Want to find out more about the IYASU story, the founder behind our range of vegan medical bags and our sustainable, cruelty-free materials? Then read on!
IYASU (pronounced I-ya-soo) is a luxury brand of medical bags, with sustainable, ethical fashion at the heart of its philosophy.
The brand was created by Dr Catherine Fernando, a Scottish GP. She envisioned a collection where beauty and functionality played vital parts. She also wanted that the bags reflect the needs and desires of the increasing numbers of female healthcare professionals.
It was important to her that the bags were made of the most eco-friendly and cruelty-free materials possible. And that they were produced without harm to the world, people or animals.
Iyasu is a Japanese word that means ‘to heal’.
To us, it exemplifies the work of dedicated healthcare professionals all over the world.
A Short History of Medical Bags and the Rise of Women in Medicine.
InspirationalWomen
At IYASU, we have chosen to honour some of the outstanding women in Medicine who have fought for social equality, revolutionised medical science and achieved inspirational feats of academic or humanitarian work.
Find out more about these pioneering women who are part of the IYASU story.
Elizabeth Blackwell
1821 – 1910
Elsie Inglis
1921 – 2011
Marie Curie
1867 – 1934
Gertrude Elion Bell
1918 – 1999
Rosalyn Yarow
1821 – 1910
Virginia Apgar
1909 – 1974
Mae Jemison
1956 –
