Let’s Talk Medtech
Let’s Talk Medtech
Informa Markets
MD+DI editors discuss current trends in the medical device and diagnostics industry, and point out developments to watch in the coming months.
The GoodKnight Guide to Medtech Team Alignment
In this episode, we sit down with Logan McKnight, the founder of GoodKnight Consulting, to explore her nearly 20-year journey through the medtech industry—from neuromonitoring and spinal devices to witnessing groundbreaking innovations like intraoperative imaging transform the operating room.After stepping down as CEO in 2023, she launched her consulting practice with a mission: bridging the persistent disconnect between corporate teams and field sales that prevents medtech companies from reaching their full potential.We dive into why communication breakdowns and siloed thinking plague the industry, how she helps small-to-medium-sized companies build unified leadership cultures, and the critical moment when founders must let go of control to scale successfully.Whether you're navigating post-commercial growth, struggling with team alignment, or wondering when to bring in outside expertise, this conversation offers honest insights into what it really takes to turn innovative medical devices into market success.
Jul 6
26 min
Mastering Medical Device Manufacturing Headwinds
Tariffs, consolidation, and inflation are transforming medical device manufacturing. Wipfli's Cara Walton discusses how these industry trends are reshaping production processes and what medtech companies can do to stay ahead.
Jun 1
28 min
Cyberattacks and Threats in Medical Devices: What Medtech Companies Must Know Now
In just the past two months, Stryker, Intuitive Surgical, and Medtronic – three of the world's Top 100 Medical Device companies – have faced cyberattacks. Why are medtech companies becoming prime targets for hackers? What makes medical devices so vulnerable? And how is the FDA responding? In this episode of Let's Talk Medtech, Naomi Schwartz, VP of Regulatory Strategy at Medcrypt, breaks down: ✅ The anatomy of recent cyberattacks on leading medtech firms ✅ Why hackers are targeting the medical device industry ✅ What these breaches mean for patient safety and data security ✅ FDA's new cybersecurity requirements and what companies must do now
May 7
26 min
How iRhythm’s AI-Powered Zio Monitor Is Transforming Heart Health & Patient Care
Discover how iRhythm is changing arrhythmia detection and patient care with CFO Daniel Wilson. In this episode of "Let's Talk MedTech," we explore the groundbreaking Zio monitor, a wearable device that uses FDA-cleared AI to provide continuous 14-day heart monitoring. Learn how iRhythm Technologies is addressing the challenges of undiagnosed arrhythmias, expanding into primary care, and even venturing into sleep disorder diagnostics. With nearly 3 million patients served annually and more than 140 peer-reviewed studies, iRhythm is at the forefront of predictive healthcare. Subscribe for more insights into the medical device and diagnostics industry! #MedTech #iRhythm #AI #Wearables #HealthcareInnovation
Apr 7
25 min
Shattering the Product Adoption Lie in the Medical Device Industry
Holley Miller, founder and President of Grey Matter Marketing, is our guest on this episode of Let's Talk Medtech to discuss why it's so crucial to have the right message for your product.
Mar 3
26 min
Let's Talk Women's Health in 2026
Join Marissa Fayer, CEO of HerHealthEQ and DeepLook Medical, as she explores the future of women's health and what it could look like in 2026 in this insightful episode of Let's Talk Medtech.
Feb 17
24 min
Augurex Redefines Autoimmune Disease Detection
Augurex is a commercial-stage diagnostics company dedicated to the early identification and diagnosis of autoimmune disorders, enabling the optimization and personalization of treatment options for patients. Neil Klompas, the firm’s CEO, joins us for this episode of Let’s Talk Medtech to discuss how the company aims to accelerate the diagnosis of the disease and enhance autoimmune diagnostics for patients.
Jan 5
27 min
How Stereotaxis Is Making Its Mark in Surgical Robotics: A Journey from Survival to Success
Surgical robotics is changing the landscape in healthcare. Stereotaxis is hoping to carve out its niche in the massive space, which is home to Intuitive Surgical, Johnson & Johnson, and Medtronic.David Fischel, the St. Louis, MO-based company’s chairman and CEO, is featured in this episode of Let’s Talk Medtech to discuss Stereotaxis’ journey from surviving to thriving. The firm recently secured $50 million in funding and has had strong collaborations with NVIDIA.Fischel talks about the company’s game plan and his thoughts on the future of surgical robotics.
Dec 1, 2025
30 min
Audacity Drives Innovation in Medtech
Audacity is defined as the willingness to take bold risks. It’s also a mantra for Lishan Aklog, MD, a co-founder and CEO PavMed, the parent company of Lucid Diagnostics. Aklog makes his second appearance on Let’s Talk Medtech to give updates on both companies and to discuss his philosophy on why audacity breeds innovation.
Nov 3, 2025
29 min
Medtech Industry Health Check: Tariff Impacts, Hot Segments, and the Rise of Mid-Tier Companies
Join us for an insightful episode of Let's Talk Medtech, featuring EY's experts John Babitt and Arda Ural. Our guests delve into EY's latest Pulse of the Medtech Industry Report. They take a deep dive into the state of the medtech industry, examining whether the sector is thriving and assessing the real-world impact of tariffs on medical device companies.Discover which medtech segment is experiencing explosive growth right now and learn why mid-tier companies are gaining unprecedented momentum in the marketplace. From industry health assessments to emerging market trends, this episode delivers essential insights for anyone invested in the future of medical technology.Don't miss this comprehensive discussion that addresses the most pressing questions shaping today's medtech landscape.
Oct 12, 2025
28 min
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