The MedTech Podcast
The MedTech Podcast
Karandeep Singh Badwal
The MedTech Podcast shares the journey behind the path of the people shaping the MedTech industry and its future. Join me as I connect with industry leaders, thought providers and innovators. Hosted by Karandeep Singh Badwal, Karandeep is a Quality & Regulatory Consultant specialising in the MedTech Industry. If you have any ideas for future episodes or would like to be on the podcast then feel free to connect with me via the links below Follow Karandeep on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karandeepbadwal/ Follow Karandeep on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/QRAMedical/ Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themedtechpodcast/support
#49 Equity in Clinical Trials with Sans Thakur: Empowering Female Health, Tackling Gender Bias, Revolutionizing Digital Trials, Equalizing Funding and Accelerating Patient Treatment
Prior to Medable Sans at the helm of Accenture's Global Life Sciences Research, assumed the pivotal role of orchestrating visionary market-shaping strategies and spearheading program execution in therapeutics, digital health, and scientific innovation. With over two decades in the industry, Sans's expertise graced the corridors of more than 30 companies, launching an impressive lineup of 10 groundbreaking products. Her guidance extended even further, advising digital health venture funds and masterfully managing a top 20 pharmaceutical portfolio. In this episode, she delves deep into the pervasive issue of gender bias in clinical trials unveiling the startling truth about how these trials predominantly focus on Males with little Ethnic Diversity, leading to medicines that may not be optimized for everyone. How in the late 1970s women of childbearing age were excluded from medical research, regardless of their intention or ability to have children, how despite women comprising over half the population, a mere 1% of healthcare research and development is invested in addressing their specific conditions and how both the FDA and EMA have undergone a transformative shift in their perception of digital tools. Get in touch with Sans Thakur - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanskritithakur/, https://www.medable.com/ Get in touch with Karandeep Badwal - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karandeepbadwal/ Follow Karandeep on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@KarandeepBadwal Subscribe to the Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themedtechpodcast/support
Jun 13, 2023
34 min
#48 Risk Management with Bijan Elahi: Transferring from Aerospace to Medical Devices, Becoming an Author, Getting Into Teaching and Upcoming Challenges With Advancements in Medical Technologies
Bijan's career began in aerospace back in 1985, where he played a crucial role in ensuring safety within NASA and overseeing space systems. However, it was a fateful encounter at a risk management conference in 1991 that sparked his interest in the field of medical devices. When someone sought his advice on this topic, it paved the way for his transition into the realm of medical devices. Since then, Bijan has become a respected figure, sharing his knowledge and expertise through lectures at numerous universities. He has also provided valuable guidance to multiple medical companies on the intricacies of risk management. As a testament to his deep understanding of the subject, he has authored two comprehensive books on risk management. In this episode, he delves into the intriguing world of risk management, drawing parallels between aerospace and medical devices. With years of experience as an advisor, he unveils the common misconceptions surrounding this crucial topic. He sheds light on his earlier days when risk management lacked standardized frameworks and how he navigated through that landscape. Above all, Bijan shares his unwavering passion for transforming uncommon knowledge into something accessible and widespread. Get in touch with Bijan Elahi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bijanelahi/ Get in touch with Karandeep Badwal - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karandeepbadwal/ Follow Karandeep on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/QRAMedical --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themedtechpodcast/support
Jun 4, 2023
31 min
#47 Artificial Intelligence and Critical Care with Pietro Arina: Increased Physician Workloads, Burden of Technology in Healthcare, ChatGPT & MedPALM and Deciphering Fake News
In this episode, Pietro discusses the concerns about the impact on physicians' workload with the increase in technology within healthcare, the key milestones in the development of AI in medicine, the concept of personalized medicine and the most promising areas of research at the intersection of AI and medicine. Get in touch with Pietro Arina - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-pietro-arina-64293213b/ Get in touch with Karandeep Badwal - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karandeepbadwal/ Follow Karandeep on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/QRAMedical Subscribe to the Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themedtechpodcast/support
May 17, 2023
30 min
#46 Uncovering The Silent Killer with Josep Solà: Undiagnosed Hypertension, Continuous Blood Pressure Monitoring and Future of At Home Diagnosis
