F Care Systems

What F Care Systems does

F Care Systems NV is a privately held Belgian medical device manufacturer founded in 2001 by Rudi Devers, headquartered in Berchem (Antwerp), Belgium. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes monopolar radiofrequency (RF) ablation generators and single-use consumables operating at 4 MHz for minimally invasive treatments across four clinical specialties: proctology (haemorrhoids, anal fistulas), phlebology (varicose veins), oncology (liver, lung, and thyroid tumours), and aesthetic dermatology (skin disorders and body contouring). Its product portfolio includes six branded generator lines (Rafaelo, EVRF, MedRF4000, AJ-500A, Viridex RF, Viridex US) paired with procedure-specific consumable packs (Rafaelo Pack, Fistura Pack, CR45i Packs, RF probes, catheters, and electrodes). The company holds ISO 13485, CE marking, and US FDA 510(k) clearances.

The company operates a hybrid B2B distribution model combining four wholly-owned sales subsidiaries (Belgium, France, Germany, USA) with a global network of regional distributors, most recently adding Southmedic as its Canadian partner in 2024. Revenue is generated through one-time capital equipment sales (RF generators), recurring per-procedure consumable sales, technical maintenance and repair services, and distribution of complementary accessories (Veinlite, Syris, Nouvag, SuperSeton). Customers are specialist physicians and private practices in proctology, phlebology, oncology, and aesthetic dermatology, with physician engagement driven by participation in medical congresses, workshops, and direct field sales. All pricing is quote-based with no public list prices.

F Care Systems is 100% founder/family owned with no disclosed external investors, no parent company, and no funding rounds. The workforce of 11-50 employees is split across Belgium, France, Germany, and the USA, with leadership including CEO Rudi Devers, Director General Michaël Pierre, CFO Peter, and national sales directors for France, USA, and EMEA. Recent strategic activity centers on extending the product line (Sphera launch in 2024 for Grade I/II haemorrhoids) and geographic reach (Canada entry in 2024), while continuing to leverage its regulatory-cleared, procedure-branded RF ablation ecosystem.

Name

F Care Systems

Legal name

F Care Systems NV

Website

https://fcaresystems.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

F Care Systems is a Belgian medical device manufacturer founded in 2001 that designs monopolar radiofrequency ablation generators and consumables for minimally invasive treatments in proctology, phlebology, oncology, and aesthetic dermatology, sold globally through owned subsidiaries and distributors to specialist physicians and clinics.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Devices — Radiofrequency Ablation Equipment

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510), Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112), Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

SIC

Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845), Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro primary industry

Open & Minimally Invasive Surgical Instruments (Handheld, Laparoscopic, MIS) (HLAHADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Single-Use Medical Disposables & Procedure Kits (Drapes, Tubing, Catheters, Syringes, Custom Packs) (HLAHANAG), Endoscopic Therapeutic & Access Devices (Trocars, dilators, biopsy/ablation tools) (HLAHADAN)

Keywords

• Radiofrequency ablation devices
• Medical RF generators
• Minimally invasive treatments
• Proctology medical devices
• Phlebology RF catheters

Headquarters

HQ city

Berchem

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. RF Generators: Sale of capital equipment — monopolar RF generators (MedRF4000®, EVRF®, Viridex®RF, Viridex®US, AJ-500A) that create the closed electrical circuit for thermocoagulation procedures. These are one-time capital purchases with multiple modes and applications.
2. Consumables: Sale of disposable RF probes, catheters, electrodes, anoscopes, and procedure packs (Rafaelo Pack, Fistura Pack, CR45i Packs) that are single-use per procedure. Provides recurring revenue tied to procedure volume.
3. Medical Accessories Distribution: Distribution of complementary treatment accessories from partner manufacturers (Veinlite, Syris, Nouvag, SuperSeton), positioning F Care Systems as a one-stop provider for minimally invasive treatment setups.
4. Maintenance & Repairs: Technical support and repair services for RF generators, providing service revenue beyond the initial equipment sale.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

F Care Systems manufactures monopolar radiofrequency (RF) medical devices — including six RF generator models (Rafaelo®, EVRF®, MedRF4000®, AJ-500A, Viridex®RF, Viridex®US) and single-use consumables (probes, catheters, electrodes, procedure packs) — for specialist physicians performing minimally invasive treatments of haemorrhoids, anal fistulas, varicose veins, tumours, and aesthetic skin conditions. The company also distributes complementary medical accessories from partner manufacturers (Veinlite, Syris, Nouvag, SuperSeton) as part of complete treatment solutions.

Product overview

F Care Systems is a radiofrequency (RF) medical device manufacturer founded in 2001 by Rudi Devers in Antwerp (BE), specializing in monopolar RF generators and consumables for minimally invasive treatments. The company offers a portfolio of six RF generators (Rafaelo®, EVRF®, MedRF4000®, AJ-500A, Viridex®RF, Viridex®US) that deliver 4 MHz radiofrequency energy for treating conditions across four specialty areas: Proctology (haemorrhoids, anal fistulas), Phlebology (varicose veins), Oncology (tumours), and Aesthetic Dermatology (skin disorders, body contouring). The product ecosystem includes branded treatment procedures (Rafaelo®, Fistura®, Veineo®, Sphera) and comprehensive consumable packs designed for specific procedures. The company also distributes complementary medical accessories from partners including Veinlite, Syris Scientific, Nouvag, and SuperSeton. The MedRF4000® is positioned as the world's first all-in-one medical RF generator, while the AJ-500A targets tumour ablation with advanced cooling and multi-mode capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Rafaelo: Radiofrequency ablation procedure for haemorrhoids
• Fistura
• Veineo
• Viridex
• Sphera
• EVRF
• MedRF4000
• AJ-500A

