The BioElectronics Podcast
By NuroKor
At NuroKor, we're committed to the development of bioelectronic technologies. Our CE-marked and FDA-cleared devices have evidence-based applications in healthcare and we deliver personalised treatment for a variety of conditions.
Find out more at www.nurokor.com
The BioElectronics PodcastApr 16, 2020
#30: NuroKor's Chief Commercial Officer for Medical Markets, Jonathan Penny on the critical value of clinical research in medical technology
Welcome back to The BioElectronics Podcast. This time Rick Rowan is joined by Dr James Somauroo and NuroKor's Chief Commercial Officer - Medical Markets, Jonathan Penny.
After more than 16 years working in the medical device industry from startups to multi-billion dollar companies, Jonathan has seen first hand, and played a role in the accelerated evolution of medical technologies witnessed in recent years.
He knows only too well the critical value of clinical research and product development rooted in evidence and science, and explains why it is pivotal, not only to NuroKor and the industry at large, but to the delivery of safe and effective healthcare services for patients too.
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#29: NuroKor's Chief Commercial Officer William Ripley on the consumerisarion of healthcare technology
William has spent nearly 20 years in sales and marketing for household names in consumer technology including Philips, 3 and Motorola before joining NuroKor just over a year ago to head up the company's commercial division.
Since joining, William has played a pivotal role in launching NuroKor into new markets around the world, and building profile and global distribution network.
In their conversation, Rick, James and William explore the growing interest in consumerisation of healthcare and healthcare technologies, and why innovative solutions are increasingly empowering people to manage and optimise their own health.
They also discuss how NuroKor is gaining momentum with recent partnerships across the UK and Hong Kong, and why diversification is a critical factor for success in its long term impact strategy.
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#028: The science behind microcurrent & the future of bioelectronics in medicine
In the latest episode, guest host Dr James Somauroo meets Chloe Stockwell Clark, CTO at Nurokor. Chloe provides the technical direction for Nurokor’s business strategies, using her wealth of experience in the medical device industry to bring a scientific and educational approach to her role. In the episode, James and Chloe discuss the science and practical applications of microcurrent, and what the future holds for bioelectronics in the medical world.
#027: NuroKor's clinical research and applications
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#026: Not For The Ordinary: British all-female skydive team members Dr Anna Hicks and Sian Stokes talk bioelectronics
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#025: From A&E to the Sea - Two frontline emergency medicine doctors tackle the world’s toughest rowing competition
On the latest episode of The Bioelectronics Podcast, your co-hosts Rick Rowan and Dr James Somauroo meet Dr Charlie Fleury and Dr Adam Baker, two frontline A+E doctors will be switching out their scrubs to tackle the world’s toughest rowing competition. Dubbed the ‘Emergensea Duo’ the inspiring doctors talk to NuroKor about their race preparations, juggling work and their goals to break the mixed pairs record. They also share how they will be implementing NuroKor technology in training and the race.
The two medics who work in Devon, will take part in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge in December 2021. As they tackle the jaw dropping 3000-mile rowing challenge, they hope to raise £100,000 for essential medical charities, and also have their sights set on breaking the mixed pairs record for the competition. Not to mention, to help further Charlie’s research into female performance in ultra-endurance events.
#024: NuroKor's Chief Technical Officer Simon Hughes on the ever-increasing role of technology in healthcare
On the latest episode of The Bioelectronics Podcast, your co-hosts Rick Rowan and Dr James Somauroo meet NuroKor's Chief Technical Officer Simon Hughes.
Simon's impressive career has spanned over 25 years and he has worked in wide range of technically-driven roles with some of the UK's biggest FTSE 100 brands including Lloyds Bank, Nokia and Avon. Today, Simon acts as a fractional CTO supporting ambitious organisations like NuroKor with their long-term strategic planning.
In today's conversation, Simon, Rick and James discuss the future of health tech and how new innovations such as machine learning and AI are playing an ever-increasing role in our healthcare ecosystem.
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#023: Leading podiatrist and NuroKor investor Jamie Tilley discusses bioelectronics' huge potential in treating our feet.
This week’s episode of The Bioelectronics Podcast features special guest Jamie Tilley of Celtic Podiatry, who joins co-hosts Rick Rowan and Dr James Somauroo to talk about all things feet.
Jamie explains the complexities of podiatry and the vast array of patient issues he treats on a daily basis, and how bioelectronic therapy is playing an increasing role in his patient treatment plans. Jamie also explains how he became a foundation investor in NuroKor after using the devices personally, and seeing their huge potential in podiatry.
#022: Technology that is changing our society: Film-tech entrepreneur Somi Arian talks tech philosophy
On the latest episode of The Bioelectronics Podcast, co-hosts Rick Rowan and Dr James Somauroo are joined by Somi Arian - a leading tech-philosopher, award-winning filmmaker, author, entrepreneur and NuroKor investor.
