In 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 interview, Brett ...
Jul 13, 2023•24 min
In 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 Endolumik, and in...
Jul 05, 2023•28 min
In 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 on building ...
Jun 26, 2023•26 min
In 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 organizations...
Jun 19, 2023•24 min
In 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). Currently, as CE...
Jun 13, 2023•37 min
In 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 revolutionizing...
Jun 04, 2023•25 min
In 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 major breakthro...
May 24, 2023•32 min
In 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 have solidi...
May 17, 2023•27 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Waqaas Al-Siddiq , CEO of Biotrocity , a cutting-edge remote patient monitoring company focusing on the cardiac landscape. Waqaas has a dual Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering and Economics, a Master’s in Computer Engineering from Rochester Institute of Technology, and a Master’s in Business Administration and a Doctorate in Business Administration from Henley Business School. With over 15 years of experience in the technology and healt...
May 04, 2023•33 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Carol Burns , CEO of Cagent Vascular , a medical device company focused on developing and commercializing an innovative angioplasty balloon called the Serenator. Carol is a seasoned CEO and serial entrepreneur with a passion for cardiovascular devices. Her tireless energy and proven track record have enabled Carol to excel in all phases of medical device development, from early-stage proof of concept to eventual commercialization. Carol thrive...
Apr 26, 2023•21 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Steve Dimmer , CEO of CurvaFix , a medical device company focused on developing innovative solutions for orthopedic procedures. Steve holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from San Diego State University and a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Washington. He has over 30 years of experience building medtech companies, including multiple start-ups and stints at several large multinationals. In this interv...
Apr 18, 2023•33 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Lloyd Mencinger , CEO of Aqua Medical , developers of a platform technology for vapor-based endoscopic ablation designed to treat type 2 diabetes with a 30-minute outpatient procedure. Lloyd is a high-energy CEO with decades of international experience in medical device sales, marketing, and business development. He has a strong track record of delivering results in both blue-chip and early-stage companies, including Boston Scientific, Edwards...
Apr 12, 2023•31 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Dr. Sam Mazin , CEO of RefleXion, a therapeutic oncology company with a novel technology that marries positron emission tomography (PET) and computed tomography (CT) with radiotherapy. Sam received a Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Engineering from the University of Waterloo, Canada, and holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University. He co-founded RefleXion Medical in 2009 and is the inventor of the company’s core te...
Apr 05, 2023•25 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Dr. Ohad Arazi , CEO of Clarius , a leading provider of high-definition wireless ultrasound systems. With his extensive experience in the technology industry, ranging from the Israeli military to industry leaders like McKesson, Telus, and Zebra Medical, Ohad's impact on Clarius' persistent growth is undeniable. In this interview, Ohad shares the inspiring story of Clarius and its innovative handheld ultrasound device. From navigating regulator...
Mar 22, 2023•26 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Dr. Meesha Dogan , co-founder and CEO of Cardio Diagnostics . Meesha is a well-respected leader in the epigenetic space. After completing her Ph.D. in biomedical engineering, she co-founded Cardio Diagnostics and co-invented its patent-pending cardiac technologies, which seek to improve the early detection, diagnosis, and prevention of heart disease through objective risk assessment testing. In this interview, Meesha shares how her company was...
Mar 15, 2023•29 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Osman Khawar CEO of Diality . After obtaining an MD from the University of Glasgow and an MPH from Johns Hopkins, Osman Khawar went on to become a board-certified nephrologist with a passion for serving dialysis patients. As the CEO of Diality, he and his team are in the midst of creating a hemodialysis system that's versatile, mobile, intuitive, and cost-effective. In this interview, Osman discusses why early-stage technical risk reduction ma...
Mar 08, 2023•22 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Dan Zavorotny , co-founder of Nutrisense Before co-founding Nutrisense, Dan worked as a healthcare management consultant at KPMG, where he advised Fortune 500 companies and three of the top five hospitals in the US. His company, Nutrisense, combines continuous glucose monitoring with personalized dietitian coaching to help people optimize their metabolic health based on real-time data. In this interview, Dan shares the pros and cons of running...
Feb 27, 2023•29 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Mark Carbone , CEO of PN Medical . Mark is the CEO of PN Medical, makers of medical devices that help improve pulmonary performance of patients, vocal artists, and professional athletes. Mark used his technology background and entrepreneurial experience to turn PN Medical into a frontrunner in the pulmonary space. In this interview, Mark shares crucial lessons on how business leaders should build teams, bring a device to market, and protect th...
Feb 09, 2023•31 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Derek Herrera , founder and CEO of Bright Uro . Derek served as an elite Marine officer in the U.S. military before suffering debilitating injuries while in the line of duty. Using his personal experience, he founded UroDev Medical, Habit Camera, and Bright Uro. His latest venture aims to launch an innovative urology device that’s meant to replace an invasive bladder diagnostic test that hasn’t changed in decades. In this interview, Derek shar...
