Edward Lifesciences’ acquisition of Percutaneous Valve Technologies helped mark the birth of one of medtech’s great game-changers – the development of the transcatheter aortic valve replacement.

In this week’s episode, Stanton Rowe, the former CEO of PVT, will walk us through the early days of TAVR, including the enormous doubt the start-up faced as it developed the technology. He also explained how Edwards came to acquire the start-up, which had strong interest from Medtronic, Boston Scientific, and others.

Rowe, who is now CEO of the NXT Biomedical incubator, also offers some provocative thoughts on the origins of medtech innovation (and explains why he misses medical device conferences.)

Larry Wood, corporate vice president at Edwards Lifesciences, will explain why Edwards opted to pursue PVT rather than continue to develop its own TAVR technology.

He also explains why the clinical trial testing of the valve now known as Sapien was so difficult and how he rewrote the compensation packages for his TAVR sales team to help build confidence in the new technology.

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The Complete History of the Sapien TAVR – from PVT’s Emerging Idea to Edwards Lifesciences' Success

In this episode, we learn about the data collecting during surgical robotic systems. Chief Digital Officer Brian Miller and Tony Jarc, Director, Research and Data Science , detail the importance of data being collected by Intuitive’s surgical robotic systems and how the company uses the data to help guide surgeons in the future.

How Intuitive’s surgical robots collect the data that can help improve surgical performance

In this episode of IntuitiveTalks, we take our first look at Intuitive’s Future Forward program, a three-piece initiative to better understand how the company fits best into an evolving healthcare landscale. Our guests are Julian Nikolchev, an experienced medical device entrepreneur and investor who now serves as SVP, Development and Strategy at the Intuitive. Nikolchev led the creation of Intuitive Ventures, a $100 million corporate venture capital program led by our second guest, Oliver Keown, MD, a physician turned investor who is leading the creation of an intriguing portfolio of digital and medical device companies that will help inform Intuitive’s future. You can see Intuitive’s full team and portfolio here. https://ventures.intuitive.com/

IntuitiveTalks – How a new venture group keeps Intuitive’s eyes focused forward on the future

Nearly 700,000 people die from heart disease, that’s one out of every five deaths, a startling number that could be curtailed with better predictive tools. In this episode, we’ll talk with two medical device companies employing new analytical tools to get a clearer picture of heart health. We’ll first connect with Campbell Rogers, MD, executive vice president and chief medical officer of HeartFlow, who will explain how the company’s HeartFlow FFRCT Analysis tool can bring new data to bear. Then, we’ll connect with James Min, MD, co-founder and CEO of Cleerly, a start-up employing artificial intelligence and other tools that he says will help dispel the mystery of this elusive killer.

How Cleerly and HeartFlow are hunting a massive, but still elusive killer – heart disease

In this episode, Host Tom Salemi learns the Elixir Medical story from CEO Motasim Sirhan, who has spent most of his medtech career developing new vascular implants to prop open previously occluded blood vessels. Sirhan led developing of early version of bare metal stents while at Guidant. He’d go on to start and sell a company that developed another vascular device before pairing with Invus Group to start Elixir Medical in 2005. After a false start, the company is collecting promising clinical data for its DynamX vascular scaffolding system. We’ll learn why Sirhan sees this as an leap forward from drug-eluting stents. He also shares stories from his career about taking chances and overcoming fears. This episode is sponsored by DeviceTalks West.

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Elixir Medical CEO explains how new scaffold system could move vascular treatment beyond the stent

In this episode of Boston Scientific Talks, Sandra Nagale, PhD, Director of Digital Health Platforms and Products, breaks down the transformative role of AI within the medical device industry.
Motivated to drive impactful changes, Nagale emphasizes Boston Scientific's unwavering dedication to pioneering breakthrough medical solutions and enhancing patient and physician experiences through AI and emphasizes how products like BeatLogic and LUX-Dx ICM are redefining healthcare by providing actionable, real-time insights.