Somi talks about her many exciting projects - including the newly launched FemPeak platform, and her passion for understanding how technology is changing our society. She also shares how a Hernia Correction surgery led her to invest in the NuroKor company.
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#021: A year in review - how 2020 has shaped the future of health tech
To kickstart the new year, your co-hosts Rick Rowan NuroKor CEO and Dr James Somauroo look back on what has been an unforgettable year for the healthcare industry. They discuss how the pandemic has shined a spotlight, not only on bioelectronic technologies and electroceuticals, but many other emerging health tech solutions that have the potential to truly shape the future of healthcare in the UK and globally. www.nurokor.com | admin@nurokor.co.uk
#20: KorDNA the scientific power behind it - Nathan Berkley and James Brown of epigenetic science company, Mudho
This week, your co-hosts Rick Rowan and Dr James Somauroo chat to Nathan Berkley (CEO) and James Brown (Nutrigenomics Director) of epigenetic science company, Mudho. Mudho is the data company that provides the power and science behind NuroKor's KorDNA health & DNA products. During their discussion, Nathan and James explain how they use a wide array of genetic science data points to help improve people's health and quality of life. Learn more about the healthcare power that this world first collaboration is developing and what opportunities lay ahead.
#019: Combining sports medicine and electrotherapy, with Mark Hopkins
Pharmacist and keen sportsman, Mark Hopkins talks to NuroKor CEO Rick Rowan and co-host Dr James Somauroo about how his life-long passion for sports and sports medicine inspired him to give his own pharmacy in Cardiff a USP with electrotherapy.
Mark is the owner and head pharmacist of Hopwoods Pharmacy in Llanedeyrn, Wales. He has 25 years plus experience specialising in sports medicine and rehabilitation products and has developed a comprehensive network across sports medicine and the health industry. As a pharmacist, Mark has a unique insight into the high levels of painkillers being consumed by patients on a daily basis.
#018: Occupational health, pain relief and optimising for cycling 🚴🏼♀️
NuroKor's head of brand, Kevin Wright is this week's guest with CEO Rick Rowan and co-host Doctor James Somauroo. Kevin has over 25 years experience helping business leaders and global brands to develop their product strategies to grow revenue and reputation. Kevin has worked with Rick since inception to develop NuroKor's brand strategy, product development and routes to market across all subsidiaries. www.nurokor.com | admin@nurokor.co.uk
#017: Bioelectronics in elite winter sport, with the GB Bobsleigh Team 🥶
The GB men's bobsleigh team talk with NuroKor CEO Rick Rowan and co-host Doctor James Somauroo about their use of NuroKor bioelectronic technology in training, recovery, and performance. They share how NuroKor bioelectronic technology can make that marginal difference, helping them to optimise their bodies to gain the extra hundredths of a second that can often be the difference between first and last place. Thanks to Lamin Deen, Tremayne Gilling and Ben Simons for talking to us on The BioElectronics Podcast and sharing their stories and drive leading up to the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. www.nurokor.com | admin@nurokor.co.uk
#016: Sports rehabilitation, sports science and bioelectronics
#015: The Science and Physiology - NuroKor's Dr Luigi Vorluni (Part 2)
#014: The Science and Physiology Behind NuroKor - Dr Luigi Vorluni (Part 1)
CEO Rick Rowan and Doctor James Somauroo are joined on The BioElectronics Podcast by NuroKor's Head of Science and Physiology, Dr Luigi Vorluni. Luigi is a physiologist by background with a comprehensive blend of academic, research & publishing experience in the areas of electrophysiology, principles and application of electrotherapy, which includes various stimulation modalities, such as Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS), Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) and Microcurrent Stimulation (MCS). www.nurokor.com | admin@nurokor.co.uk
#013: Training and recovery, with GB Champion Biathlete, Amanda Lightfoot 🇬🇧
#012: Injury to Olympics, with GB diver, Ross Haslam 🇬🇧
#011: Menopause, women's health and bioelectronics, with Severine Menem
#010: Elite athletes and bioelectronics, with Brynmor Williams
Brynmor Williams is a Welsh dual-code international rugby union and professional rugby league player. He played representative level rugby union (RU) for British Lions and Wales, at invitational level for Barbarian F.C., and at club level for Cardiff RFC, Newport RFC and Swansea RFC, as a Scrum-half, i.e. number 9, and representative level rugby league (RL) for Wales, and at club level for Cardiff City (Bridgend) Blue Dragons, as a scrum-half. In the episode, Bryn tells us how treatment on the the physiotherapy table has changed since he took to the field and opens up on how both those in his generation and modern athletes now uses bioelectronics to recover, relieve pain and reduce inflammation. www.nurokor.com | admin@nurokor.co.uk
#009: Electroceuticals and Innovation with an NHS Nurse
Rick Rowan NuroKor CEO and Dr James Somauroo are joined by Brenda Lloyd, an NHS nurse with decades of experience with treating patients in areas such as palliative care. Brenda kindly tells us how she was introduced to NuroKor bioelectronics, as well as a moving story around recommending our device to someone who was, once again, able to walk, pain free, after a number of treatments. Lots to take from this one if you’re considering bioelectronics as a patient or a clinician. www.nurokor.com | admin@nurokor.co.uk
