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  • Join me in ep 14 as I interview Adj Prof Jack Wong. Jack has over 20 decades of experience in regulatory work across the Pharma and MedTech sector, in both academia and the industry.

    Some of the experiences he has accumulated - Founder of the Asia Regulatory Professionals Association, Adjunct Prof in numerous universities, book author, and CEO of RNAsncence (Biotech start-up spin off from Nanyang Technological University and National Skin Centre Singapore).

    (0:00) Introduction

    (2:01) Balancing industry roles and academia

    (3:28) Stereotypes of people in regulatory affairs

    (5:37) Founding the Asia Regulatory Professional Association

    (7:28) Regulatory advice for founders & market opportunities in Asia

    (14:33) Regulatory harmonization in Japan, Singapore, and Australia

    (19:25) Evolving healthcare technology and compliance

    Subscribe now for more engaging discussions at the intersection of technology and healthcare. Stay curious, stay inspired, and delve into the world of #HealthTech #Medicaldevice #Biotech with us!

    #HealthTech #MedicalDevice #Biotech #RegulatoryAffairs #Pharma #MedTech #Startups #Innovation #Healthcare #RegulatoryCompliance #AsiaRegulatory #CloudTechnology #Pharmaceuticals #Biotechnology

  • Join me in Ep 13 as I share updates on the health tech conferences and events happening in Singapore this September!

    We start off we one of the largest medtech conferences in Asia, MEDICAL FAIR ASIA 2024, held in Singapore in September, where there were over 13,000 attendees coming in from across the globe.

    And health tech accelerator, Medtech Actuator, held their showcase for their origin program, featuring founders from Singapore and Japan.

    (0:00) Introduction

    (0:48) Turnout & exhibits at Medical Fair Asia 2024

    (3:08) Medtech Actuator Showcase

    #HealthTech #MedicalFairAsia #Innovation #DigitalHealth #Healthcare #Networking #Startups #MedtechActuator #MedtechActuatroOrigin #Podcast

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  • Join me in ep 11 as I interviewed the Head of Emerging Biotech (Southeast Asia, Taiwan & Oceania) from Merck Life Science, Dr David Loong!

    Founded in 1668, Merck Life Science is the world's oldest pharmaceutical and chemical company with three businesses focused on healthcare, life science and electronics.


    Dr David Loong holds a PhD in Synthetic Organic Chemisty from the Australian National University, and has experiences in Biotech startups, consulting, contract research services, and GMP manufacturing.

    (0:00) Introduction

    (3:36) Unique challenges for biotech companies

    (4:40) Investors & Biotech startups

    (6:29) Funding landscape in Singapore market

    (7:48) Role of government support

    (9:24) Future trends

    (12:06) Advice to aspiring scientists and/or founders

    Subscribe now for more engaging discussions at the intersection of technology and healthcare. Stay curious, stay inspired, and delve into the world of #Medtech & #Biotech with us!

    #MerckLifeScience #BiotechIndustry #HealthcareInnovation #EmergingBiotech #DavidLoong #PhDChemistry #BiotechStartups #FundingLandscape #SingaporeMarket #GovernmentSupport #FutureTrends #AspiringScientists #Medtech #Biotech #TechnologyAndHealthcare

  • Join me in ep 11 as I interviewed founder of Resource Impactz, Soma Roy!

    Resource impactz is a HR consultancy firm that specializes in providing personalised HR audit services designed for startups and SMEs to help cut costs and boost operations long term.

    Soma has experiences in developing and implementing HR policies across APAC in Medtech and also Fintech.

    (0:00) Introduction (2:30) Advice to founders on attracting talents (6:00) Startups: issues & solutions in talent management & retention (9:15) Maximising operations through HR audits(14:08) Trends in Health Tech talent management(18:16) Advice to professionals moving to management roles

    Subscribe now for more engaging discussions at the intersection of technology and healthcare. Stay curious, stay inspired, and delve into the world of #Medtech & #Biotech with us!

