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Can You Really Get FDA Clearance on a Budget? with Galen Robertson
In this episode of the medDesign Podcast, we delve into the inspiring journey of Galen Robertson, a seasoned innovator in the medical device industry. From his early days as an R&D engineer to his pivotal role in launching 410 Medical and the life-saving LifeFlow device, Galen shares invaluable insights on navigating the complexities of product development, securing funding, and achieving commercial success.
Key Topics Covered:
The Importance of Mentorship and Teamwork: Learn how Galen's early experiences shaped his approach to leadership and collaboration.
Navigating Failure and Setbacks: Discover how to embrace failure as a learning opportunity and persevere through challenges.
The Human Element in Design: Understand the critical importance of human factors in medical device development.
Securing Funding and Building a Startup: Gain practical advice on raising capital, assembling a team, and launching a successful Medtech venture.
Who is the episode for?
For Aspiring Medtech Innovators: Gain inspiration and practical advice from Galen's remarkable journey in the medical device industry.
For Entrepreneurs and Startup Founders: Learn valuable lessons on resilience, leadership, and navigating the complexities of bringing a product to market.
For Anyone Passionate About Healthcare: Discover the human stories behind medical innovation and the impact it has on patients' lives.
Free Learning for You:
Start here, learn how to scope your problem: https://med.trig.com/offers/2yPcPdM2/
Download our free Guidebook to Design History File Ready Ideation:
https://www.trig.com/guidebooks/design-history-file-ready-ideation-guidebook
Increase your likelihood to raise capital with our Concept Storyboard Guidebook: https://med.trig.com/concept-storyboard
Free Creativity Course for Nurses:
https://think.trig.com/offers/FnWZRGaC
00:00 Welcome to the medDesign Podcast
00:04 Introducing Galen Robertson
01:15 Galen's Early Career and Motivation
02:34 Navigating Challenges in R&D
04:55 The Emotional Journey of Product Development
12:12 The Impact of Medical Devices
17:14 Starting 410 Medical
18:57 Early Stages and Funding Challenges
21:29 Early Prototypes and Initial Challenges
22:27 Learning from Failures
24:58 Balancing Time and Funding
30:10 Navigating FDA Clearance
32:02 Human Factors in Medical Device Design
36:13 Market Research and Validation
37:53 New Ventures and Risk Management
40:45 Advice for Aspiring Innovators
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By medDesign by TrigIn this episode of the medDesign Podcast, we delve into the inspiring journey of Galen Robertson, a seasoned innovator in the medical device industry. From his early days as an R&D engineer to his pivotal role in launching 410 Medical and the life-saving LifeFlow device, Galen shares invaluable insights on navigating the complexities of product development, securing funding, and achieving commercial success.
Key Topics Covered:
The Importance of Mentorship and Teamwork: Learn how Galen's early experiences shaped his approach to leadership and collaboration.
Navigating Failure and Setbacks: Discover how to embrace failure as a learning opportunity and persevere through challenges.
The Human Element in Design: Understand the critical importance of human factors in medical device development.
Securing Funding and Building a Startup: Gain practical advice on raising capital, assembling a team, and launching a successful Medtech venture.
Who is the episode for?
For Aspiring Medtech Innovators: Gain inspiration and practical advice from Galen's remarkable journey in the medical device industry.
For Entrepreneurs and Startup Founders: Learn valuable lessons on resilience, leadership, and navigating the complexities of bringing a product to market.
For Anyone Passionate About Healthcare: Discover the human stories behind medical innovation and the impact it has on patients' lives.
Free Learning for You:
Start here, learn how to scope your problem: https://med.trig.com/offers/2yPcPdM2/
Download our free Guidebook to Design History File Ready Ideation:
https://www.trig.com/guidebooks/design-history-file-ready-ideation-guidebook
Increase your likelihood to raise capital with our Concept Storyboard Guidebook: https://med.trig.com/concept-storyboard
Free Creativity Course for Nurses:
https://think.trig.com/offers/FnWZRGaC
00:00 Welcome to the medDesign Podcast
00:04 Introducing Galen Robertson
01:15 Galen's Early Career and Motivation
02:34 Navigating Challenges in R&D
04:55 The Emotional Journey of Product Development
12:12 The Impact of Medical Devices
17:14 Starting 410 Medical
18:57 Early Stages and Funding Challenges
21:29 Early Prototypes and Initial Challenges
22:27 Learning from Failures
24:58 Balancing Time and Funding
30:10 Navigating FDA Clearance
32:02 Human Factors in Medical Device Design
36:13 Market Research and Validation
37:53 New Ventures and Risk Management
40:45 Advice for Aspiring Innovators