Best Digital Dozen Podcasts (2025)

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DeviceTalks Boston 2025 Wrap Up - We talk AI, CEO, Being Seen, and how we must make MedTech sexy 53:26

5d ago53:26

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In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, we review a few of the highlights of this week’s DeviceTalks Boston conference, a rip-roaring successful event! DeviceTalks Tom Salemi and Kayleen Brown sit down with MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker and Joe Mullings of The Mullings Group to review a few of the sessions. But the conversation took …

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€1.3B Raised, 1 Fintech Crashes: April 2025 DACH Startup News Breakdown 41:52

7d ago41:52

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In April 2025, DACH startups raised over €1.3 billion—while one of Europe’s top fintechs spiraled into crisis. This isn’t just another news roundup. This is your investor-grade, startup-founder-relevant, executive-level briefing from the DACH region’s leading podcast. 🚀 This episode is brought to you by Vanta. Automate your SOC 2, ISO 27001, and GD…

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Olympus and Patient Advocate Discuss A New Age in GI Health: Early Detection and the Rise of Patient-led Advocacy 41:15

8d ago41:15

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In this debut episode of OlympusTalks, Host Tom Salemi welcomes Olympus Corporation of the Americas’ Vice President of Endoscopy Marketing Kurt Cannon, and colorectal cancer survivor and advocate Brooks Bell for a candid discussion on the importance of early screening. They explore Olympus’ role in advancing endoscopic technology and how it contrib…

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Here's Some of What You'll Hear at DeviceTalks Boston! Don't miss out! 58:08

12d ago58:08

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In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, we’ll get a small taste of what’s to come at DeviceTalks Boston. Host Tom Salemi interviews Paul Grand of MedTech Innovator, Holly Scott of The Mullings Group, and Peter Stebbins of Satio about the state of startups in Boston and the hot topics in MedTech. Managing Editor Kayleen Brown warms up for…

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The Founder's Guide: Stop Burnout & Build a Startup 51:37

14d ago51:37

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StartupRad.io sits down with psychotherapist Imre Remenyi to explore burnout prevention, leadership, and culture for sustainable startup growth. Burnout is silently killing startups. Discover how top founders and leaders detect it early, prevent it, and scale sustainable companies. Are you a startup founder, tech executive, or investor navigating t…

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How Abbott built AVEIR™ DR pacemakers to be smaller, leadless, and able to talk with each other 1:04:06

15d ago1:04:06

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AbbottTalks launches Season 3 with a fresh new video presence, a new co-host, and several new powerful conversations from Abbott's senior leaders. Host Tom Salemi and new co-host Kayleen Brown welcome Vish Charan, divisional vice president of product development for Abbott's Cardiac Rhythm Management, to explore the engineering evolution of the pac…

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Could CereVasc Be Boston’s Next Big MedTech Success Story? The Future of Ortho with The Fro 1:06:46

19d ago1:06:46

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In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Tom Salemi talks with seasoned MedTech executive Daniel Levangie about the blood-brain barrier-breaking technology being developed by CereVasc. The company has developed a less invasive way of treating patients with communicating hydrocephalus, one of the most common neurological conditions affecti…

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DACH Unicorn Tracker Spring 2025: Germany, Austria & Switzerland Startups 29:34

19d ago29:34

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Are you a founder, investor, scaleup exec, or tech enthusiast looking to decode Europe's billion-euro startup engines? You’ve landed in the right place. Startuprad.io brings you the ultimate Unicorn Tracker for Spring 2025, offering you front-row insight into the most dynamic startups and scaleups across the DACH region—Germany, Austria, and Switze…

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Edwards’ Joe Nuzzolese on planning for disruption, prioritizing patients & automating supply chains 35:14

22d ago35:14

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In this episode of Structural Heart Talks, Joe Nuzzolese, corporate VP of global supply chain and quality at Edwards Lifesciences, shares how the company has built a resilient and responsive supply chain capable of withstanding significant disruptions—pandemic included—without missing a single patient case. Nuzzolese explains how Edwards takes a "p…

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4 Essential Components You'll Need to Building a Better Growth Systems for Your Business 39:25

23d ago39:25

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I would love to hear from you; have a question or show idea? Lets chat! In this episode of Crazy Awesome Insights, Tanya dives into the 4 essential components you need to create a better system for learning, thinking, and growing your small business. Drawing from her personal experiences and a high-level review of Sam Walton’s journey in building W…

