Aflevering Episode 88: How Layco Makes Childbirth Safer And Healthcare Greener With Dieuwertje Drexhage

Did you know that healthcare produces twice as much CO2 as aviation? Most medical tools are designed for single use, creating massive waste, high costs, and supply chain risks. Dieuwertje Drexhage saw this firsthand while working in a rural hospital in Kenya. She co-founded Layco to change that, starting with reusable vacuum extractors that make childbirth safer, more affordable, and more sustainable. In this episode, we cover why most medical equipment isn’t designed for 70 percent of the world’s population, how reusable vacuum extractors can save both money and lives, and how Layco balances reusability with safety. Plus, Dieuwertje and her male co-founder share how they use humor to challenge assumptions about who the technical founder is. Tune in to learn how we can rethink healthcare for a healthier, greener future.