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Don’t Build A Unicorn, Build A Useful Zebra: Interview with DeepLook CEO Marissa Fayer
April 10, 2024 16:48 - 54 minutes - 74.3 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an engaging conversation with Marissa Fayer, CEO of DeepLook Medical. This startup is developing AI-powered diagnostic tools that help radiologists detect cancerous lesions in dense tissue. Marissa has over two decades of experience as a medtech executive, entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist, spanning companies like Hologic and Olympus. She’s the founder of HERhealthEQ, a non-profit focused on advancing global women's health, and ...
Managing to a Successful Acquisition: Interview with LimFlow CEO Dan Rose
April 03, 2024 18:27 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an enlightening discussion with Dan Rose, former CEO of LimFlow, which recently sold to Inari Medical. The minimally-invasive LimFlow System is designed to bypass blocked arteries in the leg and rush blood back into the foot, potentially avoiding major amputation, resolving pain, and promoting wound healing. A leader with 25 years of experience in the medical device space, Dan has worked in both multinational corporations and startup ventur...
How to Run Your Medtech Startup on a Budget: Interview with Syntr Health CEO Ahmed Zobi
March 27, 2024 14:48 - 1 hour - 94.8 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down for an engaging chat with Ahmed Zobi, founder and CEO of Syntr Health Technologies, which has developed an automated microfat processing system for use in aesthetics and plastic surgery. The FDA-cleared SyntrFuge device allows clinicians to harvest patients’ adipose tissue and then reinject it as processed microfat within minutes into the desired area, eliminating the use of fillers. Ahmed has a decade of experience in the medical dev...
Finding Your Place in the Healthcare Ecosystem: Interview with Vivante Health CEO Bill Snyder
March 20, 2024 16:15 - 50 minutes - 69.6 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an engaging conversation with Bill Snyder, CEO of Vivante Health, a startup commercializing an all-in-one digital platform for digestive health conditions. GIThrive is a platform that combines data-driven technology with a team of physicians, registered dietitians, and health coaches to deliver personalized care. With over 15 years of experience in healthcare technology, Bill's background includes building and leading national sales effort...
Crowdfunding and IPOs for Medtech Startups: Interview with Monogram Orthopedics CEO Benjamin Sexson
March 13, 2024 15:33 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had a fun and insightful conversation with Benjamin Sexson, co-founder and CEO of Monogram Orthopedics. At Monogram, Ben and his team are developing a fully autonomous robotic system for knee replacement surgery. Benjamin's tenure at Pro-Dex, one of the world's top manufacturers of orthopedic robotic components, eventually brought him to lead the development and launch of Monogram’s flagship product mBôs. Ben has authored multiple patents and...
How to Innovate in Medtech with Limited Means: Interview with Field Medical CEO Dr. Steven Mickelsen
March 07, 2024 18:18 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an inspiring discussion with Dr. Steven Mickelsen, CEO of Field Medical, which is developing the next generation of pulse field ablation (PFA) technology to address ventricular arrhythmias. Starting out his career as a professional musician, Steven made a pivotal shift in his late twenties and ventured into the world of medicine. As a practicing electrophysiology (EP) physician, he has combined his medical expertise with an entrepreneurial...
Grit and the Power of Showing Up: Interview with Venture Capitalist Anish Kaushal
February 28, 2024 17:43 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had a riveting conversation with Anish Kaushal, an ex-physician turned healthcare investor at Amplitude Ventures, one of Canada's leading healthcare VC firms. Anish's engagement with venture capital began at M Ventures in Amsterdam, a corporate VC fund of Merck KGaA, where he quickly developed a passion for the field. Outside of his professional pursuits, Anish is an avid reader and writer who has published over 900 articles and summarized 250...
The Essentials of Building the Right Foundation: Interview with Neuro42 Co-founder Abhita Batra
February 22, 2024 18:19 - 20 minutes - 28.7 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Abhita Batra, co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Neuro42. The company recently received 510(k) clearance for its portable head and brain MRI system, which integrates MRI, AI, and robotics in one platform. Abhita holds a B.E. in Biotechnology from Panjab University, an M.S. in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology from the University of Pennsylvania, and Executive MBAs from UCLA Anderson and the National University of Singapore. Befor...