Products and services

• Rafaelo® RF generator Monopolar RF generator at 4 MHz designed for the Rafaelo® procedure, a radiofrequency ablation method for treating grade 2, 3 and some grade 4 internal haemorrhoids in outpatient proctological practice.
• EVRF® RF generator Monopolar RF generator for treating varicose veins (saphenous veins) and telangiectasias, with plug-and-play parameter presets, touchscreen interface, and foot pedal for hands-free energy delivery.
• MedRF4000® RF generator World's first all-in-one medical RF generator for treating multiple vascular and proctological conditions via radiofrequency ablation at 4 MHz, featuring automatic probe detection, tilted touchscreen with animated guidance, USB port for data export and future software updates.
• AJ-500A RF generator Radiofrequency ablation system for tumour treatment (liver, lung, thyroid) with multiple operating modes (Pulsed, Manual, Temperature, C-track, A-track), peristaltic pump cooling at 130 ml/min, and support for up to three electrodes.
• Viridex®RF generator Monopolar RF generator at 4 MHz with preset parameters for treating skin conditions including telangiectasias, wrinkles, stretch marks, age spots, angiomas, rosacea, fibromas, and skin tags using specialized microneedles.
• Viridex®US ultrasound generator Ultrasound cavitation generator for non-invasive body contouring and fat reduction, using hard ceramic plates for uniform energy distribution, adjustable power in 5% increments, two generators with up to 12 ultrasound plates per treatment, and three pulse modes.
• Sphera™ probe RF probe with a spherical end coated with chromium nitride for treating Grade I and II internal haemorrhoids via radiofrequency thermocoagulation at 4 MHz, ensuring smooth non-stick contact on delicate tissue.
• Rafaelo® Pack Complete set of single-use accessories for performing the Rafaelo® radiofrequency ablation procedure for haemorrhoids, including anoscope, RF probe, and procedure-specific consumables.
• Fistura® Pack Complete set of single-use accessories for performing the Fistura® radiofrequency ablation procedure for anal fistulas.
• CR45i Packs Complete packs of single-use consumables for vascular specialists performing RF ablation of saphenous veins.
• RF probes Ultrafine single-use RF probes for delivering radiofrequency energy during ablation procedures.
• Fistura® RF catheters Single-use RF catheters available in various sizes for treating anal fistulas with different diameters.
• Veineo® RF catheters Unbreakable yet extraordinarily flexible single-use RF catheters for varicose vein treatment, designed to navigate even the most tortuous veins.
• AJ-500A RF electrodes RF electrodes for tumour ablation, including L-shaped internally cooled electrodes and straight internally cooled electrodes compatible with the AJ-500A system.
• Anoscopes Slotted anoscopes providing excellent visibility and maneuverability for proctological procedures.
• RF needles and needle holder Ultrafine RF needles for delicate dermatological procedures, including K3i (0.075 mm), K6i (0.150 mm), and L-shaped needles with needle holder.
• RF generator maintenance and repair services Technical support, maintenance, and repair services for F Care Systems RF generators, providing aftermarket service revenue beyond the initial equipment sale.

Quantifiable outcome

• Patients can return to daily activities within 3 to 5 days after Rafaelo therapy (based on Dr. Yann Redon's clinical feedback).
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• SouthmediccoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSouthmedic has joined F Care Systems' network as the new distributor in Canada. Michael visited Southmedic to ensure their team is fully trained and equipped with the product knowledge and expertise needed to support F Care Systems products and meet Canadian customer needs. This partnership marks the beginning of F Care Systems' presence in the Canadian market.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Boston Scientific: Boston Scientific is a diversified interventional device maker with RF ablation offerings across several specialties — providing overlapping procedural capabilities and capital-plus-consumable contracting power that competes for the same hospital accounts as F Care.
• Medtronic: Medtronic, through its Covidien heritage, sells the ClosureFast RF generator for varicose vein ablation — directly competing with F Care's EVRF/Veineo platform while also serving as a broad incumbent across many RF-driven therapies.
• Olympus: Olympus provides endoscopy and therapeutic devices used in proctology and GI procedures; while not a pure RF ablation play, its installed endoscope base and surgical instrument portfolio create competitive pressure in proctological workflows where F Care's Rafaelo and Fistura compete.

Direct peers

• Cynosure: Cynosure (a division of Hologic) manufactures energy-based aesthetic devices including RF and ultrasound platforms that overlap with F Care's Viridex product family in dermatology and aesthetic practices.
• Cutera: Cutera produces RF and energy-based aesthetic systems (e.g., truSculpt, Secret RF) that compete with Viridex RF/US in body contouring and skin therapy markets served by private dermatology practices.
• Bowa-electronic: Bowa-electronic is a German-based electrosurgery and RF device maker selling generators and accessories into European hospitals — a regional and product-line peer to F Care's monopolar RF generator portfolio.
• AngioDynamics: AngioDynamics markets the Solero and RITA RF ablation systems for tumour ablation (liver, kidney, lung) — directly overlapping F Care's AJ-500A generator in interventional oncology indications.
• Söring: Söring is a German manufacturer of high-frequency electrosurgical and RF ablation generators used across surgical specialties — a direct competitor with overlapping capital equipment and consumable categories to F Care's generator family.
• InMode: InMode is a leading aesthetic medical device company offering RF and RF-assisted lipolysis platforms (BodyTite, Morpheus8) that compete directly with F Care's Viridex RF and Viridex US aesthetic dermatology lines.

Emerging players

• Venclose: Venclose develops RF catheter technology specifically for venous ablation and chronic venous insufficiency — emerging as a focused competitor to F Care's Veineo and CR45i varicose vein portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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