by Birgit Johnston | Dec 2, 2020 | Thought Leadership
The medtech industry is built by entrepreneurs who are adept at identifying needs and adapting to meet them. That ability has been never been more important than during the pandemic. Harnessing that “can-do” spirit was the focus of the “Weathering the Storm, The... 
by Birgit Johnston | Dec 2, 2020 | Alliances, Thought Leadership
With over 300 people in attendance, it was a virtual full house for the annual Thomas J. Fogarty, MD Lecture, co-sponsored by the Stanford Byers Center for Biodesign, Fogarty Innovation and the Stanford Department of Surgery. The strong showing underscored the... 
by Birgit Johnston | Dec 2, 2020 | Ferolyn Fellowship
Like everything, the Ferolyn Fellowship looked a little different this year as it went virtual. But in no way did that diminish the benefits to participants or the bonds they formed between each other and with their mentors. Recently, the fourth class of Ferolyn... 
by Birgit Johnston | Dec 2, 2020 | Alliances, Mentoring, Thought Leadership
A Salute to Paul Yock and His Legacy A recent fireside videochat hosted by Andrew Cleeland offered an intimate glimpse into the life and achievements of Dr. Paul Yock, an iconic figure in the medical technology innovation arena. “Tales From the Voyage,” is... 
by Birgit Johnston | Nov 18, 2020 | Fogarty Innovation, Thought Leadership
Planning to travel this holiday season? We have one piece of advice: Don’t. Sorry to be a killjoy but having safe celebrations is the one thing we all can do to help alleviate the pressure on hospitals as they once again become overloaded with the recent spike in... 