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The Med Device Cyber Podcast

Blue Goat Cyber

In a time where healthcare and technology are deeply intertwined, understanding medical device cybersecurity is not just important—it"s essential. Welcome to The Med Device Cyber Podcast, your go-to resource for understanding the complexities of this critical field of cyber security. As the definitive podcast on medical device security, we explore everything from identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities to navigating this ever-evolving regulatory landscape. Hosted by Christian Espinosa,

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16:20

The 7 Biggest Misconceptions About Medical Device...

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/10/01

Medical device cybersecurity is still surrounded by some persistent misconceptions.In this solo episode, Christian Espinosa breaks down seven of the most common misunderstandings he continues to hear across MedTech, from what actually makes a device “cyber” to why cybersecurity cannot be treated as a final-stage compliance task.He also explains why medical device cybersecurity is fundamentally different from traditional IT security, and why getting these basics wrong can create problems long before

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44:15

Building Cyber Resilience Into Medical Devices with...

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2026/09/24

What if a medical device could prevent an attacker from exploiting a vulnerability, even before a patch becomes available?Joe Saunders, CEO and co-founder of RunSafe Security, joins Christian Espinosa to explore a different approach to protecting the software inside medical devices and other critical infrastructure.Joe goes through how RunSafe's technology changes the way software functions load into memory, making certain exploits ineffective without introducing the performance demands typically

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38:51

Can We Detect Skin Cancer Without a Biopsy? with...

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2026/09/11

What if the biggest problem in skin cancer diagnosis is not finding suspicious lesions, but what happens after we find them?Stefan Mazy joins Christian Espinosa to discuss the personal experience that led him to explore a different approach to skin cancer testing after his mother underwent extensive surgery for an aggressive basal cell carcinoma.Stefan explains how his team is developing a microneedle patch designed to collect cellular tissue without a traditional surgical biopsy, and why he

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50:29

The Commercialization Gaps MedTech Founders Keep...

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/08/27

Why can a MedTech company have promising technology, a strong team and investor interest, yet still lose momentum when it matters most?Ryan Roghaar joins Christian Espinosa to examine the commercialization gaps that can quietly weaken a medical device company long before the technology itself becomes the problem.Ryan explains why companies often move through fundraising, regulatory strategy, sales and market entry in the wrong sequence, and why inconsistencies between a pitch deck, website, evidence

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47:33

Why the Best MedTech Candidates Aren’t Applying to...

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/08/20

What happens when AI starts screening job candidates who are also using AI to get through the screening process?In this episode of the Med Device Cyber Podcast, Christian Espinosa speaks with Darwin Shurig, founder of Top Talent Accelerant, about why recruiting in MedTech is becoming increasingly difficult and what companies can do to avoid costly hiring mistakes.Darwin explores why traditional “post and pray” recruitment is breaking down, how strong candidates can be screened out while weaker

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41:04

The Hidden Barriers to Clinical Adoption with Amel...

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/08/13

Why do so many promising MedTech companies fail even when the technology is strong, the funding is there and the product is compliant?In this episode of the Med Device Cyber Podcast, Christian Espinosa speaks with Amel Havkic, founder of EvoMed Consulting, about the hidden barriers that prevent medical technologies from achieving real clinical adoption.Amel explains why clinical adoption is often treated too late, how workflow friction can derail an otherwise strong product and why the founder’s

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43:40

Why Consumer AI Is Not a Medical Device with Tyler...

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/08/06

AI is moving quickly, but medical devices cannot afford to treat every new model like an ordinary software update.In this episode of the Med Device Cyber Podcast, Christian Espinosa speaks with Tyler Harmon, CEO and co-founder of IASO Automated Medical Systems, about the risks and responsibilities surrounding AI as a medical device.Tyler explains why consumer tools such as ChatGPT and Claude should not be treated as clinical diagnostic systems, even when a doctor remains involved in the final

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46:05

Why Technical Intelligence Is Not Enough with...

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/07/30

A strong résumé may get someone an interview, but technical ability alone does not determine whether they will succeed within an organization.In this episode of the Med Device Cyber Podcast, Christian Espinosa speaks with Samantha Silk, CEO of Apex Pro Placement, about recruitment, emotional intelligence, and the challenge of identifying the right people for highly technical roles.Samantha explains why an unfilled critical position can cost an organization thousands of dollars every day, when using

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52:16

Productivity, Psychological Safety and AI with Sarah...

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/07/23

Productivity means making meaningful progress on the work that matters most. Yet many organizations remain trapped in repetitive tasks, unclear priorities, unnecessary meetings and systems that rely too heavily on individual employees saving the day.In this episode of the Med Device Cyber Podcast, Christian Espinosa is joined by Sarah Ohanesian and Jeff Gibbard, co-founders of Super Productive, to explore how teams can reduce friction, improve communication and build working environments that

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39:06

From Science Fiction to Visual Prosthesis with...

