Why We Reimagined Virtual Physical Therapy

Arjun Rishi, Co-Founder & CEO, is a repeat entrepreneur focused on making recovery more human-centric. After his own struggles with physical therapy, he founded Virdio Health to transform recovery with AR and motion intelligence. Previously, he scaled Vastera (NASDAQ: VAST) globally and led fitness-tech startup Khaylo.

Arjun Rishi is a seasoned entrepreneur with a strong track record in technology and innovation that drives real-world impact. He founded Virdio Health in 2019 to revolutionize physical therapy through motion intelligence, behavioral science, and augmented reality. A passionate fitness enthusiast, Arjun personally experienced the challenges of traditional physical therapy during his recovery from lower back and knee issues. These experiences, coupled with his expertise in motion technology, inspired him to create Virdio Health, a platform designed to make recovery effective, personalized, and accessible from anywhere. Prior to Virdio Health, Arjun led Khaylo, a machine learning company leveraging smartphone sensors for exercise tracking, and founded Vastera (NASDAQ: VAST), scaling it from a three-person operation to a global organization with over 600 employees across 15 countries before taking it public. His deep understanding of scaling platforms and user behavior underpins his ability to build category-defining products.

Ty Bordner, Co-Founder & Chief Commercial Officer, leads growth and revenue strategies at Virdio Health. With over 30 years of experience, he’s scaled businesses like Vastera and Amber Road to IPO and strategic acquisitions.

Ty Bordner brings over three decades of experience in enterprise software, commercial strategy, and go-to-market leadership. At Virdio Health, he oversees strategic partnerships, business development, and revenue growth to expand the reach of the company’s AR-powered physical therapy platform. Previously, he held senior leadership roles at Amber Road, where he served as SVP of Sales and Marketing. At Amber Road, he played a critical role in enabling the company’s IPO and subsequent acquisition by e2open in 2019. Prior to that he held executive roles in engineering, sales and product management helping Vastera scale the company to its IPO and eventual acquisition by JPMorgan Chase. His blend of product knowledge, operational leadership, and market expertise ensures Virdio Health’s continued growth.

Nicholas Sterling, Chief R&D Officer, leads the development of Virdio Health’s MobiCore™ technology. With 30+ years in AI and real-time systems, his leadership ensures seamless, advanced motion tracking for patient recovery.

Nicholas Sterling is a technology leader with over 30 years of experience in cutting-edge software innovation, specializing in real-time systems and AI-driven solutions. At Virdio Health, Nicholas leads the development of MobiCore™, the company’s proprietary motion recognition engine, enabling advanced physical therapy experiences without external hardware. Previously, Nicholas was Principal Software Architect at Khaylo, where he advanced exercise recognition using mobile-driven machine learning. He also held leadership roles at companies such as Coraid and Sun Microsystems, where he contributed significantly to the Solaris ecosystem and developed tools like Warlock for advanced code analysis. His expertise spans distributed systems, performance optimization, and image analysis, ensuring that Virdio’s tech infrastructure is robust, scalable, and future proof.

Dr. Desai, Chief Medical Officer, is a pain medicine and physical medicine & rehabilitation expert driving clinical strategy at Virdio Health. A board-certified physician and academic leader, he ensures the platform delivers effective, patient-focused outcomes.

Dr. Desai is a nationally respected leader in pain medicine and musculoskeletal care, with more than 20 years of clinical experience. At Virdio Health, Dr. Desai leads the company’s clinical strategy and research, ensuring the platform stays grounded in evidence-based care and delivers meaningful outcomes for patients. Dr. Desai is board-certified in Pain Medicine and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. He serves as President of the International Spine, Pain & Performance Center and is Chief of the Division of Pain Medicine at Virginia Hospital Center, alongside his role as Clinical Associate Professor at The George Washington University School of Medicine. A champion for innovation, Dr. Desai focuses on bridging advanced digital solutions with the realities of everyday patient care.

McKenna Lupold, DPT, Board Advisor, is a licensed physical therapist and pelvic health specialist who advises Virdio Health on clinical workflows and patient engagement strategies.

McKenna Lupold, DPT, combines her expertise as a licensed physical therapist, pelvic health specialist, and clinic director to provide actionable insights into the design and usability of Virdio Health’s platform. Her patient-first approach ensures the platform meets both clinical and real-world needs.
Currently serving as Clinic Director at Phoenix Physical Therapy, McKenna also part of The Bladder Coach program, a virtual pelvic health coaching service. She brings a diverse background in outpatient orthopedics and rehabilitation, advising the company on best practices for clinicians and program design for patients.

Art Hoath, Board Advisor, is a healthcare veteran who advises Virdio Health on payer strategies and growth. With expertise in value-based care, he helps optimize partnerships that benefit both payers and patients.

Art Hoath is a healthcare industry veteran with over 25 years of leadership in payer solutions, value-based care, and cost optimization. As Board Advisor to Virdio Health, he provides strategic guidance on go-to-market efforts, channel partnerships, and payer engagement to help scale the platform.
Currently Chief Revenue Officer at Vitori Health, Art has held executive roles at healthcare innovators such as AMPS, Valenz, and Zelis. He has consistently led initiatives that reduce health plan costs while improving access and member experience. His expertise ensures that Virdio Health aligns with the needs of self-funded employers and forward-thinking health plans.