    #ResourceImpactz #HRConsultancy #Startups #TalentManagement #EmployeeRetention #HRAudit #HealthTech #Medtech #Fintech #Leadership #CareerAdvice #BusinessGrowth #SMEs #Podcast #Innovation #TechAndHealthcare #Entrepreneurship #HRTrends #ManagementRoles #WorkplaceCulture

  • Join me in ep 10 as I interviewed co-founder and CEO of Oxford Nanopore, Gordon Sanghera, and SVP of Population Health & Precision Medicine, Kathleen Barnes, during their visit to Singapore earlier this week.

    (0:00) Introduction (1:42) About Oxford Nanopore(3:51) Applications in agriculture, food & environment(5:11) Collaboration with Ministry of Health Singapore(6:52) Collaboration with local ecosystem(11:27) Challenges and opportunities in Southeast Asia

    Oxford Nanopore was founded in 2005 as a spin-out from the University of Oxford. They developed the world’s first and only nanopore DNA and RNA sequencing platform — that offers scalability to portable or ultra-high throughput formats, real-time data delivery, and the ability to elucidate rich biological data.

    Dr Gordon Sanghera is co-founder and CEO of Oxford Nanopore. He has led the company through multiple finance rounds, and in 2021, a listing on the London Stock Exchange.

    Kathleen Barnes is the SVP of Population Health & Precision Medicine at Oxford Nanopore. Kathleen’s career spans >30 years focused on genomic medicine and precision-driven health equity.

    Subscribe now for more engaging discussions at the intersection of technology and healthcare. Stay curious, stay inspired, and delve into the world of #Medtech & #Biotech with us!#precisionmedicine #precisionmedicine #deepmedtech #Medicalpodcast #Southeastasia #SEA #Medtechpodcast

  • Join me in ep 9 as I sit down with CEO of Oncode, Su Wen Lim. Su Wen shares several ways that precision medicine is changing cancer diagnosis & treatment; being at the forefronts of precision medicine in cancer diagnostics; and advice to aspiring scientists looking to make a change in healthcare.

    (0:00) Introduction

    (2:12) How precision medicine helps cancer diagnosis

    (2:57) Early detection of relapses and cancers

    (3:31) Oncode's unique propositions compared to other diagnostic solutions

    (5:51) Gaining market access as one of the first precision medicine lab

    (8:02) Raising funds as a female entrepreneur in healthcare

    (10:14) Making precision medicine accessible

    (13:39) Advice to aspiring scientists

    Oncode is a precision medicine laboratory with a niche in cancer molecular diagnostics. They are the first precision medicine center in Malaysia, with full world-class facilities.

    Su Wen Lim holds a PhD in BioSciences, Oncology and Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Culture from the University of Nottingham. She holds experiences as a scientist in both commercial and academia settings, and is now the Founder & CEO of Oncode Scientific.

    Subscribe now for more engaging discussions at the intersection of technology and healthcare. Stay curious, stay inspired, and delve into the world of #Medtech & #Biotech with us!

    #precisionmedicine #precisiononcology #precisionmedicinecancer #Cancertreatment #deepmedtech #Medicalpodcast #Southeastasia #SEA #Medtechpodcast

  • Join me in ep 8 as I sit down with Business Unit Leader of Osteopore, Frederick Ching. Frederick shares his experience doing business development for the orthopaedic line, main considerations to market entry, and his motivation for working in deep MedTech.

    Osteopore (ASX: OSX) is a Singapore-based company that 3d prints bioresorbable implants that support natural bone healing and reduce post-surgery complications. Osteopore products are used across all major continents.

    (0:00) Introduction

    (3:58) Orthopaedic applications

    (7:52) Commercialization process

    (10:03) Market entry considerations

    (15:19) Motivations working in deep MedTech

    Subscribe now for more engaging discussions at the intersection of technology and healthcare. Stay curious, stay inspired, and delve into the world of #Medtech with us!

    #3dprintedimplants #bioresorbableimplants #deepmedtech #Medicalpodcast #Southeastasia #SEA #Medtechpodcast

  • Join me in episode 7 as I sit down with the Co-founder and COO of Nexmedis, Matilda Narulita. Matilda shares insights on the challenges, opportunities, and impact of implementing innovative cloud-based solutions in her home market, Indonesia.

