Let’s Talk Medtech
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MD+DI editors discuss current trends in the medical device and diagnostics industry, and point out developments to watch in the coming months.
Episodes
- Cyberattacks and Threats in Medical Devices: What Medtech Companies Must Know Now
This episode of Let's Talk Medtech discusses recent cyberattacks on medical device companies, the vulnerability of medical devices, and the implications for patient safety and data security. It also covers the FDA's new cybersecurity requi…
- How iRhythm’s AI-Powered Zio Monitor Is Transforming Heart Health & Patient Care
This episode of 'Let's Talk MedTech' features iRhythm CFO Daniel Wilson discussing the AI-powered Zio monitor for continuous heart monitoring. The conversation covers arrhythmia detection, expansion into primary care and sleep diagnostics,…
- Shattering the Product Adoption Lie in the Medical Device Industry
Holley Miller, founder and President of Grey Matter Marketing, joins Let's Talk Medtech to explain the critical role of effective messaging in medical device product adoption.
- Let's Talk Women's Health in 2026
Marissa Fayer, CEO of HerHealthEQ and DeepLook Medical, explores the future of women's health and its potential landscape in 2026. This episode of Let's Talk Medtech offers insights into what's to come.
- Augurex Redefines Autoimmune Disease Detection
Neil Klompas, CEO of Augurex, discusses how the company is working to speed up the diagnosis of autoimmune disorders and improve diagnostic accuracy for patients.
- How Stereotaxis Is Making Its Mark in Surgical Robotics: A Journey from Survival to Success
David Fischel, CEO of Stereotaxis, shares the company's story of overcoming challenges in the surgical robotics market on Let's Talk Medtech. He details their recent $50 million funding round, collaborations with NVIDIA, and his outlook on…
- Audacity Drives Innovation in Medtech
Lishan Aklog, MD, discusses his philosophy on audacity and innovation in the medtech industry. He also provides updates on PavMed and its parent company, Lucid Diagnostics.
- Medtech Industry Health Check: Tariff Impacts, Hot Segments, and the Rise of Mid-Tier Companies
EY experts John Babitt and Arda Ural join Let's Talk Medtech to discuss their latest Pulse of the Medtech Industry Report. They examine the industry's health, the impact of tariffs on medical device companies, high-growth segments, and the…
- The Art of Fundraising in Medtech: Expert Strategies with Paul Grand
Paul Grand, CEO of MedTech Innovator, discusses holistic fundraising strategies for medtech startups and highlights how his organization connects companies with investors to advance healthcare solutions.
- Building a Stronger & Better AngioDynamics
In this episode of Let's Talk Medtech, AngioDynamics CEO James Clemmer shares insights into a transformative year for the company, discussing achievements in oncology and vascular care and a pivotal strategic shift.
- Medical Device Industry Mid-Year Trends 2025
In this episode of Let's Talk Medtech, MD+DI Senior Editor Amanda Pedersen analyzes key mid-year trends in the medical device industry, including market shifts, regulatory updates, and new technologies. The discussion offers valuable insig…
- Vantive Forges a Bold New Direction in Kidney Care
Vantive, formerly Baxter's kidney care business, is embarking on a new direction under CEO Chris Toth. The company is set to invest over $1 billion in digitally-enabled kidney care solutions, aiming to blend its established expertise with…
- Rewiring Hope: The NeuroPace Story with Dr. Martha Morrell
Dr. Martha Morrell, CMO of NeuroPace, shares the development of the RNS System, a novel brain stimulation treatment for epilepsy. Inspired by cardiac devices, the FDA-approved system offers personalized treatment, highlighting innovation a…
- Siemens Healthineers Taps Into AI to Redefine Healthcare
Peter Shen, head of Digital & Automation at Siemens Healthineers North America, shares insights on how the company leverages AI to enhance healthcare. With extensive experience in digital health, Shen has also been a vocal advocate for AI…
- How Johnson & Johnson Is Improving Patient Safety
Jijo James of Johnson & Johnson MedTech explains the company's focus on patient safety through a combination of clinical safety, safety science, and bioethics. The episode highlights the role of innovative tools and improved communication…
- How Medtronic Is Transforming Patient Care with AI
Ha Hong from Medtronic Endoscopy shares insights on how the company is utilizing artificial intelligence to transform patient care and discusses emerging trends in the medical device sector.
