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Interview with Dr. Alexander Truesdell

Dr. Alexander Truesdell, an Army combat veteran, offers a fresh perspective on the hard and soft skills that you need in medical practice.

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Interview with Dr. Alexander Truesdell

Dr. Alexander Truesdell, an Army combat veteran, offers a fresh perspective on the hard and soft skills that you need in medical practice.

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Interview with Dr. Lorenzo Azzalini

Dr. Lorenzo Azzalini shares his approach to complex coronary cases, clinical research, and training future cardiologists.

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Interview with Dr. Lorenzo Azzalini

Dr. Lorenzo Azzalini shares his approach to complex coronary cases, clinical research, and training future cardiologists.

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Interview with Dr. Lorenzo Azzalini

Dr. Lorenzo Azzalini shares his approach to complex coronary cases, clinical research, and training future cardiologists.

FastWave Medical IVL technology featured on USA Today

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Drs. Lee and Kaki share their perspectives on innovative therapies, including intravascular lithotripsy, that are positively impacting cardiovascular care.

Early glimpses of next-generation advancements by FastWave Medical promise to advance IVL technology so that even more patients can benefit from this breakthrough technology.

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Drs. Lee and Kaki share their perspectives on innovative therapies, including intravascular lithotripsy, that are positively impacting cardiovascular care.

Early glimpses of next-generation advancements by FastWave Medical promise to advance IVL technology so that even more patients can benefit from this breakthrough technology.

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Drs. Lee and Kaki share their perspectives on innovative therapies, including intravascular lithotripsy, that are positively impacting cardiovascular care.

Early glimpses of next-generation advancements by FastWave Medical promise to advance IVL technology so that even more patients can benefit from this breakthrough technology.

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FastWave Reports Positive 30-Day Results in First-in-Human IVL Study

As featured in MassDevice, study evidence supported early safety and feasibility of FastWave's peripheral IVL system.

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FastWave Reports Positive 30-Day Results in First-in-Human IVL Study

As featured in MassDevice, study evidence supported early safety and feasibility of FastWave's peripheral IVL system.

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The Next Wave of Intravascular Lithotripsy: A Panel Interview on Advances in Treating Calcific PAD

As covered by Endovascular Today, A panel interview with Drs. Arthur Lee, Amir Kaki, Miguel Montero-Baker, Venkatesh Ramaiah, and Peter Schneider, on advances in treating calcific PAD with IVL.

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The Next Wave of Intravascular Lithotripsy: A Panel Interview on Advances in Treating Calcific PAD

As covered by Endovascular Today, A panel interview with Drs. Arthur Lee, Amir Kaki, Miguel Montero-Baker, Venkatesh Ramaiah, and Peter Schneider, on advances in treating calcific PAD with IVL.

FastWave Medical featured on VentureBeat

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FastWave Medical: A promising intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) startup in an $8.5 billion cardiovascular market

VentureBeat highlights the rapid progress that the FastWave team has made since we started the company in 2021.

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FastWave Medical: A promising intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) startup in an $8.5 billion cardiovascular market

VentureBeat highlights the rapid progress that the FastWave team has made since we started the company in 2021.

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FastWave Issued Sixth Utility Patent for its IVL Portfolio

FastWave Medical has announced the issuance of its sixth utility patent by the USPTO, the fourth patent the company has been granted this year.

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FastWave Medical Adds Sixth Patent to Its Next-Generation IVL Portfolio

As covered by Medical Alley, clinical-stage medical device company further strengthens its intellectual property position with a new patent from the USPTO for FastWave’s advanced intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) technology.

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FastWave Medical Granted Sixth Utility Patent for IVL System

As featured in Vascular News, FastWave Medical has announced the issuance of its sixth utility patent. This is the fourth patent the company has been granted this year.

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FastWave Medical Granted Sixth Utility Patent for IVL System

As covered in Interventional News, FastWave has announced the issuance of its sixth utility patent by the USPTO.

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FastWave Medical Secures Sixth Patent for IVL Portfolio

As featured in MassDevice, FastWave announced the sixth patent for its intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) technology for treating calcific artery disease.

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FastWave Medical Adds Sixth Patent to Its Next-Generation IVL Portfolio

FastWave Medical, a developer in advanced intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) technology, announced the issuance of its sixth utility patent by the USPTO.