Navigating the complexities of melding AI with healthcare, Nagale accentuates the necessity for solutions rooted in evidence that genuinely amplifies value. She highlights the urgency to streamline patient experiences, mitigate healthcare worker challenges, and elevate the patient journey. As Boston Scientific spearheads these advancements, Nagale envisions a future where medical devices seamlessly integrate into holistic patient care – from early detection to treatment. Dive into this episode to uncover how Boston Scientific is steering the medtech industry into an AI-augmented future.

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Boston Scientific's Sandra Nagale predicts the future of medtech powered by AI innovations

A college introduction to biomechanics set Nitin Salunke on an expected path into the medical device industry. But once his course was set Salunke helped manage innovative product launches at several large medical device companies including WL Gore, Cordis and Covidien/Medtronic. But Salunke always had his eyes on leading a start-up. In this discussion you’ll learn how he used each opportunity to help achieve that dream. Today, he leads Supira Medical, a white-hot startup developing a new type of pVAD.  Salunke will also be a speaker at the upcoming DeviceTalks West meeting.

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How Nitin Salunke’s different mindset helped him shift career from engineer to CEO of Supira Medical

In this episode of Boston Scientific Talks, Paudie O'Connor, SVP of Global Supply Chain, reflects on how Boston Scientific is overcoming initial supply chain challenges by establishing a new operational efficiency and sustainability standard.

Additionally, O'Connor highlights Boston Scientific's strategic shift towards more sustainable practices, including a significant reduction in carbon footprint by transitioning from air to ocean freight, reducing carbon footprint by 96%, and aiming for a 90% ocean freight rate by 2026. This shift necessitates infrastructural investments, such as building sterilization facilities closer to manufacturing sites, enabling direct market shipping, and transitioning from air to sea where feasible.

The discussion also covers innovations in packaging, with a move towards digital instructions and tailored packaging for different markets. This approach aligns with environmental goals while catering to diverse regulatory requirements. Lastly, O'Connor speaks to the role of supplier partnerships in achieving these ambitious targets, underlining Boston Scientific's commitment to not only navigating but also redefining the supply chain norms in the medical device industry.

Listen to this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast to hear more about Paudie O'Connor's career and work at Boston Scientific. https://www.devicetalks.com/what-boston-scientifics-evolving-supply-chain-strategy-means-for-partners-productivity-and-ma/ 

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Boston Scientific's Paudie O'Connor on managing supply chain volatility and sustainability

In the inaugural episode of Ortho Innovation Talks: Zimmer Biomet, Rachel Ellingson, SVP and Chief Strategy Officer at Zimmer Biomet, shares insights into the company's growth strategy, emphasizing that growth can be achieved not only through addition - like innovation and acquisition - but also through subtraction, such as exiting lower growth, non-core businesses. 

In the episode, Ellingson discusses the decision to spin off Zimmer Biomet's spine and dental businesses and the significant undertaking required to create a new public company, which required integrating and then disintegrating business segments, building corporate infrastructure, and establishing a dedicated leadership team for the new entity - a major initiative involving over 500 people and a dedicated separation management office.

Lastly, Ellingson discusses what's next in Zimmer Biomet's growth strategy, citing a balance between internal innovation and M&A and noting that the company plans to launch over 40 new products in the next 36 months, focusing on markets with at least 4% growth. 

Thank you to our season one sponsors, AcuityMD and Millstone Medical for supporting this podcast. To learn more about our episode sponsor, AcuityMD, please visit http://acuitymd.com.

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S1 Ep 1 - Zimmer Biomet's Rachel Ellingson on driving growth through portfolio shifts and M&A

This episode of DeviceTalks AI offers a comprehensive look at the ways AI is poised to upend the pharmaceutical industry. It features an in-depth keynote interview with Helen Merianos, Head of Sanofi's R&D Portfolio Strategy, who provides an inside look into Sanofi's commitment to go "all-in" on AI and data science. Merianos discusses the use of Sanofi's proprietary plai app – an AI-enabled smartphone app that draws from over a billion data points – and its role in establishing a data-driven culture across the company.

Additionally, the episode features Michelle Longmire, MD, Co-Founder and CEO of Medable, who discusses the use of generative AI in automating and accelerating clinical trial technology deployment timelines. These applications could cut some timelines in half. Longmire envisions AI's potential to drastically accelerate a development process. “Say there's 10,000 uncured or poorly suboptimally treated human diseases.” At the current pace of drug development, it might take about 200 years to create treatments for those conditions. “Imagine if we could 10x that,” Longmire says.

