The object
Joe Kiani co-invented Masimo SET, a signal-extraction pulse-oximetry technology designed to measure blood oxygen reliably during motion and low perfusion. Masimo describes the technology's broad adoption by patient-monitoring suppliers, while a 2026 Forbes profile credits Kiani with improving pulse-oximeter performance and documents his current executive work.
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What Joe did
Co-invented Masimo Signal Extraction Technology for pulse oximetry during patient motion and low perfusion.
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Why it matters
Masimo SET made difficult pulse-oximetry measurements more reliable and became a widely adopted hospital-monitoring technology.
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Living-status check
Forbes updated Kiani's profile on July 15, 2026 and identifies his current leadership roles after Masimo.