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CorVista using AI to get patients the correct cardiac care; Why ASCs should matter to MedTechs 1:23:14

26d ago1:23:14

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In this episode of DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Host Tom Salemi tracks the career of CorVista Health CEO Adrian Lam, an engineer turned financer turned VC turned CEO. CorVista is bringing AI to bear on cardiac diagnostics, helping hospitals and doctors identify who need the most care. Before that talk we’ll hear from Scott Frasier of Fraser Healthca…

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Hachach-Haram: How Proximie builds digital bridges to the OR; Norris: Q1 VC, the good, the bad 1:07:22

1M ago1:07:22

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In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Dr. Nadine Hashash-Haram discusses her journey as a surgeon and the founder of Proxime, a digital health platform that enhances surgical procedures through technology. She shares insights on the evolution of Proxime, its impact on healthcare systems, and the importance of collaboration with medical…

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Fogarty’s Cleeland on impact of MedTech innovation; Soriano highlights Baxter’s hurricane response 1:25:51

1M ago1:25:51

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In this week’s episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Andrew Cleeland, CEO of the Fogarty Institute, shares his MedTech story, starting with a serendipitous move into the industry. Cleeland, of course, went on to lead two successful startups from The Foundry - Ardian and Twelve, that both went on to be acquired by Medtronic. Cleeland now leads …

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DACH Startups: AI, VC, & Fintech Trends - March 2025 38:53

1M ago38:53

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Sponsor Section 👉 Vanta automates security and compliance, save 1.000 US$ with us by signing up with this link: vanta.com/startupradio Introduction Dive into the DACH region's startup scene! This episode covers the latest trends in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein, recorded with Chris Fahrenbach in New York City. Key Highlights Fint…

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Lotvin on why this Sequel AID is better than the original; ZB’s Tornos highlights new tech, ASCs 1:04:58

2M ago1:04:58

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In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly podcast, Host Tom Salemi interviews Alan Lotvin, MD, the CEO and co-founder of Sequel Med Tech, a small company promoting another BIG idea from prolific inventor Dean Kamen. Lotvin, who was formerly a senior executive at CVS/Caremark and PBMs, explains how Twiist, the automated insulin delivery system, coul…

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BIOTRONIK Neuro’s Langevin talks power of connected spinal stim; What’s Next in Surgical Robotics 1:17:26

2M ago1:17:26

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In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Host Tom Salemi interviews Todd Langevin, president of BIOTRONIK Neuro, a familiar name in medical devices with a new approach to alleviating pain through spinal cord stimulation. Langevin, who has spent his career in neuro devices, gives his assessment of the field today, explaining how it’s excee…

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Will SynCardia's Emperor be capable of boldly going where no artificial heart has gone before? 53:04

2M ago53:04

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In this week’s episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker talks with SynCardia CEO Patrick Schnegelsberg and COO Matthew Schuster. Twenty years after FDA approval, SynCardia is the only company with a commercially available total artificial heart, with more than 2,000 implants. Now they're developing what they thin…

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Enovis’ Vogt on driving recon growth past $1B w/ M&A, knee breakthroughs and foot & ankle expansion 32:47

2M ago32:47

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In the kickoff episode of Season 2 of Ortho Innovation Talks, Louie Vogt, Group President of Reconstructive at Enovis, takes us inside the company’s strategic growth in orthopedics. Vogt shares how Enovis has transformed into a major player in the reconstructive space through key acquisitions and bold bets on innovative implant designs.He discusses…

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Hear Part 1 of Lungpacer Medical’s AeroPace Story; Be part of the conclusion at DeviceTalks Boston 1:23:52

2M ago1:23:52

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In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, it’s a DeviceTalks Team Up. Editorial Director Tom Salemi and Managing Editor Kayleen Brown interview Doug Evans, CEO and President of Lungpacer Medical. Evans shares the tragic reason he vowed to start a company that would help wean patients off ventilators. We’ll hear his success story in the pod…

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DACH Startup Scene Explodes! 🔥 Finn's €1B Raise, Lilium's Fall, & More! 24:31

2M ago24:31

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🚀 Big news from the DACH startup world! Finn raises €1B for car subscriptions, Cherry Ventures launches a €500M AI fund, but Lilium faces insolvency. 👉 Vanta automates security and compliance, save 1.000 US$ with us by signing up with this link: vanta.com/startupradio 🤯 Finn raises €1 BILLION for car subscriptions! But is it all good news? Lilium c…