Join us for the next episode of DeviceTalks AI, where we sit down with Ha Hong, PhD, Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, Endoscopy at Medtronic.

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Sanofi races to the AI forefront in Big Pharma; Plus, Medable's big promises for clinical trials

In this episode of StrykerTalks, Spencer Stiles, Group President of Orthopaedics and Spine at Stryker, discusses Stryker's latest advancements shaping the future of orthopedics and spine care, including an update on the significant role of Mako, Stryker’s pioneering robotic arm-assisted system.

Additionally, Stiles discusses the expansive reach of these innovations, emphasizing their rapid adoption across global markets, particularly in Asia, where Stryker’s advanced solutions meet diverse clinical needs and operational settings. He shares insights into how these technologies cater to the unique challenges faced in different regions, enhancing Stryker's impact on global healthcare landscapes. The conversation further explores Stryker’s strategic growth initiatives, particularly its approach to mergers and acquisitions. Stiles outlines how these moves are carefully crafted to align with Stryker’s long-term vision, ensuring that each acquisition not only expands their market presence but also complements their existing portfolio. 

Thank you to DornerWorks for sponsoring this episode. To learn more about how DornerWorks supports medical device companies, visit www.DornerWorks.com. 

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Spencer Stiles on what's driving Stryker’s ortho growth with surgical robotics and strategic M&A

In this episode of StrykerTalks, we welcome back Andy Pierce, Group President of MedSurg and Neurotechnology, to discuss the impact of the Vocera acquisition and how Vocera's dynamic clinical workflow addresses staffing shortages and enhances efficiency. 

Additionally, the episode covers Stryker's new LIFEPAK 35 monitor/defibrillator, advancements in the 1788 visualization platform, and ongoing innovations in the neurovascular space. Pierce also touches on plans for incorporating Vocera into more Stryker products and the company's interest in soft-tissue surgical robotics.

Want more from Andy Pierce? Explore his previous appearances on the DeviceTalks Podcast Network.

Prior appearance on StrykerTalks:
https://www.devicetalks.com/pierce-talks-innovation-vocera-ascs-and-why-nurses-hug-strykers-neptune-waste-management-system/

Prior appearance on DT Weekly:
https://www.devicetalks.com/lobo-and-pierce-talk-wright-cool-tech-robotics-and-the-not-so-secret-plans-to-keep-stryker-growing/

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Stryker’s Pierce updates on Vocera, 1788, Neuro, & interest in soft-tissue surgical robotics system

In this episode of DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Host Tom Salemi interviews Jim Hollingshead, PhD, the CEO of Insulet. Hollingshead had the unenviable job of taking over for CEO Shacey Petrovic when she left the insulin-delivery company two years ago. Hollingshead previously had helped ResMed develop its industry-leading connectivity/cloud strategy. In this conversation you’ll hear about his journey and what steps Insulet has taken to build share in the Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes markets

MassDevice Editor Chris Newmaker returns with his newsmakers - Asensus Surgical, Tandem, Stryker, Perceptive, and BiVacor.

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How can the cloud and connected devices improve patient care? Insulet CEO Jim Hollingshead knows

In this episode of IntuitiveTalks, we welcome back Myriam Curet, MD, EVP & Chief Medical Officer at Intuitive, to discuss the transformative impact of surgical robotics on patient care, focusing on the evolution of the DaVinci system, including the recent DaVinci 5 launch.

In the episode, Dr. Curet explains how surgical robotics like DaVinci have shifted from being seen as advanced technology to becoming an integral part of surgical practice, enhancing patient outcomes and surgeon efficiency. She also stresses the significance of real-world data and meta-analyses in validating surgical robotic systems and providing a profound understanding of their benefits across various categories of surgery. Lastly, Dr. Curet offers a behind-the-scenes look at the meticulous development and approval process of the DaVinci 5 system.