Jan 31, 2023•28 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Torrey Smith , co-founder and CEO of Endiatx . Torrey founded Endiatx alongside fellow Silicon Valley technology experts Dan Moyer, James Erd, and Alex Luebke. After leaving a different medical device company to scratch his entrepreneurial itch, Torrey and his co-founders are developing a new technology that aims to lower the barrier for patients to get diagnosed and treated for gastrointestinal diseases. In this interview, Torrey discusses th...
Jan 26, 2023•30 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Marc Zemel , CEO of Retia Medial. Marc has extensive experience in fundraising for successful startups and is an experienced leader of Fortune 500 companies. Prior to founding Retia Medical , Marc earned an MS in Mechanical Engineering from MIT and an MBA in Sales and Marketing from Yale. He’s also held key leadership roles at Becton Dickinson as well as a capital equipment start-up. In this interview, Marc talks about managing a medtech start...
Jan 18, 2023•30 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Ziv Peremen , CEO of X-trodes. After completing his PhD in neurocognitive science with a specializaton in understanding consciousness, Ziv Peremen has spent the past 12 years focused on the intersection of data and physiology. Together with Professor Yael Hanein, an expert in the field of human-machine interface learning and inventor of innovative sensor technology, they founded X-trodes . In this interview, Ziv discusses his wireless wearable...
Jan 12, 2023•24 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Jim Pursley , President of Hinge Health. Jim has spent the last decade tackling some of the biggest problems in healthcare. He was part of the founding executive team as the Chief Commercial Officer of Livongo Health, and took the company public, culminating in an $18.5B acquisition by Teladoc Health. Since March 2021, Jim has been Hinge Health's President. The company is ranked #2 on Crunchbase's Diversity Spotlight Report. In this interview,...
Dec 07, 2022•25 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , I sat down with myself. Well, sort of. This unique episode of Medsider flips the script, putting myself in the interviewee seat alongside my good friend, and temporary host, Brett Johnston. We discussed where founders should focus early on, guidance for taking the leap from your corporate position, and how to know which opportunities to pursue. If you’re new to this show, here’s a little more about me: I spent the last two decades in the medtech space, startin...
Nov 30, 2022•38 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Jennifer Ernst , CEO of Tivic Health. Jennifer came to the medtech space after more than 20 years in the computing and electronics industries, serving in high-profile roles at Xerox PARC and Thin Film Electronics. In 2016, Jennifer founded direct-to-consumer medtech company Tivic Health and helped lead the development and commercialization of the company’s flagship device ClearUP. In this interview, Jennifer shares how consumers can play a key...
Nov 09, 2022•29 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Dan Clark, President of Linear Health Sciences. Dan Clark started his career in the private sector at Parker Hannifin, a Fortune 200 organization that he calls “the largest company you’ve never heard of.” After experiencing the medtech innovation cycle many times over, he was eager to innovate himself. In 2015, Dan teamed up with Dr. Ryan Dennis to start Linear Health Sciences, a medtech company that created the Orchid, a device designed to mi...
Oct 26, 2022•30 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Heather Underwood, CEO of EvoEndo . Heather is a medical device and health technology entrepreneur with a highly interdisciplinary background at the intersection of computer science, global health, human-centered design, education, and international development. In this interview, Heather elaborates on her unique approach to innovation in the medtech arena, how fundraising isn’t one-size-fits-all, and why regulatory clearance isn’t the end of ...
Oct 12, 2022•25 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Yoav Kimchy, Founder and CTO of Check-Cap. Yoav has more than 20 years of experience in the development and management of innovative medical device companies. In 2005, he founded Check-Cap , a clinical-stage medical diagnostics company that aims to change the colorectal cancer (CRC) screening landscape with its C-Scan ingestible capsule, tracing, and imaging system. In this discussion, Yoav shares how early feedback from regulators can help st...
Oct 06, 2022•21 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Bryce Klontz, President and CEO of New View Surgical. With over 20 years of experience working in the surgical device space from Canada to Singapore, Bryce brings a tactical advantage to his role as the CEO of New View Surgical . Under his leadership, New View Surgical has closed a successful Series B with a cumulative total of $14.5 million in investments and secured 510(k) clearance along the way. He previously worked as the VP of Commercial...
Sep 14, 2022•32 min
In this episode of Medsider Radio , we sat down with Eugene Malinskiy, CEO and Co-founder of Lazurite. Eugene is a serial entrepreneur with expertise in the IT and medical fields. He also has hands-on experience as a medic and has worked in operating rooms throughout the country. He founded Lazurite , an innovative healthcare company focused on cutting-edge surgical and lighting technologies, in 2015. That same year, Eugene was selected as one of Forbes 30 Under 30 recipients in the manufacturin...
Sep 07, 2022•30 min