Empathy-Driven Innovation: Interview with MOLLI Surgical CEO Ananth Ravi
February 14, 2024 15:59 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an engaging conversation with Ananth Ravi, CEO of MOLLI Surgical, a medtech startup that has developed an award-winning, wire-free soft tissue localization technology for breast cancer surgery. Growing up in Zambia, Ananth lost his best friend to treatable brain cancer, which ignited his passion for creating equitable and innovative cancer care solutions. Before founding MOLLI Surgical, he served as a medical physicist at Sunnybrook Odette ...
Think Big, Start Small, and Prioritize Ruthlessly: Interview with InterShunt CEO Harlee Sorkin
February 07, 2024 23:10 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Harlee Sorkin, CEO of InterShunt Technologies, a startup developing a minimally invasive catheter designed to treat heart failure. By improving blood flow and lessening the heart's workload via a shunt, the company's technology holds promise for easing heart failure symptoms. Harlee is a co-founder of Common Place Holdings, a venture studio that has spun out eight medtech startups, including InterShunt. Before Common Place, Harlee...
Why Learning Fast Beats Failing Fast: Interview with Portal Instruments CEO Patrick Anquetil
January 31, 2024 19:18 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an insightful discussion with Patrick Anquetil, CEO of Portal Instruments, a company developing a novel needle-free drug delivery system. This cutting-edge technology promises to revolutionize how medications are administered, making the process less invasive, more precise, and more comfortable for patients. Patrick brings over 20 years of experience leading bioengineering companies from concept to commercial success. Before Portal, he co-...
Taking the Stress Out of Conception: Interview with Béa Fertility CEO Tess Cosad
January 24, 2024 16:10 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Tess Cosad, a femtech enthusiast and CEO of Béa Fertility. Béa offers effective, hormone-free, affordable, at-home fertility treatments and ovulation tracking as an alternative to traditional clinic-based offerings. Before Béa, Tess founded Emberson Ventures, a B2B marketing agency, and Hers By Design, a femtech company. She was also the first woman to lead a digital marketing-focused accelerator program in Saudi Arabia. In this...
Building a Startup in a Collaborative Ecosystem: Interview with Noa Therapeutics CEO Carla Spina
January 16, 2024 16:07 - 30 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an awesome chat with Carla Spina, the pioneering force behind Noa Therapeutics. Carla and her team are developing treatments for inflammatory skin diseases with their innovative multimodal small-molecule therapies. Carla began her academic journey at the University of Calgary in the fields of inorganic and analytical chemistry, and continued with a Ph.D. in Bioinorganic Chemistry at McGill University. After going to BASF in Germany to deve...
Balancing Innovation with Practical Outsourcing: Interview with Spark Biomedical CEO Daniel Powell
January 08, 2024 22:07 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had a fascinating discussion with Daniel Powel, CEO of Spark Biomedical, the company behind Sparrow Ascent, a drug-free wearable device to combat opioid withdrawal symptoms. It is also advancing neurostimulation technology to address Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome. Daniel found his true passion in medical devices, specifically neurostimulation, in 2006 and has since launched multiple products in the space for companies like St. Jude Medic...
Shaping the Future of Alzheimer’s Care: Interview with Sinaptica CEO Ken Mariash
January 03, 2024 16:45 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an enlightening conversation with Ken Mariash, a leading figure in the neuromodulation space and the CEO of Sinaptica Therapeutics, where his team is developing groundbreaking treatments for Alzheimer's disease. Their device delivers non-invasive neuromodulation therapy to key networks of the brain and has shown unprecedented improvement in treating this debilitating disease. Ken's two decades of experience leading sophisticated organizati...
Your Network is Your Net Worth: Interview with NeuroOne CEO Dave Rosa
December 27, 2023 18:14 - 26 minutes - 36.4 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an insightful conversation with Dave Rosa, President and CEO of NeuroOne, a company developing high-definition, minimally invasive neurology devices utilizing unique thin-film electrode technology. Dave brings over three decades of experience in the medical device industry. His career spans several key roles at major firms like C.R. Bard, Boston Scientific, and St. Jude Medical, focusing on marketing, product development, strategy, and com...
Pioneering AI in Patient Diagnosis: Interview with Digital Diagnostics CEO John Bertrand
December 20, 2023 17:42 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with John Bertrand, the CEO of Digital Diagnostics, a company that is pioneering AI healthcare systems. Its flagship product, LumineticsCore, is an algorithm that autonomously diagnoses patients with diabetic retinopathy. John's career started at Epic Systems, where he rapidly advanced through various roles, focusing on product and business development. His expertise in digital healthcare, honed at Epic, led to his role at 8VC, a Sili...
