Best Vicki Nelson Podcasts (2025)

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Breaking Down Barriers in Women's Health: Interview with Neuraura CEO Claire Dixon 53:32

5d ago53:32

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Claire Dixon, CEO of Neuraura. Neuraura is developing LoOop, an over-the-counter wearable that targets PCOS through low-frequency electrical stimulation. Claire brings over 25 years of international leadership experience to her role as co-founder and CEO of Neuraura. With a master's degree in engi…

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#133 Rekindling Your Child's Motivation: an Interview with Ellen Braaten 50:00

24h ago50:00

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What happens when bright, capable students seem completely unmotivated about their future? Dr. Ellen Braaten, author of Bright Kids Who Couldn’t Care Less joins us to unpack this phenomenon that can leave you feeling frustrated and worried. We talked about motivation - how it's not just about "trying harder" but rather a delicate interplay between …

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Taking Retinal Imaging Beyond Ophthalmology: Interview with identifeye HEALTH CEO Vicky Demas 53:46

13d ago53:46

53:46

In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Vicky Demas, CEO of identifeye HEALTH (formerly Tesseract Health), who's leading the company's efforts to democratize access to retinal imaging. Using advanced algorithms and automated systems, identifeye's technology captures and analyzes retinal images to detect early signs of disease. Before jo…

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Building the Beachhead Strategy: Interview with Axena Health Leaders Randy Pritchard and Erica Rogers 55:01

26d ago55:01

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Randy Pritchard and Erica Rogers, leaders of Axena Health. Axena is transforming pelvic floor therapy with Leva, a device bringing clinically-proven, supervised pelvic floor muscle training into women’s homes. Randy, CEO of Axena, brings nearly 25 years of healthcare experience to the company, mos…

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#132 – What’s Your Student’s College Timeline? 44:48

23d ago44:48

44:48

You send your student off to college and you’re already anticipating that Commencement Ceremony four years later. But traditional four-year college timelines are becoming less common as students forge their own unique educational paths. In this episode, Vicki and Lynn explore the various ways students navigate higher education today – from gap year…

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A Great Product vs. a Great Business: Interview with EDAP TMS CEO Ryan Rhodes 1:00:47

1M ago1:00:47

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Ryan Rhodes, CEO of EDAP TMS. EDAP is changing prostate cancer treatment through Focal One, a robotic high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) system that doesn’t require the use of surgery or radiation. Ryan has over 30 years of experience in market development, with two decades focused on medica…

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The Hard Truth About Partnerships: Interview with Vivos CEO Kirk Huntsman 1:03:36

1M ago1:03:36

1:03:36

In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Kirk Huntsman, CEO of Vivos, a company commercializing a non-invasive, FDA-cleared oral appliance designed to treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Kirk is a seasoned healthcare entrepreneur with a track record for scaling and exiting successful businesses. He founded Dental One, growing it into on…

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#131 The Bigger Picture: Neurodiversity and College 58:15

1M ago58:15

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Elizabeth and Vicki were joined in this episode by Jane Thierfeld-Brown and Lorraine Wolf, important experts in disability services in higher education. Jane and Lorre shared their insights into the complexities that autistic students face as they transition from high school to college. They shared their personal journeys as well as the work they’v…

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Is Your Medtech Idea Worth Pursuing?: Interview with BrainSpace CEO Caitlin Morse 1:01:28

2M ago1:01:28

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Caitlin Morse, CEO and co-founder of BrainSpace, who has a decade of experience spanning medtech consulting, product development, and strategic advising. BrainSpace is developing an innovative precision drainage system with continuous ICP monitoring designed to automate cerebrospinal fluid managem…

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#130 – A New Approach to Career Readiness – and What Does a College President Do, Anyway? 46:54

2M ago46:54

46:54

Vicki and Lynn were thrilled to be joined in this episode by Jay Gonzalez, president of Curry College, to learn more about what college presidents do and why it matters. With his background in business, politics and law, Jay brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective on what it means to lead a higher education institution today. Jay als…

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How to Succeed Without Venture Capital: Interview with Front Line Medical Co-Founders Drs. Asha Parekh and Adam Power 36:15