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Intuitive CMO Myriam Curet unpacks DaVinci 5 launch, growing robotics adoption, and clinical impact

In the inaugural episode of our newest podcast, Structural Heart Talks, we sit down with Daveen Chopra, Corporate VP and GM of Transcatheter Mitral and Tricuspid Therapies (TMTT) at Edwards Lifesciences. 

In the episode, Chopra discusses the unique challenges of advancing therapies for the mitral and tricuspid valves, which have historically been more difficult to treat than the aortic valve due to their complex and varied nature. He details Edwards Lifesciences' efforts to innovate in this space with technologies like the PASCAL valve repair system and the EVOQUE tricuspid valve replacement system, the first transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement approved in both the US and Europe.

Later, Chopra explains the importance of a focused approach at Edwards Lifesciences, where the company’s specialization in structural heart disease enables deeper knowledge and more targeted innovation. The conversation also explores the intricate process of planning and executing these advanced procedures, which require close collaboration between interventional cardiologists and echocardiographers. Chopra underscores the ongoing commitment to clinical evidence and real-world outcomes as key drivers of future success in this rapidly evolving field. Looking ahead, he emphasizes the need to increase awareness, diagnosis, and treatment rates for valve diseases, noting that many patients still go untreated due to a lack of awareness.

Thank you to Resonetics for sponsoring this episode of Structural Heart Talks. To learn more about how Resonetics supports medical device companies, visit: https://shorturl.at/E1wO8

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Daveen Chopra discusses Edwards’ mitral and tricuspid focus, PASCAL and EVOQUE, and patient impacts

In this episode of DeviceTalks Weekly podcast, Host Tom Salemi introduces one DeviceTalks West speaker. Ray Baker, MD, vice president and chief medical officer, neuromodulation at Boston Scientific, introduces DeviceTalks Weekly listeners to Intracept, a procedure approved by the FDA to treat forms of back pain. Dr. Baker will be a speaker at DeviceTalks West on Oct. 17 where the clinical and commercial details will be discussed. 

Register now at West.Devicetalks.com. Use the code mentioned in the podcast to save 25% off the price of registration.

Salemi also invites listeners to attend the Connected Health Series taking place Sept. 10-12. Sponsored by Maxon and S3 Connected Health, virtual attendees can hear from Adona Medical, Baxter, BD and Canary Medical about the future of sensors and other connected technologies.

MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker brings another batch of Newmarker’s Newsmakers including Novocure, Medtronic, Johnson & Johnson MedTech, Edwards Lifesciences and the Big 100.

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Boston Scientific’s Baker on how Intracept battles back pain. Hear full story at DeviceTalks West

In this episode of AbbottTalks, Sandra Lesenfants, SVP of Abbott’s structural heart business, discusses the latest advancements in structural heart care, focusing on Abbott's transformative TriClip device for tricuspid regurgitation.

Lesenfants highlights Abbott’s commitment to patient-centered innovation, emphasizing the importance of creating solutions that meet patients’ needs through safe and effective technologies. She also shares Abbott’s approach to expanding access to minimally invasive therapies, particularly in underserved populations worldwide, and the role of physician partnerships in advancing structural heart interventions.

Lastly, Lesenfants underscores the company’s efforts to increase diversity in clinical trials, noting the importance of intentional inclusivity across gender and ethnicity to better serve diverse patient populations.

Thank you to Confluent Medical Technologies for sponsoring this episode of AbbottTalks. For more information on how Confluent Medical works with medical device companies, visit https://confluentmedical.com/.

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Abbott’s Lesenfants shares TriClip progress, patient-centered innovation & clinical trial diversity

In this episode of IntuitiveTalks, Dirk Barten, Senior VP and GM of EU Commercial and Marketing at Intuitive, takes us through Europe's unique surgical robotics landscape. He discusses the differences in adoption rates between the US and Europe, where surgical robotics uptake has lagged by about five to seven years.

Barten also explains the critical role Intuitive’s digital ecosystem plays in supporting surgeons and healthcare teams throughout Europe. Through tools like tele-education and digital hubs, Intuitive is providing accessible training and data support, which he believes are essential in driving improved patient outcomes and meeting hospitals' needs for more integrated and efficient surgical solutions.

In addition, Barten explores how healthcare system consolidation in major European countries is reshaping hospital networks, leading to increased centralization of complex procedures. He highlights Intuitive’s investment in expanding its infrastructure across Europe, with new sites in Switzerland, Germany, and the UK, underscoring Intuitive’s confidence in the region’s growth potential despite ongoing economic pressures.

Thank you to Kollmorgen for sponsoring this episode. To learn more about how Kollmorgen works with medical device companies, please visit: www.kollmorgen.com. 

And that’s not all! Explore some of Kollmorgen’s success stories below:
1. Kollmorgen and Stereotaxis Advance the Precision and Safety of Surgical Robots | https://www.kollmorgen.com/en-us/case-studies/kollmorgen-and-stereotaxis-advance-precision-and-safety-surgical-robots
2. Enabling New Surgical Possibilities with High-Torque, Low-Temperature and Compact-Size Motors | https://www.kollmorgen.com/en-us/case-studies/enabling-new-surgical-possibilities-high-torque-low-temperature-and-compact-size

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Intuitive’s Barten on Europe’s surgical robotics adoption, healthcare shifts & regulatory demands

In this week’s DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Host Tom Salemi interviews Dr. Andrew Napier, a former army medic and ER doc who saw a need for sh*t that works, specifically an intubation tool that allowed for easier access to the airway.  He developed his own device and started a company, IntuBlade, to make his vision a reality. Thank you to Dr. Napier and all listeners who have served in the military. Happy Veterans Day.

MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker brings his Newmarker’s Newsmakers – Philips, Precision Neuroscience, Integra Lifesciences, Boston Scientific, and Johnson & Johnson.

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How frustration on the battlefield and ER led Andrew Napier to build a better intubation device

In this StrykerTalks episode, Andy Pierce, Group President of MedSurg and Neurotechnology at Stryker, shares his insights on the company’s commitment to innovation, growth, and patient-centered care. 

Pierce reflects on his 29-year journey with Stryker, highlighting the high-performance culture shaped by entrepreneurial spirit, growth targets, and strategic acquisitions. He discusses how Stryker’s decentralized structure supports quick, localized decision-making while fostering collaboration across its business units. 

The conversation also explores the company's M&A strategy, focusing on acquisitions that bring de-risked, high-impact technologies that align with Stryker’s long-term goals. Pierce provides an inside look at Stryker's engagement with the soft tissue robotics space, its approach to balancing internal and external innovation, and the proactive steps Stryker takes to address healthcare staffing shortages with technology.

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Andy Pierce shares how Stryker is “fighting on its front foot” through R&D and aggressive M&A

Where does Iman Jeddi see Intuitive’s da Vinci 5 - and robotics - fit into the future of surgery?

In this episode of IntuitiveTalks, Iman Jeddi, PhD, senior vice president and general manager of the company’s multi port platform, shares a vision for the future of surgery where robotic systems elevate the performance of surgeons and deliver greater care equity.

Jeddi’s career started in biomedical engineering, taking her through several start-ups and ultimately, Abbott. Her lifelong career goal to create technology that improved care for the many led her to join Intuitive Surgical in 2013.

Jeddi has held multiple leadership roles in engineering, operations, and quality. Prior to taking her current post, Jeddi was general manager of the single-port platform, da Vinci SP, so she brings a uniquely comprehensive perspective to the company’s surgical robotic portfolio.

The interview begins and ends with a personal story illustrating her belief in building medical devices and tools that can deliver better care for as many patients as possible.

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Where Intuitive's Iman Jeddi sees da Vinci 5 - and robotics - fitting into the future of surgery

In this episode of Neuro Innovation Talks, host John Murray interviews Charles "Chuck" Kerber, MD, Emeritus Professor of Radiology and Neurosurgery at UCSD, a pioneering force in neurovascular medicine, whose innovations—such as flow-directed catheters and cyanoacrylates for therapeutic embolization—transformed the field. Dr. Kerber reflects on his Appalachian roots and military experience, highlighting how these influences shaped his views on responsibility, mentorship, and patient-centered care. His philosophy of innovation, grounded in imagination and resilience, offers a blueprint for tackling complex medical challenges.

