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2026 Agenda
Agenda
Thursday, June 4, 2026
InterContinental SF
12:30 p.m.
Conference Registration & Grab n’ Go Lunch
1:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Partnering Hall
1:00 p.m.
Opening Remarks
Andrea Linna and Elton Satusky, Wilson Sonsini
1:05 – 1:50 p.m.
C-Suite Shaping the Future of Medtech and Digital Health
In this panel, seasoned medtech and digital health executives will delve into the intricacies of executive leadership. Our distinguished speakers will share their experiences and discuss proven strategies for a range of critical topics, including setting visionary goals, leading transformative change, and building dynamic teams. The panel will also explore how to foster an innovative culture, effectively incubate new ideas, and maintain a balance among diverse stakeholder expectations.
Moderator:
Andrea Linna, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
Sandeep Akkaraju, Exo Imaging
Lyle Berkowitz, KeyCare
Gabriel Jones, Proprio
Lisa Suennen, American Heart Association Ventures
1:50 – 2:00 p.m.
Break
2:00 – 2:45 p.m.
IP & Patent Strategies for High-Growth Companies
Moderator:
Ali Alemozafar, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
Yina Dong, Veracyte
Mark Longo, Sirona Medical
Gabriel Sanchez, Enspectra Health
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
MTI Alumni Showcase
2:45 – 2:55 p.m.
Break
2:55 – 3:40 p.m.
How AI is Shaping Healthcare
Moderator:
Danielle Naftulin, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
Joe Cunningham, Santé Ventures
Amir Dan Rubin, Healthier Capital
Thomas Knox, VitVio
3:40 – 3:50 p.m.
Break
3:50 – 4:35 p.m.
The Evolving Landscape of National Security & Global Trade
As geopolitical concerns increasingly create hurdles for cross-border collaboration in biotechnology, maintaining visibility into evolving national security and trade requirements is critical for effective global partnering. During this session, we’ll discuss how developments ranging from the BIOSECURE Act and new DOJ data export rules to pharmaceutical tariffs and the FCC’s national security controls on hardware importation are impacting the medical device community—and how medical device companies are addressing those challenges.
Speakers:
Sophia Galleher, Wilson Sonsini
Joshua Gruenspecht, Wilson Sonsini
Anne Seymour, Wilson Sonsini
4:35 – 4:45 p.m.
Break
4:45 – 5:30 p.m.
Strategic Investments in Women’s Health
Moderator:
Lianna Whittleton, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
Kara Egan, Teal Health
Nada Hanafi, MedTech Strategy Advisors, LLC
Colby Holtshouse, May Health
Maneesh Jain, Mirvie
5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Opening Reception
Friday, June 5, 2026
InterContinental SF
8:00 – 8:45 a.m.
Rise & Connect: A Women’s Morning at MDC
8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Conference Registration and Continental Breakfast
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Partnering Hall
9:00 – 9:05 a.m.
Opening Remarks
Alex Key, Rob Parr, Eric Hsu, Wilson Sonsini
9:05 – 9:45 a.m.
Keynote Interview
Stephen Levin, editor-in-chief of MedTech Strategist/Market Pathways, will interview Mark Leahey, president and CEO of the Medical Device Manufacturers Association, on the shifting medtech policy landscape amid the global volatility and uncertainty in Washington.
9:05 – 9:45 a.m.
MTI Startup Showcase 1
9:45 – 10:00 a.m.
Break
10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Medtech & Digital Health by the Numbers
Join Jonathan Norris from HSBC Innovation and Jennie Xue from Goldman Sachs for an upbeat look at the momentum building in medtech and digital health. They will highlight 2025’s strong fundraising and deal activity and share why 2026 is expected to present exciting opportunities for companies to secure venture capital, form strategic partnerships, and successfully enter the public markets.
Speakers:
Jonathan Norris, HSBC Innovation
Jennie Xue, Goldman Sachs
10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
MTI Startup Showcase 2
10:45 – 11:00 a.m.
Break
11:00 – 11:45 p.m.
IPO Landscape: Executive Perspectives & Case Studies
Moderator:
Eric Hsu, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
John Farquhar, Heartflow
John McCutcheon, EBR Systems
Matthew Strom, Morgan Stanley
11:00 – 11:45 p.m.
MTI Startup Showcase 3
11:45 – 12:00 p.m.
Break
12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Navigating AI Risks and Considerations
Moderator:
Rob Parr, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
Sean K. Mehra, HealthTap
Jonathan Stevens, Anterior
12:00 – 12:45 p.m.
