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In this podcast episode, MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker sits down with Christian Mazzi, CEO of Corcym — formerly LivaNova’s surgical heart valve business — about how it has transformed since it became an independent company under Gyral Capital in 2021. Next up is an effort to expand innovation beyond Corcym’s core heart valve portfolio to areas such as heart failure treatment. Mazzi, though, still has a lot to say about surgical heart valve replacement when speaking with MassDevice Editor in Chief Chris Newmarker. Surgical heart valve procedures are shifting toward being more laparoscopic, and surgical robotics applications are on the horizon. Even as transcatheter heart valves generate a lot of buzz in medtech, surgical heart valve innovation is getting exciting, too. Like the Arthurian heroes that Corcym names its products after, Mazzi and his company are on a quest. But first Host Tom Salemi, DeviceTalks Managing Editor Kayleen Brown and Newmarker share their highlights of the wildly successful DeviceTalks Minnesota that took place on June 11.Thanks for listening to this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode. https://devicetalks.castos.com/subscribe 

6/13/25 • 49:00

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly podcast, we share Zimmer Biomet CEO Ivan Tornos’ stellar visit to DeviceTalks Boston where he laid out the orthopedics’ company’s plan to be the boldest MedTech in the world (and spilled some tea about how the company paired up with Arnold Schwarzenegger.) Thank you to Protolabs for sponsoring this episode. Visit Protolabs.com for more information on how Protolabs works with medical device companies. Tom Salemi and Chris Newmaker are joined by Heather Hudnut Page for this week’s Newmarker’s Newsmakers. The trio preview DeviceTalks Minnesota and highlight the region’s newsmakers including Solventum, Medtronic, Boston Scientific and Inspire Medical Systems. Check out the agenda for the June 11 meeting  at Minnesota.DeviceTalks.com. Join us on June 12 for DeviceTalks Thursdays at Target Field! Buy your ticket to see the Twins game here. https://www.gofevo.com/event/DeviceTalks Thanks for listening to this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe now to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode: https://devicetalks.castos.com/subscribe 

6/6/25 • 77:23

In this episode of AbbottTalks, we dive into the surprising origins of neuromodulation, kicking off with a shocker (literally)—treating headaches with electric fish. Neuromodulation expert Yagna Pathak, PhD, Medical Science Manager of Medical Affairs at Abbott’s Neuromodulation business, explains how therapies like spinal cord and deep brain stimulation have evolved, detailing their impact on chronic pain and movement disorders. She outlines how Abbott is expanding neuromodulation applications through research in treatment-resistant depression and by integrating AI, wearables, and digital health tools. Pathak also shares how connected care technologies—including the Neurosphere Virtual Clinic and the new Neurosphere Digital Health app—are improving patient outcomes. These platforms enhance access, enable timely interventions, and provide valuable educational resources for patients and providers. Thank you to Cirtec Medical for sponsoring this episode of AbbottTalks. For more information on how Cirtec Medical works with medical device companies, visit https://www.cirtecmed.com/, and to learn more about Cirtec Medica’s Simplifi Platform, click: https://www.devicetalks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/simpifi-overview_litsheet.pdf Thank you for listening to the AbbottTalks Podcast. Click here to subscribe on your favorite podcast player: https://abbotttalks.castos.com/subscribe.

6/3/25 • 45:42

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, host Tom Salemi speaks with Cecilia Soriano, global president of Infusion Therapies and Technologies at Baxter. Soriano details how the company responded after Hurricane Helene severely damaged its North Carolina facility last fall. With floodwaters halting operations and disrupting supplies—especially IV bags—Baxter had to make bold, fast decisions to get back online. Soriano shares key lessons in crisis response and supply chain resiliency. This episode is sponsored by Aptyx. Go to Aptyx.com to find more information on how Aptyx works with medical device companies. If you want to see the video reference in the talk, go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j091JNt-SLc. We’ll start the episode with this week’s Newsmarker’s Newsmakers. Managing Editor Kayleen Brown joins Salemi and MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker to highlight the week’s biggest news from Zimmer Biomet, Hologic, Abbott, Boston Scientific, and Medtronic. We also pinpoint our favorite parts of the agenda for DeviceTalks Minnesota, which is happening June 11 at the McNamara Alumni Center. Register to attend at Minnesota.DeviceTalks.com! Use the code mentioned in the podcast to save 25%.

5/30/25 • 76:03

In this moving episode of the OlympusTalks podcast, host Tom Salemi of DeviceTalks explores the topic of pancreatic cancer. The episode features Rich Burde, Director of Marketing in EUS Solutions at Olympus, alongside special guests, pancreatic cancer survivor, Rob Schasteen and his daughter Brooke Schasteen-Smith. The conversation expands on Olympus’ focus on pancreatic cancer, its prevalence and Olympus’ mission to support physicians in the critical role of diagnosis and treatment.   Rob shares his personal battle with stage four pancreatic cancer, recounting his initial diagnosis and the invaluable support from his family, particularly Brooke, who relocated to Pennsylvania to care for him. Brooke, actively involved with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN), highlights the organization's pivotal role in offering vital resources, case management, and education for families affected by pancreatic cancer.  Tune in for more on the importance of seeking multiple medical opinions, maintaining hope and a positive attitude, and the significant support provided by PanCAN. Learn more about Olympus’ partnership with PanCAN and the resources and support available for families in their fight against pancreatic cancer.   For more episodes by OlympusTalks, please visit olympusamerica.com/podcasts.  ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:  To learn more about pancreatic cancer and for resources on early screening, visit https://www.pancreaticcancerscreening.com/. To explore Olympus’ EUS solutions, visit https://medical.olympusamerica.com/procedure/endoscopic-ultrasound-eus. For essential resources and more information on patient services from the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, visit https://pancan.org/.  

5/27/25 • 44:09

In this episode, Host Tom Salemi interviews Steve Mapa, a former MedTech leader who is now president and executive director of MedTechVets. In this conversation, we learn how Mapa found a path to the medical device industry a decade after leaving the army. He explains how MedTech fills the need to serve so many veterans still hold onto, and how MedTechVets is helping active service members and veterans transition into the MedTech industry. This episode is sponsored by DeviceTalks Minnesota. To join us in Minneapolis on June 11 go to Minnesota.DeviceTalks.com to register. Use the code DTWEEKLY25. But we’ll start this episode off with our Newmarker’s Newsmakers - Salemi, MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker and Associate Editor Sean Whooley kick around the news about AdvaMed, Dexcom, Johnson & Johnson MedTech, Intuitive, Medtronic, and, of course, Juicy Lucys and the Dinky Dome. Thanks for listening to this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode: https://devicetalks.castos.com/subscribe

5/23/25 • 64:07

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly podcast, Host Tom Salemi learns how ArteDrone, hopes to empower more interventionalists to deliver life-saving, stroke-clearing treatments. The company is combining digital twin navigation with a magnet-powered catheter to make clot removal more of a trade than an art. CEO Liane Teplitsky returns to DeviceTalks Weekly in her new role as CEO of the early-stage, VC-backed startup.  This episode is sponsored by DeviceTalks Minnesota. To review the agenda, go to Minnesota.DeviceTalks.com. Thanks for listening to the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode.

5/16/25 • 36:43

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Vincent Sourdaine, vice president of neuromodulation for EMEA, shares his journey into the MedTech industry and his fascination with neurotechnologies. Overseeing product launches in over 100 countries, he discusses the deep need for pain relief and other benefits of neuromodulation, and the challenges presented by EMEA’s unique health care markets. This episode is sponsored by DeviceTalks Minnesota. Go to Minnesota.DeviceTalks.com to register. Use the discount code mentioned in the episode. But we’ll start off the episode with MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker’s #NewmarkersNewsmakers including Cardinal Health, AdvaMed, Zimmer Biomet, EndoGenex, HistoSonics, and orthopedic companies. Go to MassDevice.com for our medical device coverage. Thank you for listening to this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode.

