The Medtech Impact Podcast

In this powerful episode, we challenge the conventional wisdom around Quality Management Systems (QMS). Our guest, Etienne Nichols, Head of Industry Insights & Education at Greenlight Guru , expertly reframes the QMS from a mere regulatory burden into a foundational business asset. He delves into a human-centered approach to quality, arguing that a robust QMS is the key to both mitigating risk...

In this episode, hosts Kyle Kruse and Richard Meiklejohn are joined by Doug Evans, CEO of Lungpacer, to discuss innovative breakthroughs in respiratory care. Doug outlines the critical issue of mechanical ventilation, which affects 2 million patients annually in the U.S., with a 40% mortality rate among them. He provides detailed insights into how Lungpacer's FDA approved neurostimulation technolo...

Join us on this episode as we delve into a "silent epidemic" affecting millions: meniscus root tears, a leading cause of knee arthritis. Our guest, Dr. Chris Anderson, founding surgeon and Chief Medical Officer of Native Orthopedics, reveals the hidden prevalence of this debilitating injury, explaining how it impacts over 800,000 Americans annually and the critical need for a new approach to knee...

In this episode of the MedTech Impact Podcast, Charles Gellman, CEO and Co-Founder of HiDo Health, discusses the company's mission to eliminate medication errors in the home. Gelman introduces their AI robotic caregiver, a system designed to ensure patients take the right medication at the right time. Unlike existing medication adherence solutions that rely on patient self-reporting or simple remi...

This episode features Yashar Seyed Vahedein, CEO and Co-founder of Coredio, a company tackling the significant problem of heart failure management. Yashar outlines the immense global and US prevalence of heart failure, the high rates of readmission due to inadequate post-discharge monitoring, and the substantial financial burden this places on hospitals and payers. He highlights the limitations of...

In this episode, hosts Kyle Kruse and Richard Meiklejohn, interview Joseph ‘Yossi’ Mossel, CEO and Co-founder of Ibex Medical Analytics, about the company's innovative use of AI in cancer diagnostics. Yossi discusses the critical problem of diagnostic errors in pathology, which can reach up to 10% in some labs, and the growing shortage of pathologists worldwide. Ibex's AI technology acts as a "dig...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Nicholas Nikolov, Chief Medical Officer of Cellsound Aesthetics, to discuss a revolutionary approach to aesthetic treatments. Dr. Nikolov, a plastic surgeon, shares his journey from traditional invasive procedures to pioneering non-invasive solutions using non-focused ultrasound technology. Cellsound Aesthetics aims to rejuvenate tissue, improve blood flow, an...

This episode features Prathamesh Prabhudasai, co-founder and CEO of SafeBVM, discussing the critical issue of ineffective manual ventilation during resuscitation. We uncover the alarming statistic that up to 50% of patients experience hypoxia due to improper bag-valve mask (BVM) use. SafeBVM addresses this problem with a novel device that works with any commercially available BVM, providing a flow...

This episode features Orahn Preiss-Bloom, Chief Innovation Officer of OSSIO, discussing the company's revolutionary tech that promotes natural healing in bones. OSSIO is tackling the long-standing issues associated with metal implants in orthopedic surgery, which often lead to complications like hardware removal surgeries, patient pain, and increased healthcare costs. Orahn explains how their OSSI...

This episode features Ben Merewitz, CEO and Co-founder of Agile Devices. Ben discusses the challenges faced by interventional radiologists when navigating complex anatomy with traditional microcatheters, such as difficulties in maneuvering through tortuous vessels and achieving precise target placement. Agile Devices has developed a novel, microcatheter with active tip control, called Angler, that...

This episode features Andrew Goldsmith, Medical Director of UltraSight, and Ramya Singh, Chief Commercial Officer. They discuss the challenges of limited access to echocardiography due to a shortage of cardiac sonographers and the resulting delays in patient care. UltraSight addresses this by developing AI-powered software that guides clinicians in acquiring high-quality echocardiograms using stan...

This episode features Evan Ruff, CEO and Co-founder of Oxos Medical. Oxos Medical is developing innovative portable X-ray devices designed to revolutionize healthcare by bringing imaging to the point of need. Recognizing the limitations of traditional X-ray systems, which are often bulky, expensive, and require specialized infrastructure, Oxos Medical has created a compact and user-friendly device...

