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On this episode of The Medical Alley Podcast, host Ben Wagner sits down with two experts in the sustainability field from long-time industry leader CMTA.
Brent Wavra (Principal & Director of Business Development) and Stephen Westerback (Mechanical Engineer) shed light on sustainability and decarbonization in healthcare facilities, the main drivers pushing the industry toward sustainability, and how these changes are impacting operational efficiency and patient care.
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For some patients, clinical trials represent a chance to battle their ailment with cutting edge—and potentially lifesaving—treatments and technologies. But access to innovation can be rife with delays, red tape, and other challenges. That’s why Heidi Dieter, Chief Research Administrator at Mayo Clinic, is on a mission to develop new strategies to help streamline the path to participating in clinical trials.
In this episode of The Medical Alley Podcast, Heidi shares just some ways Mayo Clinic is changing how patients access clinical trials and her personal connection to the mission.
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“As a society, we can no longer afford the human and economic cost of not putting more emphasis on the health of women.” -- Stephanie Sassman
“Bikini medicine,” the assumption that a woman's health and wellbeing is the same as a man’s except for the parts that are covered by a bikini, is woefully misguided. On this episode of The Medical Alley Podcast, Melinda Morimoto (Sr. Benefits Director) and Stephanie Sassman (Portfolio Leader, Women’s Health) of Genentech explain why that mentality impacts the personal and professional wellbeing of women and how companies like Genetech are combating it with an array of workplace benefits both large and small.
Learn more about Roche’s XProject.
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Curt Bludworth knows firsthand the importance of hospice care—his own father was the recipient of the special blend of kindness and compassion only hospice nurses can provide.
Now in his role as Chief Human Resources Officer for St. Croix Hospice, Curt reflects on that experience often as he helps guide the company in its simple-yet-crucial mission to, “go into communities where we’re needed.”
In this conversation with host Ben Wagner, Curt shares how his professional journey led him to his current role at St. Croix Hospice, why simply talking about hospice care is his call to action for anyone listening, and more.
In honor of Hospice and Palliative Care Month, this episode is dedicated to all hospice nurses and providers. Thank you for your work in giving the loved ones of countless families comfort, care, and compassion during the final stages of life.
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On this episode of The Medical Alley Podcast, we welcome Peter Glessing, Medical Alley's Senior Director of Government Affairs & Communications, to discuss election results at both the state and federal level.
Peter offers insights into how the evolving political landscape may impact Medical Alley Partners, the broader ecosystem, and key policy priorities. He discusses what these shifts could mean for the future of healthcare innovation and business growth in Minnesota.Send us a message!
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Joel Theisen is not a fan of the word "care," but that's not because he doesn't have a lot of it. As an RN, he saw firsthand the shortcomings of the healthcare system in the United States, and that's why he's on a mission with his company, Lifespark, to reimagine it.
Referring to Lifespark as the "anti-care" company, Joel instead chooses to laser focus on health and wellbeing. In other words, trying to keep people "off care." Hear how he's working to achieve that goal in the latest episode of The Medical Alley Podcast.Send us a message!
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In this episode of The Medical Alley Podcast, we chat with Mitch Foley, VP of Stryker ENT. Mitch talks about Stryker's presence in the Twin Cities, its ongoing to mission to bring new products while reimagining how ENT care can be delivered, and advice for professionals looking to take their career to new levels.
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In this episode of the Medical Alley Podcast, host Ben Wagner talks to Technical Manger Jason Longhorn of Element Materials Technology. The conversation runs the gamut from the role Element plays in the medical testing market, COVID-19 and the ongoing recovery of the industry, the use of Ethylene oxide (EtO) in sterilization (and potential alternatives), and more.
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On this episode of the Medical Alley Podcast, we're coming to you live (at least at the time of recording) from the floor of MD&M Minneapolis, a premier medtech and medical manufacturing convention.
In a series of short interviews, host Ben Wagner talks with guests about what conversations were happening between major companies, how each company is helping transform healthcare in its own way, and what keeps the interviewee engaged with the work they're doing.
Guests:
Lindsey Nalley, Foamtech
Richard Payne, Seraph.
Shelby Sticksel, Seldox
Tom Waddell, Waddell Group
Nathan Caspar, Midwest Interventional Systems, Inc.
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Navigating the complexities of groundbreaking treatments can create headwinds. With innovations like Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) at the forefront, challenges such as financial uncertainties, regulatory shifts, and global adoption become paramount. Join us for an insightful discussion on how global partners address these challenges, focusing on safety & efficacy, financial impacts, and clinical differentiation in areas where baseline data is scarce.
Background on PFA: Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) is a groundbreaking nonthermal energy source that is rapidly transforming atrial fibrillation (AF) treatment, affecting up to 38 million people worldwide. Unlike traditional heat or cold methods, PFA uses high-voltage electrical fields in microseconds for precise cell necrosis, marking a significant advancement in cardiology.
Guests:
- Juliane Ray, Global Head of Medtech Strategy, Clarivate (Moderator)
- Annette Boyle, Editor, BioWorld MedTech
- Dee Chaudhary, Principal Commercial Strategy Consulting, Clarivate
- Pankhil Ghandhi, Senior Team Lead, Medtech Insights, Clarivate
- David Begley, MD, Clinical Director in Cardiology, Royal Papworth HospitalSend us a message!