5/9/25 • 52:00

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, we review a few of the highlights of this week’s DeviceTalks Boston conference, a rip-roaring successful event! DeviceTalks Tom Salemi and Kayleen Brown sit down with MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker and Joe Mullings of The Mullings Group to review a few of the sessions. But the conversation took a turn into the personal, centering around how to use tools - including language, social media and networks - to tell stories and maintain connections. Finally, the group unpacks discussion with Ivan Tornos, CEO of Zimmer Biomet, the Women in MedTech Breakfast, and what we can do to make MedTech more attractive to the next generation. If you attended DeviceTalks Boston please fill out the feedback survey sent out on Friday! Help us make next year’s event even better. Thanks for listening to the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode.

5/2/25 • 53:26

In this debut episode of OlympusTalks, Host Tom Salemi welcomes Olympus Corporation of the Americas’ Vice President of Endoscopy Marketing Kurt Cannon, and colorectal cancer survivor and advocate Brooks Bell for a candid discussion on the importance of early screening. They explore Olympus’ role in advancing endoscopic technology and how it contributes to early detection and prevention of colon cancer.  Bell shares her personal experience with early-onset colorectal cancer, highlighting the urgent need to shift cultural perceptions around colonoscopies. She discusses her work through Worldclass Clothing, a nonprofit aimed at removing barriers to screening. Cannon elaborates on Olympus' commitment to improving adenoma detection rates and sheds light on how their latest innovation, the EVIS X1™ endoscopy system, is designed to support this mission. Colorectal cancer is rising in younger adults—but early screening can make all the difference. Tune in to hear how innovation, advocacy, and awareness are coming together to tackle colorectal cancer.   For more episodes by OlympusTalks, please visit http://olympusamerica.com/podcasts.  *Brooks Bell is a paid endorser of Olympus Corporation, its subsidiaries, and/or its affiliates. **The content of this podcast was paid for by Olympus. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:  • To learn more about the EVIS X1™ Endoscopy System, visit https://medical.olympusamerica.com/products/evis-x1. • For resources on colorectal cancer screening and to read patient stories, visit https://www.colonoscopytoday.com/.   To follow OlympusTalks on your favorite podcast player and YouTube, please visit: https://olympustalks.castos.com/subscribe  Thank you for listening to the OlympusTalks podcast!

4/29/25 • 41:15

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, we’ll get a small taste of what’s to come at DeviceTalks Boston. Host Tom Salemi interviews Paul Grand of MedTech Innovator, Holly Scott of The Mullings Group, and Peter Stebbins of Satio about the state of startups in Boston and the hot topics in MedTech. Managing Editor Kayleen Brown warms up for her fireside chat with Charisse Sparks, MD, former chief medical officer at Inspire Medical Systems. Dr. Sparks will be the opening keynote interview on Day 2 of DeviceTalks Boston. Don’t miss it! Register at Boston.DeviceTalks.com. Use the code mentioned inside to save 25%. Thanks for listening to this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode: https://devicetalks.castos.com/subscribe

4/26/25 • 58:08

AbbottTalks launches Season 3 with a fresh new video presence, a new co-host, and several new powerful conversations from Abbott's senior leaders. Host Tom Salemi and new co-host Kayleen Brown welcome Vish Charan, divisional vice president of product development for Abbott's Cardiac Rhythm Management, to explore the engineering evolution of the pacemaker—and where it’s headed next. Charan reflects on the remarkable transformation of pacemakers from large, wired implants to compact, leadless systems that dramatically improve patient outcomes. He details Abbott’s development of the AVEIR™ DR dual chamber leadless pacemaker system, the first of its kind to enable synchronized communication between the atrium and ventricle without leads, using Abbott’s proprietary i2i™ (implant-to-implant) technology. The conversation dives deep into conduction system pacing, modular upgrades, and how Abbott is shaping the future of cardiac care for millions of patients. The episode closes with a powerful story of a former professional surfer whose life was transformed by Abbott’s innovation—an example of technology enabling patients to reclaim their lives. Thank you to FPT Americas for sponsoring this episode of AbbottTalks. For more information on how FPT works with medical device companies, visit https://fptsoftware.com/  Thank you for listening to the AbbottTalks Podcast. Click here to subscribe on your favorite podcast player: https://abbotttalks.castos.com/subscribe.