MTI Startup Showcase 4
12:45 – 1:30 p.m.
Lunch
1:30 – 2:15 p.m.
Enhancing Patient Care with Digital Health Platforms
Moderator:
Alex Key, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
Caitlin Cameron, OtoNexus Medical Technologies
Leo Petrossian, Kandu, Inc.
Noel Pugh, Lōvu Health
Sameer Jafri, Avive Solutions, Inc.
1:30 – 2:15 p.m.
MTI Startup Showcase 5
2:15 – 2:30 p.m.
Break
2:30 – 3:15 p.m.
The State of Medtech Investing: Strategic and Venture Perspectives
This panel brings together leading venture investors and strategic partners to discuss the current state of medtech investing, including where capital is flowing, how investment priorities are evolving, and what differentiates companies that receive funding. Drawing from both venture and corporate perspectives, the discussion will also explore how strategics evaluate partnership and acquisition opportunities, and what it takes for companies to position themselves for long-term success.
Moderator:
Brian Appel, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
Tamir Meiri, Johnson & Johnson – JJDC
Tracy Pappas, Treo Ventures
Suchira Sharma, Elevage Medical
2:30 – 3:15 p.m.
MTI Startup Showcase 6
3:15 – 3:30 p.m.
Break
3:30 – 4:10 p.m.
Keynote Fireside Chat
Christian Howell, CEO of Cognito Therapeutics, will discuss the responsibility that comes with hope in neurodegenerative disease, and why innovation must be measured not just by discovery but its ability to deliver durable, real-world impact for patients. Moderated by Mark Fitzgerald, partner at Wilson Sonsini, the discussion will explore how emerging approaches are redefining what meaningful progress looks like in brain health.
3:30 – 4:10 p.m.
MTI Startup Showcase 7
4:10 – 4:30 p.m.
Break
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
2026 MTI Vision Award Competition
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Venture Capital Uncorked: Wine Tasting
2026 Agenda-placeholder
Agenda
Thursday, June 4
12:30 p.m. Registration Opens
1:00 – 5:30 p.m. Partnering Hall
1:00 – 5:30 p.m. Thursday Sessions
5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Opening Reception
Friday, June 5
8:00 – 8:45 a.m. Rise & Connect: A Women’s Morning at MDC
8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Registration and Breakfast
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Partnering Hall
9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Friday Sessions and MTI Competition
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Venture Capital Uncorked: Wine Tasting
Full session agenda coming soon.
Overview-2026
Medical Device & Digital Health Conference
MDC 2026
Thursday, June 4 & Friday, June 5
InterContinental | San Francisco, CA
Join us for our 33rd Annual MDC, which features engaging panel sessions and keynote addresses, a Partnering Hall connecting attendees with start-ups and investors from around the globe, the MedTech Innovator pitch event, and a lively wine tasting reception where venture capitalists serve as sommeliers.
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Conference Fee: $1,400
Access to two days of programming
Pre-conference access to event app to schedule 1:1 Partnering Hall meetings
Two receptions, including Friday’s Venture Capital Uncorked: Wine Tasting
Keynote Interview
Friday, June 5 | 9:05 – 9:45 a.m.
Mark Leahey
President and CEO, Medical Device Manufacturers Association (MDMA)
Mark Leahey, President and CEO of the Medical Device Manufacturers Association (MDMA), leads advocacy efforts for innovative medtech companies, representing the industry before Congress, the FDA, CMS, and other federal and state agencies.
Keynote Fireside Chat
Friday, June 5 | 3:30 – 4:10 p.m.
Christian Howell
CEO, Cognito Therapeutics
Christian Howell, CEO of Cognito Therapeutics, is a medtech executive with over two decades of experience advancing innovative neurotechnology solutions from development through commercialization, with prior senior roles at Medtronic and Aetion, and a frequent speaker at forums including Harvard, MIT, and the G20.
Attendee Demographics
40%
Investors & Strategics
39%
Start-Ups
13%
Service Providers
8%
Academic & Other Industry Leaders
2026 Conference Themes:
MedTech & Digital Health by the Numbers
Driving Progress in Women’s Health
C-Suite Shaping the Future of MedTech and Digital Health
IPOs and Capital Investments
Investment Trends Shaping the Market
Navigating AI Risks and Considerations
MedTech M&A: Strategies for Growth
Understanding the Evolving Regulatory Landscaping
Leadership Insights from Medtech and Digital Health CEOs
Intellectual Property Strategies for High-Growth Companies
NEW: Social Media Toolkit
To maximize your experience at the Medical Device & Digital Health Conference, we’ve prepared a suite of social media tools for you. Whether you want to connect with peers, develop new relationships, or fill the seats for your presentations, announcing your attendance at the conference on social is a great way to get some buzz going!
