#872 How Robots are Becoming Surgeons with David Fischel, CEO at Stereotaxis

They’re letting robots put catheters inside people?!

Today, we're talking to David Fischel, CEO at Stereotaxis. We discuss the revolutionary impact of robotic surgery on minimally invasive procedures, how magnetic fields are used to control catheters with millimeter precision, and why the future of endovascular surgery lies in more accessible and versatile robotic systems.

All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! 

To learn more about Stereotaxis, visit their website here.

About David Fischel

David Fischel has served as a Director of Stereotaxis since orchestrating the equity investment and positive strategic initiatives announced in September 2016, and as CEO and Chairman of the Board since February 2017. Previously, he has served for over eight years as Principal and portfolio manager for medical device investments at DAFNA Capital Management, LLC. In addition to his research responsibilities, Mr. Fischel has been deeply involved in all aspects of the firm’s operations including legal, accounting, IT, compliance, human resources and marketing. Prior to joining DAFNA Capital, he was a research analyst at SCP Vitalife, a healthcare venture capital fund. Mr. Fischel completed his B.S. magna cum laude in Applied Mathematics with a minor in Accounting at the University of California at Los Angeles and received his MBA from Bar-Ilan University in Tel Aviv. He is a Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Financial Analyst and Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst.

About Stereotaxis

Stereotaxis is a pioneer and global leader in innovative surgical robotics for minimally invasive endovascular intervention.

Our mission is the discovery, development and delivery of robotic systems, instruments, and information solutions for the interventional laboratory.
These innovations help physicians provide unsurpassed patient care with robotic precision and safety, expand access to minimally invasive therapy, and enhance the productivity, connectivity, and intelligence in the operating room.