FastWave Medical Dr. Amir Kaki op-ed for Cardiovascular News

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Business Insights for Young Cardiologists

Dr. Amir Kaki shares insights from seasoned cardiologists and vascular surgeons based on FastWave fellows-themed interviews.

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5 Physician Thought Leaders Share Their Advice for Breaking Into Clinical Research

Based on a few FastWave fellows-themed interviews, Dr. Art Lee brings together insights from seasoned cardiologists and vascular surgeons.

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Drs. Lee and Kaki share their perspectives on innovative therapies, including intravascular lithotripsy, that are positively impacting cardiovascular care.

Early glimpses of next-generation advancements by FastWave Medical promise to advance IVL technology so that even more patients can benefit from this breakthrough technology.

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FastWave Reports 30-Day FIH Data on Peripheral IVL Technology

As featured in Vascular News, FastWave has announced the 30-day results of its FIH study using its differentiated peripheral IVL technology.

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FastWave Announces Successful 30-Day FIH Data on Peripheral IVL Technology

FastWave has announced the 30-day results of its first-in-human study using the company’s differentiated peripheral intravascular lithotripsy technology.

Interventional News coverage of FastWave 30-day results for IVL study

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FastWave Medical Announces Successful 30-Day First-in-Human Data on Peripheral IVL Technology

As covered in Interventional News, FastWave's prospective, single-arm study assess the safety and feasibility of the its IVL system in patients with peripheral arterial disease affecting the superficial femoral artery (SFA) and popliteal artery with moderate to severe calcium.

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FastWave’s IVL System FIH Study Reveals 30-Day Data

As covered by Endovascular Today, FastWave Medical announced the 30-day results of its first-in-human (FIH) study using the company’s peripheral intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) technology.

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FastWave Announces Successful 30-Day Results from First-in-Human Study

FastWave’s peripheral IVL platform showcases promising 30-day results in the first-in-human study demonstrating safety and feasibility in patients with moderate to severe calcified obstructive disease in the superficial femoral and popliteal arteries.

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FastWave Reports Positive 30-Day Results in First-in-Human IVL Study

As featured in MassDevice, study evidence supported early safety and feasibility of FastWave's peripheral IVL system.

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FastWave's Peripheral IVL Platform Showcases Promising 30-Day Results in the First-in-Human Study

As covered in Cath Lab Digest, this study demonstrates FastWave IVL technology's safety and feasibility in patients with moderate to severe calcific disease in the superficial femoral and popliteal arteries.

FastWave Medical picks up fifth IVL patent - massdevice

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FastWave Medical Picks Up Another IVL Patent

As featured in MassDevice, FastWave Medical announced that the USPTO issued it another intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) utility patent.

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FastWave Medical Receives Fifth Utility Patent

As featured in Vascular News, FastWave has been issued its fifth utility patent by the USPTO.

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FastWave Medical Granted Fifth Utility Patent

FastWave Medical, which is developing advanced intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) technology, achieves a significant milestone with the issuance of its fifth utility patent by the USPTO.

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FastWave Medical Granted Fifth Utility Patent Reflecting Continuous Expansion of IVL IP Portfolio

As covered in Cath Lab Digest, FastWave announced the issuance of its fifth utility patent by the USPTO.

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The Next Wave of Intravascular Lithotripsy: A Panel Interview on Advances in Treating Calcific PAD

As covered by Endovascular Today, A panel interview with Drs. Arthur Lee, Amir Kaki, Miguel Montero-Baker, Venkatesh Ramaiah, and Peter Schneider, on advances in treating calcific PAD with IVL.

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FastWave Medical Provides Update on Laser-IVL Technology

As covered by Endovascular Today, FastWave Medical announced further developments for its preclinical intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) technology that aims to address challenges associated with treating calcified arteries in patients with occlusive vascular disease.

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Fastwave Medical Issued Fourth Utility Patent for Laser-IVL platform

FastWave Medical has announced the issuance of its fourth utility patent by the USPTO for its laser-intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) platform.

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FastWave Receives Fourth Utility Patent for Novel Laser-IVL Technology

As covered in Cath Lab Digest, FastWave announced the issuance of its fourth utility patent by the USPTO.

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FastWave Medical Wins Patent for Laser-IVL Tech

As featured in MassDevice, FastWave Medical announced that it received a fourth utility patent to strengthen the IP foundation of its IVL platform.

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FastWave Medical: A promising intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) startup in an $8.5 billion cardiovascular market

VentureBeat highlights the rapid progress that the FastWave team has made since we started the company in 2021.

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FastWave Taking the Fast Way to Intravascular Lithotripsy

In this feature, Barnaby Pickering of Citeline speaks to Scott Nelson, CEO of FastWave Medical, about the advancements the startup is making in the intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) space.

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FastWave Medical earns third patent from USPTO for IVL system

As covered by Cardiovascular News, FastWave Medical has announced the issuance of its third utility patent by the US Patent and Trademark Office.

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FastWave Earns Third Utility Patent for Next-Generation IVL Technology

The company's newly granted patent supports the differentiated design of FastWave’s next-generation IVL system, which aims to address challenges associated with treating calcified arteries in patients with occlusive vascular disease.

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FastWave Earns Third Utility Patent for Next-Generation IVL Technology

As covered in Cath Lab Digest, FastWave Medical continues to push the boundaries of calcific artery disease treatment with latest patent from USPTO.

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FastWave Medical Gains Third Patent From USPTO for IVL System

As featured in Vascular News, FastWave Medical has announced the issuance of its third utility patent by the US Patent and Trademark Office.

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FastWave Announces Medical Advisor Appointments and Third Patent

As featured in Cardiac Invterventions Today, FastWave Medical announced the issuance of its third utility patent by the US Patent and Trademark Office that supports the differentiated design of FastWave’s next-generation IVL system. It also recently appointed a new medical advisors board.

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FastWave Announces Medical Advisor Appointments and Pipeline Update

As covered by Endovascular Today, FastWave Medical, a device company focused the treatment of calcified cardiovascular disease through intravascular lithotripsy (IVL), recently announced the appointments of eight medical advisors. Additionally, the company announced the issuance of its third utility patent by the US Patent and Trademark Office.

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Scott Nelson Featured on 'Device Talks' Podcast: Individual Strategies for Breaking into Medtech Markets

In this episode of Device Talks, host Tom Salemi talks with FastWave CEO, Scott Nelson, about strategies for breaking into medtech markets.

Vascular News covers FastWave Medical's announcement of the completion of its first procedures in study of novel peripheral IVL system

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FastWave Medical Announces Completion of First Procedures in Study of Novel Peripheral IVL System

As featured in Vascular News, FastWave Medical has announced the successful completion of enrolment for its first-in-human (FIH) study with the company’s peripheral intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) technology.

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FastWave Completes Enrollment in FIH Study of Peripheral IVL System

As covered by Endovascular Today, FastWave Medical announced the completion of enrollment for the first-in-human (FIH) study of its peripheral intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) technology.

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Why Networking Is Crucial for Medical Device Startups

Scott Nelson, CEO of FastWave Medical, elaborates why the most important ingredient in having a successful medtech startup revolves around networking. Learn more in this op-ed featured in MD+DI.

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FastWave Medical Announces Successful First-in-Human Procedures in Study of Novel Peripheral Intravascular Lithotripsy System

As covered in Cath Lab Digest, FastWave Medical completes enrollment for the first-in-human study of its innovative peripheral intravascular lithotripsy system, marking a significant milestone for the fast-moving company.

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FastWave Medical Succesfully Completes First-In-Human Procedures in Study of its IVL Tech

As featured in MassDevice, FastWave Medical announced the successful completion of enrollment for its first-in-human study of its peripheral intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) system to treat calcified cardiovascular disease.

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3 Strategies For Early-Stage Risk Management In Medtech Startups

In this op-ed for Forbes, FastWave's CEO Scott Nelson talks about early implementation of effective risk management for medtech startups.

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FastWave Medical Kicks Off First-In-Human Study of its IVL Tech

FastWave Medical announced the successful completion of enrollment for its first-in-human study of its peripheral intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) system to treat calcified cardiovascular disease.

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Tips for Building a Thriving Medtech Startup

In this op-ed published on MD+DI, FastWave CEO, Scott Nelson talks about strategies that can help a medtech startup reach success.

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FastWave CEO Scott Nelson Among MD+DI's 24 Medtech Voices to Follow in 2024

FastWave CEO Scott Nelson was featured in MD+DI’s ‘24 Medtech Voices to Follow in 2024’.

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5 Tips to Ensure Product-Market Fit in Medtech

In this op-ed for Forbes, FastWave's CEO Scott Nelson elaborates on 5 tips to ensure product-market fit in medtech.

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The Art of a Profitable Medtech Exit

In this op-ed for Forbes, FastWave's CEO Scott Nelson outlines how to position medtech startups for succesful exits.

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Breakthroughs in Medtech: 5 Leaders Share Their Secrets to Innovation

Five experts reveal what it takes to make it in the medtech industry. Learn more in this op-ed featured in MD+DI.

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Moving in the Fastlane for Medtech Funding

As featured in MD+DI, FastWave Medical closes oversubscribed private financing round to develop its IVL systems.

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FastWave Secures Funding for IVL Systems for Cardiovascular Calcium Treatment

As featured in Cardiac Invterventions Today, FastWave Medical announced the closure of an oversubscribed multimillion dollar private financing. The capital will support the continued development of FastWave’s intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) systems for calcific artery disease, propelling the company’s key preclinical and clinical initiatives.

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FastWave Medical Closes Fundraising Round

As featured in MassDevice, FastWave Medical announced that it closed an oversubscribed, multi-million-dollar private financing round. The Minneapolis-based medical device company says the financing — secured in just a few weeks — highlights the growing interest in its intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) offerings.

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FastWave Medical Secures Multi-Million Dollar Private Financing Within Weeks, Accelerating the Future of its IVL Systems

As covered in Cath Lab Digest, significant interest in FastWave Medical leads to the rapid close of a private financing, with notable physician key opinion leaders (KOLs) and medical device industry stakeholders among the investors.

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5 Important Strategies for Medtech Startup Success

In this op-ed for Forbes, FastWave's CEO Scott Nelson shares five key strategies that drive success for medical device startups.

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4 Critical Lessons on Navigating Challenges in Medtech Start-ups

Three entrepreneurs, including FastWave's COO Tristan Tieso, share tips on how to develop groundbreaking devices in the medtech industry. Learn more in this op-ed featured in MD+DI.

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Redefining the Treatment of Artery Disease with Advanced Intravascular Lithotripsy

Device developer FastWave Medical is working to advance intravascular lithotripsy therapy for peripheral and coronary artery disease. Learn more in this op-ed written by FastWave's COO, Tristan Tieso, which is featured in Medical Design & Outsourcing.

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FastWave Medical: Disrupting Arterial Calcium and the IVL Market

Arterial calcium can be dealt with using atherectomy tools to grind away debris from the inside of the vessel, but it is more challenging to remove from the medial layer of vessel tissue. Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) addresses this discrepancy with an energy-based solution, and FastWave Medical is developing multiple IVL platforms that build upon currently available technology. Read more in this piece from Medtech Strategist.

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To Lead in Medtech, Apply Best Practices from Direct-to-Consumer Businesses

Entrepreneurs who are willing to leverage proven DTC strategies can gain a competitive advantage in medtech, argues Scott Nelson, co-founder and CEO of FastWave Medical. Read more in this op-ed piece published in MedTech Dive.

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FastWave CEO Featured on Medtech Money

In this interview with host Giovanni Lauricella and his guest Scott Nelson, they discuss the best and worst piece of advise Scott’s received about raising money, why a no isn’t alway a no from an investor, raising money from a Chinese strategic, and so much more.

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FastWave Medical Granted Second IVL Utility Patent

FastWave's second utility patent from the USPTO in just over a year highlights the rapid progress its team has made in advancing IVL treatments for cardiovascular calcium. Read more coverage from Diagnostic and Interventional Cardiology.

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FastWave Medical Awarded IVL Utility Patent From USPTO Within Six Months of Initial Filing

FastWave Medical announced it has been awarded a utility patent from the USPTO for its novel intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) solution for peripheral and coronary artery calcification (CAC). Read more coverage from Medical Alley.

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FastWave Medical Secures Financing to Advance Intravascular Lithotripsy Technology

FastWave Medical announced the closing of the second tranche of its Series Pre-A financing. The funds will be used to further advance research and development for the company’s intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) systems and help the company achieve key regulatory initiatives for its technology platforms. Read more coverage from Endovascular Today.

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FastWave Medical Closes Second Tranche of Series Pre-A Financing Led by Grand Pharmaceutical Group

Proceeds from the second tranche of funding will be used to further advance research and development for FastWave’s proprietary intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) systems for the treatment of calcific artery disease. The investment will also help the company achieve key regulatory initiatives for its technology platforms. Read more coverage from Medical Alley.

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FastWave Medical Closes Second Tranche of Series Pre-A Financing Led by Grand Pharmaceutical Group Limited

The latest phase of financing demonstrates the continued confidence from the company's investor in FastWave’s ability to execute against its development milestones. New financing will further support the development of FastWave’s proprietary intravascular lithotripsy systems. Read more coverage from Cath Lab Digest.

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FastWave Medical Closes Series Pre-A Financing

FastWave Medical Inc., a company incubated by partners of Big Sky Biomedical, announced today the closing of its Series Pre-A financing, led by a strategic partner from Asia. FastWave Medical is focused on providing endovascular solutions for arterial disease. Read more coverage from Endovascular Today.

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FastWave Medical, a Company Incubated by Partners of Big Sky Biomedical, Closes Series Pre-A Financing

Minority investment will be used to accelerate development and global expansion of the company’s novel endovascular therapies for arterial disease, and includes acquisition obligations upon the completion of key technical, clinical, and regulatory milestones. Read more coverage from Cath Lab Digest.

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FastWave Medical, a Company Incubated by Partners of Big Sky Biomedical, Closes Series Pre-A Financing

FastWave Medical Inc., a company incubated by partners of Big Sky Biomedical, announced today the closing of its Series Pre-A financing, led by a strategic partner from Asia. Read more coverage from Medical Alley.

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FastWave Medical Closes Series Pre-A Funding Round

FastWave Medical this week announced that it has closed its Series Pre-A financing round following its recent acquisition by China Grand Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Holdings. Read more coverage from MassDevice.

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Interview with Dr. Alexander Truesdell

Dr. Alexander Truesdell, an Army combat veteran, offers a fresh perspective on the hard and soft skills that you need in medical practice.

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Interview with Dr. Lorenzo Azzalini

Dr. Lorenzo Azzalini shares his approach to complex coronary cases, clinical research, and training future cardiologists.

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Interview with Dr. Stéphane Manzo-Silberman

Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Stéphane Manzo-Silberman, who won the Prix de la Société Française de Cardiologie for the best doctoral thesis supervised by Pr Steg.

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Interview with Dr. Hursh Naik

Join our candid chat with Dr. Hursh Naik, a pioneer in transcatheter aortic, mitral, and tricuspid valve replacement and repair therapies, and complex coronary interventions.

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Interview with Dr. Kyle Reynolds

Hear from Dr. Kyle Reynolds, vascular surgeon from MedStar, who was honored as a Physicians of the Year and Advanced Practice Provider of the Year by his institution.

Dr. Jay Giri FastWave Fellows Themed Interview

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Interview with Dr. Jay Giri

Join us in a conversation with Dr. Jay Giri, a published complex PCI thought leader and Director of the Cardiovascular Catheterization Laboratories at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.

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Interview with Dr. Rhian Davies

Hear from Dr. Rhian Davies, a renowned thought leader in the world of high-risk PCI, on the challenges and triumphs in interventional cardiology.

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Interview with Dr. Babar Basir

Hear from Dr. Basir, a leader in the National Cardiogenic Shock Initiative (NCSI), where their innovative support techniques significantly improve patient survival rates.

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Interview with Dr. Jesse Kane

An interventional cardiologist who captained a lacrosse team and even introduced the sport to a new country, Dr. Jesse Kane shares his insights on leadership in medicine.

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Interview with Dr. Venita Chandra

Dr. Venita Chandra shares her secret to a fulfilling career: lean into your curiosity and love what you do.

Dr. Geoffrey Barnes FastWave Fellows Themed Interview

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Interview with Dr. Geoffrey Barnes

Leading anticoagulation expert Dr. Barnes shares his story – from 'deer in headlights' to becoming a domain expert – and urges every cardiologist not to forget to examine their patients’ feet.

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Interview with Dr. Kellie Brown

Learn from Dr. Kellie Brown's journey from a nervous newcomer to earning a national reputation for vascular surgery education.

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Interview with Dr. Eric Keller

Hear from the founder of the Applied Ethics in IR working group, Dr. Eric Keller, an interventional and diagnostic radiology resident at Stanford Health Care.

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Interview with Dr. Samin Sharma

Hear from a thought-leading cardiologist who has performed some of the highest numbers of complex coronary interventions in the U.S. with unmatched success and impressively-low complication rates.

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Interview with Dr. Ravi Hira

Discover how to prevent physician burnout, the importance of community, and the art of asking for help.

Dr. Marianne Brodmann FastWave Fellows Themed Interview

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Interview with Dr. Marianne Brodmann

One of the first physicians to ever use IVL, Prof. Brodmann shares her experiences with residency, mentorship, and overcoming presentation insecurities.

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Interview with Dr. Theodore Bass

In our latest interview, dive into the profound insights of Dr. Theodore Bass, a highly-respected interventional cardiologist from UF Health-Jacksonville. Dr. Bass, who has been repeatedly named one of Florida's "Top Doctors" over his 30-year career, discusses the evolution of medical training, emphasizing continuity of care and the essential role of fear in professional growth. He shares advice on clinical research, highlights the importance of networking for young clinicians, and offers a nuanced perspective on treating calcific plaque.

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Interview with Dr. Mirvat Alasnag

Tune in for a frank dialogue with Dr. Mirvat Alasnag, the Gulf region's first female interventional cardiologist. With a no-nonsense look at cardiology and patient care, Dr. Alasnag explores the realities of medical training, the necessity of lifelong learning, and the strategies for handling the challenges of a modern cardiology practice in today’s fast-evolving healthcare landscape.

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Interview with Dr. Ross Milner

Dr. Ross Milner, the first master clinician of the Bucksbaum Institute for Clinical Excellence and a leading authority in vascular surgery, pulls back the curtain on the highs and lows of a medical career and talks about early-career challenges, the untold business aspects of healthcare, and how to forge a path in clinical research.

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Interview with Dr. J. Dawn Abbott

Dr. J. Dawn Abbott is a leading figure in interventional cardiology, with advanced experience in percutaneous coronary intervention and arterial disease. She shares her valuable insights into mentorship, overcoming challenges, career development, networking, how to approach clinical trials, and tips for negotiating new opportunities for newly-minted fellows.

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Interview with Dr. Linda Harris

Keeping pace with the latest advancements in medicine is a challenge for us all. The insights of seasoned professionals like Dr. Linda Harris, with her impeccable credentials and a heart devoted to the medical community, offer a fresh perspective into the field of vascular surgery.

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Interview with Dr. Brant Ullery

Dr. Brant W. Ullery is a distinguished vascular surgeon renowned for his work on complex endovascular aortic interventions and critical limb ischemia. He shares his time-tested insights into the nexus of medical education, the work ethic required in medicine, and the fine art of networking and collaboration.

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Interview with Dr. Sonya Noor

Dr. Sonya Noor, an award-winning vascular surgeon, medical director, Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Buffalo, and renowned for her pioneering surgical methods, offers a treasure trove of insights — from enhancing medical training to breaking silos in multidisciplinary healthcare settings.

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Interview with Dr. Koen Deloose

From operating rooms to the lecture hall, Dr. Koen Deloose shares his journey, insights, and the importance of being "more than moderately good."

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Interview with Dr. Bret Wiechmann

What transforms a Greenhorn medical resident into a seasoned interventional radiologist? Peek behind the curtain with Dr. Bret Wiechmann as he shares valuable insights from his career, from establishing his place in the medical field to navigating turf wars.

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Interview with Dr. Jihad Mustapha

Discover how Dr. Jihad Mustapha, an experienced and renowned Interventional Cardiologist, managed to overcome fear and uncertainty in his early career and now confidently runs global clinical trials and speaks at conferences across the world.

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Interview with Dr. Tony Gasparis

Explore Tony's views on the intricacies of the healthcare business, fostering strong relationships with industry partners, and the personal finance tips he wishes he knew coming out of fellowship.

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Interview with Dr. Samir Germanwala

Gain insight into Samir's perspective on the crucial role of networking, effective collaboration with industry partners, and indispensable personal finance tips every medical professional should be aware of before completing their training.

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Interview with Dr. Gary Siskin

Discover Gary's advice on networking, navigating turf wars, and mastering the skillsets required to become an impactful speaker and trainer in the field of interventional radiology.

