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Aqua Medical Appoints Robert Haggerty As President and Chief Executive Officer

PRIVATEAug 04, 2026•5 days ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Aqua Medical

Robert Haggerty
CaliforniaBiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalMedical DeviceTherapeutics

Description

Aqua Medical has named Robert 'Bob' Haggerty as president and chief executive officer, effective July 31, to lead the next phase of development for its diabetes treatment. Haggerty succeeds Lloyd Mencinger, who is stepping down after nine years at the helm.

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Company

Aqua Medical

Location

California, United States

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Aqua Medical is developing minimally invasive endoscopic therapies for type 2 diabetes and Barrett’s Esophagus. The company is focused on advancing a proprietary radiofrequency vapor ablation platform designed for outpatient settings. Aqua Medical aims to expand access to interventional metabolic therapies. The company is targeting a large market with significant unmet needs.

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