DeviceAlliance: MedTech Radio

Medtech entrepreneurship is on the rise, and for good reason.  The continual growth that’s seen within the life sciences industry in Orange County has been attracting an increasing number of international investors and VC firms.  Venture capital firms have set their sights on the Southern California life sciences industry, which is displayed by the fact that the amount of VC investment for 2018 was around $7.6 billion for biotech and medical devices.  It's a good time to be involved in the startup scene.  Yet entering the world of medtech startups is complex and rife with unique challenges.  When 90% of startups fail, what does one need to know about the 10% that don't?  What are the best practices to cover blind spots one may have when launching a medtech startup?

In this episode of DeviceAlliance’s Medtech Radio, we speak with the Executive Chairman of Foldax Inc., and Exec Chairman Chief Strategy Officer of Compellon Inc. Ken Charhut.  Join us as we discuss how this ground breaking technology was created, what major milestone this represents for heart valve patients worldwide, and how the progress toward mitral and transcatheter versions of the valves next year have the potential to revolutionize the heart valve industry. 

Strokes are the number one cause of disability in the world, and the second cause of death globally.  In addressing this challenge, Medtronic grew to become the largest medical device company in the world.  With key strategic acquisitions, Medtronic experienced unparalleled growth.  In such a business environment, how does a professional adapt the change agility to scale themselves at the same rate as the business?

In this episode of DeviceAlliance’s Medtech Radio, we speak with the President, City of Hope Orange County, Annette Walker.  She served as president of strategy for Providence St. Joseph Health and chief executive of St. Joseph Health.  In 2017 she was named one of the top 25 women in U.S. healthcare by Modern Healthcare magazine.  Join us as we discuss her professional journey in health care, the challenges fighting cancer today, and how the medical device community can help in that fight.

How does one understand and stay ahead of the FDA and EU changing quality regulations as leaders instead of followers?

In this episode of DeviceAlliance’s Medtech Radio, we speak with Founder of Greenlight Guru, Jon Speer.  Join us as he shares his deep insights in the differences that help medical devices get to market faster with less risk. Greenlight Guru is the only quality management software platform designed specifically for medical devices companies. The platform helps companies get safer products to market faster, simplifies FDA and ISO regulatory compliance and provides a single source of truth by connecting the management of all quality processes like CAPAs, risk, audits and more.

Did you know that 50% of concussions go unreported or undetected.  If you or a loved one had a concussion, what signs would you look for?  What should you do if you think you or your child has had a concussion?  How can clinicians collect objective data to make better-informed decisions about the nature of impairment, and the corresponding treatment needed to optimize recovery? 

The medical device sector is one of the largest and fastest growing industries in Irvine.  As such, The Greater Irvine Chamber of Commerce is creating task forces to attract and engage talent from the community to meet tomorrow's challenges head on.  How can you be a part of strengthening Irvine's international profile and medtech ecosystem?

In this episode of DeviceAlliance’s Medtech Radio, we interview Chairman and CEO of Edwards Lifesciences, Michael Mussallem. 

Join us as we speak with Mike about how Edwards plans to support Orange County's medical device community, and what we can do to drive collaboration, innovation, and career development for all device professionals in Southern California.