Medsider Radio: Learn From Proven Medtech And Healthcare Experts

In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Angus McLachlan, CEO of Liberate Medical, a company pioneering a non-invasive neuromuscular electrical stimulator to prevent muscle weakening in patients who rely on a ventilator to breathe.Angus has a rich academic and professional history that intersects engineering and healthcare. Originating from Scotland, Angus began his academic journey in mechanical engineering at the University of Glasgow. This laid the foundation for his PhD research focused on electrical muscle stimulation for spinal cord injuries. His innovative work gained the attention of Apellis Pharma, leading to a collaboration that propelled the launch of his own company, Liberate Medical.  In this interview, we talk about Angus’s do-it-yourself philosophy, how a deep understanding of the technology you’re developing gives you leverage across multiple functions, and the nuances of pitching to investors. Before we dive into the discussion, I wanted to mention a few things:First, if you’re int