Be sure to tag us and use the hashtag #MDC2026 so others can find and connect with you through posts
X (Twitter) | @wilsonsonsini
Facebook | @wilsonsonsini
Instagram | @wilson_sonsini
LinkedIn | Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
Voices from the MDC Community
“I’ve been attending the annual Wilson Sonsini Medical Device and Digital Health Conference now for about thirteen years, and I look forward to seeing my peers and people from all over the ecosystem that I know I can look forward to being here. Most importantly, I know that our startups who are coming in from all over the world are going to have access to some of the top investors and some of the other clinicians and people who are supporting these companies.”
– Paul Grand, MedTech Innovator
2026 Organizing Committee
Eric Hsu
Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Alex Key
Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Andrea Linna
Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Danielle Naftulin
Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Philip Oettinger
Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Rob Parr
Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Speakers 2026
Speakers
Lisa Suennen
Managing Partner
American Heart Association Ventures
Jonathan Stevens
VP, Commercial
Anterior
Sameer Jafri
CEO
Avive Solutions, Inc.
Christian Howell
CEO
Cognito Therapeutics
John McCutcheon
President & CEO
EBR Systems, Inc.
Suchira Sharma
Principal
Elevage Medical
Gabriel Sanchez
CEO
Enspectra Health
Sandeep Akkaraju
Founder & CEO
EXO Imaging
Jennie Xue
Managing Director
Goldman Sachs
Amir Dan Rubin
Founding Managing Partner & CEO
Healthier Capital
Sean Mehra
Founder & CEO
HealthTap
John Farquhar
President & CEO
Heartflow
Jonathan Norris
Managing Director
HSBC Innovation
Tamir Meiri
Principal
Johnson & Johnson – JJDC
Leo Petrossian
CEO
Kandu, Inc.
Lyle Berkowitz
Founder & Executive Chairman
KeyCare
Noel Pugh
Co-Founder & CEO
Lōvu Health
Colby Holtshouse
CEO
May Health
Mark Leahey
President & CEO
Medical Device Manufacturers Association
Stephen Levin
Managing Partner
& Editor-in-Chief
MedTech Strategist
Nada Hanafi
Founder & Manager
MedTech Strategy Advisors, LLC
Maneesh Jain
Co-Founder & CEO
Mirvie
Matthew Strom
Managing Director
Morgan Stanley
Caitlin Cameron
Chair & CEO
OtoNexus Medical Technologies
Gabriel Jones
Founder & CEO
Proprio
Joe Cunningham
Managing Director
Santé Ventures
Mark Longo
Chief Technology Innovation Officer
Sirona Medical
Kara Egan
Co-Founder & CEO
Teal Health
Tracy Pappas
General Partner
Treo Ventures
Yina Dong
VP, Deputy General Counsel
Veracyte
Thomas Knox
Founder & CEO
VitVio
Ali Alemozafar
Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Brian Appel
Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Mark Fitzgerald
Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Sophia Galleher
Associate
Wilson Sonsini
Joshua Gruenspecht
Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Eric Hsu
Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Alex Key
Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Andrea Linna
Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Danielle Naftulin
Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Rob Parr
Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Anne Seymour
Of Counsel
Wilson Sonsini
Lianna Whittleton
Partner
Wilson Sonsini
Details
Event Details
Parking
The hotel’s on-site valet parking is recommended. The parking rate is $91.20 plus tax. Enter off the alley from Minna St. or Howard St. For more hotel parking information, click here.
The closest public parking outside of the hotel is the Fifth & Mission/Yerba Buena Parking Garage.
Hotel Accommodations
We have contracted guest rooms at discounted pricing at the InterContinental SF. Your conference preferential hotel room rate is $279 and is guaranteed on a first come, first served basis until Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
For room reservations, book online or call the InterContinental SF at 415-616-6500 and reference the “Wilson Sonsini MDC 2026”.
Please note that the rate showing on the website is $314. This includes a $35.00 urban fee that is automatically applied and will be waived at check-in. The contracted rate is $279 plus tax.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations can be processed online using your confirmation number before Monday, May 18, 2026. After this point, refund requests must be made via email. Early bird registrants will be reimbursed minus a $200 admin fee.