    ⁠Nexmedis⁠ is an Indonesian-based startup that streamlines operations and advances clinical services for medical facilities through its cloud-based Integrated Health Information System.

    Here are 3 takeaways from our discussion:

    1. Enabling usage in remote areas through offline capabilities

    2. Importance of localisation of data to improve accuracy of AI-driven systems

    3. Finding the right network/partners and transferrable skills helps to move to medtech from a non-related industry

    Subscribe now for more engaging discussions at the intersection of technology and healthcare. Stay curious, stay inspired, and delve into the world of #Medtech with us!

    #IHS #Emergingmarkets #Southeastasia #SEA #Medtechpodcast

  • Join me in episode 6 as I sit down with the Co-founder of HiCura, Cailin Ng, as we discuss the significance of representation in the industry. We talked about her personal experiences as a female founder and unique challenges she faces transitioning from a technical background to the role of a founder.

    HiCura is a Singapore-based startup that enhances care by improving the accuracy and success rate of the first-attempt needle insertion during epidural anaesthesia.

    Subscribe now for more engaging disucssion at the intersection of technology and healthcare. Stay curious, stay inspired, and delve into the world of medtech with us!

  • Join us in Episode 5 of our podcast series as we explore the pivotal role of free online courses in shaping and advancing careers in the dynamic field of medical technology (medtech).

    Discover how accessible learning, specialized training, networking opportunities, career advancement, and a focus on innovation and entrepreneurship through online courses are revolutionizing the landscape of medtech careers. Embrace lifelong learning and unlock the endless possibilities that medtech has to offer.

    Subscribe now for more engaging discussions at the intersection of technology and healthcare. Stay curious, stay inspired, and delve into the world of medtech careers with us!

  • In this episode of the podcast, we delve into the transformative impact of Free Generative AI on the lives of the elderly in Asia.

    Discover how advanced AI technology is enhancing cognitive abilities, promoting social connection, providing personalized health support, and fostering independence for aging individuals.

    Join us on a journey through innovative AI solutions tailored for the elderly population, offering insights into a brighter future empowered by AI technology.

    Subscribe to explore more about the latest advancements in AI for a better tomorrow!

  • Join me in Episode 3 as we delve into the profound impact of Asia's rapidly aging population.

    By 2050, over 25% of the region's population will be aged 60 or above, presenting unique challenges and opportunities. Discover how countries like Japan, South Korea, Singapore, China, and Taiwan are navigating this demographic shift through innovative solutions in healthcare, urban design, workforce development, and pension systems.

    From AI-powered healthcare to age-friendly urban spaces, listen as we explore the transformative strategies being implemented to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for older adults in Asia.

    Tune in to gain insights into the complexities of an aging society and the promising initiatives shaping the future for seniors in the region."

  • Explore the transformative impact of 3D printing in healthcare on this episode.

    Discover how this cutting-edge technology is revolutionizing prosthetics by providing personalized solutions, improving surgical planning with intricate 3D models, and advancing regenerative medicine by facilitating tissue regeneration. Join us as we delve into the future possibilities of 3D printing in medical technology and how it is reshaping patient care and outcomes.

    Subscribe to stay updated on the latest developments in the ever-evolving field of medtech.

  • Join me on a journey into the world of cutting-edge elderly care innovations in Singapore!

    Discover how AI, robotics, and smart home technologies are revolutionizing senior care, providing comfort, companionship, and safety. From robotic therapy pets to smart sensors in public housing, these advancements are reshaping how we care for our seniors.

    Tune in to uncover the latest developments in elderly care and be inspired by the transformative impact of these innovations.

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  • "Healthy Talk" is a podcast hosted by Natasha Zaman that explores the intersection of medicine and technology, focusing on medical devices.

    With expertise in healthcare business development and marketing, Natasha discusses the latest breakthroughs and interviews industry pioneers. This podcast is a platform for professionals and enthusiasts interested in the transformative power of technology in healthcare.

    Tune in to stay informed about the latest trends in medical devices in South East Asia!