- HMI: The Future of Patient Care Is Here! But Are You Ready?
Jennifer Samproni, CTO of Flex, explores the significance of human-machine interface advancements in patient care and offers insights for medical device professionals.
- Taking the Pulse of the Medtech Industry
John Babbitt and Jim Welch from EY discuss the Pulse of the Medtech Industry Report, covering deals, IPOs, and key market segments. This episode of Let’s Talk Medtech provides insights into the current state of the medtech industry.
- The Art of Contextual Inquiry in Medical Device Design
Philip Remedios and Renee Bailey discuss the importance of contextual inquiry in medical device design on "Let's Talk Medtech." They share key considerations and insights into how this method is transforming the field.
- From Researcher to CEO: Upma Sharma Is Transforming Arsenal Medical
Upma Sharma discusses Arsenal Medical's development of biomaterials that are changing medical practices. She also shares her personal journey transitioning from a researcher to the CEO of a medtech company.
- From Corporate Goliaths to Startup Sparks: Insights From Medtech's Top Insider
Scott Nelson, a key figure in the medical device industry and CEO of FastWave Medical, shares insights on current trends and provides guidance for aspiring medtech entrepreneurs. He also founded Medsider, a platform featuring interviews wi…
- AI's Arrival: How iCAD Is Redefining Breast Cancer Detection
Dana Brown, CEO of iCAD, shares insights on how AI is revolutionizing breast cancer detection by enhancing accuracy and efficiency in mammography. She also reflects on her previous role at Susan G. Komen and her career path in medtech.
- What You Need to Know About the New EU AI Act
The EU AI Act, the first law of its kind, has been approved by European Union states. Anne-Gabrielle Haie discusses the act's implications, particularly for the medical device sector, on Let's Talk Medtech.
- Redefining Care with Human Machine Interfaces & AI
In this episode of Let's Talk Medtech, Jennifer Samproni, CTO of Health Solutions at Flex, shares insights on transforming patient care using human machine interfaces and AI. The discussion also touches upon contract manufacturing and navi…
- Medtech in 2023 & Beyond
Amanda Pedersen, Senior Editor at MD+DI, joins Let's Talk Medtech to review the medical device and diagnostics industry in 2023 and look ahead to potential developments in 2024.
- Exploring FDA's Stance on LDTs & AI
Benjamin Zegarelli of Mintz discusses regulatory updates regarding laboratory-developed tests, artificial intelligence, software, and the EU MDR on this episode of Let's Talk Medtech.
- From Patient to Impatient Entrepreneur
Surbhi Sarna shares her path into medtech, sparked by a childhood health scare, which led her to found nVision, a company specializing in ovarian cancer detection. The company was later acquired by Boston Scientific, and Sarna discusses he…
- Is Medtech Still a Healthy Industry?
This episode discusses the health of the medtech industry amidst a challenging economy, exploring persistent supply issues and identifying future growth markets. EY's Jim Welch shares insights from the latest Pulse of the Industry report.
- GE HealthCare's Independence, Acquisitions, and Promising Future
Jan Makela, President and CEO of Imaging at GE HealthCare, joins Let's Talk Medtech to discuss the company's transition to independence in early 2023, its subsequent acquisitions, and the potential impact of Alzheimer's treatment advanceme…
- I've Got Surgical Robots on My Mind
Gregory Fischer, Ph.D., founder and CEO of AiM Medical Robotics, joins Let's Talk Medtech to discuss surgical robotics. He shares insights into the current landscape, highlights AiM's recent activities, and previews his keynote on commerci…
- How AI Is Enhancing Nevro's Therapies for Chronic Pain
Claire Smith, VP of global strategic marketing for Nevro, explains how the company's HFX iQ technology leverages AI for chronic pain treatment. She also discusses her experiences in medtech sales and its evolution.