Conference App & Partnering Hall
The Partnering Hall feature of the conference web app provides personalized opportunities for investors and large Medtech companies to meet with start-ups looking for investment, partnering, and acquisition opportunities.
- All Attendees can integrate their LinkedIn Profile, explore sessions and materials, network via in-app messaging, and pre-schedule meetings
- Investors can access detailed executive summaries from start-ups attending the conference
- Start-Up Companies can upload an executive summary, showcase their innovative technology, and indicate investment/partnering interests
Details on how to access the app will come in May.
NEW: Social Media Toolkit
To maximize your experience at the Medical Device & Digital Health Conference, we’ve prepared a suite of social media tools for you. Whether you want to connect with peers, develop new relationships, or fill the seats for your presentations, announcing your attendance at the conference on social is a great way to get some buzz going!
Be sure to tag us and use the hashtag #MDC2026 so others can find and connect with you through posts
X (Twitter) | @wilsonsonsini
Facebook | @wilsonsonsini
Instagram | @wilson_sonsini
LinkedIn | Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
Social Media Toolkit
Social Media Toolkit
To maximize your experience at the Medical Device & Digital Health Conference, we’ve prepared a suite of social media tools for you. Whether you want to connect with peers, develop new relationships, or fill the seats for your presentations, announcing your attendance at the conference on social is a great way to get some buzz going!
Be sure to tag us and use the hashtag #MDC2026 so others can find and connect with you through posts:
X (Twitter) | @wilsonsonsini
Facebook | @wilsonsonsini
Instagram | @wilson_sonsini
LinkedIn | Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
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Registration
Registration will open in April 2026.
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2026 MedTech Innovator
MedTech Innovator
Applications are now open for the 2026 MedTech Innovator program! Startups developing transformative
medtech and life science innovations are encouraged to apply by December 1, 2025. Learn more and apply here: https://medtechinnovator.org/program/
All companies selected for MedTech Innovator’s 2026 cohort will present in an investor showcase at MDC on June 5, 2026. Each company will receive one complimentary registration to the conference. Acceptance in the accelerator is the ONLY way to present at the conference, so be sure to apply for this opportunity now.
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650 Page Mill Road
Palo Alto, CA 94304-1050
650-493-9300
2025 Agenda
Agenda
Thursday, June 5, 2025
InterContinental
San Francisco, CA
12:00 p.m.
Conference Registration
1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Partnering Hall
1:00 p.m.
Opening Remarks
By Philip Oettinger and Andrea Linna, Wilson Sonsini
1:05 – 1:50 p.m.
Medtech & Digital Health by the Numbers
Join Jonathan Norris from HSBC Innovation and Jennie Xuie from Guggenheim Partners as they look back at 2024’s medtech and digital health fundraising and M&A deals. In addition, learn how 2025 is shaping up for medtech and digital health companies looking to access venture capital, corporate partnerships, and the public markets.
Speakers:
Jonathan Norris, HSBC Innovation
Jennie Xue, Guggenheim Partners
1:50 – 2:00 p.m.
Break
2:00 – 2:45 p.m.
Future of Bioelectric Medicine and Digital Health Platforms
Join us for an engaging discussion with life sciences leaders on the future of biomedicine and promising advancements in personalized medicine and remote monitoring. Learn how groundbreaking research and technology are advancing a more holistically personalized experience, empowering patients with new digital health tools and offering hope for the future.
Moderator:
Philip Oettinger, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
Kirsten Carroll, Kandu Inc.
Conor Hanley, Foundry Innovation & Research (Fire 1)
Deanna Harshbarger, Cala Health
Murthy Simhambhatla, SetPoint Medical
Regulatory Updates: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) & Navigating Regulatory Uncertainties and the Need for Early Evidence Generation
Join industry leaders and experts at this educational session where they will discuss real-world examples, industry trends, common pitfalls, and strategies for enhancing chances of success before and after U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorization.
Speakers:
Tracy Baroni Allmon, Magnolia Market Access
Eva Yin, Wilson Sonsini
2:45 – 2:55 p.m.
Break
2:55 – 3:40 p.m.
Commercialization Strategies for Medical Device and Digital Health Companies
Join industry veterans as they share effective go-to-market strategies for product commercialization, branding, and marketing, as well as insights on how to avoid common pitfalls as you gear up for a successful commercial launch.
