Brand Snapshot: Why choose Not Just a Patch?

 

• Founded by: Pete Lomas, a Type 1 Diabetic (T1D)

• Product purpose: Durable, waterproof adhesive patches to secure CGM sensors (Dexcom, Libre, Medtronic, etc.).

• Core innovation: Non-stick center: Allows patch changes without removing or compromising the sensor.

• Adhesion goal: Lasting 10-15 days, even during swimming, high-impact activity, or high-humidity days.

• Trust & Compliance: First and only CGM patch brand in the world with both U.S. FDA Registration and EU MDR Certification.

 

Our Story: Born from the Challenge of T1D

 

My name is Pete Lomas- a person with type 1 diabetes – and I’m the founder of Not Just a Patch.

 

I’m also proudly…Aussie!

 

Living an active life, I found that activities, such as swimming and yoga was causing my CGM (initially a FreeStyle Libre) to come loose. The anxiety and fear of prematurely losing an expensive sensor started negatively impacting my daily routine. The moment an edge started lifting, it was my first thought upon waking: “How is my CGM this morning?” Who needs that angst!

 

If I was to spend an hour in the ocean training for the Bondi to Bronte annual ocean swim, I had no choice but to protect my Freestyle Libre CGM.  CGM’s are amazing technology, but when dealing with the randomness of the human skin, they need help, even in the most mundane slow paced circumstances, lasting 10 or 14 or 15 days is a challenge for any standard adhesive.

 

This frustration led me to create makeshift patches to secure my CGM sensor. After extensive testing, analyzing designs, materials, and adhesives, the idea expanded to purpose-built patches that fit all the major CGM models: Dexcom, Freestyle Libre, Medtronic, and also insulin pumps like Omnipod. Not Just a Patch was born right here in Australia, at my kitchen table in my apartment in Potts Point.

 

Innovation that keeps you going: key features

 

We (the NJAP Team and I) have a simple mission: to never stop making better patches to keep CGMs stuck on you even in the most demanding conditions.

 

Our CGM patches were tested through the hottest Aussie summers, during beach swims, sweaty workouts, and high-humidity days to make sure they stay put when you need them most.

 

The Non-Stick Center Innovation

 

A key innovation that truly differentiates Not Just a Patch is our “non-stick” back section of the patch. This design is engineered to avoid sticking directly to the sensor itself, allowing you to easily:

• Change the adhesive patch as often as you like (for hygiene or style).

• Remove the patch without compromising or pulling on your expensive CGM sensor.

With complete coverage of the device, it gives you the confidence that your CGM sensor is protected and won’t prematurely come off.

 

Not Just a Patch: FDA Registered & EU MDR Class I

 

For products relied upon by people managing chronic conditions, transparency and responsibility matter.

Not Just a Patch is the first CGM patch brand in the world to achieve both U.S. FDA registration and European Class I medical device (EU MDR) certification, the highest global standards for medical device safety and quality.

Not Just a Patch is FDA registered, and our products are classified as EU MDR Class I medical device accessories. This means our patches are manufactured to the most stringent medical-grade standards and distributed in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements in both the United States and the European Union.

We take a conservative, responsible approach to compliance, focusing on material quality, skin safety, and long-wear comfort for CGM users.

• U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) registered: Not Just a Patch is registered with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, as required for applicable medical device accessories.

• EU MDR (European Class I Medical Device) certified: Our products are classified under the European Union Medical Device Regulation (MDR) as Class I medical device accessories.

• Hypoallergenic: We use medical-grade, hypoallergenic adhesive to minimize skin irritation, a key concern for long-term CGM users.

• Trusted retail partners: Not Just a Patch products are available through healthcare distributors and major retail chains in over 18 countries, including CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens, and Chemist Warehouse.

 

Our Mission: Community, confidence, and self-expression

 

In the process of creating these essential patches, I discovered a sense of self-expression that came from wearing them. We recognize that options are required to suit every wearer’s needs and style, offering everything from vibrant colors to discreet, transparent patches.

Ultimately, to be more than just a better patch design, it was never about just selling a patch; it was always about being part of a community. We are committed to supporting our T1D community by:

• Implementing our healthcare professional grant program.

• Supporting T1D charities.

• Making our patches available to anyone working in healthcare.

We get joy from recognizing the great work that Diabetic Specialists, Diabetes Educators and Clinics are doing for our community and our Grants Funding Program is a small way of saying thank you.

“Not Just a Patch” is more than just a great patch; it’s about making your life a little easier, giving you more confidence while wearing your sensor, having some fun with self-expression, and giving back to support those less fortunate.

Happy Patching!