2M ago36:15

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an insightful discussion with Drs. Asha Parekh and Adam Power, co-founders of Front Line Medical Technologies. The company's COBRA-OS (Control of Bleeding, Resuscitation, Arterial Occlusion System) is a compact, minimally invasive device, designed for temporary aortic occlusion in trauma situations. Asha ha…

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Why Your 'Kitty Hawk Moment' Matters: Interview with Elucid CEO Kelly Huang 25:02

2M ago25:02

25:02

In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Kelly Huang, President and CEO of Elucid. Elucid has developed a platform that uses AI to analyze cardiac CT scans to provide a detailed, non-invasive assessment of a patient’s arterial plaque. Kelly's journey spans nearly 30 years of leadership in healthcare, with expertise in driving innovation …

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#129 – Raising the Self-Driven Child: A Conversation with Authors Ned Johnson and Bill Stixrud 1:08:03

2M ago1:08:03

1:08:03

In this episode, Elizabeth and Vicki are joined by education experts Ned Johnson and Bill Stixrud, authors of the book The Self-Driven Child and of the new workbook for parents, 7 Principles for Raising the Self Driven Child for a thought-provoking discussion on how to empower your child to become self-driven, allowing them to navigate their own ed…

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De-Risk and Execute to Create Value: Interview with Supira Medical CEO Nitin Salunke, PhD 18:20

3M ago18:20

18:20

In this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an insightful chat with Nitin Salunke, President and CEO of Supira Medical, a Shifamed portfolio company. Supira is developing a catheter-based heart pump that provides hemodynamic support for patients undergoing high-risk heart procedures. Before Supira, Nitin was Vice President of R&D at Medtronic Neurova…

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Two Stakeholders You Can’t Ignore: Interview with Tioga CEO Mike Dineen 26:03

3M ago26:03

26:03

In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Mike Dineen, co-founder and CEO of Tioga Cardiovascular, a Shifamed portfolio company. Tioga is developing a minimally invasive transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR) device to address mitral regurgitation (MR) - a condition where blood flows backward into the heart, often causing heart fai…

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#128 Help Your Student Complete Challenging Required Courses 43:44

3M ago43:44

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Almost all colleges have a set of required courses for all students – sometimes called General Education or Distribution courses. They’re designed to expose students to a variety of different subjects and disciplines. But what happens when that particular area or course is especially challenging for a student? How do they face this mandatory course…

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How to Validate Your Idea Rigorously: Interview with Flow Medical CEO Jennifer Fried 26:17

3M ago26:17

26:17

In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Jennifer Fried, co-founder and CEO of Flow Medical. Her startup is developing an advanced catheter designed to treat pulmonary embolisms. Jennifer started her career as a healthcare venture capitalist and consultant at Bain & Company. Before co-founding Flow Medical, Jennifer was the CEO and co-fo…

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#127 – Encore Episode – Navigating College Financial Decisions: An Interview with New York Times Bestselling Author Ron Lieber 42:05

3M ago42:05

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If you are in the midst of the college search and admission process, financing this college education is likely top of mind. Merit aid is an important part of many financial packages and there’s no one better to talk to about the topic than Ron Lieber, financial columnist for the New York Times. It’s so important that we decided to share this episo…

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Who’s Paying for It?: Interview with Aclarion CEO Brent Ness 26:43

4M ago26:43

26:43

In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Brent Ness, President and CEO of Aclarion, a startup developing a decision-support tool designed to improve the diagnosis and treatment of chronic low back pain. Brent has over 28 years of experience in medtech. Before Aclarion, he led Cleerly as President & CCO, driving the adoption of their AI c…

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#126 They're Back! Parenting Our Boomerang Kids 42:45

4M ago42:45

42:45

Nearly half of recent college graduates are finding themselves back in their childhood bedrooms, and it’s not just nostalgia pulling them home. Financial pressures are nudging this generation towards a new developmental stage of life. These shifting family dynamics come with their own set of challenges and opportunities. In this episode, Vicki and …