Moderator:
Christine Au-Yeung, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
Mike Kijewski, MedCrypt
Sean Mehra, HealthTap
Arna Ionescu Stoll, Wavely Diagnostics
Learn from Wilson Sonsini: Digital Health Regulatory Legal Updates
This panel explores the latest legal developments for digital health companies—including corporate practice of medicine restrictions, online prescribing, telehealth requirements, AI-specific guidance, and enforcement actions—and discusses what companies need to know to stay legally compliant while scaling innovation. Andrea Linna from Wilson Sonsini’s Digital Health practice and Tracy Shapiro from Wilson Sonsini’s Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity Practice will share insights from their extensive experience helping clients navigate the complex web of healthcare regulations.
Speaker:
Andrea Linna, Wilson Sonsini
Tracy Shapiro, Wilson Sonsini
3:40 – 3:50 p.m.
Break
3:50 – 4:35 p.m.
Leadership at the Forefront: A Dialogue with Digital Health CEOs, Founders, and Investors
This panel features seasoned digital health CEOs, founders, and investors delving into the intricacies of executive leadership. Our distinguished speakers will share their experiences and discuss proven strategies for a range of critical topics, including setting visionary goals, leading transformative change, and building dynamic teams. The panel will also explore how to foster an innovative culture, effectively incubate new ideas, and maintain a balance among varied stakeholder expectations.
Moderator:
Andrea Linna, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
Sami Inkinen, Virta Health
Munjal Shah, Hippocratic AI
Joanna Strober, Midi Health
Michael Yang, OMERS Ventures
The Private Company Compensation Playbook
Join industry experts for a strategic discussion on compensation and legal strategies for private medical device and digital health companies. Backed by real-time data and market insights, this session will cover current compensation trends on equity, cash, options pool and more. Whether you are a founder, executive or investor, this session covers what you need to know on how fundraising impacts compensation, planning for dilution and how to design a compensation plan that supports your business.
Moderator:
Morgan Thelander, J.Thelander Consulting
Panelists:
Jody Thelander, J.Thelander Consulting
Michael Klippert, Wilson Sonsini
4:35 – 4:45 p.m.
Break
4:45 – 5:25 p.m.
The Current Status of Medtech Innovation
Join us for an engaging discussion featuring and industry luminary Jay Watkins from Sonder Capital; seasoned venture capitalist and medical device executive Andrew Weiss; and Clayton Hall, Executive Vice President of Government Affairs at the Medical Device Manufacturers Association (MDMA). The trio will share insights on the current state of medtech innovation and the current administration’s impact on the medical device community.
Moderator:
Danielle Naftulin, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
Jay Watkins, Sonder Capital
Andrew Weiss, Sofinnova Partners
Clayton Hall, Medical Device Manufacturers Association
Patent Strategies for Emerging Commercial Growth Companies
This session will feature patents and innovations experts providing valuable insights into the relevance and value of developing patent strategies essential to the success of emerging growth private and public companies in the medical device and healthtech space, including best practices and case studies.
Speakers:
Matt Bresnahan, Wilson Sonsini
Ellie Han, Wilson Sonsini
Christopher LiPuma, Fortress Investment Group
5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Opening Reception
Friday, June 6, 2025
InterContinental
San Francisco, CA
7:00 – 8:30 a.m.
Conference Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Partnering Hall
8:00 a.m.
Opening Remarks
By James Huie, Rob Parr, and Eric Hsu, Wilson Sonsini
8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Stanford Biodesign: Training the Future Leaders of Healthcare Innovation
The Biodesign Innovation Fellowship is at the heart of Stanford Biodesign’s circle of impact. Biodesign Innovation Fellows learn a proven, repeatable process for identifying important unmet health-related needs; inventing innovative diagnostics, devices, pharma, or other health technologies to address them; and preparing to bring those products into patient care through start-up, corporate, or other implementation channels. At this session, four Innovation Fellowship teams will share their presentations with investors, entrepreneurs, and the greater healthtech community.
Introduction by Gordon Saul, Stanford Mussallem Center for Biodesign
8:00 – 8:30 a.m.
Latest and Greatest on Equity Compensation
This session will cover topics such as when private companies should consider using restricted stock units (RSUs) versus options, the benefits and drawbacks of “stay in seat” versus “portable” RSUs, different types of special equity awards, and how to permit employees to make elections between options and cash.
