Talking Biomed: Growth Of The BMET

In this conversation, Chace and Ryan Gonzalez discuss various topics related to the biomedical field. They talk about the challenges of organizing biomed societies and engaging Biomeds outside of work. They also discuss the evolution of hospital beds and the challenges of OEM consolidation and support. The conversation touches on the difficulties of in-house biomed programs and the importance of building networks and mentoring. They also explore personal growth and career trajectory, as well as the preparation for leadership positions. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the different types of leaders and the importance of credentials in the biomedical field. This conversation covers various aspects of the biomed industry, including promoting biomed as a career, recruiting challenges, the realities of the job, and the positive aspects of being a biomed. It also discusses the importance of cybersecurity in the medical device industry and the expanding opportunities in healthcare technology management (HTM). The conversation touches on the challenges of fatherhood and how it impacts the biomed profession. The host and guest emphasize the importance of community and provide resources and contact information for further engagement.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Biomed Societies
03:28 Challenges of Organizing Biomed Societies
17:03 Building Networks and Mentoring
23:16 Preparing for Leadership Positions
27:45 Navigating Interviews and Answering Questions
32:07 Different Types of Leaders
40:08 Investing in Go-Getters
44:14 The Realities of the Job
47:19 Positive Aspects of Being a Biomed
52:28 The Growing Importance of Cybersecurity
55:08 The Medical Device Industry
56:42 The Challenges of Fatherhood
58:26 Managing Work and Personal Life
01:04:29 Closing Remarks