The legacy of Dr. Domingo Braile and the transformation of world medicine.
Dedication that opened doors
For Dr. Domingo Braile, innovation was not a goal, it was a necessity to save lives and democratize access to treatments that were previously unimaginable.
Dr. Domingo Braile performed thousands of surgeries throughout his life.
Implemented 21 cardiac surgery services in Brazil.
He trained more than 200 residents and specialists in surgery.
He was one of the first to perform cardiac surgery with extracorporeal circulation outside of capital cities.
He lived medicine as a mission, combining technique and humanity.
The origin of Braille.
In 1977, driven by the desire to expand people's access to cardiac surgery, Dr. Domingo founded IMC Biomédica, which would later become Braile. The company was born with a bold purpose: to produce highly complex devices that previously depended on imports, such as heart valves, oxygenators, and extracorporeal circulation machines.
By replacing foreign dependence with domestic technology, Braile has propelled Brazil to the top of the world in cardiac surgery.
Purpose-driven growth
Over the decades, the company:
It became a national leader in devices for cardiac surgery.
It developed technologies that are recognized worldwide.
It went on to operate in more than 50 countries, from America to Europe.
He built a team with over 400 dedicated professionals.
It expanded its solutions into four specialized lines: Structural, Perfusion, Vascular, and Valves.
A living legacy
Dr. Domingo Braile passed away in 2020, but his vision remains present in every device he created, in every patient he treated, and in every professional trained under his influence. His story, marked by courage, discipline, and love for medicine, shaped a movement of national transformation.
His daughter Patrícia Braile and his grandson Rafael Braile continue to honor his commitment, bringing excellent medical technology to those who need it most, keeping alive the mission of the "heart mender" who changed the history of healthcare.
Patrícia Braile
President
With a law degree from USP and a Master's degree in Philosophy from PUC, Patrícia Braile answered her father's call and joined the company with the mission of building a solid foundation for Braile's sustainable growth.
She was responsible for structuring and implementing strategic areas such as Quality, Human Resources, and other sectors essential for an ethical and responsible organization. A champion of ethics and compliance, she implemented Braile's Compliance Committee and brought a more human-centered approach to business management, contributing decisively to the company's continuous transformation and evolution. She is actively involved in the industrial sector, serving on the boards and councils of entities such as ABIMO, CIESP, FIESP, SESI, SENAI, ACIRP, Instituto Ética Saúde, and ABRAIDI.
Rafael Braile
Vice President
With a degree in Mechanical Engineering from USP and currently studying Business Innovation at Harvard University, Rafael Braile joined the company with a vision for the future and the purpose of highlighting the strength of Brazilian technology for Brazil and the world.
He works focusing on the development of new technologies that generate a positive impact and contribute to improving people's quality of life. He is also the Executive Director of Biotrade, a company in the Braile group in Portugal, and a member of the board of the Technology Park and the supervisory board of the Association of Information Technology Professionals and Companies of São José do Rio Preto (SP).
They both embody the company's greater purpose: Caring for People!
Responsible for supplying more than 60% of the heart valves for the Brazilian public health system (SUS).
Valves made from a single piece of bovine pericardium since 1977.
For over 35 years, we have been developing and evolving vascular products.
R&D Department
This area brings together the leading team in Research, Development and Innovation at Braile.
Experimental Campus
The merging of the "Prof. Dr. E. J. Zerbini" Experimental Surgical Center with the "Dr. Lino Braile and Dr. Lino Ítalo Braile" Testing Laboratory.
Mission
To transform public health so that more and more patients can be treated for their cardiovascular diseases and people have access to quality healthcare and innovative technologies.
Vision
We are a benchmark for doctors, patients, and healthcare systems in all regions where we operate. Braille is a market leader.
Values
Social responsibility
As a company committed to human well-being and development, we are constantly seeking ways to positively impact society and the environment.
Over the years, we have implemented a series of initiatives focused on the ESG pillars, which stand for Environmental, Social, and Governance.
Segregation and sale of waste for recycling, with the proceeds from the sales being reinvested in initiatives aimed at employees;
Gestión de residuos;
Treatment of wastewater discharged into the sewage system;
Use/purchase of energy from renewable sources (free energy market).
Apprenticeship Program (Youth Force), Internship Program and Scholarship programs;
Concern for the community through donations of food, clothing, participation in various social actions, assistance with feeding and improving the living conditions of homeless people, donation of toys, etc.
Connecting with the community through participation in activities organized by local organizations and visits to the company.
Board of Directors with rules governing the conduct of directors, family members, and external managers within the company;
Compliance Committee that aims to ensure ethical and respectful relationships between all parties involved;
Ongoing audits to ensure that all company obligations are met and monitored;
Investment in innovation and strategic planning guarantee the future of the business.
Equity policies
Braile affirms its social responsibility through equal pay, equity, and well-being in the workplace, in accordance with Law No. 14.611/2023.
Our initiatives include a job, salary and career plan, extended maternity leave, childcare assistance, flexible working hours, and mental health programs.