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How an artful pivot and IPO is positioning Anteris Technologies to take on the red hot TAVR space 1:13:42

3M ago1:13:42

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In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker sits down with Wayne Paterson, CEO of Anteris Technologies, a unique start-up that’s approaching the complicated and competitive TAVR market.Chris Newsmaker and Host Tom Salemi also discuss this week’s Newmarker’s Newsmakers including Medtronic, Boston Scientific, …

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Boston Scientific’s Scanlon shares secrets to good integration, power of compassion for patients 1:16:05

3M ago1:16:05

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In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Meghan Scanlon, SVP and president of urology at Boston Scientific, updates us on the integration of its powerhouse neurostim acquisition – Axonics. Scanlon also offers great insights on what makes the urology business such a powerful specialty for physicians and medical device executives.Go here to…

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How Samay’s CEO came up with the `sound’ idea for a device to battle COPD, win MedTech Innovator 1:16:21

3M ago1:16:21

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In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Host Tom Salemi talks with Dr. Maria Artunduaga, the founder and CEO of Samay, a startup that’s using acoustic energy to get a clearer picture of the lung’s performance. Family tragedy and professional frustration set Dr. Artunduaga on a course that won MedTech Innovator’s Grand Prize. She has the …

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Special Memorial Episode: John Murray and Dr Nick Hopkins Discuss Multidisciplinary Neuro Innovation 1:58:09

3M ago1:58:09

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In 2024, only months before the world lost Dr. Nick Hopkins, Host John Murray, sat down with Dr. Hopkins to discuss his innovative treatments in stroke care, the necessity of collaboration and partnerships to advance research and clinical care, and the importance of mentorship and training the next generation of neurosurgeons. In this special memor…

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Highridge Medical leaders say the spunout startup is ready to battle for spine market supremacy 51:01

3M ago51:01

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In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Host Tom Salemi talks with Highridge CEO Rebecca Whitney and Executive Chairman Eric Major about the swirling spinal market. Whitney and Major share what makes the spine industry different from other MedTech sectors and why they believe Highridge is uniquely positioned to grab a large piece of the …

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Startup Scene Heats Up: Acquisitions & Funding in Germany, Austria & Switzerland | Startuprad.io 33:55

3M ago33:55

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🚀 Tune in to Startuprad.io for an exclusive look into the dynamic world of German, Austrian, and Swiss startups! 🚀 This episode is jam-packed with the latest news and insights from the DACH startup ecosystem. We'll explore the hottest trends, major acquisitions, and exciting funding rounds that are shaping the future of innovation in the region. Ou…

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Why proven MedTech inventor and CEO Daniel Hawkins sees a huge opportunity in AI-powered MRIs 53:43

3M ago53:43

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In this episode of the DeviceTalk Weekly podcast, Host Tom Salemi talks with MedTech legend Daniel Hawkins, a serial entrepreneur who has a hand in many industry success stories. He was employee number six at Intuitive before setting out on a path of innovation, developing the technologies around companies like Shockwave Medical.More recently, Hawk…

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Boston Scientific’s Brad Sutton explains why FARAPULSE may be part of the best story in MedTech 1:02:31

4M ago1:02:31

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In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, we get an inside look into why Boston Scientific’s AF Solutions division has experienced such a meteoric rise over the past few years. CMO Dr. Brad Sutton lays out the problem facing patients and physicians when treating atrial fibrillation and how acquisitions of pulsed-field ablation tool FARAPUL…

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Why Penumbra CEO Adam Elsesser will take uncertainty over risk in MedTech innovation 1:07:42

4M ago1:07:42

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In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, we’ll play the interview Host Tom Salemi conducted with Adam Elsesser, CEO of Penumbra, which has grown into a force in the vascular and neurovascular industries.Elsesser’s path into running a MedTech startup was quite accidental, but that unorthodox path has helped the company develop a unique cul…

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J&J's John Murray and Dr. Kerber on neurovascular innovation and lessons in imagination & resilience 1:17:02

4M ago1:17:02

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In this episode of Neuro Innovation Talks, host John Murray interviews Charles "Chuck" Kerber, MD, Emeritus Professor of Radiology and Neurosurgery at UCSD, a pioneering force in neurovascular medicine, whose innovations—such as flow-directed catheters and cyanoacrylates for therapeutic embolization—transformed the field. Dr. Kerber reflects on his…

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Flow Medical CEO Fried sees huge opportunity to clear pulmonary embolisms; State of DeviceTalks 1:06:20

