit saw not an impasse, but an imperative.
It was here, in this crucible of challenge, that the Daring and Inventive vision for the GeoAxon Kuduwave was ignited, a revolutionary leap towards Accessible Diagnostics and healthcare that truly honors human dignity.
A SINGLE MOMENT. A LIFETIME’S MISSION. THE KUDUWAVE IGNITED.
Then, a single, heart-wrenching moment: a young patient, a misdiagnosed kidney tumour. For Dr. Koekemoer, this wasn’t just a clinical error; it was a profound call to arms.
It was the instant his path veered irrevocably towards a Daring leap into the unknown. His life’s work became a relentless quest to forge a future of accessible, high-quality, and truly universal healthcare – one imbued with Dignity for every single person.
How? By unleashing Inventive HealthTech. Dr. Koekemoer envisioned state-of-the-art, location-independent medical technology, a force to empower practitioners globally, enabling them to reach more people, more rapidly, and more affordably, all while elevating the standard of patient care. This was the genesis of the GeoAxon Kuduwave idea.
In 1999, this audacious vision took root: GeoAxon was born. Then, in 2008, the revolution truly began. GeoAxon unveiled its icon, its flagship, the product that would redefine an industry: the GeoAxon Kuduwave High-Frequency Boothless Screening & Diagnostic Audiometer. More than a device, it was the first powerful beat of Healthcare Reimagined.
And so, the GeoAxon Kuduwave didn’t just enter the world; it began to reshape it. This clinically validated, telemedicine-ready marvel of Inventive HealthTech has already delivered accessible, portable hearing healthcare to over a million souls, transforming how audiologists and frontline heroes deliver Human-First Health across the globe.
But the Kuduwave’s Daring journey didn’t stop at Earth’s horizon. In early 2021, a specially adapted GeoAxon Kuduwave breached the atmosphere, launched aboard the CRS-15 Cygnus spacecraft. Today, it serves aboard the International Space Station as a critical tool for NASA astronauts, enabling them to conduct vital hearing tests in the most extreme of environments.
This is the ultimate testament to Kuduwave’s Reliability and our relentless pursuit of Dignified Diagnostics, from bustling earthly clinics to the silent expanse of space.
The Kuduwave: truly Well Beyond Innovation.
Why is our Kuduwave orbiting the Earth? Because it’s a testament to audacious South African innovation and our unwavering commitment to Disruptive Dignity. This is the raw power of will and Liberated Imagination forging Transformative Telehealth that doesn’t just touch lives, it ignites potential. We’re not just proud; we are leading the global shift where Dignified Diagnostics are the standard, not a lofty aspiration. So to our competitors, we’ll say this: the future of health is human, and we’re setting the pace. Try to keep up.
Jillian Scotland (COO GeoAxon)
WHAT DRIVES US?
OUR OBSESSION.
Challenges? We don't see challenges. We see dares. We see the flaws in the old way of doing things and the fuel for our next Kuduwave breakthrough. It’s the relentless itch of our Creator Spirit, the conviction that "state-of-the-art" is a temporary title, not a final destination. This is what drives us to forge Inventive HealthTech that consistently rewrites the rules. Our mission is simple: Unleash these GeoAxon Kuduwave audiometers advancements into the wild. We're not just expanding Accessible Diagnostics; we're fundamentally changing the patient experience, ensuring every test is a testament to Dignified Diagnostics and Human-First Health. We're obsessed with it.
UNCAGE YOUR CLINIC.
'Portable' is the word you use for a travel coffee mug. It doesn’t begin to describe the GeoAxon Kuduwave. This is your power to deliver Dignified Diagnostics without constraint. Engineered for absolute location independence, this is the Inventive HealthTech that puts world-class audiology directly into your hands—wherever compassion calls you. We forged the Kuduwave to empower visionary clinicians like you to dismantle old barriers and deliver Accessible Diagnostics to every single person, regardless of geography or economic circumstance. This isn't 'care, anywhere' as a promise. It's your new, unshackled reality.
THE BLUNT PROBLEM-SOLVER
Our philosophy is that good enough is never good enough You know the drill. The patient shuffle. The software that makes you want to scream. The setup that takes longer than the actual test. That’s not just inefficiency; it's an insult to your craft and your patient's time. So, we didn't just think outside the box. We threw the entire box in an incinerator. The Kuduwave was born from a ruthless obsession with simplicity. Our rule is blunt: if it wastes your time or disrespects the patient, it has no place in modern healthcare. This isn't about a better workflow. It’s about reclaiming your focus and delivering dignified care, without the circus. This is about ending the tyranny of clunky tech and putting the human connection back at the heart of healthcare.
ACCESSIBILITY
This is what it looks like when diagnostics escape the clinic. When Inventive HealthTech is so intuitive it empowers, rather than intimidates. And when affordability isn't an afterthought, but the very foundation of putting Dignified Diagnostics within reach of every single person. This isn't a hypothetical future. This is the global movement of healthcare pioneers we are arming right now. The GeoAxon Kuduwave is more than a device. It's the sound of barriers breaking.
Our Awards
Awards are nice. But the trust of the professionals delivering dignified care on the front lines? That’s the real prize. We’re proud of the global recognition, but we design for the daily realities of healthcare – where helping you elevate the human spirit matters more than any accolade
2019 GAUTENG DISABILITY RIGHTS EXCELLENCE AWARDS – INNOVATION AWARDS
SILVER:
Dr Dirk Koekemoer
2015 GAP AWARDS
2nd PLACE:
Kuduwave Portable Audiometer
2019 GAUTENG DISABILITY RIGHTS EXCELLENCE AWARDS – INNOVATION AWARDS
TOP 10 FINALIST:
Dr Dirk Koekemoer
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Kuduwave Approvals and Certifications
Prestigious Endorsements
The GeoAxon Kuduwave audiometer holds prestigious endorsements from world-leading organizations. It is approved for use by both NASA, including on the International Space Station (ISS), and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), highlighting its reliability in critical and high-demand environments.
Scientific Validation
The clinical accuracy and innovative application of the GeoAxon Kuduwave are well-documented and substantiated by numerous publications. These peer-reviewed academic studies, which validate its performance and utility, are readily accessible on research databases like Google Scholar.
International Certifications & Registrations
This commitment to excellence is reinforced by a comprehensive suite of global regulatory approvals. The GeoAxon Kuduwave is licensed by the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA), is ISO 13485 certified for its quality management system, It also conforms to South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) and is FDA-registered for the United States market.
Standards Compliance
To ensure technical precision and reliability, the audiometer is fully compliant with all relevant international (IEC), American (ANSI), and South African (SANS) industry standards. This compliance covers all of its core functions, including audiometry, tympanometry, and calibration.