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Think Commercially from Day One: Interview with Conformal Medical CEO James Reinstein 25:58

4M ago25:58

25:58

In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with James Reinstein, President and CEO of Conformal Medical, a company developing a foam device that seals the left atrial appendage (LAA) to reduce the risk of stroke without anticoagulants. James has over 30 years of experience in the medical device industry. He’s held executive roles across multipl…

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Maximize Market Opportunity, Minimize Feedback Loops: Interview with SAVA Co-founders Rafaël Michali and Renato Circi 28:53

4M ago28:53

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we had a great chat with Rafaël Michali and Renato Circi, co-founders of SAVA, a London-based biotechnology startup developing a novel biosensing platform to monitor molecules just below the skin in real time. Rafaël and Renato are biomedical engineers from Imperial College London. Both recognized in the Forbes 30…

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#125 – Encore Episode – Second Semester of College: The Transition No One Talks About 40:11

4M ago40:11

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The transition to second semester of college is so important – and often hidden – that we’ve decided to share this episode again. You and your student may be taken by surprise when the start of the second semester of college seems so difficult. In this episode, Vicki and Lynn explore why some students may experience the “second semester blues” and …

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Fixing Healthcare Bottlenecks from First Principles: Interview with Enspectra Health CEO Gabriel Sanchez 27:01

5M ago27:01

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Gabriel Sanchez, co-founder and CEO of Enspectra Health. The company's flagship VIO platform is the first FDA-cleared imaging modality for dermatology in over 25 years. Gabriel holds a B.S. in mechanical engineering from MIT and an M.S. and Ph.D. from Stanford University, where he also served as a…

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Low Drama, High Performance, Big Results: Interview with PhotoniCare CEO Cary Vance 24:58

5M ago24:58

24:58

In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Cary Vance, CEO of PhotoniCare. The company's FDA-cleared OtoSight™ Middle Ear Scope is a clinical diagnostic tool that offers a non-invasive and comprehensive assessment of middle ear fluid. Cary is a proven medtech leader with over two decades of experience across large strategics like GE Health…

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#124 – Looking Back at 2024 and Season 5 of the College Parent Central Podcast 1:13:06

5M ago1:13:06

1:13:06

This is the time of year when we reflect on the year and another season of the College Parent Central podcast. It’s been a busy year for all of our cohosts, Vicki, Lynn, Elizabeth and Sarah. It’s always fun to get all of us together to share thoughts and stories, but our schedules just wouldn’t allow that to happen this year. So Vicki had a convers…

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Execution Beats Flashy Funding: Interview with AccurKardia CEO Juan C. Jimenez 24:20

5M ago24:20

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Juan C. Jimenez, co-founder and CEO of AccurKardia, a startup developing software that uses ECG data to help doctors detect heart conditions more accurately and efficiently with AI. Juan started his career as an investment banker specializing in M&A transactions, then moved on to become President …

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Thinking Global and Executing Local: Interview with Aether Biomedical CEO Dhruv Agrawal 24:05

6M ago24:05

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Dhruv Agrawal, CEO of Aether Biomedical. Aether's ZEUS bionic arm is a highly durable, multi-articulating prosthetic designed to handle everyday tasks with improved grip strength and resilience. Dhruv found his true calling in building prosthetics while he was studying medicine and proceeded to co…

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#123 – Is Your Student Ready to Be a Citizen? It’s Never Too Late to Learn. 41:23

6M ago41:23

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We were excited to have a chance to talk to Lindsey Cormack for this podcast episode. Lindsey is the author of the book How to Raise a Citizen (and why it’s up to you to do it.) Most of us don’t spend much time thinking about how our students learn about how the government works, how government affects our lives, how to register to vote, and why it…

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Move Fast Early, Slow Down When It Counts: Interview with Neuspera CEO Steffen Hovard 22:45

6M ago22:45

22:45

In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Steffen Hovard, CEO of Neuspera Medical, where his team is developing a novel, less invasive device that uses neuromodulation to treat conditions like overactive bladder. Previously, Steffen spent two decades at Coloplast, where he held various senior leadership roles that contributed to the compa…

