GI StartUp Podcast

Bara Kurdi, MD
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GI StartUp Podcast

Your place to learn about technology, innovation and entrepreneurship in the GI space. Whether you're a Gastroenterologist, a GI fellow, an entrepreneur or investor interested in the GI space, this podcast has your back! Join us to hear from industry leaders, innovators and experts on everything GI-tech! For questions, suggestions, feedback and recommendations, reach me on any of my accounts: https://linktr.ee/DrKurdi

  1. A comprehensive suite of AI solutions for Gastroenterology. Mike Byrne, MD talks about everything artificial intelligence and experience with SatisfAI, a leader in AI in the GI space!

    08/31/2023

    A comprehensive suite of AI solutions for Gastroenterology. Mike Byrne, MD talks about everything artificial intelligence and experience with SatisfAI, a leader in AI in the GI space!

    Listen to a comprehensive analysis of AI in the GI space from one of the pioneers in the field. Mike tells a great story of transition from a physician scientist to an entrepreneur, pushing the needle to create a reality where artificial intelligence can deliver in the clinical setting. Mike's experience highlights the value of networking, team-building, inspiration and perspiration. Enjoy this great conversation!

    56 min
  2. A swallowable robot pill to examine the gastric cavity. Torrey Smith, founder and CEO of Endiatx talks about the journey building Pillbot and tiny robots in the human body.

    04/23/2023

    A swallowable robot pill to examine the gastric cavity. Torrey Smith, founder and CEO of Endiatx talks about the journey building Pillbot and tiny robots in the human body.

    In this episode, Torrey and I discuss his journey from aerospace engineering, building tesla coils at burning man, to founding Endiatx and making Pillbot; a pill-sized robot that can swim in the human stomach and be controlled by a joystick. A very unique story and inspiring experience.

    57 min
  3. Electrical mapping of the stomach! - Greg O'Grady, MD, founder and CEO of Alimetry on non-invasive mapping of gastric electrical activity to aid in Dx and Rx of gastric disorders.

    02/26/2023

    Electrical mapping of the stomach! - Greg O'Grady, MD, founder and CEO of Alimetry on non-invasive mapping of gastric electrical activity to aid in Dx and Rx of gastric disorders.

    First true GI-wearable device collects gastric electrical data; mapping function, motility and possibly response to therapy. A fascinating journey from intraoperative monitoring of gastric electrical activity to non-invasive percutaneous tracing. Join the conversation with Greg to learn about the story of Alimetry, initial research and transition to the current product. Learn about building your startup team, navigating the regulatory environment and carving the path into healthtech from a seasoned physician entrepreneur. Special thanks to Matthew Zhao (UCLA) for intro and conclusion!

    48 min
  4. A Virgo-cluster worth of data at your fingertips! - Matthew Schwartz, founder and CEO of Virgo on endoscopy video capture, artificial intelligence, and entrepreneurial journey.

    11/20/2022

    A Virgo-cluster worth of data at your fingertips! - Matthew Schwartz, founder and CEO of Virgo on endoscopy video capture, artificial intelligence, and entrepreneurial journey.

    Seamless video-capture of every procedure & AI-powered patient selection for clinical trials, these are a few of the services Virgo can offer. Join the conversation with Matt to learn about the origins of Virgo, their first MVP, their funding journey, their unique business strategy, future of GI data and a bit about Astrophotography! Special thanks to Matthew Zhao (UCLA) for intro and conclusion!

    1h 4m
  5. "Breath testing from the comfort of your home." Craig Strasnick, on CDI, functional GI disorders, breath testing, digital health and decentralization of medical testing.

    10/08/2022

    "Breath testing from the comfort of your home." Craig Strasnick, on CDI, functional GI disorders, breath testing, digital health and decentralization of medical testing.

    Listen to the story of Craig, a successful healthcare entrepreneur, the origins of CDI, their products from breath tests, blood tests to digital health, clinical trials and strategic investments. Learn the details of their home-based testing and how to leverage those for your patients. Thoughts on how to engage trainees more seriously in functional GI? Please share your thoughts with us. CDI Website: Functional GI Diagnostics | Commonwealth Diagnostics International (commdx.com). Test ordering URL: Diagnostic Solutions Order Form | Commonwealth Diagnostics International (commdx.com).

    55 min
  6. Part 2. Alex Menys, PhD and Aline Charbaty, MD on Motilent and using MRI to guide management in small bowel crohn's.

    09/11/2022

    Part 2. Alex Menys, PhD and Aline Charbaty, MD on Motilent and using MRI to guide management in small bowel crohn's.

    Join us on one of my favorite discussions on the podcast so far with two of my favorite guests! Navigating the regulatory environment in international medtech. What do physicians need to see to gain confidence in a new technology/product? The logistics of tech delivery are essential for success. Bringing different medical specialties together to improve tech and help patients. How to find physician champions for your startup

    44 min
  7. "Fecal Calprotectin for the small intestine" Alex Menys, PhD and Aline Charbaty, MD on Motilent and using MRI to guide management in small bowel crohn's.

    09/05/2022

    "Fecal Calprotectin for the small intestine" Alex Menys, PhD and Aline Charbaty, MD on Motilent and using MRI to guide management in small bowel crohn's.

    Join us on one of my favorite discussions on the podcast so far with two of my favorite guests! We'll be discussing the Utility of MRI-based motility analysis in small bowel Crohn's disease, MRI vs. ultrasound for small bowel crohn's follow up. Are all strictures born equal? What can MRI tell us about stricturing disease? How should physicians approach disruptive technologies? What are the cornerstones of medical innovation?

    45 min
  8. Erica Barnell, PhD and Aasma Shaukat, MD on Geneoscopy, RNA-based stool testing and everything Colon Cancer screening!

    08/14/2022

    Erica Barnell, PhD and Aasma Shaukat, MD on Geneoscopy, RNA-based stool testing and everything Colon Cancer screening!

    In this special episode, we conduct a trilateral discussion with Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH and Erica Barnell, PhD on RNA-based stool testing for colorectal cancer detection, how Geneoscopy is thinking differently about patient recruitment for their trials, the future of colon cancer screening, the standards of liquid biopsy, and much more! Pertinent links: Geneoscopy - Reinventing Gastrointestinal Health Publications: Multitarget Stool RNA Test for Noninvasive Detection of Colo... : Clinical and Translational Gastroenterology (lww.com) doi: 10.14309/ctg.0000000000000360 Noninvasive Detection of High-Risk Adenomas Using Stool-Derived Eukaryotic RNA Sequences as Biomarkers - Gastroenterology (gastrojournal.org) https://doi.org/10.1053/j.gastro.2019.05.058

    54 min
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    About

    Your place to learn about technology, innovation and entrepreneurship in the GI space. Whether you're a Gastroenterologist, a GI fellow, an entrepreneur or investor interested in the GI space, this podcast has your back! Join us to hear from industry leaders, innovators and experts on everything GI-tech! For questions, suggestions, feedback and recommendations, reach me on any of my accounts: https://linktr.ee/DrKurdi

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    • Creator
      Bara Kurdi, MD
    • Years Active
      2021 - 2023
    • Episodes
      15
    • Rating
      Clean
    • Copyright
      © Bara Kurdi, MD 2022
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      GI StartUp Podcast

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