4M ago1:06:20

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In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly podcast, Flow Medical CEO Jennifer Fried tells Host Tom Salemi the story of the MedTech startup that recently closed on a $5 million seed round. The story checks all the boxes of a great MedTech story. Physicians Dr. Jonathan Paul and Dr. Osman Ahmed crafted the idea of a new angiography, infusion, and moni…

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Startup News Roundup: December 2024 48:36

5M ago48:36

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Welcome to Startup News Roundup: December 2024 Highlights & Key Insights, where we dive deep into the vibrant world of startups across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. This episode delivers a comprehensive look at the latest developments, highlighting the most impactful stories, trends, and investments shaping the startup landscape. What’s Inside…

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CEO Mick Farrell on how ResMed keeps on the leading edge of innovation; Our 2024’s Top Newsmakers 1:18:37

5M ago1:18:37

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In our final 2024 episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly podcast, ResMed CEO Mick Farrell shares the company’s strategy for reaching the billions of people who need help sleeping, breathing and remaining healthy. He talks with Host Tom Salemi about the company’s connectivity capabilities, response to wearable technology, and its take on a rival’s recall…

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Abbott’s Sundareswaran envisions TEAM-HF & earlier interventions to redefine heart failure outcomes 56:40

5M ago56:40

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In this episode of AbbottTalks, Kartik Sundareswaran, PhD, divisional VP, global clinical and regulatory affairs, Abbott Heart Failure, discusses Abbott’s pioneering work in heart failure care, focusing on technologies that improve outcomes and empower earlier interventions.Sundareswaran’s path to MedTech began with a shift from computer engineerin…

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How Perimeter Medical hopes to use OCT & AI to boost surgeon confidence & patient peace of mind 1:13:27

5M ago1:13:27

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In this episode of DeviceTalks Weekly, we’ll hear how Perimeter Medical Imaging AI hopes to help surgeons get a clearer picture of whether they removed all cancerous tissue in a surgical procedure. CEO Adrian Mendes explains why 20% of patients who have undergone a lumpectomy must undergo a second operation to remove cancerous tissue that had been …

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Todd Brinton shares lessons on mentorship, Edwards’ culture and advancing heart failure innovation 40:47

5M ago40:47

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In this episode of Structural Heart Talks, Todd Brinton, MD, Chief Scientific Officer & CVP, Advanced Technology at Edwards Lifesciences, discusses Edwards’ vision of future innovative technologies that elevate patient care and expand the possibilities of structural heart therapies. Brinton reflects on his journey from biomedical engineering to pio…

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BD’s Tesh Elavia unpacks his own career, suggests new engineers don’t shy away from challenges 56:18

5M ago56:18

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In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Host Tom Salemi unpacks the career of Tesh Elavia, vice president of research and development at BD’s surgery division. Elavia’s parents strongly encouraged him to leave his home in India to study in the states. Listeners will hear how he built that uncertain start into a stellar MedTech career.Thi…

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J&J MedTech’s John Murray and Dr. Jacques Moret on early neurovascular innovation & mentorship 1:05:04

5M ago1:05:04

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In this episode of Neuro Innovation Talks, Host John Murray interviews Professor Jacques Moret, MD, Professor and Consultant Interventional Neuroradiology and Honorary Chairman, NEURI center, Bicetre University Hospital, a pioneer in neurovascular intervention, as he reflects on the early challenges and groundbreaking innovations that shaped the fi…

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Startup News November 2024: Insights on Tech, Funding, and Trends in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland 38:08

5M ago38:08

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This November, the startup ecosystem in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (DACH region) is abuzz with critical updates that shape the future of technology, entrepreneurship, and innovation. Whether you're a founder, investor, or a startup enthusiast, this episode of Startuprad.io delivers everything you need to stay informed. Dive into the latest t…

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Where Intuitive's Iman Jeddi sees da Vinci 5 - and robotics - fitting into the future of surgery 45:42

5M ago45:42

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Where does Iman Jeddi see Intuitive’s da Vinci 5 - and robotics - fit into the future of surgery?In this episode of IntuitiveTalks, Iman Jeddi, PhD, senior vice president and general manager of the company’s multi port platform, shares a vision for the future of surgery where robotic systems elevate the performance of surgeons and deliver greater c…

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How a love of science led SandboxAQ’s Kit Yee Au-Yeung to find better ways to monitor the heart 56:27