Collaborating for Clinical Credibility: Interview with Strados Labs CEO Nick Delmonico
December 14, 2023 16:53 - 22 minutes - 31 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had a fun discussion with Nick Delmonico, CEO of Strados Labs, the company developing a wearable stethoscope to remotely capture lung sounds. Nick boasts a dynamic background with an MBA from the Fox School of Business at Temple University and a Bachelor's in Accounting from the University of Delaware. His career includes roles at ECG Management Consultants, PwC, and J.P. Morgan, where he honed his skills in healthcare strategy, commercializa...
How to Secure Widespread Adoption of Novel Technology: Interview with Magnolia Medical CEO Greg Bullington
December 11, 2023 17:49 - 28 minutes - 38.5 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had a riveting conversation with Greg Bullington, co-founder and CEO of Magnolia Medical, who is leading a team in the development of Steripath, a revolutionary device that dramatically improves the accuracy of sepsis tests. Greg’s previous expertise includes leadership positions across biotech, healthcare access, and enterprise software. Over the last decade, Greg has shaped every facet of Magnolia's success, from creating their own category a...
How to Get Users to Fall in Love with Your Product: Interview with SafKan Health CEO Sahil Diwan
December 07, 2023 16:54 - 29 minutes - 40.3 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had a spirited conversation with Sahil Diwan, CEO of SafKan Health. Sahil's company is developing the OtoSet, the first automated and FDA-cleared ear-cleaning device. With a background in computer science from the University of Oregon, Sahil's entrepreneurial journey began early. He was already coding at the age of 16 and building startups during his college years. Sahil’s venture into medical technology was inspired by his brother Aadil's str...
Winning Together in Medtech: Interview with Orchestra BioMed CEO David Hochman
December 04, 2023 19:01 - 25 minutes - 35 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had a riveting chat with David Hochman, founder and CEO of Orchestra BioMed, a company accelerating high-impact technologies through risk-reward-sharing partnerships with leading medical device companies. David has over two decades of experience in healthcare entrepreneurship, venture capital, and investment banking. He has a history of leading successful medical startups, including Orchestra Medical Ventures and Accelerated Technologies. As Ch...
From Nurse to Medical Device Entrepreneur: Interview with Swiftsure CEO Deanne McCarthy
December 01, 2023 22:54 - 25 minutes - 35.1 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Deanne McCarthy, founder and CEO of Swiftsure Innovations, a company developing a device capable of safely and effectively cleaning the oral cavity of patients on life support. Deanne was a critical care nurse before she decided to make the switch to medtech entrepreneur. With Deanne's commitment to empowering nurses and enhancing patient outcomes, Swiftsure has assembled an adept team and a robust group of advisors that has enab...
Connecting the Dots Between Medtech and AI: Interview with Sonio CEO Cecile Brosset
November 27, 2023 17:20 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Cecile Brosset Dubois, CEO of Sonio, a company dedicated to revolutionizing obstetric ultrasound through AI technology. Cecile began her career in 2005 at Capgemini, later advancing to Bain & Company. Her strategic insights as Head of Strategy at FSI - Fonds Stratégique d'Investissement - and her pivotal roles at Bpifrance set the stage for Cecile's entrepreneurial journey. At Kamet Ventures, she fully embraced the startup world...
Rising to the PMA Challenge as a First-Time Founder: Interview with Corveus CEO Tyler Melton
November 22, 2023 00:20 - 21 minutes - 29.6 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had a chat with Tyler Melton, the co-founder and CEO of Corveus Medical, a Houston-based startup on a mission to redefine heart failure treatment. Tyler previously worked at Accenture, consulting for top-tier pharmaceutical companies, and at the J&J Center for Device Innovation, where he honed his skills in strategic planning and financial modeling. He then joined the Texas Medical Center Biodesign Program, where he uncovered his current missi...
A Self-Starter’s Guide to Medtech: Interview with Liberate Medical CEO Angus McLachlan
November 15, 2023 17:57 - 32 minutes - 44.7 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Angus McLachlan, CEO of Liberate Medical, a company pioneering a non-invasive neuromuscular electrical stimulator to prevent muscle weakening in patients who rely on a ventilator to breathe. Angus has a rich academic and professional history that intersects engineering and healthcare. Originating from Scotland, Angus began his academic journey in mechanical engineering at the University of Glasgow. This laid the foundation for his...
Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Medtech: Interview with Fisher Wallace CEO Kelly Roman
November 08, 2023 15:58 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Kelly Roman, co-founder and CEO of Fisher Wallace, a company spearheading the development of wearable brain stimulation technology aimed at providing relief from depression, anxiety, and insomnia. Kelly is a Harvard graduate with an English major who took an unconventional path to medtech inspired by his experience co-authoring the graphic novel adaptation of Sun Tzu's "The Art of War." He took a career leap from literature and m...
Childlike Curiosity and the Scientific Approach to Medtech Startups: Interview with Levita Magnetics CEO Dr. Alberto Rodriguez-Navarro
November 03, 2023 15:39 - 27 minutes - 37.3 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we had a chat with Dr. Alberto Rodriguez-Navarro, CEO of Levita Magnetics, a startup aiming to make surgical procedures as minimally invasive as possible with its advanced magnetic technology. Dr. Rodriguez-Navarro is not only a skilled surgeon but a medtech visionary with multiple patents to his name. Discover Alberto's journey spanning his childhood fascination with using magnets to clean the inside of his turtle tank to leveraging this concept...
A Roadmap to Serial Medtech Entrepreneurship: Interview with SinglePass CEO Bill Colone
October 27, 2023 20:35 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Bill Colone, the CEO and Chairman of SinglePass, a company developing an electrocautery device for deep tissue biopsies. Bill previously headed Spinal Singularity, raising over $11 million for product and clinical development. He was VP of R&D at Direct Flow Medical and the President of Endomed, which was sold in 2005. Bill also served in multiple leadership roles at Endologix and holds 13 U.S. patents with more pending. He earned...
How Data is Transforming Medtech: Interview with Avenda Health CEO Shyam Natarajan
October 18, 2023 16:37 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Shyam Natarajan, founder and CEO of Avenda Health, which utilizes artificial intelligence and cutting-edge imaging to improve the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. After getting his PhD in Biomedical Engineering from UCLA, Shyam worked as a postdoctoral scholar in UCLA's Department of Surgery, focusing on minimally invasive surgical interventions. He also managed the UCLA Business of Science Center, spearheading initiati...
Consumer-Facing Medtech: Interview with AliveCor Founder and Chief Medical Officer Dr. David Albert
October 11, 2023 17:35 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Dr. David Albert, founder of AliveCor, which is pioneering the standard for personal ECG devices that extend beyond hardware and encompass services and partnerships to offer comprehensive personal cardiovascular solutions. Dr. Albert is a multifaceted individual — a physician, scientist, inventor, serial entrepreneur, YouTube sensation, and even an adventurous surfer. His academic journey led him from Duke University, where he com...
From Academia to Medtech Entrepreneur: Interview with SpineX CEO Parag Gad
October 04, 2023 17:04 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Parag Gad, who founded SpineX to turn cutting-edge science into life-changing devices. The FDA has granted Breakthrough Device Designation for two of SpineX's non-invasive products aimed at improving the lives of adults with neurogenic bladder conditions and children with cerebral palsy. Parag understands both sides of the coin — the research-intensive academic world and the rigorous standards of healthcare regulation. With SpineX...
Redefining Stroke Recovery: Interview with Kandu Health CEO Kirsten Carroll
September 27, 2023 15:49 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Kirsten Carroll, CEO of Kandu Health, and a medtech veteran specializing in neurovascular disorders with nearly 25 years of experience in the field. Kirsten holds a degree in biomedical engineering and dual master's degrees in business and public health. She has held strategic roles at industry leaders like Boston Scientific and Stryker before joining Imperative Care and co-founding Kandu Health. Her startup focuses on revolution...
Doing Well by Doing Good: Interview with Proprio CEO Gabriel Jones
September 20, 2023 18:08 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Gabriel Jones, co-founder and CEO of Proprio, who has had a career spanning engineering, law, finance, and philanthropy across the world. Gabriel studied engineering at the University of Washington before furthering his career at Tase Kensetsu, a major civil engineering and manufacturing firm in Japan. He then moved to Wall Street to work on large-scale mergers and acquisitions for high-profile clients like AT&T and Google. After...
