• May 6, 2025

    158 | From Protocol to Practice: An Interview with Liana Mari-Gordon

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    In this episode, Liz Cumby is joined by Liana Mari-Gordon, an expert in mechanical engineering and surgical training, to discuss best practices throughout the clinical trial phase of medical devices. Liana shares her experiences of learning how what "looks good on paper" may need to be updated when the device is in the hands of a physician. They delve into the importance of standardizing training, capturing and sharing field data, and maintaining honest conversations about challenges and successes. The episode also highlights methods to implement continuous improvements and ensure best practices are disseminated across users.

  • March 5, 2025

    154 | Using Assessments to Prepare Reps with Dr. Varun Malhotra

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    Liz is joined by Dr. Varun Malhotra on the podcast this month to discuss clinical competency exams for clinical support reps. As both a practicing physician and an industry leader, he shares invaluable perspective on both how a rep should act in the OR and how companies should prepare reps to do so.