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In this episode of the Medical Alley Podcast, host Ben Wagner looks into the future of 3D-printed healthcare with Amy Alexander, Unit Head, Mechanical Development & Applied Computational Engineering at Mayo Clinic.
From custom prosthetics and implants to sharpening the accuracy of medical devices, 3D-printed technology is (literally) reshaping the landscape of healthcare. Amy shares her expertise on the subject, spanning AI, XR, and more, and explains how 3D printing represents a beautiful intersection of art, science, medicine, and technology.
Amy is also a keynote speaker at the Advanced Manufacturing Minneapolis event. Learn more about her session on October 17 here.
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In this episode of the Medical Alley Podcast, host Ben Wagner sits down with Jessica Sylvester, founder and CEO of Humla Health, to explore how her innovative platform is transforming nurse staffing in the healthcare industry.
Jessica shares her deeply personal journey from working as a nurse to creating a tech-driven solution that empowers nurses and healthcare facilities alike. We discuss the challenges of nurse burnout, staffing shortages, and how Humla Health is revolutionizing the way nurses connect with healthcare systems, offering more flexibility, autonomy, and sustainability.
Tune in to learn how Jessica is reshaping the future of healthcare staffing.Send us a message!
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Medical device companies often lag behind other industries in adopting advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), to digitally transform their organizations throughout the total product life cycle. In this episode of the Medical Alley Podcast, experts from MDIC, FDA, and more, share their insights on the current landscape of digital transformation in the medical device industry and explore how to overcome perceived challenges to accelerate the adoption of advanced technologies.
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September is Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month. Patients living with Atrial Fibrillation, or AFib, are at greater risk for stoke, heart failure and dementia. Research suggests cases of AFib are likely to grow across the United States.
In this episode of the Medical Alley Podcast, host Ben Wagner talks with Dr. Christopher Piorkowski, chief medical officer of Abbott's electrophysiology business, about AFib's impact on millions of patients worldwide. They also discuss how Abbott's innovative Volt Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) system is improving treatment by safely and precisely targeting heart tissue, helping reduce complications and improve patient outcomes.Send us a message!
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Joe Hofmeister lived with epileptic seizures for 50 years. Medication didn't work. A craniotomy didn't make a significant impact either. It was only through the use of Monteris Medical's NeuroBlate system that he finally found relief.
In this week's episode of the Medical Alley Podcast, host Ben Wagner dives into Joe's inspiring story alongside insights from Marty Emerson, President and CEO of Monteris Medical, exploring how this groundbreaking, minimally invasive technology is transforming the lives of patients with brain tumors, radiation necrosis, and drug-resistant epilepsy. Joe shares his journey of hope, perseverance, and the life-changing impact of the NeuroBlate system on his health and quality of life.Send us a message!
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In this episode of the Medical Alley Podcast, host Ben Wagner speaks with Dunston Almeida, the founder and CEO of triValence, a company dedicated to transforming healthcare operations by addressing supply chain and expense management inefficiencies. Almeida shares his journey, influenced by his physician parents, and how his background in technology led him to focus on solving critical issues in the healthcare industry.
Almeida explains how triValence is streamlining healthcare procurement, payment, and data management processes, tackling the complexities and outdated systems that challenge providers and suppliers.Send us a message!
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In this episode of the Medical Alley Podcast, host Ben Wagner sits down with Steve Bethke, vice president of the Solution Developer Market at Mayo Clinic Platform, to explore the groundbreaking work happening at Mayo Clinic Platform_Solutions Studio.
Steve shares insights into how the Solutions Studio is driving the transformation of digital health through innovative collaborations and cutting-edge initiatives. Discover how Mayo Clinic is leveraging technology, expertise, and partnerships to revolutionize patient care and shape the future of healthcare.Send us a message!
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Andrew Savitz joins the Medical Alley Podcast to share how his company, Spirituwell, is trying to bridge the gap between conventional medicine and spiritual well-being. He elaborates on the company's innovative practices, the challenges of navigating the evolving health landscape, and the importance of addressing spiritual health alongside physical health.
Savitz discusses the motivation behind starting Spirituwell and the key problems the company is trying to solve, including the lack of access to professional spiritual care, particularly in rural and underserved areas. Savitz explains how Spirituwell's telehealth model aims to expand access to spiritual care throughout the healthcare continuum, beyond the traditional hospital and hospice settings. He also touches on the important role chaplains can play in addressing existential distress and supporting the mental health of patients, as well as the challenges of integrating spiritual care into the mainstream healthcare landscape.Send us a message!
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Explore the dynamic world of regulatory affairs with Amra Racic, a seasoned expert with over 25 years of experience with Medical Alley partners, including Medtronic and Abbott. Now at Veeva Systems as Senior Director of Government Strategy, Amra brings her deep expertise to the Medical Alley Podcast, where she unpacks the complexities of navigating global regulatory requirements.
In this episode, Amra shares invaluable insights on leadership and career development within regulatory affairs, highlighting the crucial roles of inclusivity, ethical decision-making, and mentoring. The discussion also tackles the vital issue of health equity in medical device regulation and underscores the importance of data transparency in achieving fair health outcomes for all.
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"Let's not treat compensation like rocket science."
On this week's episode of the Medical Alley Podcast, David Gramer, Founder of Prism Compensation Consulting, joins us to demystify the complexities of employee compensation. With a clear and approachable style, David shares his extensive knowledge and practical advice on designing effective compensation plans.Send us a message!
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