Med-Ex The Medical Extrusion Podcast
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Unboxing the Future of MedTech: BiVACOR'S Artificial Heart and OBVIUS Robotics' CERTA System
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson and William Cohn, MD
Balloon Tubing Extrusions and Balloon Forming with Anant Hegde, CTO of Medeologix
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Steve Maxson sits with Anant Hegde, CTO of Medeologix, to discuss his expertise in balloon tubing and complex extrusions. Medeologix ...
MedTech Unboxed: Christopher Haig, President at Efemoral Medical
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new MedTech Unboxed episode is out now with Christopher Haig, President of Efemoral Medical, a company developing bioresorbable scaffolds for treati...
Three Generations of Precision: Micro-Tek’s Role in Medical Wire & Tubing Innovation
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Steve sits down with Brian Gordon, President of Micro-Tek Corporation to discuss their role in medical wire and tubing innovationHost/ Producer: Steve...
Innovating Thin-wall & Multi-lumen Extrusions
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Steve chats with Matt Bills, President of Renegade Medical Extrusion, about his entrepreneurial journey in MedTech, innovative extrusion technologies,...
Polymer Material and Process Selection Criteria for Medical Devices
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Steve sits with Tilak M. Shah to explore the fascinating world of polymer chemistry and its impact on medical device performance and ...
Why Tensile Specification Is Important For Balloon Tubing
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Steve talks with Farhad Sadeghi, the founder and lead polymer scientist at Analytical Polymers. They dive deep into the world of biom...
The Next Generation of Intravascular Lithotripsy for Treating Vascular Calcification
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we’re joined by Scott Nelson, CEO of FastWave Medical, to dive into the next generation of Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) technolog...
Precision Laser Material Processing
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this exciting episode of the Med-Ex Podcast, we’re joined by Jakob Dohse from MeKo Manufacturing, a global leader in high-precision laser materia...
Selecting TPU For Medical Device Applications
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Steve sits down with Jennifer Green, Sr. Global Technical Business Development Manager at Lubrizol Advanced Materials. Jennifer is he...
In-House Medical Device Development and Manufacturing
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Steve talks with Jason Scherer, the Founder and CEO of VitaTek, the largest private medical device manufacturer in Minnesota. VitaTek...
The Art of Catheter Secondary Processing
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are thrilled to host Brooke Gove, a Sales Engineer at Rose Medical, a leading ISO 13485 certified contract manufacturing company s...
Electrospinning For Cardiovascular Applications
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we have Noel Davison, PhD, the Director of Business Development at VIVOLTA BV, join us from The Netherlands. VIVOLTA is at the forefr...
Engineered Metal Coating Solutions
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are thrilled to host Ross Peterson, Chief Business Development Officer at ProPlate®. ProPlate® is renowned for its engineered co...
Over-Molded Radiopaque Catheter Tips
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on the Med-Ex Podcast as we talk with Brett Lenz, Director of Engineering at Plastic Design Company (PDC). PDC is a specialty manufacturing c...
Advancements in Fluoropolymer Extrusion
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, our guest Andreas Perjus, the Chief Technology Officer of Optinova Group, provides exclusive insights into the company's cutting-edge...
Custom Stent & Frame Covering
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the intricate world of Custom Stent & Frame Covering with our esteemed guest, Chris Steadham, General Manager of Me...
Polyurethanes for Medical Device Applications
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Med-Ex Podcast, we welcome Ajay Padsalgikar, a Technical Director at Biolinq, renowned for his expertise in plastics and polyur...
The Art of Precision Laser Cutting and Welding of Hypotubes
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the world of precision laser cutting and welding of hypotubes with Nick Zabobini and Jay Vinson, co-founders of Symmetry...
High Lubricity Multi Layer Catheter Tubing
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest this episode is Basker Lalgudi, Business Manager – High Performance Polymers for Medical Devices at Evonik Corporation. We explore the cu...
Silicone Solutions in Medical Device Manufacturing
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on the Med-Ex podcast as we delve into the world of medical device manufacturing with industry leaders Chad Karwoski and Chad Freestone from F...
Helically Wound Hose and Aptyx’s Rebranding with Martin Forrester and Beth Harrison Meyer of Aptyx
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Steve welcomes Beth Harrison Meyer, Global VP of Marketing, and Martin Forrester, R&D Technical Manager at Aptyx, a contract manu...
Catheter Shaft and Delivery System Design with Damian Carr of Eyedea MedTech Consulting
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we have Damian Carr, the founder of Eyedea Medtech Consulting, based in Galway, Ireland.Eyedea Medtech Consulting offers design servi...
How AP Technologies Evolved From An Extruder Of IV Catheter Tubing To A Full Service Supplier Of Technical Extrusions And Catheter Assemblies
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest is Charles Tang, the dynamic CEO, and Founder of AP Technologies. Charles discusses how AP Technologies evolved from an extruder of IV c...
Nitinol For Medical Devices with Jose Maeso of Lighteum
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're excited to have Jose Maeso, CTO and Co-Founder of Lighteum, joining us to explore the fascinating subject of Nitinol for medica...
Supply Chain Dynamics, Heat Shrink Tubing & Innovative Solutions for Jacketing Laser Cut Hypotubes with David Schnur of DSA
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're focusing on supply chain dynamics, heat shrink tubing, and innovation solutions for jacketing laser cut hypotubes. Our guest is...
Robotic-assisted Catheters and Endoscopes with Joe Bogusky of Intuitive Surgical
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 2 of the Med-Ex Podcast! In our opening episode, we explore the fascinating world of robotic-assisted catheters and endoscopes with ...
Season 1 Finale: Follow Up with Joe Rowan of Junkosha
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the season 1 finale, Steve Maxson and Joe Rowan, Junkosha, sit down for a follow up on the availability PTFE Liners and FEP heat shrink tubing. Lis...
