The Orange Tree MedTech Podcast

By Orange Tree MedTech

Join us on the Orange Tree MedTech Podcast, where we dive into the heart of Orange County's vibrant medical device industry.

Hosted by Scott Johnson, The Orange Tree MedTech Podcast

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The podcast currently has 4 episodes available.

The Orange Tree MedTech Podcast episodes:

October 28, 2025 Heart of the Matter: AtaCor’s $75M Heartbeat Boost
In this Orange Tree MedTech Podcast episode, Scott Johnson speaks with Rick Sanghera, Co-Founder and CEO of AtaCor Medical, Inc. On Oct. 6, 2025 AtaCor Medical, a medical device company focused on transforming cardiac rhythm management systems, announced today that it has entered into a financing of up to $75 million. The proceeds will fund the company's U.S. FDA Pivotal Study evaluating AtaCor's parasternal extravascular implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (EV-ICD) system for the treatment of life-threatening ventricular tachyarrhythmias.

With over 25 years in the MedTech arena, including pivotal roles at Guidant and Cameron Health and Boston Scientific, Rick spearheaded groundbreaking algorithm development for pacing and defibrillation and amassed more than 90 patents and counting, Rick holds a BSc in Electrical Engineering from the University of Washington and an MBA from Oxford
University—making him not just a leader, but a relentless innovator driving AtaCor's
mission to transform lives through safer, more accessible cardiac care.

In this episode we talk about his 11 year journey an entrepreneur founding AtaCor, what his corporate experience taught, and did not teach him about being a entrepreneur, his strategy and timelines for securing financing, the most important mistakes and lessons he's learned, what he would do differently looking back, the critical components of building a team and culture, and what we should be talking about in MedTech that we aren't.

Tune in for inspiration, strategy, and a glimpse into the minds driving tomorrow's healthcare revolution! Follow The Orange Tree MedTech Podcast:

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1h 14min
October 15, 2025 Pulse of Progress: Orange County as a Global Epicenter of Innovation
In this special Orange Tree MedTech episode, Scott Johnson interviews Carsten Schroeder, President and CEO of Terumo Neuro. Carsten has more than 25 years of senior executive experience across pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and in-vitro diagnostics. Prior to Terumo Neuro, he was President and CEO of Grifols Diagnostic Solutions, (joining Grifols through the acquisition of Novartis Diagnostics). He was also the President of the Diagnostic Business Unit and the Site Head for Novartis in Emeryville, CA. Before Novartis, he held various Vice President positions at Boston Scientific for nine years and was based in France, Germany, and the United States. During this time, he was responsible for the neurovascular business.

Join us in this captivating episode of Orange Tree MedTech Podcast as Carsten his roots in medical device innovation, his personal journey into the global world of medtech and the pivotal moments that shaped his leadership. We dive deep into his bold five-year vision for Terumo Neuro: scaling cutting-edge solutions to transform stroke care, enhance minimally invasive procedures, and expand global access to life-saving neuro interventions. Carsten offers candid insights on Orange County's thriving medtech ecosystem—highlighting its collaborative spirit, talent pipeline, and role as a launchpad for breakthroughs that redefine patient outcomes, and expanding into global markets.

Tune in for inspiration, strategy, and a glimpse into the minds driving tomorrow's healthcare revolution!

Follow The Orange Tree MedTech Podcast:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/orangetreemedtech

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-johnson-mba-/

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41min
September 29, 2025 Orange Tree Medtech Podcast – MedTech Money Moves: Investing in Orange County with Geoff Pardo, General Partner at Gilde Healthcare Partners
In this dynamic episode, Scott Johnson sits down with Geoff Pardo, General Partner at Gilde Healthcare Partners. Geoff is a seasoned MedTech investor and host of the MedTech Talk Podcast. They unpack the evolving landscape of medical device investments in Orange County, California—one of the nation's premier hubs for life sciences innovation. As Gilde Healthcare's North American lead for venture and growth investments, Geoff brings insider perspectives from backing transformative companies like Inari Medical and Axonics Modulation Technologies.

They deep dive into current investment trends shaping MedTech, highlight how the region continues to attract global capital despite economic headwinds, and what strategies could help retain more domestic dollars by differentiating itself in a crowded market.

Follow The Orange Tree MedTech Podcast:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/orangetreemedtech

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-johnson-mba-/

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1h 7min
September 15, 2025 Orange Tree Medtech Podcast – Talent Infusion: Acquiring and Retaining the Lifeblood of MedTech Innovation with Mick Farrell, CEO of Resmed
In the inaugural episode of the Orange Tree MedTech Podcast, host Scott Johnson sits down with Mick Farrell, CEO of Resmed.
Resmed is a global medical device and digital health company that develops, manufactures, and distributes equipment for the diagnosis, treatment, and management of sleep-disordered breathing (such as sleep apnea) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
This engaging conversation dives into Mick’s leadership philosophy, offering insights into his approach to the critical topics of talent acquisition and retention. Mick shares his strategies for attracting top talent, fostering a culture of innovation, and retaining skilled professionals in a competitive landscape.
Mick also discusses his role in AdvaMed, and supporting their upcoming MedTech Conference in San Diego this October. He will be joined by thousands of industry leaders speaking on timely MedTech education, networking with industry leaders and CEOs, and the latest in medical technology and innovation.
Tune in to learn from one of the industry’s most influential leaders, this episode sets the stage for the Orange Tree MedTech Podcast as a must-listen for MedTech leaders.
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1h 3min

FAQs about The Orange Tree MedTech Podcast:

How many episodes does The Orange Tree MedTech Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 4 episodes available.