The discussion explores the iterative process of developing life-saving neurovascular devices, from early failures to groundbreaking successes, and emphasizes the vital role of collaboration with industry partners. Dr. Kerber shares stories of his mentorship style, which encouraged creativity and accountability, and its profound impact on the next generation of neurovascular physicians. He also underscores the importance of ethical considerations and humanity in patient care.

Looking ahead, Dr. Kerber advocates for the continued integration of creativity and teamwork in addressing future neurovascular challenges. He closes by offering young physicians advice on embracing imagination and perseverance to drive innovation and improve patient outcomes.

Thank you to Resonetics for sponsoring this episode of Structural Heart Talks. To learn more about how Resonetics supports medical device companies, visit: https://shorturl.at/E1wO8

Special thanks to the following for their support in the development of this podcast: Joanna Colangelo, Mark Dickinson, Whitney Garrett, Tracy Murray, SYK, Eytan Raz, MD, Boris Pabon, MD, Joseph Horton, MD, John Barr, MD, and special thanks to William Bank, MD.

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J&J's John Murray and Dr. Kerber on neurovascular innovation and lessons in imagination & resilience

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, we’ll play the interview Host Tom Salemi conducted with Adam Elsesser, CEO of Penumbra, which has grown into a force in the vascular and neurovascular industries.

Elsesser’s path into running a MedTech startup was quite accidental, but that unorthodox path has helped the company develop a unique culture for innovation. Elsesser shares that philosophy in this interview and explains why he prefers uncertainty over risk.

Kicking off the episode Jim Hammerand, managing editor of Medical Design and Outsourcing, visits with Chris Newmarker and Salemi to share the highlights of the magazine’s leadership issue including an in-depth interview he did with former Edwards Lifesciences CEO Mike Mussallem.

The three then run through this week’s Newmarker’s Newsmakers - Integra, Olympus, Johnson & Johnson, Boston Scientific, Stryker, and Inari.

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Why Penumbra CEO Adam Elsesser will take uncertainty over risk in MedTech innovation

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, we get an inside look into why Boston Scientific’s AF Solutions division has experienced such a meteoric rise over the past few years. CMO Dr. Brad Sutton lays out the problem facing patients and physicians when treating atrial fibrillation and how acquisitions of pulsed-field ablation tool FARAPULSE is changing the game.

This episode is sponsored by Freudenberg Medical. To discuss a partnership with Freudenberg Medical for your EP catheter portfolio, please visit https://ep.freudenbergmedical.com/.

Chris Newmarker of MassDevice joins Host Tom Salemi in delivering this week’s Newmarker’s Newsmakers - Abbott, Boston Scientific, Intuitive, and Medtronic.

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Boston Scientific’s Brad Sutton explains why FARAPULSE may be part of the best story in MedTech

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Host Tom Salemi talks with Highridge CEO Rebecca Whitney and Executive Chairman Eric Major about the swirling spinal market. Whitney and Major share what makes the spine industry different from other MedTech sectors and why they believe Highridge is uniquely positioned to grab a large piece of the market.

The episode is sponsored by DeviceTalks Boston. Register to attend at Boston.DeviceTalks.com.

DeviceTalks listeners can find our first interview with the Highridge team here. https://www.devicetalks.com/hear-highridge-medicals-plans-to-scale-the-spine-market-a-preview-of-the-medtechvision-conference/

MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker returns with the Newmarker’s Newsmakers sharing stories about Stereotaxis, the FDA, Philips, Zimmer Biomet, and Stryker.

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Highridge Medical leaders say the spunout startup is ready to battle for spine market supremacy

In 2024, only months before the world lost Dr. Nick Hopkins, Host John Murray, sat down with Dr. Hopkins to discuss his innovative treatments in stroke care, the necessity of collaboration and partnerships to advance research and clinical care, and the importance of mentorship and training the next generation of neurosurgeons.
 
In this special memorial episode, we hear Dr. Hopkins reflect on “not doing everything by the book, but looking around to ask: is there a better way than what’s in the book?” He shares his philosophy on embracing and learning from mistakes that have fueled advancements in neurovascular methodologies and inspired a culture of openness in the medical community. 
 