Laser Processing with Kevin Hartke of Resonetics
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson discusses laser processing with Kevin Hartke, Chief Technology Officer at Resonetics. Kevin and Steve dive into the laser technologies av...
High and Low Friction Micro Surfaces with Ralph Hulseman of Hoowaki
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson discuss solving challenging grip or slip problems by adding micro surfaces to components and devices with Ralph Hulseman, President and C...
Thermoplastic Tubing & Polyimide Tubing with Adam Sutton of Keystone Medical Technologies
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Steve talks with Adam Sutton, Founder/CEO of Keystone Medical Technologies about thermoplastic tubing and Polyimide tubing.Keystone Me...
Extrusion Control Platforms with John Brunelle of ProSystems Integration
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson sits down with John Brunelle, President of ProSystems Integration to discuss Extrusion Control Platforms including discrete and touchscre...
Medical Extrusion With Norbert Ansay of High Performance Medical Solutions (HPMS)
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson Speaks with Norbert Ansay, R&D Manager at High Performance Medical Solutions (HPMS), a Proterial Cable America Company about medical ...
Design Platforms for Deflectable Tip, Single-Use Endoscopes with Alan Iranian of Biomerics
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson talks single-use endoscopes with Alan Iranian, Director of Endoscopic Steerable Catheters at Biomerics. The discuss the basic constructio...
Applying Polymeric Covers to Stents and Laser Cut Hypotubes with Elad Einav of Medibrane
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Steve is discussing applying polymeric covers to stents and laser cut hypotubes with our guest Elad Einav, CEO of Medibrane based in ...
Low Friction Alternative Materials with Jonathan Jurgaitis, Spectrum Plastics Group
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Due to the global shortage of PTFE a lot of contract manufacturers such as Spectrum Plastics Group are working on alternatives. Steve Maxson discusses...
Innovations in PTFE Coatings for Mandrels, Pull Wires and Hypotubes with Erik Wendehost, of Applied Plastics
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Steve sits with Erik Wendehost, Director of Sales at Applied Plastics, to discuss innovations in PTFE coating for mandrels, pull wires and hypotubes A...
Balloon Technologies with Dan Kasprzyk of Poba Medical
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson discusses balloon technologies with Dan Kasprzyk, Founder and CEO of Poba Medical. Dan discusses Poba Medicals relationship with chamfr™...
Polymeric Materials for Implantable Medical Devices with Katia Tkatchouk, PhD of Edwards Lifesciences
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson discusses polymers for implantable devices, vitro-in vivo testing, biomaterials development roadblocks, antimicrobial agents and polymers...
Medical Extrusion with Tyler Ware of GenX Medical
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Steve sits with Tyler Ware, Owner and President, of GenX Medical to discuss some of the unique challenges and opportunities associated with medical ex...
Medical Plastics Supply Chain Update from Nate Doyle of Compounding Solutions
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson talks with Nate Doyle, VP of Sales and Marketing, at Compounding Solutions to get an update on the current supply chain of medical plasti...
Applying Hydrophilic Lubricious Coatings to the Inner Lumens of Catheter Tubing with Dr. Bob Hergenrother of Biocoat
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson discusses applying hydrophilic lubricious coatings to the inner lumens of catheter tubing with Dr. Bob Hergenrother, VP of Research at Bi...
Complex Extrusion for Medical Devices with Patrick Daly of Biomerics
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson discusses medical extrusion for medical devices with Patrick Daly, Director of Extrusion at Biomerics. They discuss multi-lumen extrusion...
Additive Manufacturing for Medical Devices with Drew Richardson of Resolution Medical
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steve discusses additive manufacturing for medical devices with Drew Richardson, Director of Additive and Component Development at Resolution Medical....
Silicone Medical Extrusion with Paul Mazelin of Simedex
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson discusses silicone extrusion for medical devices with Paul Mazelin, CEO of Simedex. Paul dives into some of the differences between silic...
Early-stage Medical Device Development with Jordan Mykleby of Merge Medical
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson discusses early-stage medical device development with Jordan Mykleby, Vice President of Merge Medical.Merge is a medical device studio th...
Designing Deflectable & Steerable Catheter Shafts with Ross Paulson of Midwest Interventional Systems
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson discusses deflectable and steerable catheters with Ross Paulson, VP Engineering and Design Services at Midwest Interventional Systems. Th...
Polymers & Compounds for Medical Devices with Amar Nilajkar of Foster
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson discusses polymers and compounds for medical devices with Amar Nilajkar, VP of Business Development at Foster. Amar goes into detail on t...
Innovative Collaboration and Heuristic Development with Ido Sadan of Coramaze Technology
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson interviews Ido Sadan, R&D Manager at Coramaze Technologies base in Petach Tikva, Israelabout the online collaboration community, Medt...
Medical Balloons with Teddy Mudge of Hoop Medical Part 2
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson discusses medical balloons with Teddy Mudge, Founder and Managing Director of Hoop Medical.Hoop Medical specializes in the development an...
Medical Balloons with Teddy Mudge of Hoop Medical Part 1
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson discusses medical balloons with Teddy Mudge, Founder and Managing Director of Hoop Medical.Hoop Medical specializes in the development an...
Update On The Availability Of PTFE Liners and FEP Heat Shrink Tubing with Joe Rowan of Junkosha USA
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson discusses the supply chain of PTFE Liners and FEP heat shrink tubing and expansion activities with Junkosha USA’s President and CEO, Jo...
Transforming Extrusion From An Art To A Science with Braulio Polanco of Systematic Extrusion
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Maxson discusses transforming extrusion from an art to a science with Systematic Extrusion’s CEO, Braulio Polanco.Systematic Extrusion is the ...