#008: An orthopaedic surgeon's view (Part 2)
This week, Rick is joined by a world renowned orthopaedic surgeon to talk about musculoskeletal problems and new technology. Jeremy Latham is a specialist hip surgeon with 20 years’ experience. He trained in Oxford, Adelaide and Birmingham and specializes in primary and revision hip replacements and hip resurfacing. No two hips are the same, and he tailors the treatment to the patient, using the latest technology when appropriate. He works with an outstanding team who share his values of the highest standards of clinical care and attention to detail. Mr Latham specialises in hip arthroscopy, replacement surgery, revision surgery and robot assisted hip replacement. www.nurokor.com | admin@nurokor.co.uk
#007: An orthopaedic surgeon's view (Part 1)
This week, Rick is joined by a world renowned orthopaedic surgeon to talk about musculoskeletal problems and new technology. Jeremy Latham is a specialist hip surgeon with 20 years’ experience. He trained in Oxford, Adelaide and Birmingham and specializes in primary and revision hip replacements and hip resurfacing. No two hips are the same, and he tailors the treatment to the patient, using the latest technology when appropriate. He works with an outstanding team who share his values of the highest standards of clinical care and attention to detail. Mr Latham specialises in hip arthroscopy, replacement surgery, revision surgery and robot assisted hip replacement. www.nurokor.com | admin@nurokor.co.uk
#006: Lockdown, physiotherapy and bioelectric therapy (Part 2)
In this week's episode, Rick is joined by Hilde Hjertholm, physiotherapist and CEO of NuroKor Norway and Dr. James Somauroo once more to discuss the applications of bioelectric therapy in the context of physiotherapy. Throughout her clinical career, Hilde has used bioelectric therapy to treat patients and she shares some great success stories, tips for both physiotherapists and those suffering with MSK aches/pains and injuries (particularly relevant during lockdown), as well as her take on the physiology. www.nurokor.com | admin@nurokor.co.uk
#005: Lockdown, physiotherapy and bioelectric therapy (Part 1)
In this week's episode, Rick is joined by Hilde Hjertholm, physiotherapist and CEO of NuroKor Norway and Dr. James Somauroo once more to discuss the applications of bioelectric therapy in the context of physiotherapy. Throughout her clinical career, Hilde has used bioelectric therapy to treat patients and she shares some great success stories, tips for both physiotherapists and those suffering with MSK aches/pains and injuries (particularly relevant during lockdown), as well as her take on the physiology. www.nurokor.com | admin@nurokor.co.uk
#004: All about Microcurrent Human and Equine with NuroKor's Chloe Stockwell-Clark cell biologist (part 2)
At one millionth of an ampere, microcurrent is a bioelectric modality that operates at the cellular level and produces a range of physiological effects. In this 2-part episode, Rick Rowan is joined by Chloe Stockwell-Clarke, Head of Technical and Development at NuroKor, and Dr James Somauroo, back once more, to talk about: Rick's journey to understanding microcurrent The science behind microcurrent - mechanisms of action, conditions it treats, benefits to patients and of course... the evidence behind it. How Chloe views bioelectronics Why physicians and surgeons are looking towards microcurrent with interest as the evidence base develops. Why microcurrent is a particularly effective modality for equine and other animal health www.nurokor.com | admin@nurokor.co.uk
#003: All about Microcurrent with NuroKor's Chloe Stockwell-Clark cell biologist (Part 1)
At one millionth of an ampere, microcurrent is a bioelectric modality that operates at the cellular level and produces a range of physiological effects. In this 2-part episode, CEO Founder Rick Rowan is joined by Chloe Stockwell-Clarke, Head of Technical and Development at NuroKor, and Dr James Somauroo, back once more, to talk about: Rick's journey to understanding microcurrent The science behind microcurrent - mechanisms of action, conditions it treats, benefits to patients and of course... the evidence behind it. How Chloe views bioelectronics Why physicians and surgeons are looking towards microcurrent with interest as the evidence base develops. Why microcurrent is a particularly effective modality for equine and other animal health www.nurokor.com | admin@nurokor.co.uk
#002: What is bioelectronics? (Part 2)
Rick also talks us through his founder story, from his patient journey as a long-term back pain sufferer, through to learning about the technology and subsequently wanting to build a company around it.
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#001: What is bioelectronics? (Part 1)
Rick also talks us through his founder story, from his patient journey as a long-term back pain sufferer, through to learning about the technology and subsequently wanting to build a company around it.
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The Bioelectronics Podcast, by NuroKor
At Nurokor, we're committed to the development of bioelectronic technologies. Our CE-marked and FDA-cleared devices have evidence-based applications in healthcare and we deliver personalised treatment for a variety of conditions.
Find out more at www.nurokor.com