Mission-Driven Entrepreneurship: Interview with NEXT Life Sciences’ Founder L.R. Fox
September 13, 2023 18:02 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we pull back the curtain on L.R. Fox, the visionary founder of NEXT Life Sciences. With an ambitious mission to democratize family planning, Fox and his team are on the brink of launching their flagship product, Plan A— a groundbreaking male contraceptive. Before founding NEXT Life Sciences, Fox was already a powerhouse entrepreneur in numerous highly regulated industries ranging from cybersecurity to aerospace, including WhiteFox Defense Technolo...
From Chaos to Order: The Journey of a Medtech CEO with Amplifi CEO Sean Morris
September 06, 2023 21:13 - 30 minutes - 42.5 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Sean Morris, CEO of Amplifi, developers of the groundbreaking Vein Dilation System to improve access sites for dialysis patients. Sean started his professional journey selling medical devices for AngioDynamics. Over his ten-year tenure with the company, Sean rose through the ranks to become the Global Vice President of Marketing and later led the entire Peripheral Vascular Division. After leaving AngioD in 2009, he embarked on var...
Bringing the ENT Clinic to the Community: Interview with Tympa Health CEO Dr. Krishan Ramdoo
August 30, 2023 17:48 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Dr. Krishan Ramdoo, the CEO and creative mind behind the Tympa platform, an all-in-one ear and hearing health assessment system that has gained global recognition. Dr. Ramdoo is a celebrated international speaker, researcher, and educator with a keen focus on the intersection of medical science and technology. Some of the accolades Dr. Ramdoo and the Tympa team have received include the prestigious Royal Society of Medicine prize ...
Embracing Ambition Without Arrogance: Interview with Luminelle CEO Allison London Brown
August 23, 2023 18:33 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Allison London Brown, CEO of Luminelle, who has over 25 years of experience in the healthcare space and has been involved in nearly every aspect of product development for women's health. From Fortune 50 companies like Johnson & Johnson and GE Healthcare to founding startups, Allison has seen it all. Now, as the CEO and co-founder of Luminelle, she's channeling her decades of knowledge into a revolutionary new device aiming to tra...
Iterating Towards Perfection in Medtech: Interview with Sonavex CEO David Narrow
August 16, 2023 18:33 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with David Narrow, CEO of Sonavex, who has previously worked with multinational medical device companies on their commercialization and long-term business strategies as a healthcare consultant for Health Advances. David earned his B.S. in Biomedical Engineering with Highest Distinction from the University of Rochester before receiving his Masters from Johns Hopkins University. He was named 30 Under 30 in Healthcare by Forbes in 2016 a...
From Circuit Boards to Brainwaves: Interview with Noctrix Health CEO Shriram Raghunathan
August 09, 2023 15:04 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Shriram Raghunathan, a neuroengineering pioneer and CEO of Noctrix Health. Shri has been leading his team in the development of innovative solutions to improve the lives of patients with neurological disorders like restless leg syndrome, aiming to level the playing field between medical devices and pharmaceuticals in patient care. In this interview, Shri talks about how a mindset of exploration has driven his venture into the dev...
Seizing Unexpected Medtech Opportunities: Interview with Ablative Solutions CEO Kate Rumrill
August 02, 2023 20:37 - 25 minutes - 34.4 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Kate Rumrill, CEO of Ablative Solutions, a clinical-stage medical device startup specializing in transcatheter perivascular alcohol denervation for hypertension. Kate is an accomplished leader with over three decades of comprehensive experience within the medtech and pharmaceutical industries. She brings a unique blend of expertise to the table, spanning roles from clinical affairs to executive management, with pivotal stints at p...
Defying Boundaries in Medtech: Interview with Pixium Vision CEO Lloyd Diamond
July 25, 2023 18:44 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Lloyd Diamond, CEO of Pixium Vision a company that is developing a groundbreaking retinal implant system for patients suffering from advanced dry age-related macular degeneration (dry AMD). Lloyd has a rich history of guiding medtech and biotech companies. His career spans decades, continents, and sectors, and he has been actively involved in both European and American markets. His experiences with large strategic firms and promis...
Funding a Medtech Startup in Uncertain Times: Interview with NovaScan CEO Craig Davis
July 20, 2023 20:16 - 20 minutes - 28.8 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Craig Davis, CEO of NovaScan, a company revolutionizing cancer diagnostics with a low-cost, single-use device capable of real-time cancer detection and stratification. Craig is a strategist, entrepreneur, and leader with a resume boasting a unique blend of business acumen, investment insight, and technical expertise. In this interview, Craig unveils his journey from being a partner at LaSalle Investments to leading the charge in...
