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 Structural Heart Talks, Larry Wood, Corporate VP and Group President, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement and Surgical Structural Heart at Edwards Lifesciences, discusses the transformative journey of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and the SAPIEN valve. Wood reflects on the innovation that enables minimally invasive heart valve replacement, which has become the standard of care for severe aortic stenosis and offers patients faster recovery and greater independence.

The conversation explores Edwards’ efforts to expand access to TAVR, emphasizing the importance of reducing undertreatment and addressing outdated clinical guidelines that delay intervention. Wood also highlights findings from the recent EARLY TAVR study, which challenges long-standing paradigms and advocates for changes to the guidelines to allow earlier treatment of aortic stenosis before symptoms appear.

Tune in to the 2021 episode of DeviceTalks Weekly where Host, Tom Salemi visits with Larry Wood to discuss the "Complete History of the SAPIEN TAVR," here: https://www.devicetalks.com/the-complete-history-of-the-sapien-tavr-from-pvts-emerging-idea-to-edwards-lifesciences-success/

Thank you to Confluent Medical Technologies for sponsoring this episode of Structural Heart Talks. To learn more about how Confluent Medical supports medical device companies, visit: www.confluentmedical.com.

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Edwards' Larry Wood discusses TAVR evolution, new clinical paradigms, and addressing treatment gaps

In this episode of Structural Heart Talks, Todd Brinton, MD, Chief Scientific Officer & CVP, Advanced Technology at Edwards Lifesciences, discusses Edwards’ vision of future innovative technologies that elevate patient care and expand the possibilities of structural heart therapies. Brinton reflects on his journey from biomedical engineering to pioneering roles in MedTech, including his work at Shockwave Medical, and shares how these experiences shaped his mission to create impactful technologies for patients worldwide.

The conversation dives deep into Edwards’ evolving focus on structural heart failure and non-valvular structural heart therapies, emphasizing investigational programs that challenge traditional approaches and push the boundaries of interventional cardiology. Brinton highlights how Edwards fosters a mission-driven culture of collaboration, uniting engineering, clinical expertise, and market insights to tackle some of the most complex challenges in cardiac care.

The episode also underscores the transformative role of mentorship in Brinton’s career and his commitment to paying it forward by empowering others in the MedTech space. Drawing on personal stories, Brinton illustrates how embracing failure and leveraging diverse perspectives have driven innovation at Edwards, paving the way for new therapies that can improve care for patients globally.

* Please note that this episode was recorded before the sale of Edwards’ Critical Care business unit to BD, which closed on Sept 3, 2024.

Thank you to Integer for sponsoring this episode of Structural Heart Talks. To learn more about how Integer supports medical device companies, visit www.Integer.net.

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Todd Brinton shares lessons on mentorship, Edwards’ culture and advancing heart failure innovation

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