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BackTable / Urology / Podcast / Episode #196

Biodesign Insights: Embracing Risk & Innovation

with Dr. Christopher Kinsella, Dr. Bryan Hartley

Are you curious about the biotechnology startup world? Learn how our guest transitioned from trauma surgeon to entrepreneur in this episode of the BackTable Podcast. Dr. Chris Kinsella, CEO of Watershed Therapeutics and our host Dr. Bryan Hartley discuss the importance of using entrepreneurship to solve clinical needs. Watershed Therapeutics has created a novel bladder drug delivery platform to help women with recurrent urinary tract infections.

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Ep 196 Biodesign Insights: Embracing Risk & Innovation with Dr. Christopher Kinsella, Dr. Bryan Hartley
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2024, October 25). Ep. 196 – Biodesign Insights: Embracing Risk & Innovation [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com

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Dr. Bryan Hartley on the BackTable Industry Podcast

Dr. Bryan Hartley is a practicing radiologist, host of the BackTable Innovation series, and co-founder of Pulmera in Palo Alto, CA.

Dr. Christopher Kinsella on the BackTable Industry Podcast

Dr. Chris "Topher" Kinsella is a surgeon entrepreneur and the CEO of Watershed Therapeutics.

Synopsis

The doctors systematically cover the process of identifying market needs, inventing solutions, bringing a product to the market, and managing risk. They also share examples of successful startup ventures and underscore the importance of perseverance, innovative thinking, and strategic market focus in forging a path to success.

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction
04:30 - The Birth of a Surgical Trainer
07:04 - Challenges and Innovations in Trauma Surgery
22:06 - Evaluating and Killing Ideas
28:27 - Challenging Assumptions
29:53 - Meeting a Co-Founder
33:07 - Developing the Solution
37:29 - Raising Funds
40:28 - Navigating Regulatory Challenges and Market Expansion

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The Materials available on BackTable are provided for informational and educational purposes only and are not a substitute for the independent professional judgment of a qualified healthcare professional in diagnosing or treating patients. Any opinions, statements, or views expressed are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher, platform, or any affiliated organization.

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