In this episode, Josep discusses how hypertension can remain undiagnosed for years, potentially decades and why this is the case, how, unlike some other diseases that can just be treated once and forgotten about, this is one that you have to monitor for the rest of your life, the somewhat lack of regulatory hurdles he faced bringing his product to market compared to other types of devices and what he learned from over 15 years research on the disease. Get in touch with Josep Solà - https://aktiia.com/ or https://www.linkedin.com/in/josepsola/ Get in touch with Karandeep Badwal - https://aktiia.com/ Follow Karandeep on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/QRAMedical Subscribe to the Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themedtechpodcast/support
May 3, 2023
31 min
#45 Movement Health with Phil Wagner: Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare, Musculoskeletal Injuries Mitigation and Entrepreneurship
Phil discusses the potential of machine learning and artificial intelligence to advance healthcare and shares his vision for the future of movement health and Sparta Science's role in it. He also provides valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to break into the industry and discusses notable collaborations his company has had with other healthcare organizations. Finally, Phil shares ongoing research and development projects at Sparta Science and how they may impact the future of healthcare. Tune in for a fascinating conversation with a thought leader in movement health and technology. Thank you for listening to Episode 45 of the MedTech Podcast, if you have not already done so please subscribe, if you wish to learn more about Phil you can connect with him on LinkedIn or visit his company website, the links of which are provided in the description. If there are any particular topics or guests you would like me to have on the show in the future, feel free to reach out. Get in touch with Phil Wagner - https://spartascience.com/ or https://www.linkedin.com/in/drphilwagner/ Get in touch with Karandeep Badwal - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karandeepbadwal/ Follow Karandeep on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/QRAMedical Subscribe to the Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themedtechpodcast/support
Apr 20, 2023
29 min
#44 Female Fertility with Amy Beckley: Exploring Ovulation and Pregnancy in Public Discourse, At-Home Fertility Testing, Hormone Marker Analysis, FDA Exemptions & Health Insurance Coverage Limitations
Amy went through the exact same challenges as many women do during infertility and leveraged her expertise to develop an approachable remedy. She discovered that for herself and others, the crucial element in achieving pregnancy was surprisingly uncomplicated: comprehending the roles of hormones, their distinct functions, and ways to maintain equilibrium. This knowledge completely changed Amy’s approach to fertility - ultimately resulting in the birth of her second child. On this episode she discusses the lack of education around healthy conceiving in the school systems, the misconceptions around ovulation in the current healthcare system, revealing the surprising ways that traditional off-the-shelf fertility tests fall short in truly testing ovulation. She also explains how traditional fertility tests available over-the-counter do not accurately measure ovulation. Additionally, she highlights the inadequate coverage for fertility treatments in health insurance plans and a discussion on the regulatory journey her device that was initially exempt from pre-market clearance by the FDA but eventually had to undergo a 510k process after contact with the FDA. Get in touch with Amy Beckley - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybeckley/ or https://proovtest.com/ Get in touch with Karandeep Badwal - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karandeepbadwal/ Follow Karandeep on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/QRAMedical Subscribe to the Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themedtechpodcast/support
Apr 2, 2023
34 min
#43 Regenerative Medicine with Karen Zaderej: Unlocking the Power of Regenerative Medicine for Nerve Damage, Pioneering Diagnosis Techniques, Cutting-Edge Surgical Allografts, and Empowering Patients
Karen has a diverse range of experiences under her belt. From working for large corporations in manufacturing and marketing to running her own successful consulting firm. she's also a passionate advocate for changes in healthcare, using technology to make a real difference in the lives of patients. Get ready to unravel the secrets of your body's "wires" as we dive into the fascinating world of nerves in this episode. From muscle movement to breathing and beyond, nerves are responsible for multiple functions that keep us going. But what happens when nerve damage goes undiagnosed? We'll explore the outcomes for patients and the need for education for both patients and physicians in this space. Plus, we'll take a closer look at the regulatory pathway for biological products and give you the inside scoop on the healthcare scene in sunny Florida. Get in touch with Karen Zaderej- https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-zaderej-56342318/ or https://axogeninc.com/ Get in touch with Karandeep Badwal - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karandeepbadwal/ Follow Karandeep on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/QRAMedical Subscribe to the Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themedtechpodcast/support