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The Power of Quality Data: Interview with CorVista CEO Don Crawford 29:01

6M ago29:01

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with returning guest, Don Crawford, CEO of CorVista Health. CorVista is developing a non-invasive medical device that uses advanced machine-learned algorithms to detect heart conditions, right in a doctor’s office. Don's career began at Medtronic, followed by progressively senior sales and marketing ro…

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#122 – Encore Episode - Signs of Trouble: How Do You Know If Your Student Is Struggling 40:40

6M ago40:40

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Once your child steps into the world of college – even if it is in the next room – both parents and students begin experiencing a new stage in development. Students are exploring the academic and social world of college; parents are exploring the experience of stepping back and watching them do it. But, it is also part of the parenting package to w…

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How to Build a Delightful Experience for Your Customers: Interview with Somnee CEO Tim Rosa 31:25

6M ago31:25

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with, Tim Rosa, CEO of Somnee, a company developing wearables based on personalized neuroscience to improve sleep quality. Previously, Tim was the CMO at Fitbit, where he played a key role in establishing the health and fitness wearables category. He built the organization’s global marketing function, …

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Building Resilience Through Rejection: Interview with Transverse Medical CEO Eric Goslau 24:21

7M ago24:21

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with medtech veteran, Eric Goslau, the co-founder and CEO of Transverse Medical. His startup is developing the Point Guard Cerebral Embolic Protection device that shields the brain from debris during cardiovascular procedures, reducing the risk of strokes. Co-inventor of Point Guard, Eric has 29 years …

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#121 - College Lingo - Can You Talk the Talk? - Part 4 53:09

7M ago53:09

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So many mysterious terms and acronyms to understand when your student heads off to college! You’ll understand how college works better when you understand the strange terms they use. In our fourth installment of our College Lingo series, Vicki and Lynn define and discuss more of the insider terms that colleges use that may not always be clear to pa…

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Nothing Matters as Much as Execution and Iteration: Interview with Wyndly CEO Aakash Shah 30:39

7M ago30:39

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with the exuberant Aakash Shah, co-founder and CEO of Wyndly, a telehealth startup that helps people overcome their allergies with personalized, at-home treatment plans. Aakash was part of the Y Combinator W21 batch. As the CEO of Wyndly, he’s led the company from early inception through product develo…

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#120 – Partnering with Your Student’s High School Counselor 59:27

7M ago59:27

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Just about anyone who has a student in school knows there are school counselors, but many of us don’t have any idea what they do. We know they provide guidance and assistance with college and career planning, but that’s just one part of the career that also includes social and emotional counseling and addressing academic needs – and for a national …

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Finding Opportunities When Curveballs Come Your Way: Interview with Cytovale CEO Ajay Shah 18:21

8M ago18:21

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Ajay Shah, co-founder and CEO of Cytovale. The company is helping solve the sepsis problem with IntelliSep, a simple, cost-effective, and quick sepsis test. Ajay is a serial entrepreneur and engineer with expertise in cell-based diagnostic technologies. Before Cytovale, Ajay co-founded two other l…

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#119 – Why Sleep Matters: A Conversation with Lisa Lewis, Author of The Sleep Deprived Teen 51:22

8M ago51:22

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Most of us probably know that getting enough sleep makes us feel better, but there’s so much more to it than that – especially for our teens. In this episode, Vicki and Elizabeth talk with Lisa Lewis, author of the book The Sleep Deprived Teen: Why Our Teenagers Are So Tired, and How Parents and Schools Can Help Them Thrive about why our students a…

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Identifying and Mitigating Key Risk Factors in Medtech Startups: Interview with Adona Medical CEO Brian Fahey 29:27

8M ago29:27

29:27

In this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an insightful chat with Brian Fahey, CEO of Adona Medical, which is a Shifamed-portfolio company. The Adona Interatrial Shunt is a smart implant designed to enable individualized management of heart failure. Before Adona, Brian founded a critical care company, Niveus Medical. He also spent time at J&J Innov…

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De-Risking Your Way to a Successful Fundraise: Interview with WearLinq CEO Konrad Morzkowski 22:40