In this episode, Spencer Jones, Founder of XO Medtech, discusses the problem with innovation silos in medical technology and the commercialization process. Spencer highlights how innovators are often afraid to share information about what they are working on, and this can stifle progression. Additionally, there is a lack of access to open networks for comprehensive practical knowledge transfer rel...

In this episode, Swarna Shiv, CEO and founder of Unsmudgeable, delves into the challenges of smudged eyewear and how her company is revolutionizing lens technology. Unsmudgeable aims to eliminate the safety and productivity issues caused by smudged glasses, a huge problem that affects millions of people globally. Swarna shares insights into how the company started, the unique technology behind the...

The episode discusses preventative care, specifically how virtual care can help people with chronic conditions manage their health and avoid hospitalization. David Dlesk, CEO and Co-Founder of Embrace Prevention Care, shares an overview of the challenges of preventative care in the current healthcare system and how Embrace helps patients with chronic conditions, like dementia, take action to impro...

This episode features Ben Holmes, CEO and Co-founder of Nanochon, a medical device company focused on revolutionizing cartilage repair. The discussion highlights the significant challenges faced by patients with cartilage damage, including limited treatment options and the potential for further joint degeneration. Nanochon is developing a groundbreaking 3D-printed implant designed to mimic the nat...

This episode discusses a huge unmet need in the medical device space: treatment for mixed urinary incontinence. Millions of patients, primarily women, suffer from this condition, and there is no effective treatment on the market. Current treatment options leave care gaps and patients resorting to over-the-counter products for symptom management. Juniper Biomedical is a company that is developing a...

This episode features Dave Rosa, CEO of NeuroOne, a company leading the way in innovative solutions for various neurological disorders. The discussion highlights the significant challenges faced by patients with epilepsy, particularly those whose condition is resistant to medication. Traditional treatment often involves multiple invasive surgeries, placing a significant physical and emotional burd...

Novosound is a pioneering company in the field of ultrasound technology, with a mission to revolutionize the way we monitor vital signs. Traditional blood pressure monitoring methods, often involving bulky cuffs and infrequent measurements, can be inconvenient and provide limited insights. Novosound aims to address these limitations through their innovative, non-invasive, and continuous blood pres...

IntelVasc is a medical technology company focused on addressing the significant issue of peripheral arterial disease (PAD). This condition, often undiagnosed, can lead to serious complications like heart attacks and strokes. CEO & co-founder, Andrew Ortega-Verdaguer, joins this episode to discuss how he plans to lead the business from visionary prototype through to market as the team gears up...

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder affecting millions worldwide, significantly impacting the quality of life of both patients and their loved ones. Traditional management usually relies heavily on medication, which can have severe side effects. Despite the high prevalence of the condition, there is still a lack of objective data on seizure activity. EpiWatch CEO, Teresa Prego, joins this episode...

Bimal Maharjan, CEO & founder of GutSphere, joins the podcast to discuss the company's mission to empower patients with gastrointestinal (GI) issues. Bimal shares his personal journey with chronic GI conditions, highlighting the challenges patients face, such as embarrassment, lack of education, and difficulty navigating the healthcare system. GutSphere aims to address these challenges by prov...

In this episode, we delve into the world of AI-powered healthcare with Shayan Mashatian, the founder of Pingoo. AI. You can learn how this innovative startup is applying AI to tackle a critical healthcare challenge: diabetic foot ulcers. Shayan highlights the alarming statistics surrounding diabetes and its complications, emphasizing the need for greatly improved patient education and engagement....

Novobeing is addressing a significant problem in healthcare: poor patient experience during hospital stays. Their solution involves using virtual reality technology to transport patients to calming environments, helping to reduce stress and anxiety. Beyond the direct benefits to patients, this also aims to improve HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) scores, as...

Prapela is a medical device company focused on improving newborn health. Their primary product is a specially designed mattress that uses gentle vibrations to regulate infant breathing, particularly for babies experiencing apnea of prematurity and neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome. CEO & co-founder, John Konsin, joins this episode to share how many newborns, especially premature babies, expe...