- ZimVie Still Has the "It" Factor in Medtech
ZimVie's CEO Vafa Jamali returns to Let's Talk Medtech to share insights on the company's journey since its 2022 launch from Zimmer Biomet. The discussion covers ZimVie's growth, challenges, successes, and the increasing importance of the…
- Exploring the Untapped Potential of 3D Printing in Medtech
Nicole Black, PhD, from Desktop Health, explains how 3D printing is evolving from prototyping to manufacturing end-use medical devices. She will also speak at BioMEDevice Boston.
- Decrypting FDA's Cybersecurity Policy
Naomi Schwartz of Medcrypt discusses the FDA's Refuse-to-Accept policy for medical device cybersecurity submissions, effective October 1. She explains the impact of this new policy on medical device manufacturers.
- Cracking the Digital Health Code
Rachel Hall, EY's US Consulting Digital Health and Smart Health Experience Leader, joins Let's Talk Medtech to discuss the digital health landscape and the roles of patients, physicians, and healthcare firms. The episode also touches on th…
- Breaking Boundaries in the EP Lab
This episode features Theophile Mohr-Durdez of Volta Medical, discussing their AI-driven technology for treating atrial fibrillation in cardiac electrophysiology labs. The discussion covers their data-driven approach, machine learning appl…
- How Elucid Is Revolutionizing Cardiovascular Care
Scott Huennekens, new chairman of Elucid, and CEO Blake Richards join the podcast to discuss how Elucid is changing cardiovascular care. Huennekens also shares insights from his extensive medtech career.
- It's Time to Flip the Script on Blood Testing
In this episode of Let's Talk Medtech, David Stein, CEO of Babson Diagnostics, shares updates on the company's commercialization efforts. Babson Diagnostics has created a new approach to diagnostic blood testing that is highly accurate, us…
- Big Tech in a Small Package
Maria Sainz, President & CEO of Hyperfine, explains how the Swoop device is innovating MRI technology. She also shares insights from her career in the medtech industry.
- Is the Telemedicine Boom Over for Investors?
Nathaniel Lacktman joins Let's Talk Medtech to discuss whether the telemedicine boom experienced by the industry at the start of the pandemic is still ongoing for investors.
- Talking Miniaturization Trends with maxon
Peter van Beek of maxon explores emerging trends in medical technology miniaturization.
- Penumbra Catches Lightning in a Bottle with Lightning Flash
Penumbra CEO Adam Elsesser talks with Let’s Talk Medtech about the company's latest mechanical thrombectomy devices, Lightning Flash and Lightning Bolt. The discussion also covers ambitious revenue projections and the acceptance of failure…
- Face It: It's Not A.I., It's Machine Learning
Dave Saunders, CTO and co-founder of Galen Robotics, explains that true artificial intelligence is not yet present in healthcare, differentiating it from machine learning.
- How Cordis Got Its Groove Back
Cordis CEO Shar Matin shares insights on revitalizing the brand, navigating mergers and acquisitions, and the company's dedicated focus on medtech following its transition to private ownership.
- Plotting a Path for Tissue Reconstruction
Maria Pereira, co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Tissium, shares her journey into medtech, detailing how her research on heart tissue repair led to the company's founding. She co-invented Tissium's technology as a PhD student and…
- Spinoffs & Mergers & Acquisitions, Oh My!
Jim Welch from EY discusses the EY Pulse of the Industry report and the current state of mergers and acquisitions in the medtech sector.
- Drop the Remote! It's Just Patient Monitoring
Dr. Jim Mault, CEO of BioIntellisense, explains the growing trend of remote patient monitoring and suggests dropping the term. He also touches upon his career at Microsoft and Qualcomm.
- Guardant Health's Meteoric Rise in Cancer Detection
Helmy Eltoukhy, Co-Founder and CEO of Guardant Health, shares insights into the company's expansion and the dynamic landscape of liquid biopsy technology in cancer detection.
- Why BIOMEDevice Boston Is Hotter than Ever
Adrienne Zepeda, Group Event Director at Informa Markets - Engineering, shares insights into the record success of BIOMEDevice Boston 2022, detailing why it is the show's biggest year yet.
- New Campaign Shows that Everyone Has a Medtech Story
MassMEDIC has launched the 'Why Medtech' campaign to increase awareness of the medical device industry. Brian Johnson and Rachel Robinson discuss the campaign and how individuals can participate, emphasizing that everyone has a medtech sto…