Episode description

In this episode of the Global Medical Device Podcast, Etienne Nichols sits down with Subhi Saadeh, host of the Combinate Podcast and an expert in the field of combination products.

They explore the complexities of combination products—those that integrate drugs, devices, and biologics—highlighting the regulatory challenges and industry growth.

Subhi shares his personal journey in podcasting, the impact of consistent content production, and the importance of lifelong learning.

They also dive into the intricacies of combination product definitions, regulatory pathways, and trends, offering listeners a well-rounded view of the current state and future potential of this evolving industry.

• [00:02] – Introduction of Subhi Saadeh and his background in combination products.
• [03:45] – The origin story of the Combinate Podcast and its impact on Subhi’s career.
• [12:32] – Overview of combination products and regulatory differences between the US and EU.
• [18:50] – Common misconceptions in drug-device integration.
• [28:10] – The evolving landscape of combination products and industry growth.
• [34:22] – Balancing technical and business aspects in MedTech.
• [46:15] – Notable episodes and guests from the Combinate Podcast.
• [56:30] – Final thoughts on lifelong learning and producing valuable content.

• Subhi Saadeh: "If I want to be a master at my craft, I need to be producing something in a way that is consistent."
• Etienne Nichols: "Teaching others is one of the best ways to instill that knowledge into yourself."
• Subhi Saadeh: "Drugs and devices aren’t as different as people think; it’s how they measure product quality that varies."

• Combinate Podcast: let’s combinate.com
• Subhi Saadeh’s LinkedIn Profile: Connect with Subhi
• FDA Regulatory Guidelines for Combination Products: Important for understanding the regulatory landscape.
• Book Reference: Quality is Free by Philip Crosby - A must-read for quality management professionals.
• Book Reference: Bottle of Lifes by Katherine Eban
• Etienne Nichols’ LinkedIn Profile: