In this episode of DeviceTalks Weekly, Dr. Vishwa Srivastava shares his unique journey to leading one of the more dynamic surgical robotics companies in MedTech.

Dr. Srivastava’s path takes him across disciplines and geographies from anthropology to medicine. He discusses the founding of SS Innovations, which has developed the Mantra series of surgical robotics systems that the company hopes can make a robotic surgery more accessible and affordable. Dr. Srivastava emphasizes the importance of telesurgery and the future of surgical robotics, highlighting the challenges and innovations in the field.

Host Tom Salemi opens this episode with MassDevice Editor Chris Newmarker to review some of the top stories in MedTech over the past two weeks including – Olympus, Solventum, Boston Scientific, DePuy Synthes, and Hologic.

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• (00:07:23) - How Olympus views ‘different’ Swan EndoSurgical surgical robotics play
• (00:09:14) - Boston Scientific to acquire Nalu Medical for $533M
• (00:12:25) - Johnson & Johnson to separate DePuy Synthes Orthopaedics business
• (00:15:48) - Solventum hires Baxter EVP and COO Heather Knight for new C-suite role
• (00:18:26) - Hologic to be acquired by private equity firms Blackstone, TPG for up to $18.3B
• (00:25:22) - Keynote Interview, Vishwa Srivastava, MD - President & COO - South Asia
• (00:50:00) - Why did SS Innovations International need to be started.
• (01:09:00) - The case for surgical robotics
• (01:22:02) - Is telesurgery necessary?

In this episode of DeviceTalks Weekly, the DeviceTalks West on-site crew – Tom Salemi, Kayleen Brown, and Jim Hammerand – share their favorite moments and lessons of the two-day event. We’ll talk about keynotes, hot technologies, and the power of having and being a mentor. Thank you to our amazing sponsors, speakers, and attendees!

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See how ambulatory endoscopy centers (AECs) are reshaping GI care—combining independent physicians’ personal investment with “nimble” innovation and improved patient access.

In this episode, Olympus’ Director of Strategic Marketing for GI Diane Locher, joins Dr. Nalini Guda of GI Associates and Dr. Neil Parikh of CTGI & GI Alliance to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities of AECs. Learn how these centers streamline procedures, foster team-based care, and rapidly adopt new technologies, all while tackling access deserts and supporting physician well-being.

Chapter 1: Meet the Guests

• Diane Locher shares her journey to Olympus and her focus on supporting AECs.

• Dr. Nalini Guda and Dr. Neil Parikh introduce their backgrounds, independent practice models, and what drew them to GI.

Chapter 2: Defining AECs

• What sets AECs apart from traditional ASCs and hospitals?

• How “skin in the game” or independence drives efficiency, ownership, and patient-centered care.

• The importance of nimbleness and adaptability in adopting new technologies.

Chapter 3: Access, Innovation, and Teamwork

• Tackling “colonoscopy deserts” and improving patient access.

• The team approach: physicians, nurses, anesthesiologists, and staff working toward a single goal.

• How AECs serve as “innovation playgrounds” for piloting new GI technologies.

Chapter 4: Burnout, Well-being, and Technology

• Physician burnout and how independent models help mitigate it.

• The role of ambient listening and AI-powered documentation in streamlining workflow.

• Training, onboarding, and staff support as critical components of AEC success.

Chapter 5: The Future of GI in AECs

• Expanding the menu of procedures: from colorectal screening to endobariatrics and pancreaticobiliary care.

• The evolving partnership between industry, physicians, and healthcare systems.

• Advocacy and support to enable broader access.

For more episodes by OlympusTalks, please visit olympusamerica.com/podcasts.

This podcast has been paid for by Olympus Corporation of the Americas. The views and experiences shared are those of Dr. Nalini Guda and Dr. Neil Parikh, paid consultants of Olympus Corporation and its affiliates. Olympus makes no representations regarding the accuracy or applicability of the content and disclaims all liability arising from its use. Product performance may vary, and techniques, instruments, and clinical decisions are unique to each facility and practitioner. Always refer to the Instructions for Use (IFU) and applicable labeling for guidance, risks, and cautions.

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