4/22/25 • 64:06

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Tom Salemi talks with seasoned MedTech executive Daniel Levangie about the blood-brain barrier-breaking technology being developed by CereVasc. The company has developed a less invasive way of treating patients with communicating hydrocephalus, one of the most common neurological conditions affecting both children and adults. But the company’s tech gives physicians access to the brain, creating a potentially huge opportunity for future applications. Just prior to the keynote interview, Tom talks with orthopedic surgeon and OrthoShow podcast host Scott Sigman, MD, about the Future of Orthopedics, a conversation they’ll resume at the start of DeviceTalks Boston. Go to Boston.DeviceTalks.com to register to attend the April 30-May 1 conference. Use the code mentioned frequently in the podcast to save 25%. But we’ll start off with MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker’s Newsmakers - Abbott, Boston Scientific, Edwards Lifesciences, EBR Systems, and Johnson & Johnson MedTech. Thanks for listening to the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode.

4/18/25 • 66:46

In this episode of Structural Heart Talks, Joe Nuzzolese, corporate VP of global supply chain and quality at Edwards Lifesciences, shares how the company has built a resilient and responsive supply chain capable of withstanding significant disruptions—pandemic included—without missing a single patient case. Nuzzolese explains how Edwards takes a "plan, make, source, deliver" approach, and why MedTech supply chains differ from consumer goods with a stronger emphasis on quality and availability. He details how the company strategically leverages dual sourcing, inventory buffering, and global distribution flexibility to maintain operations, even when borders close or suppliers face challenges. He also unpacks the need for automation and digital integration, explains how Edwards connects employees to patient outcomes to instill purpose, and reveals why fostering innovation readiness is central to their long-term strategy. Thank you to Daikin America for sponsoring this episode of Structural Heart Talks. To learn more about Daikin America’s products for your medical application visit https://daikin-america.com. Wait, there’s more! Want to learn more about Daikin America’s new Co-Extrusion technology? Click here for a high resolution image with more detail. Thank you for listening to the Structural Heart Talks podcast.  Subscribe to Structural Heart Talks or the DeviceTalks Podcast Network wherever you get your podcasts and follow youtube.com/@DeviceTalks on YouTube Podcasts to ensure you never miss an episode.

4/15/25 • 35:14

In this episode of DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Host Tom Salemi tracks the career of CorVista Health CEO Adrian Lam, an engineer turned financer turned VC turned CEO. CorVista is bringing AI to bear on cardiac diagnostics, helping hospitals and doctors identify who need the most care. Before that talk we’ll hear from Scott Frasier of Fraser Healthcare about what ambulatory surgery centers mean for the future of MedTech. Finally, MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker and Tom talk about the impact President Trump’s tariff tactics are having on the MedTech industry. This episode is brought to you by DeviceTalks Boston, April 30 - May 1. Boston.DeviceTalks.com Thanks for listening to the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode.

4/11/25 • 83:14

In this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Dr. Nadine Hashash-Haram discusses her journey as a surgeon and the founder of Proxime, a digital health platform that enhances surgical procedures through technology. She shares insights on the evolution of Proxime, its impact on healthcare systems, and the importance of collaboration with medical device companies. Before that interview, Jonathan Norris, managing director at HSBC Innovation Banking, reviews first quarter MedTech VC investment numbers. There’s good news, bad news and a lot of in-between as privately held medical device companies. This episode is sponsored by DeviceTalks Minnesota. Find the discount code inside this podcast. Go to Minnesota.DeviceTalks.com to register for the June 11 event. Thanks for listening to the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode.