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Interview with Dr. Raghu Kolluri

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Interview with Dr. Jon George

Dive into Jon's captivating account of his first interventional call case, the valuable lessons he wishes he knew coming out of fellowship, and his tips for navigating turf wars across medical disciplines.

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FastWave Medical Adds Sixth Patent to Its Next-Generation IVL Portfolio

Clinical-stage medical device company further strengthens its intellectual property position with a new patent from the USPTO for FastWave's advanced intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) technology.

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FastWave Medical Announces Successful 30-Day Results from First-in-Human Study of Advanced Peripheral IVL System

FastWave's peripheral IVL platform showcases promising 30-day results in the first-in-human study demonstrating safety and feasibility in patients with moderate to severe calcified obstructive disease in the superficial femoral and popliteal arteries.

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FastWave Medical Granted Fifth Utility Patent Reflecting Continuous Expansion of IVL IP Portfolio

The newly granted patent bolsters the innovative design of FastWave's next-generation IVL platform, aimed at overcoming challenges associated with treating calcified arteries in patients with occlusive vascular disease.

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FastWave Medical Extends Intellectual Property Portfolio with the Issuance of its Utility Patent for Novel Laser-IVL Technology

FastWave announces the issuance of its fourth utility patent by the USPTO. This significant milestone further strengthens the company's intellectual property foundation to advance its next-generation laser-IVL platform.

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FastWave Earns Third Utility Patent for Next-Generation IVL Technology

FastWave Medical, a clinical-stage medical device company developing differentiated intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) technology, announced the issuance of its third utility patent by the USPTO.

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FastWave Medical Announces Appointment of World-Renowned Medical Advisors to Accelerate its Intravascular Lithotripsy Programs

FastWave's newly appointed medical advisors include some of the world's most prominent physicians, demonstrating the company's commitment to rapidly advancing its next-generation peripheral and coronary IVL therapies through product development and clinical trials.

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FastWave Medical Announces Successful First-in-Human Procedures in Study of Novel Peripheral Intravascular Lithotripsy System

FastWave Medical completes enrollment for the first-in-human study of its innovative peripheral intravascular lithotripsy system, marking a significant milestone for the fast-moving company.

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FastWave Medical Secures Multi-Million Dollar Private Financing Within Weeks, Accelerating the Future of its IVL Systems for Cardiovascular Calcium Treatment

Significant interest in FastWave Medical leads to the rapid close of a private financing, with notable physician key opinion leaders (KOLs) and medical device industry stakeholders among the investors.

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FastWave Medical Granted Second Utility Patent to Advance the Future of Cardiovascular Calcium Treatment

FastWave Medical, a privately-held company founded by Big Sky Biomedical partners, announces the issuance of its second utility patent by the USPTO. This milestone showcases FastWave Medical's unparalleled efficiency in developing novel intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) systems to address the $9 billion market.

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FastWave Medical CEO Accepted into Forbes Business Council

Scott Nelson was invited to join Forbes’ Business Council, an invitation-only community for successful business owners and leaders. He was vetted and selected by a review committee based on the depth and diversity of his experience.

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FastWave Medical Announces IVL Utility Patent Granted From USPTO to Treat Cardiovascular Calcium

FastWave Medical received an allowance of the patent within just six months of filing, demonstrating the company’s ability to quickly execute in the multi-billion dollar intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) market.

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FastWave Medical Closes Second Tranche of Series Pre-A Financing Led by Grand Pharmaceutical Group Limited

FastWave announced the closing of the second tranche of its Series Pre-A financing, demonstrating the continued confidence from the company's investor in FastWave’s ability to execute against its development milestones.

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FastWave Medical, a Company Incubated by Partners of Big Sky Biomedical, Closes Series Pre-A Financing

FastWave Medical, incubated by partners of Big Sky Biomedical, announced the closing of its Series Pre-A financing, led by an Asian strategic partner. The minority investment will be used to advance research & development and achieve key regulatory initiatives for the company’s novel endovascular therapies for the treatment of calcific artery disease.

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FastWave Issued Sixth Utility Patent for its IVL Portfolio

FastWave Medical has announced the issuance of its sixth utility patent by the USPTO, the fourth patent the company has been granted this year.