Your place to learn about technology, innovation and entrepreneurship in the GI space. Whether you're a Gastroenterologist, a GI fellow, an entrepreneur or investor interested in the GI space, this podcast has your back!
Join us to hear from industry leaders, innovators and experts on everything GI-tech!
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A comprehensive suite of AI solutions for Gastroenterology. Mike Byrne, MD talks about everything artificial intelligence and experience with SatisfAI, a leader in AI in the GI space!
Listen to a comprehensive analysis of AI in the GI space from one of the pioneers in the field. Mike tells a great story of transition from a physician scientist to an entrepreneur, pushing the needle to create a reality where artificial intelligence can deliver in the clinical setting. Mike's experience highlights the value of networking, team-building, inspiration and perspiration. Enjoy this great conversation!
23 Apr 2023
A swallowable robot pill to examine the gastric cavity. Torrey Smith, founder and CEO of Endiatx talks about the journey building Pillbot and tiny robots in the human body.
In this episode, Torrey and I discuss his journey from aerospace engineering, building tesla coils at burning man, to founding Endiatx and making Pillbot; a pill-sized robot that can swim in the human stomach and be controlled by a joystick. A very unique story and inspiring experience.
26 Feb 2023
Electrical mapping of the stomach! - Greg O'Grady, MD, founder and CEO of Alimetry on non-invasive mapping of gastric electrical activity to aid in Dx and Rx of gastric disorders.
First true GI-wearable device collects gastric electrical data; mapping function, motility and possibly response to therapy. A fascinating journey from intraoperative monitoring of gastric electrical activity to non-invasive percutaneous tracing. Join the conversation with Greg to learn about the story of Alimetry, initial research and transition to the current product. Learn about building your startup team, navigating the regulatory environment and carving the path into healthtech from a seasoned physician entrepreneur.
Special thanks to Matthew Zhao (UCLA) for intro and conclusion!
20 Nov 2022
A Virgo-cluster worth of data at your fingertips! - Matthew Schwartz, founder and CEO of Virgo on endoscopy video capture, artificial intelligence, and entrepreneurial journey.
Seamless video-capture of every procedure & AI-powered patient selection for clinical trials, these are a few of the services Virgo can offer. Join the conversation with Matt to learn about the origins of Virgo, their first MVP, their funding journey, their unique business strategy, future of GI data and a bit about Astrophotography!
Special thanks to Matthew Zhao (UCLA) for intro and conclusion!
8 Oct 2022
"Breath testing from the comfort of your home." Craig Strasnick, on CDI, functional GI disorders, breath testing, digital health and decentralization of medical testing.
Listen to the story of Craig, a successful healthcare entrepreneur, the origins of CDI, their products from breath tests, blood tests to digital health, clinical trials and strategic investments. Learn the details of their home-based testing and how to leverage those for your patients. Thoughts on how to engage trainees more seriously in functional GI? Please share your thoughts with us.
CDI Website: Functional GI Diagnostics | Commonwealth Diagnostics International (commdx.com) (https://commdx.com/).
Test ordering URL: Diagnostic Solutions Order Form | Commonwealth Diagnostics International (commdx.com) (https://commdx.com/diagnostic-solutions-order-form/).
11 Sept 2022
Part 2. Alex Menys, PhD and Aline Charbaty, MD on Motilent and using MRI to guide management in small bowel crohn's.
Join us on one of my favorite discussions on the podcast so far with two of my favorite guests!
Navigating the regulatory environment in international medtech.
What do physicians need to see to gain confidence in a new technology/product?
The logistics of tech delivery are essential for success.
Bringing different medical specialties together to improve tech and help patients.
How to find physician champions for your startup
5 Sept 2022
"Fecal Calprotectin for the small intestine" Alex Menys, PhD and Aline Charbaty, MD on Motilent and using MRI to guide management in small bowel crohn's.
Join us on one of my favorite discussions on the podcast so far with two of my favorite guests!
We'll be discussing the Utility of MRI-based motility analysis in small bowel Crohn's disease, MRI vs. ultrasound for small bowel crohn's follow up.
Are all strictures born equal? What can MRI tell us about stricturing disease?
How should physicians approach disruptive technologies?
What are the cornerstones of medical innovation?
14 Aug 2022
Erica Barnell, PhD and Aasma Shaukat, MD on Geneoscopy, RNA-based stool testing and everything Colon Cancer screening!
In this special episode, we conduct a trilateral discussion with Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH and Erica Barnell, PhD on RNA-based stool testing for colorectal cancer detection, how Geneoscopy is thinking differently about patient recruitment for their trials, the future of colon cancer screening, the standards of liquid biopsy, and much more!
