by Birgit Johnston | Jan 1, 2015 | Fogarty Innovation, Mentoring
As the Fogarty Institute continues to shape its future direction, the team is growing, with a focus on unparalleled support for its startups. To this end, the Institute recently hired medtech industry veteran Denise Zarins as chief technology officer. In her new role,... 
by Birgit Johnston | Jan 1, 2015 | Companies
MedicalCue is set to change newborn healthcare. Each day, more than 1,100 babies born in the United States require assistance breathing, and in these cases, a few seconds can make the difference between a healthy child and one with irreversible brain injury. Meet... 
by Birgit Johnston | Jan 1, 2015 | Ferolyn Fellowship
Now in its second year, the Ferolyn Fellowship once again attracted a class with incredible talent. This month, we introduce you to Bronwyn Harris, CEO and co-founder of Tueo Health, a company that is empowering families with a digital health solution to better... 
by Birgit Johnston | Jan 1, 2015 | Education, Mentoring, Thought Leadership
Chances are good you’ve recently heard a lot about the importance of soft skills as a factor for workplace success. But you might think those are mostly applicable to fields likes sales or project management, rather than for those planning to form and advance a... 
by Birgit Johnston | Jan 1, 2015 | Companies
Eric Johnson, co-founder of Radial Medical, a startup that is aiming to treat venous ulcers. Forty percent of adults suffer from some degree of venous insufficiency, or inadequate flow of blood through the veins, which, if left untreated, can lead to varicose veins or... 