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We're bringing you two Medsider interviews from our archives: First, we look at how Holly Rockweiler, CEO of Madorra Inc. and an activist for women’s health, built her startup as a spinout of Stanford Biodesign. And then we revisit an episode with John Murphy, CEO of Virtual Incision, who developed the world's first miniaturized robotic-assisted surgery platform for abdominal procedures. Here’s a sneak peek at two of our exclusive interviews: 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐂𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐚 𝐂𝐄𝐎 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐑𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐰𝐞𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐫 👩🏻🤝👩🏽 How Holly's Stanford Biodesign training on identifying unmet needs led to Madorra's breakthrough designation that could potentially benefit 43 million women around the world. 🤝 Holly’s creative approach to grants, R&D tax incentives, and strategic partnerships to fund Madorra's clinical trials and build investor credibility. 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐰𝐚𝐲: 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐄𝐎 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐌𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐡𝐲 ⛑️ How John navigated the regulatory maze by first securing De Novo classification that led to 510(k) clearances for future iterations of Virtual Incision's robots. ⏩ John's advice for liquidity events: Prepare for both IPOs and M&A exits simultaneously to keep your options open as your company accelerates. PS - We've launched exciting new features exclusively for Medsider premium members: ⭐ Playbooks: Go from 0 to 100 with hand-picked collections of the best Medsider interviews with the brightest founders and CEOs. ⭐ Investor database: Find your next #medicaldevice or #healthtechnology investor with our growing database of VC funds, equity investors, and high-net-worth angels.

There are a lot of exciting things coming down the pipe at RW Search , and so wanted to take some time to reflect and speak about what is next. 📢 ➡️ In the final stages of a complete rebrand for RW... watch this space. ➡️ We moved out of our office which has been the RW home for 3 years, we are defining what our future space will be. ➡️ Series 3 of the Surgibots Podcast is launching with some very interesting guests lined up. ➡️ Launched my article series Neurotech Nexus with Dave Rosa @ NeuroOne Medical Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: NMTC), Tod Borton @ Blue Arbor Technologies, Inc. and Dan Rizzuto @ Nia Therapeutics. There are more to be released over the next few weeks (you can see links to these articles in the comments). ➡️ We have 2 awesome sponsors on board for the podcast in the form of TTP plc and FundamentalVR. ➡️ In the last couple of months I helped, Panda Surgical 👀, AcuSurgical 👀, BHS Technologies 🦾 all hire exceptional talent across commercial and engineering. ➡️ I had a couple of weeks away on holiday in New Jersey which was a much appreciated break to switch off properly, also got a round of golf in 🏌️. ➡️ We also have some big things around the corner too as RW is evolving. More will be revealed soon... I want to help as many #medtech companies hire world class talent. If you have a very tricky role, that may have been open for ages, and you see no end in sight, then shoot me a DM. #rebranding #medtech #surgicalrobotics #neurotech

Making the transition from researcher to entrepreneur can be challenging, but ultimately rewarding to see that research creating value in the real world. Check out our talk with Nir Katchinskiy of PulseMedica who has managed that transition and shares his experience with us! #medtech #startups

Big News in MedTech! Expanse Medical is thrilled to announce that Jeff Hopkins has joined FlowPhysix, our spin-off company, as the new CEO and a member of the Board of Directors. With over 30 years in the medical device industry, Jeff's track record in innovation and growth is legendary. From Horizon Medical Products to Acclarent, he has led multiple companies to success, shaping the landscape of medical technology. Having worked with Jeff in the past, I have firsthand experience of his impactful leadership. FlowPhysix, formerly known as Expanse ICE, is poised to revolutionize the vascular market with its newly named FLOWRUNNER™ Aspiration System. With FDA clearance and strong clinical outcomes, we are ready for commercial launch. Jeff's proven leadership and commercialization acumen are exactly what we need during this exciting time of transformation and growth. Jeff Hopkins shares our vision of transforming treatments for vascular diseases. Under his guidance, we anticipate rapid adoption and enhanced patient outcomes worldwide. As Jeff says, "FLOWRUNNER will set new standards of care for clot removal, creating a new category of aspiration that works as physics intended." This solution will undoubtedly be a challenge to Inari and Pneumbra, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the vascular market. To learn more about FlowPhysix and the innovative thrombectomy system, please visit our website flowphysix.com Congrats Jeff! Let's welcome Jeff aboard by commenting below. #MedTech #Innovation #Leadership