4/4/25 • 67:22

In this week’s episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast, Andrew Cleeland, CEO of the Fogarty Institute, shares his MedTech story, starting with a serendipitous move into the industry. Cleeland, of course, went on to lead two successful startups from The Foundry - Ardian and Twelve, that both went on to be acquired by Medtronic. Cleeland now leads one of the industry’s most successful incubator programs, the Fogarty Institute.  Cleeland will share insights on leading a MedTech start-up and shares some concerns he has for the industry at large. The Fogarty Institute is also promoting the Thomas J. Fogarty prize for medical innovation, a $100,000 prize for one person or a small group of people who have broken new ground in the industry. Go to this article at Medical Design & Outsourcing for more information. https://www.medicaldesignandoutsourcing.com/mike-mussallem-tom-fogarty-prize-medtech-innovation/ Before that conversation, Host Tom Salemi and Holly Scott, managing partner at The Mullings Group, interviewed Cecilia Soriano, global president of Infusion Therapies and Technologies, at Baxter. We’ll preview Soriano’s interview at DeviceTalks Boston where she’ll talk about Baxter’s recovery from Hurricane Helene. But we’ll start the episode off with MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker’s Newmarker’s Newsmakers including the FDA, HHS, Alcon, Abbott and Johnson & Johnson MedTech. Thanks for listening to this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode.

3/28/25 • 85:51

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. Register to see Tornos live at Boston.DeviceTalks.com. Use the code mentioned in the podcast to save 25%. Thanks for listening to the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode.

3/21/25 • 64:58

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. Thank you for listening to this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode.

3/14/25 • 77:26

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/ Thanks for listening to the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode.

3/7/25 • 53:04

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. This conversation comes to you courtesy of our sponsor, Paragon Medical. To learn more about how Paragon Medical can help you bring your device to market faster, visit them at www.paragonmedical.com. Tune in and subscribe to DeviceTalks on all major podcast channels and follow youtube.com/@DeviceTalks to ensure you never miss an episode. WATCH and LISTEN below, thank you for supporting Ortho Innovation Talks!

3/4/25 • 32:47

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. Thanks for listening to this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode.

2/28/25 • 83:52

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. Thanks for listening to the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode.

2/19/25 • 73:42

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. Thanks for listening to the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss an episode.

2/14/25 • 76:05

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. Go to MassMEDIC.com for more information. MassDevice Executive Editor Chris Newmaker then delivers news on - Boston Scientific, ResMed, Globus Medical, BD and Baxter. Hilarity ensues. Thanks for listening to this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode.

2/7/25 • 76:21

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. Tune in and subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network wherever you get your podcasts and follow youtube.com/@DeviceTalks to never miss an episode. Thank you for supporting the Neuro Innovation Talks podcast!

2/3/25 • 118:09

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. Thanks for listening to this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode.

1/31/25 • 51:01

In this episode of the DeviceTalk Weekly podcast, Host Tom Salemi talks with MedTech legend Daniel Hawkins, a serial entrepreneur who has a hand in many industry success stories. He was employee number six at Intuitive before setting out on a path of innovation, developing the technologies around companies like Shockwave Medical. More recently, Hawkins was CEO of Avail Medsystems, the presumed leader of the pack of companies trying to redefine OR communications, but that company shuttered last year when it couldn’t raise additional capital. Today, Hawkins is leading Vista.ai, which is selling an AI-enabled package that makes it much easier for MRI technologists to capture meaningful images of the heart. Hawkins sees Vista.ai as improving patient care while also helping imaging centers address the crushing shortfall of experts. This episode is sponsored by DeviceTalks Boston. Register to attend our April 30-May 1 event of the year at Boston.Devicetalks.com. Thanks for listening to the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss out on a future episode.

1/24/25 • 53:43

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. Thank you for listening to the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode.

1/17/25 • 62:31

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. Go to DeviceTalks.com to register for our conferences and digital events. Thanks for listening to this episode of the DeviceTalks Weekly Podcast. Subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network so you don’t miss a future episode.

1/10/25 • 67:42