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/07/16

What if a blind person could use a pair of glasses where information is transmitted wirelessly to an implant in the visual cortex, allowing them to perceive shapes, movement, and elements of their surroundings?In this episode of the Med Device Cyber Podcast, Christian Espinosa speaks with Frederik Ceyssens, CEO and co-founder of ReVision Implant, about the development of a visual prosthesis designed to restore useful vision by stimulating the brain directly.Frederik explores why his team chose to

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31:22

Building Medical Devices Right the First Time with...

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/07/10

Bringing an innovative medical device to market takes far more than a great idea. It requires regulatory strategy, cybersecurity, quality systems, and commercial planning from the very beginning.In this episode of the Med Device Cyber Podcast, Christian Espinosa is joined by Helen Souris, CEO of CardiHab and Board Member of the Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA), to discuss why so many promising digital health companies struggle when they leave the startup phase and enter the

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41:25

What MedTech Can Learn from the Casino Industry with...

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/06/25

For years, cybersecurity has been viewed as an IT responsibility. Today's threat landscape demands something very different.In this episode of the Med Device Cyber Podcast, Christian Espinosa is joined by Melissa Aarskaug, a cybersecurity executive with extensive experience protecting highly regulated industries, including banking and casino gaming. Melissa shares lessons from an industry where operations run 24 hours a day, every day of the year, and where even a few minutes of downtime can have

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32:04

The Future of Cardio-Oncology Wearables with Ryan Neely

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/06/18

Cancer treatment is already difficult enough without adding more hospital visits, more testing, and more delays. Yet many cancer therapies carry a significant risk of damaging the heart, forcing patients to undergo regular cardiac screening throughout their treatment journey. What if clinicians could monitor cardiac function with a simple wearable patch instead?In this episode of the Med Device Cyber Podcast, Christian Espinosa sits down with Ryan Neely, co-founder and CEO of Skribe Medical. Ryan

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48:37

Navigating U.S. Market Entry for MedTech Developers...

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/06/04

When you develop a groundbreaking medical device, you assume the engineering and clinical data will carry you across the finish line. The legal landscape of U.S. market entry involves layers of corporate traps that most innovators completely overlook. In this episode of the Med Device Cyber Podcast, Christian and Trevor sit down with JJ Amell, the founder of Amell Law, to unpack the complex realities of international corporate structuring, business immigration, and intellectual property

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40:28

The Psychology of Medical Device Security Awareness...

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/05/28

When you try to communicate cybersecurity risks to medical device manufacturers, do you feel like you are speaking ancient Hieroglyphics? You are not alone. In this episode of the Med Device Cyber Podcast, Christian and Trevor sit down with Shahbaz Ahmed, the Founder and CEO of Leadership Studi. Together, they explore the intersection of human psychology, cross-cultural leadership styles, and the massive awareness deficit currently facing global medical device cybersecurity.Shahbaz shares his unique

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47:47

The Age of Digital Health Humanity with Philippe Gerwill

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/05/21

Philippe Gerwill manages to be a board advisor for nearly 30 companies without losing his humanity. In this episode of the Med Device Cyber Podcast, Christian Espinosa sits down with the world-renowned futurist to discuss why “unlearning” is the most vital skill for today’s healthcare leaders. They explore the shift from traditional medicine to consumer-led health and why patients are flocking to ChatGPT regardless of what their doctors think!Philippe explains how he maintains a presence on close to

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42:02

Why MedTech Needs Specialists with Zoltan Kevei and...

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/05/14

Medical software is still underestimated by teams that think generic engineering habits will carry over cleanly into a regulated environment. They do not. The work gets harder when requirements, traceability, security, testing discipline, and approval timelines all collide.A stronger strategy starts earlier, uses specialists sooner, and avoids making AI or code velocity the headline when architectural quality and compliance readiness are what determine whether a product can truly ship.Episode

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40:59

Science Before Hype in MedTech Investing with Varun...

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/05/07

Early-stage MedTech gets riskier when investors confuse a compelling story with a credible device. Stronger diligence starts by testing whether the science is real, whether clinicians would actually use the product, and whether the company has thought seriously about regulatory fit, reimbursement logic, and engineering durability.That framework becomes even more important in neurotech, where public fascination can outrun the evidence base and where the difference between a breakthrough and a weak

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48:58

Why MedTech Needs More Than Approval with Michael...

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/04/30

A device can clear regulatory hurdles and still struggle commercially if the evidence is too narrow. MedTech companies need proof that speaks to affordability, care quality, operational impact, and long term value, not just technical performance.Market selection matters just as much. The same solution may fit the United States, the UK, Germany, or the Netherlands very differently because reimbursement models, provider incentives, and care delivery systems are not built the same way.Episode

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43:44

De-Risking Product Decisions in MedTech Startups with...

The Med Device Cyber Podcast ·

2026/04/23

Product decisions made during early development determine commercialization outcomes years later. Wrong choices about regulatory pathways, feature sets, and market segments create compounding problems limiting commercial success.Christian Espinosa and Trevor Slattery explore product management with Brent Lavin, Chief Product Catalyst of Ironwood MedTech Partners, covering why 510(k) pathways average four years while PMA programs require seven to nine years, and how feature set alignment shapes

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