💡 Start-Up Spotlight Series - The origins of ACT Medical 💡 Having followed Joseph Bentley's story for several years now, I was delighted to welcome him to our Start-Up Spotlight series earlier this year. As part of the conversation, he shared the inspirational story behind ACT Medical, why it was started and the journey so far. The innovation is incredible, the impact could be revolutionary. There is a link to the full broadcast in the comments. #medtech #insidemedtech #innovation

Why Surgeons & Med Tech Companies Benefit from a Digital Opinion Leader (DOL) Strategy For Surgeons: -Build Thought Leadership: Sharing expertise digitally helps position surgeons as go-to experts, attracting patients and media. -Increase Trust: Patients trust surgeons who engage in digital conversations and simplify complex information. -Collaborate: Surgeons unlock opportunities for professional partnerships and industry recognition. For Med Tech Companies: -Credibility: Surgeons endorsing products add credibility, speeding adoption by peers. -Awareness: DOLs introduce new tech to the market, educating audiences and driving adoption. -Targeted Reach: DOLs help companies engage decision-makers and expand market penetration. A DOL strategy builds mutual growth—amplifying the surgeon’s brand while boosting product visibility and credibility for the med tech company. Scott Sigman MD

Your feedback is invaluable for our research and development of new products. We’d love to hear from you on what SurgiSTUD model you’d like to see next that would make a difference in your training and skills development. Leave a comment! #medicaleducation #enhancetraining #SurgiSTUD #surgicalinnovation #surgicaleducation #medicalinnovation #healthcarerevolution #surgicaltraining #futureofmedicine #medtech #anitomicalmodels #healthcaretraining

Building a venture is a wild ride, and it’s something we know firsthand at Presto Dental, where we're pioneering dental tech to revolutionise oral health care for dentists, labs, and suppliers. Patience and commitment within our founding team are more crucial than ever. Think about it—developing a groundbreaking product takes time. We're in the thick of it now, working tirelessly to perfect our tech. It's not just about creating something innovative but making sure it's exactly what the industry needs. This process isn't quick, and it certainly isn't easy. That's where patience comes in. We need to give our ideas the time they need to grow and evolve. And then there's the commitment. We’re in the stage of seeking capital, which means lots of meetings, pitches, and yes, rejections. It’s tough, but our belief in Presto's potential keeps us going. We know our vision for improving oral healthcare can make a huge difference, and that’s what drives us every day. Having a founding team that’s patient and committed ensures we stay focused and motivated, even when the going gets tough. It’s this mindset that will help us overcome challenges and stay on the path to success. We’re excited about the journey ahead and grateful for the support that keeps us pushing forward. #Founders #VentureBuilding #DentalTech #Patience #Commitment #Teamwork #Innovation #HealthcareRevolution #Fundraising #Resilience #SuccessMindset #StartUpJourney #BusinessGrowth #Leadership

Our favorite math? Where 1+1=3. It’s all about partnership and leveraging one another’s strengths. This was illustrated perfectly in the latest MedtechWOMEN Talks episode with Rebecca Whitney, SVP, Global Spine President of ZimVie when she shared ‘Here's where we can do it best. Here's where they can do it best. And then collectively, we all win.’ in speaking of their partnership with Brainlab. It’s also epitomizes how outsource manufacturing partners like Aptyx can support medtech companies in getting products to market more efficiently. Together, we all win – patients, healthcare providers and our own teams. It’s why we’re here. #MakeItHappen #MedtechWOMENTalks DeviceTalks Kayleen Brown Tom Salemi

🌟 Empowering Physician Entrepreneurs to Innovate 🌟 At pitch sink, we’re dedicated to helping physicians bring their innovative ideas to life. Whether it’s groundbreaking products or new approaches to healthcare, we provide the resources and community to support their journey from concept to reality. From elite consulting talent to a thriving innovation network, we’ve got everything physician entrepreneurs need to thrive. 🚀 Learn more about our physician innovation programs. #physicians #medtech #innovation #pitchsink