Pertinent links:
Geneoscopy - Reinventing Gastrointestinal Health (https://www.geneoscopy.com/)
Publications:
Multitarget Stool RNA Test for Noninvasive Detection of Colo... : Clinical and Translational Gastroenterology (lww.com) (https://journals.lww.com/ctg/Fulltext/2021/05000/Multitarget_Stool_RNA_Test_for_Noninvasive.17.aspx)
doi: 10.14309/ctg.0000000000000360
Noninvasive Detection of High-Risk Adenomas Using Stool-Derived Eukaryotic RNA Sequences as Biomarkers - Gastroenterology (gastrojournal.org) (https://www.gastrojournal.org/article/S0016-5085(19)40976-1/fulltext)
https://doi.org/10.1053/j.gastro.2019.05.058 (https://doi.org/10.1053/j.gastro.2019.05.058)
24 Jul 2022
Austin Chiang MD, MPH on roles at Medtronic GI, future of GI, pathways to medical innovation and much more.
In this episode, I chat with Austin Chiang, CMO of Medtronic GI and Bariatric endoscopy faculty at Thomas Jefferson about his roles at Medtronic, his outlook on the future of GI, pathways to medical innovations, how to remain relevant in an ever-evolving field and interesting insight on his decision to go into medicine and GI!
9 Jul 2022
Austin Chiang MD, MPH on Innovative use of social media in medicine and much more.
In this episode, I chat with Austin Chiang, CMO of Medtronic GI and Bariatric endoscopy faculty at Thomas Jefferson about his early life, past experiences, his use of social media and his experience incorporating social media into the academic hierarchy. Learn strategies, to effectively leverage social media to reach your personal and professional goals.
29 May 2022
Momo Vuyisich PhD, on Viome Biosciences, RNA revolution and the future of personalized healthcare.
In this episode, I speak to Momo, CSO of Viome on Metatranscriptomics, the use of RNA to detect and personalize treatment for various diseases. We discuss the future of personalized medicine and the Viome Systems Biology Discovery Platform or ViOS which provides grants & chances to collaborate with Viome scientists to stimulate further discovery. We also discuss the need for physicians and scientists to learn the business skills needed to bring their ideas into the market.
Relevant links:
ViOS:
Grants | Viome Life Sciences (https://www.viomelifesciences.com/grants)
Studies:
The Science Behind Viome | Viome (https://www.viome.com/our-science#research)
3 May 2022
Peter Mountney, PhD - On Odin vision, Artificial intelligence in GI and more!
In this episode, Peter and I discuss the birth and development of Odin vision, details on the future of AI in GI and how Odin Vision differentiates itself from other AI companies in the GI field.
12 Mar 2022
Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH on role as an advisor for Iterative Scopes, physician roles in the industry, and advice for healthtech entrepreneurs.
In this episode, I chat with Aasma Shaukat about her role as an advisor for iterative scopes, the benefits and pitfalls of physician engagement with the industry and her take on those rules of engagement. We also discuss the different avenues physicians can take their innovative ideas forward.
18 Feb 2022
David Hachuel, MPH on entrepreneurship in the IBS space and enzymes to digest FODMAPs.
In this episode, David Hachuel joins us to chat about his experience founding two companies to help patients with IBS regain control over their symptoms.
Tips for Medtech entrepreneurs, grad students, physicians on how to translate innovation into startups into products.
Pertinent links:
Kiwi Biosciences website:
https://www.kiwibiosciences.com/ (https://www.kiwibiosciences.com/)
FODZYME website:
https://www.fodzyme.com/ (https://www.fodzyme.com/)
30 Jan 2022
Brennan Spiegel, MD on VR in healthcare and Intestinal Acoustic Monitoring.
In this episode, Brennan Spiegel joins us to chat about VR use in health care, the future of acoustic intestinal monitoring and his experience as a physician innovator.
Tips on how to translate your idea into a startup, where to begin and how to interact with the industry.
Pertinent links:
VRx: How Virtual Therapeutics Will Revolutionize Medicine
VRx: How Virtual Therapeutics Will Revolutionize Medicine, Spiegel, Brennan M.R. , eBook - Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084FYCR5P/ref=dp_kinw_strp_1)
vMed22 Conference:
Virtual Medicine | Cedars-Sinai (https://virtualmedicine.org/)
AbStats publications:
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11605-015-2956-3 (https://doi.org/10.1007/s11605-015-2956-3)
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11605-014-2597-y (https://doi.org/10.1007/s11605-014-2597-y)
https://doi.org/10.1093/gastro/goaa097 (https://doi.org/10.1093/gastro/goaa097)
GI Logic website:
GI Logic – Innovative solutions for gastrointestinal health (gi-logic.com) (http://gi-logic.com/)
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