The Study Success Blueprint

In this podcast episode, Dr. Kunjan Bhatt explores his extensive role in cardiology, highlighting both the challenges and rewards of leading research efforts at Austin Heart Hospital. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration and innovation in combating the devastating impacts of heart failure. Dr. Bhatt candidly discusses how he manages his multifaceted responsibilities, stressing the necessity of maintaining a balance between professional demands and personal life. As the field of cardiology advances, he underscores the need for continued passion and engagement, reflecting on how these elements have been central to his personal and professional success.

In this podcast episode, Matthew Mace sits down with Anil Kottam and John Porterfield about their journey as independent researchers, focusing on transitioning from early ideas to commercialisation in the medical device field through their practice at BridgeSource Medical. They discuss the importance of SBIR grants for private companies, the challenges of maintaining indirect funding, and the strategies for selecting and developing research projects with commercial viability. Their company is critical in transforming university-backed research into viable products, emphasising the need for collaboration and the innovative spirit that drives technological progress.

Launch of the Pod: Matthew introduces the podcast explaining its aim to share knowledge and strategies for successful clinical trials. They provided a brief overview of their background in clinical cardiology and experience with clinical trials.

Matthew has a background in clinical cardiology, starting in 2009, specializing in heart failure and devices. They have extensive experience in clinical trials, having worked for Abbott and been involved in the development of CardioMEMS. Most recently he led a 1600 Patient study for Acorai as Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer.