Medtech Adventures: Ramgopal “Ram” Rao and the LensGen Story

Explore the inspiring story of Ramgopal Rao, a trailblazer in the ophthalmic medtech industry. From humble beginnings in India during the era of partition to building groundbreaking innovations in the U.S., Ramgopal’s journey epitomizes resilience, vision, and entrepreneurial success.

In this episode of Medtech Adventures, Scott Phillips, CEO of StarFish Medical, delves into Ramgopal’s extraordinary career. As the founder and CEO of LensGen, Inc., a clinical-stage medtech company revolutionizing presbyopia treatment, Ramgopal continues to push boundaries well into his 80s with his most ambitious venture yet.

Key Takeaways

• A firsthand account of Ramgopal’s entrepreneurial journey from India to the U.S.
• Lessons on navigating challenges in the medtech landscape and scaling innovation.
• Insights into leading-edge advancements in ophthalmic devices, including LensGen’s novel intraocular lens.
• Inspirational advice for medtech entrepreneurs at every stage of their careers.

About Medtech Adventures

Medtech Adventures shares the stories and insights of successful, serial medtech entrepreneurs. In this series, StarFish Medical Founder and CEO, Scott Phillips, interviews entrepreneurs about their journey, entrepreneurial successes and lessons learned.