Shaping the Future of Mental Health: Interview with Magnus Medical Co-Founder Brett Wingeier
July 13, 2023 17:36 - 24 minutes - 33.4 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Brett Wingeier, co-founder and CTO of Magnus Medical, a privately held medical device company whose FDA-cleared SAINT™ Neuromodulation System aims to revolutionize mental health care. Brett is a prominent figure in neuromodulation, leveraging his expertise in medicine, biology, and engineering to advance the arena within medtech. He was part of the pioneering team at NeuroPace and also co-founded Halo Neuroscience. In this inte...
Failing Forward in Medtech: Interview with Mara McFadden, CEO of Endolumik
July 05, 2023 17:35 - 28 minutes - 38.7 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Mara McFadden CEO of Endolumik, developers of an innovative fluorescence-guided esophagogastric calibration system. Mara graduated as a mechanical engineer from the University of California, Berkeley. She further developed her business acumen during her MBA at Carnegie Mellon University and in various leadership positions with renowned healthcare companies such as Johnson & Johnson and Philips Healthcare. Mara co-founded Endolu...
How Recruiting Top Players Sets the Stage for Medtech Success: Interview with Joe Rafferty, CEO of Vesteck
June 26, 2023 16:17 - 26 minutes - 36 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Joe Rafferty CEO of Vesteck, a developer of medical devices intended to treat patients diagnosed with aortic aneurysms. Joe is a seasoned executive with a wealth of experience designing, building, and commercializing medical devices. In this conversation, Joe shares his storied journey in the medtech space, from his broad experiences within the cardiovascular arena to his current role leading Vesteck. Joe offers valuable insights ...
Bridging the Gap Between Clinical Trials and Commercial Success: Interview With Rob Ball, CEO of Shoulder Innovations
June 19, 2023 21:06 - 23 minutes - 32.3 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Rob Ball CEO of Shoulder Innovations, a leading orthopedic device company recognized for developing one of the most robust and stable glenoid platforms in the industry. Rob, a graduate of Kettering University with a deep-rooted passion for engineering, has dedicated over two decades of his professional life to medical device technologies. Rob has over 30 issued or pending patents and has been instrumental in the growth of several ...
What it Takes to Bring a Medical Device to Market: Interview with Tim Blair, CEO of ICHOR
June 13, 2023 02:55 - 37 minutes - 85.4 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Tim Blair, CEO of ICHOR, an early-stage company developing a novel approach to thrombectomy in the peripheral vascular system. With a rich, 30+ year career in the medtech industry, Tim Bhas held diverse roles spanning sales, marketing, and strategy development, both in multinationals and startups. In 2009, Tim brought his strategic vision to NAMSA, shaping it into one of the world's first Medical Research Organizations (MROs). Cur...
Aligning Mutual Interests to Build Long-Term Partnerships: Interview with Alio CEO Dave Kuraguntla
June 04, 2023 02:45 - 24 minutes - 57.2 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Dave Kuraguntla, co-founder and CEO of Alio, developers of transformative solutions for kidney health, including a remote patient monitoring platform that provides non-invasive, highly accurate, and multi-metric patient data. Dave holds a degree from the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. While pursuing a surgical residency, he co-founded Alio. And in this interview, Dave shares his journey from aspiring surgeon to rev...
An Unorthodox Path to Medical Device Success: Interview with Cresilon CEO Joe Landolina
May 24, 2023 22:33 - 31 minutes - 73.1 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Joe Landolina, co-founder and CEO of Cresilon, developers of a groundbreaking technology that's pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the field of trauma care. Joe was introduced to chemical lab research at a young age, which kindled a lifelong interest in discovering responsive, nature-derived materials. Embarking on his journey as an entrepreneur and innovator at only 17, Joe invented the technology behind Vetigel, a majo...
Tried-and-True Recipes for Success: Interview with IRRAS CEO Will Martin
May 17, 2023 03:21 - 26 minutes - 61.7 MBIn this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Will Martin, CEO of IRRAS, a company revolutionizing the treatment of intracranial bleeding. Will is an accomplished executive with over two decades of hands-on experience in the medtech arena, including roles at Boston Scientific, Access Closure, Hotspur Technologies, and Athromed. Will's expertise in sales and marketing leadership propelled him to become the CEO of IRRAS. His contributions to startups and established strategics ...