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#409: How Iterative Management Transforms MedTech Teams: Faster Execution, Smarter Decisions

In this episode recorded live at LSI Dana Point, Etienne Nichols sits down with Ed Muzio, author of Iterate , to explore how iterative management helps MedTech companies move faster as they scale. Muzio breaks down the pitfalls of traditional management—including siloed execution and backward-looking metrics—and offers a proven alternative grounded in over 70 years of research. With real-world analogies, like orchestras and dashboards, Muzio explains how leaders can create alignment, drive faste...

Jun 02, 2025•23 min•Ep. 409

#408: What MedTech Startups Miss: Design Mistakes, Risk Testing & the Myth of the Quick Exit

In this live episode from the LSI conference, Etienne Nichols sits down with Justin Bushko—known as the "MedTech Man" and author of Medical Device Fireside Chats —to dive into what separates thriving medical device companies from those that fail. From costly engineering missteps like ignoring tolerance stack-ups to the human factors issues that derail usability in the OR, Justin shares battle-tested advice based on his experience reviewing hundreds of device designs. He also delivers a wake-up c...

May 26, 2025•9 min•Ep. 408

#407: Cybersecurity in MedTech: FDA Compliance, Patient Safety & the Hidden Risks You’re Missing

Join Christian Espinosa as he breaks down the critical differences of medical device cybersecurity, emphasizing patient safety over data protection. Learn about the significant changes introduced by the FDA post-September 2023, requiring rigorous testing and documentation like SBOMs. Discover why integrating cybersecurity from the design phase is crucial, avoiding costly delays, and hear practical advice for innovators, RA/QA, and software teams on navigating risks, vendor selection, and the future of security in MedTech, including AI challenges.

May 19, 2025•42 min•Ep. 407

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