MedDevice by Design
Exploring the Stories Behind MedTech Innovation
Welcome to MedDevice by Design, a video series from StarFish Medical that uncovers the engineering, design, and regulatory choices behind innovative medical devices. Each episode dives into real-world projects and industry trends, bringing you expert perspectives on the challenges and breakthroughs shaping the future of healthcare technology.
Hosted by StarFish Medical’s experienced team, MedDevice by Design is your opportunity to see how medtech ideas move from concept to reality. Whether you’re an engineer, a designer, or simply curious about how devices are made, these episodes deliver practical insights and inspiring stories from the front lines of product development.
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Watch our latest MedDevice by Design episodes
Star Wars Bacta Tank in Real Life
Ariana Wilson and Mark Drlik take inspiration from a scene in The Empire Strikes Back to talk about real-world parallels to the Star Wars bacta tank.
Iron Lung Innovation and Ventilator History
In this MedDevice by Design episode, Ariana Wilson and Mark Drlik take us back in time to explore iron lung innovation during the polio epidemic of the 1920s.
Past Episodes
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Every phase of a device’s life cycle involves different people with distinct needs—from clinicians and patients to service technicians and regulatory bodies.
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Ariana Wilson and Mark Drlik explore how teams can reduce the device development timeline without compromising quality or compliance.
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Ariana Wilson and Mark Drlik take inspiration from a scene in The Empire Strikes Back to talk about real-world parallels to the Star Wars bacta tank.
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In this MedDevice by Design episode, Ariana Wilson and Mark Drlik take us back in time to explore iron lung innovation during the polio epidemic of the 1920s.
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Ariana and Mark examine the complexities of endoscope reprocessing, one of the most difficult tasks in medical device hygiene.
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Ariana and Mark walk through FDA-approved options and explain how to select the right one for your product. From metals to plastics and electronics, not all devices can handle the same process.
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In this episode of MedDevice by Design, Ariana and Mark dive into the biomechanics and materials science behind osseointegration for implants.
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Ariana and Mark explore how accommodative intraocular lens technology may one day restore natural vision for people who require cataract surgery or suffer from presbyopia. As Mark shares, traditional bifocals are not ideal, and new lens solutions may offer better outcomes.
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We explore the world of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) and the challenges of capturing thought into action. Mark Drlik and Ariana Wilson walk through how these systems translate brain activity into control signals for devices—without needing surgical implants.