Mar 9, 2023
31 min
#42 10 Second Flossing with Eli Packouz: Being a Serial Inventor, Building a Team, Understanding Fluid Dynamics, The Process of Idea Generation and Starting a Kickstarter Campaign
Eli is a serial inventor and two-time founder. He started his first company, Singular Sound, with his brother in 2013; they have since launched eight blockbuster products. In 2017 he and his team created the first device that automatically flosses all your teeth in only 10 seconds, Instafloss. After five years of research and development, Instafloss is ready to change the world pre-sold $2.5 million, has 41k people on the waitlist. On this episode, Eli delves into the crucial topic of dental hygiene, specifically the importance of flossing, and uncovers why so many people still avoid this crucial habit despite its many benefits. He also explores the fascinating world of invention, including the process of sifting through ideas to determine which ones are worth pursuing, navigating investor relations, and the ins and outs of running a successful Kickstarter campaign. He then goes on to shares some surprising insights into the unexpected challenges of starting a business, and even gives us a glimpse into his thrilling hobby of wild camping. Get in touch with Eli Packouz - https://www.linkedin.com/in/eli-packouz-390701149/  Visit his company website - https://instafloss.com/ Get in touch with Karandeep Badwal - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karandeepbadwal/ Follow Karandeep on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/QRAMedical --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themedtechpodcast/support
Feb 21, 2023
36 min
#41 Clinical Affairs & Quality Regulatory Mastery with David Rutledge: Navigating Clinical Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Writing a Best-Seller, Pitching Your Business Vision to Investors and Silicon Va
David is a seasoned expert in the industry with a wealth of over 25 years' experience. He has an impressive track record of crafting and delivering compelling international regulatory presentations, submissions and reports to the most demanding of audiences - the competent authorities and certification bodies around the world. His background includes not only an illustrious career in academia where he was once a professor, but also a stint as a Director at Abbott Medical Devices where he led clinical and regulatory operations, a company I also spent a portion of my career with. On this episode he delves into the intricacies of quality, clinical and regulatory, breaking down what they mean and how they interact with each other, particularly in regards to language, he then takes the audience on a journey through his entrepreneurial career, sharing the inspiring story of how he got started and the process of writing a book. He also shares insights on what investors look for when evaluating companies during their pitch and how he made the transition from a background in pharmaceuticals to medtech. For students who are unsure about which field to pursue, David offers valuable advice and explains why Silicon Valley is such a thriving hub for business and emphasizing the importance of always having a hunger for learning, and how this drive for knowledge can greatly benefit one's career growth. Get in touch with David Rutledge- https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-rutledge-9291609/ or www.GlobalStrategicSolutions.com Get his book here: https://amzn.to/3HL7oKD Get in touch with Karandeep Badwal - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karandeepbadwal/ Follow Karandeep on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/QRAMedical Subscribe to the Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themedtechpodcast/support
Feb 8, 2023
34 min
#40 Unleashing the Power of Digital Personalities with Chuck Rinker, underserved communities, what It means to be human, artificial intelligence, gaps in healthcare and predicable human behaviour
Chuck grew up as a cattle farmer eventually getting into engineering working on various aerospace and military projects, he then got involved in gaming as a animator, producer and developer with one company he worked at being EA Sports working on the popular games at the time of Madden NFL 2000 and NCAA football 99. He eventually went on found PRSONAS in 2013 which was acquired by nuMedia in 2019 and still remains CEO of the company to date. On this episode, he discusses the differences between digital humans and digital personalities, how such technologies can be used in healthcare, how around 1% of the US population uses American sign language and how his technology at PRSONAS helps improve communication with those people, current oppositions to this technology including how some fear it may result in job losses, where to learn more about digital personalities and his love for musical instruments and aviation. Get in touch with Chuck Rinker - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckrinker/  or https://www.prsonas.com/ Get in touch with Karandeep Badwal - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karandeepbadwal/ Follow Karandeep on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/QRAMedical Subscribe to the Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themedtechpodcast/support
Jan 25, 2023
30 min
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