Speaker:
Michael Klippert, Wilson Sonsini
8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
Navigating Antitrust Challenges in Business Exits: Strategies for Success
Gain an understanding of critical antitrust considerations when preparing for a business exit. Wilson Sonsini Antitrust partner Brendan Coffman will break down strategies for navigating antitrust hurdles posed by established competitors, including exclusivity deals, supply chain challenges, and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to ensure a smooth exit while staying compliant and competitive.
Speakers:
Brendan Coffman, Wilson Sonsini
Catherine Peterson, Wilson Sonsini
9:00 – 9:10 a.m.
Break
9:10 – 9:55 a.m.
Early Medtech Investing
Join a group of early-stage investors as they discuss the inner workings of early-stage investments. Learn about key areas of interest in typical medtech deals, as well as the process and timing involved in closing an early-stage round, particularly in today’s economic environment.
Moderator:
Eric Hsu, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
Bill Carpou, Octane
Amit Garg, Tau Ventures
Gary Gershony, BayMed Venture Partners
Cynthia Yee, Vensana Capital
MTI Open Rounds Investor Showcase 1
9:55 – 10:05 a.m.
Break
10:05 – 10:50 a.m.
Keynote Interview
Watch industry luminaries in action as David Cassak of Medtech Strategist conducts an intimate interview with Todd Brinton of Edwards Life Sciences. They will discuss their shared experiences, insights, and thoughts on the current landscape and future trends impacting the life sciences industry.
Speakers:
Todd Brinton, Edwards Lifesciences
David Cassak, MedTech Strategist
MTI Open Rounds Investor Showcase 2
10:50 – 11:00 a.m.
Break
11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Strategic Investments in Medtech
Gain insights from a panel of life sciences leaders as they share their knowledge about the current medical device market and where they see strategic investment opportunities in 2025.
Moderator: Brian Appel, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
Jay Azevedo, Stryker
Jinny Lee, Edwards Lifesciences
Tamir Meiri, Johnson & Johnson Innovation
Gowri Raman, Medtronic
11:00 – 12:00 p.m.
MTI Open Rounds Investor Showcase 3
11:45 – 12:45 p.m.
Lunch
12:45 – 1:30 p.m.
AI Trends in Healthcare
Join industry leaders as they discuss the latest breakthroughs and future of AI in healthcare.
Moderator: Barath Chari, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
Carl Bate, Evidium
Andrew Gostine, Artisight
Preetha Ram, Pier70 Ventures
William Stadtlander, Viz.ai
MTI Open Rounds Investor Showcase 4
1:30 – 1:40 p.m.
Break
1:40 – 2:25 p.m.
At the Intersection of Digital Health & Medical Device
Medical devices are increasingly paired with digital health tools that share data, enhance monitoring, and improve patient outcomes. Panelists from innovative medtech companies will discuss how they’re integrating digital health into their devices, navigating regulatory and technical challenges, and shaping the future of connected care.
Introduction by Andrea Linna, Wilson Sonsini
Moderator:
Anne DeGheest, HealthTech Capital
Speakers:
Alicia Chong Rodriguez, Bloomer Tech
Connor Landgraf, Eko
Bobby Reddy, Prenosis
MTI Open Rounds Investor Showcase 5
2:25 – 2:35 p.m.
Break
2:35 – 3:20 p.m.
Medtech M&A: Trends and Strategies for Successfully Navigating the Current Market
Gain insights from panelists with a broad range of diverse experience as they share their perspectives on the M&A market for medical device and other medtech companies, including how the current economic and investment landscapes are impacting the structure, terms, timelines, and likelihood of M&A transactions.
Moderator:
Jason Breen, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
Lucas Buchanan, Buchanan Ventures
Ehsan Jabbarzadeh, IAG Capital Partners
Leo Reif, Jefferies Healthcare Investment Banking
MTI Open Rounds Investor Showcase 6
3:20 – 3:30 p.m.
Break
3:30 – 4:15 p.m.
Late-Stage Venture Capital Investments
Gain insights from a panel of investors as they share their knowledge regarding late-stage venture capital, including the current investment landscape, investment strategies, portfolio management, and market opportunities.
Moderator:
Elton Satusky, Wilson Sonsini
Speakers:
Steph Scott, Questa Capital
Suchira Sharma, Elevage Medical
Chris Shen, Novo Holdings
Susan Stimson, KCK Medtech
4:15 – 4:30 p.m.
Break
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
MedTech Innovator Impact Award Competition
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Venture Capital Uncorked: Wine Tasting