6M ago56:27

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In this episode of DeviceTalks Weekly, Host Tom Salemi interviews Kit Yee Au-Yeung, general manager of AQMed at SandBoxAQ, an Alphabet spinout using AI and sensors to develop new tools in several industries.Sandbox’s medical group is using these new technologies to develop advanced AI-powered magnetocardiography (MCG) technology to improve cardiac …

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Edwards' Larry Wood discusses TAVR evolution, new clinical paradigms, and addressing treatment gaps 37:16

6M ago37:16

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In this episode of Structural Heart Talks, Larry Wood, Corporate VP and Group President, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement and Surgical Structural Heart at Edwards Lifesciences, discusses the transformative journey of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and the SAPIEN valve. Wood reflects on the innovation that enables minimally inva…

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Can T45 Labs use its cross-country connections to bypass MedTech’s early-stage funding shortage? 55:33

6M ago55:33

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In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Host Tom Salemi interviews Marwan Berrada, founder and managing partner of Santa Clara-based T45 Labs about how incubators can start new companies at a time when early-stage funding is scarce.MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker deliveres his Newmarker’s Newsmakers including GE HealthCare, Zimmer Biom…

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Andy Pierce shares how Stryker is “fighting on its front foot” through R&D and aggressive M&A 57:09

6M ago57:09

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In this StrykerTalks episode, Andy Pierce, Group President of MedSurg and Neurotechnology at Stryker, shares his insights on the company’s commitment to innovation, growth, and patient-centered care. Pierce reflects on his 29-year journey with Stryker, highlighting the high-performance culture shaped by entrepreneurial spirit, growth targets, and s…

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How frustration on the battlefield and ER led Andrew Napier to build a better intubation device 1:06:11

6M ago1:06:11

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In this week’s DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Host Tom Salemi interviews Dr. Andrew Napier, a former army medic and ER doc who saw a need for sh*t that works, specifically an intubation tool that allowed for easier access to the airway. He developed his own device and started a company, IntuBlade, to make his vision a reality. Thank you to Dr. Napier …

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J&J MedTech Neuro’s Murray & Vinuela on pioneering the neurovascular field, inspiration & mentorship 1:06:34

6M ago1:06:34

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In this episode of Neuro Innovation Talks, Head of Global Strategic Marketing and Strategic Relationships at Johnson & Johnson MedTech Neurovascular, John Murray, returns to the DeviceTalks podcast studio to spotlight one of the foremost pioneers in neurointervention, Fernando Vinuela, MD, Professor Emeritus of UCLA Interventional Neuroradiology. D…

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Phagenesis CEO Hoskins on helping stroke survivors recover; How Distalmotion will target ASCs 1:15:40

6M ago1:15:40

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In this episode of DeviceTalks Weekly, Tom Salemi and Chris Newmarker tackle some of the weeks’ biggest news including the FDA giving a nod to Distalmotion’s Dexter robot and the Yankees blowing the World Series. Distalmotion CEO Greg Roche visits to share his thoughts on both. Then Tom interviews Chad Hoskins, CEO of Phagenesis, a startup developi…

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Top GSA Startup News October 2024: Unicorns, Fintech, and Sustainable Tech Trends 21:39

6M ago21:39

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Welcome to the October 2024 edition of "This Month in German, Swiss, and Austrian Startups," where we bring you essential insights into the GSA startup ecosystem. Join hosts Jörn “Joe” Menninger and Chris Fahrenbach as they unpack the month’s top stories, from groundbreaking funding rounds to unicorn achievements and major pivots in tech and innova…

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Intuitive’s Barten on Europe’s surgical robotics adoption, healthcare shifts & regulatory demands 36:09

6M ago36:09

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In this episode of IntuitiveTalks, Dirk Barten, Senior VP and GM of EU Commercial and Marketing at Intuitive, takes us through Europe's unique surgical robotics landscape. He discusses the differences in adoption rates between the US and Europe, where surgical robotics uptake has lagged by about five to seven years.Barten also explains the critical…

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Medtronic’s Chief AI Officer Katra talks AccuRhythm AI, surgical robotics & ethical AI innovations 1:06:09

7M ago1:06:09

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In this episode of DeviceTalks AI, Host Kayleen Brown sits down with Medtronic’s VP & Global Chief AI Officer, Rodolphe Katra, PhD, MBA, discusses the pivotal role of AI in advancing MedTech and how Medtronic is responding. Dr. Katra walks us through Medtronic’s AccuRhythm AI, which enhances cardiac monitoring by improving arrhythmia detection and …

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