A champion of mentorship, Dr. Hopkins has acted as a guiding force for numerous professionals, shaping the future of neurovascular surgery. The episode also delves into the ethical and moral compass that underlies Dr. Hopkins’ work, reaffirming the profound humanity that anchors his approach to both his profession and personal life.
 
To honor the depth of Dr. Hopkins’ legacy, we hear directly from many of his mentees and fellows, including Dr. Adnan Siddiqui, Dr. Ricardo Hanel, Dr. Chuck Kerber, Dr. J. Mocco, Dr. Qureshi, Dr. Raphael Rodriguez, Dr. Demetrius Lopes, and Dr. Ajay Wakhlo on the personal and professional impact he has had on their lives and careers.

Thank you to Zeus for sponsoring this episode of Neuro Innovation Talks. To learn more about how Zeus supports medical device companies, visit: www.zeusinc.com.

Special thanks to Dr. Hopkins’s mentees and fellows who shared their stories and to the following for their support in the development of this podcast: Joanna Colangelo, Mark Dickinson, Whitney Garrett, Tracy Murray, SYK, and Dr. Elad Levy.

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Special Memorial Episode: John Murray and Dr Nick Hopkins Discuss Multidisciplinary Neuro Innovation

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Host Tom Salemi talks with Dr. Maria Artunduaga, the founder and CEO of Samay, a startup that’s using acoustic energy to get a clearer picture of the lung’s performance. Family tragedy and professional frustration set Dr. Artunduaga on a course that won MedTech Innovator’s Grand Prize. She has the giant check to prove it.

This episode was sponsored by DeviceTalks Boston. You can register at Boston.DeviceTalks.com.

Rachel Robinson, COO of MassMEDIC, joins us on the Newmarker’s Newsmakers. Before we hit the news of the week, Robinson gave a preview of the upcoming MassMEDIC’s Symposium & Gala on March 6.

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MassDevice Executive Editor Chris Newmaker then delivers news on - Boston Scientific, ResMed, Globus Medical, BD and Baxter. Hilarity ensues.

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How Samay’s CEO came up with the `sound’ idea for a device to battle COPD, win MedTech Innovator

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Meghan Scanlon, SVP and president of urology at Boston Scientific, updates us on the integration of its powerhouse neurostim acquisition – Axonics. Scanlon also offers great insights on what makes the urology business such a powerful specialty for physicians and medical device executives.

Go here to listen to Scanlon’s first visit with DeviceTalks Weekly. https://www.devicetalks.com/boston-scientific-and-zenflow-are-bringing-critical-new-tools-to-help-urologists-treat-patients/

DeviceTalks Managing Editor Kayleen Brown sits down with Kevin Dempsey, senior director of business development at Tecan, about the opportunities in neuromodulation. Tecan is the sponsor of this episode. To learn more about Tecan visit, https://partnering.tecan.com/

MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker brings a basket of Newmarker’s Newsmakers including Inspire Medical, Kestra Medical, MGB Layoffs, Medtronic and Johnson & Johnson.

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Boston Scientific’s Scanlon shares secrets to good integration, power of compassion for patients

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker sits down with Wayne Paterson, CEO of Anteris Technologies, a unique start-up that’s approaching the complicated and competitive TAVR market.

Chris Newsmaker and Host Tom Salemi also discuss this week’s Newmarker’s Newsmakers including Medtronic, Boston Scientific, Johnson & Johnson MedTech, NeuroPace and the FDA.

This episode was sponsored by DeviceTalks Minnesota. Register to attend the June 11 event at Minnesota.DeviceTalks.com.

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How an artful pivot and IPO is positioning Anteris Technologies to take on the red hot TAVR space

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, it’s a DeviceTalks Team Up. Editorial Director Tom Salemi and Managing Editor Kayleen Brown interview Doug Evans, CEO and President of Lungpacer Medical. Evans shares the tragic reason he vowed to start a company that would help wean patients off ventilators. We’ll hear his success story in the podcast, but join us at DeviceTalks Boston to hear the story behind the AeroPace technologies as Evans will be joined by Lungpacer COO Viral Thakkar and Mike Longo, vice president of product development.