8M ago22:40

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Konrad Morzkowski, co-founder and CEO of WearLinq. The startup is commercializing eWave, an FDA-cleared EKG monitor for continuous cardiac monitoring. Konrad is an engineer from Sweden and a member of Forbes’ 30 under 30 list. After obtaining an MS at Stanford – where he met his co-founders and ra…

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#118 – Impermanence, Mindfulness, and Focusing on the Strengths of First Generation Students 1:13:41

8M ago1:13:41

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Zachary DesJardins and John Martinez are Academic Advisors at the State University of New York at Albany, and they work with students every day. In this conversation we learned how important it is for all of us to recognize that we are in a constant state of change and how crucial it is to be present in the moment. Zachary and John, both First Gene…

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Validating Demand in Medtech: Interview with Pristine Surgical CEO Bryan Lord 30:15

9M ago30:15

30:15

In this episode of Medsider Radio, we had a fun chat with Bryan Lord, President and CEO of Pristine Surgical. Pristine's flagship product, Summit, is a 4K, single-use digital arthroscope that streamlines arthroscopic procedures. Bryan started his career as a “deal guy” – originally a tech lawyer in Boston, and always involved in startups. He has a …

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#117 – Supporting Your Student’s Mental Health: A Conversation with Dr. Bianca Busch, The College Psychiatrist 1:00:41

9M ago1:00:41

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If you want to know how to best support your college student through potential mental health or anxiety issues, who better to ask than a psychiatrist? That’s exactly what Vicki and Elizabeth did in this episode. We were joined by Dr. Bianca Busch, founder of The College Psychiatrist, a medical practice that works with college students and their fam…

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Managing Critical Risks in Early-Stage Medtech: Interview with Instylla CEO Amarpreet Sawhney 32:11

9M ago32:11

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an insightful chat with Amarpreet Sawhney, inventor, serial entrepreneur, and CEO of a few startups, including Instylla, which is developing polymerizing liquid embolics that can be used to shut down blood supply to hypervascular tumors and control bleeding. Amar is also the CEO of Rejoni, Sealonix, and Pra…

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Build for the User, Not the Spec Sheet: Interview with Phagenesis CEO Reinhard Krickl 26:22

9M ago26:22

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an engaging chat with Reinhard Krickl, CEO of Phagenesis, a startup commercializing a neurostimulation system designed to treat dysphagia, a condition that impairs a patient's ability to swallow. An Austrian engineer with over 25 years of experience in medtech, Reinhard specializes in neurology-based medica…

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#116 – Encore Episode - Transitioning from Summer to College: The Importance of the First Six Weeks 44:04

9M ago44:04

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This subject is so important we decided to share it again. In this final part of our summer college preparation series, Lynn and Vicki discuss how to support your student on Move-In Day and throughout their first six weeks on campus. Parents and students who are prepared for the emotional peaks and valleys of transitioning into the world of college…

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A Stage-Appropriate Framework for Startups: Interview with Cherish CEO Sumit Nagpal 26:34

10M ago26:34

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an interesting chat with Sumit Nagpal, founder and CEO of Cherish Health, a company developing radar-based health and safety monitoring devices. Over the past three decades, serial entrepreneur and digital health veteran Sumit has co-founded and grown five companies that have tackled some of the boldest cha…

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Forging Win-Win Collaborations in Healthcare: Interview with Reimagine Care CEO Dan Nardi 28:03

10M ago28:03

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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an insightful chat with Dan Nardi, CEO of Reimagine Care, a startup that integrates clinical oncology experts and robust capabilities to deliver individualized cancer treatment and recovery experience from home. Dan has over two decades of experience in healthcare IT and digital health. Before Reimagine Car…

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#115 – Zooming Out on the College Experience: Taking the Long (and Wide) View 35:57

10M ago35:57

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Preparing for and transitioning into the first year of college involves so many, many details, and it’s easy to get caught up in just getting through what needs to be done. Then the college experience can be taken over by the day-to-day details of classes, assignments, GPA, activities, friends, schedules, career planning and just surviving. While w…

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