Register to attend DeviceTalks Boston at Boston.DeviceTalks.com. If you missed our early bird rate use the code mentioned in the podcast on March 1 and 2.

Before the DeepDive conversation, we’ll have Mass Device Honcho Chris Newmarker’s Newsmakers - Medtronic, Solventum, FDA layoffs, Boston Scientific, and Teleflex.  

Jim Hammerand, managing editor of Medical Design & Outsourcing, opens with an overview of the magazine’s current Min-Vasive issue. You can find all the articles mentioned at medicaldesignandoutsourcing.com.

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Hear Part 1 of Lungpacer Medical’s AeroPace Story; Be part of the conclusion at DeviceTalks Boston

In the kickoff episode of Season 2 of Ortho Innovation Talks, Louie Vogt, Group President of Reconstructive at Enovis, takes us inside the company’s strategic growth in orthopedics. Vogt shares how Enovis has transformed into a major player in the reconstructive space through key acquisitions and bold bets on innovative implant designs.

He discusses the evolution of knee implants, highlighting Enovis’ pioneering work with kinematically driven bearings and the dual pivot knee concept. Vogt also touches on the growing role of robotics and enabling technologies in orthopedic surgery, emphasizing how these advancements are changing the surgeon experience and patient outcomes.

Beyond knees, Vogt explores Enovis’ expansion into foot and ankle reconstruction—a rapidly growing market—and how the company is leveraging M&A and innovation to carve out a competitive edge. As Enovis looks ahead to 2025, Vogt teases major product launches in shoulders, hips, and extremities, signaling another big year for the company.

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Enovis’ Vogt on driving recon growth past $1B w/ M&A, knee breakthroughs and foot & ankle expansion

In this week’s episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker talks with SynCardia CEO Patrick Schnegelsberg and COO Matthew Schuster. Twenty years after FDA approval, SynCardia is the only company with a commercially available total artificial heart, with more than 2,000 implants. Now they're developing what they think will be a game-changer for the technology: a next-gen artificial heart called the Emperor that will be a fully implantable version, without external drivers.

But before the interview Host Tom Salemi gives a quick recap of the MassMedic Symposium and Gala. Then, Chris Newmarker and Senior Editor Danielle Kirsh unpack MassDevice’s new report on surgical robotic companies.

You can download the report for free here. https://www.massdevice.com/gated/massdevices-surgical-robotics-special-report-2025/

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Will SynCardia's Emperor be capable of boldly going where no artificial heart has gone before?

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Host Tom Salemi interviews Todd Langevin, president of BIOTRONIK Neuro, a familiar name in medical devices with a new approach to alleviating pain through spinal cord stimulation. Langevin, who has spent his career in neuro devices, gives his assessment of the field today, explaining how it’s exceeded his early expectations.

Just before that Tom talks with Joe Mullings of The Mullings Group and Surgical Robotics Expert Steve Bell about the state of the surgical robotics industry. The trio will talk about current leaders, emerging powers, and how a shift toward cardiac surgeons could change the playing field completely.

But to start, MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker joins Tom for the Newmarker’s Newsmakers, the leading stories from the pages of MassDevice. This week’s newsmakers include Tariffs, Medtronic, Surgical Robotics, Stryker, and BCI company Paradromics.

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BIOTRONIK Neuro’s Langevin talks power of connected spinal stim; What’s Next in Surgical Robotics

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly podcast, Host Tom Salemi interviews Alan Lotvin, MD, the CEO and co-founder of Sequel Med Tech, a small company promoting another BIG idea from prolific inventor Dean Kamen. Lotvin, who was formerly a senior executive at CVS/Caremark and PBMs, explains how Twiist, the automated insulin delivery system, could be a game-changer for people with diabetes.

Before the interview, we’ll hear from Ivan Tornos, the CEO and president of Zimmer Biomet. Tornos, who is the opening keynote interview guest at DeviceTalks Boston on April 30 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center talks with Salemi and Joe Mullings about the the changes at Zimmer Biomet and in orthopedics.

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Lotvin on why this Sequel AID is better than the original; ZB’s Tornos highlights new tech, ASCs

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