Episodios

  • Redefining Cancer Treatment: Calidi Biotherapeutics’ Approach to Enable Systemic Oncolytic Virotherapy for Metastatic Disease
    Jan 8 2026

    In this episode of WTR Healthcare Happenings, host Tim Gerdeman and analyst Robert Sassoon speak with Eric Poma PhD, CEO of Calidi Biotherapeutics Inc (NYSE American: CLDI). The discussion focuses on how Calidi is solving the "delivery problem" in cancer treatment, and specifically how to transport cancer-killing oncolytic viruses systemically through the bloodstream without the body’s immune system neutralizing them before they reach the tumor.

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    19 m
  • Co-Diagnostic' Technology to Deliver Accessible, High-Fidelity Gold Standard PCR Testing Like No Other
    Dec 23 2025

    In this episode of WTR Healthcare Happenings, host Tim Gerdeman and analyst Robert Sassoon speak with Dwight Egan, CEO of Co-Diagnostics Inc. (NASDAQ: CODX), about the company’s evolution from a pandemic-era PCR testing provider to a diversified molecular diagnostics leader. In our discussion, Egan highlights the Co-DX PCR Pro, a portable, cost-effective device that delivers gold-standard PCR testing outside the lab and explains how its patented Co-Primer multiplexing technology sets it apart from competitors. Our conversation also covers Co-Diagnostics’ “razor-and-blade” business model, its pipeline of testing capabilities targeting high-impact infectious diseases, the role of AI in manufacturing and diagnostic optimization, and the commercial strategies needed to achieve long-term financial success.

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    20 m
  • CEO Jagi Gill on How Apyron' Innovative Neurostimulation Solution Breaks the Chronic Pain Barrier
    Dec 19 2025

    In this episode of WTR Healthcare Happenings, host Tim Gerdeman and analyst Robert Sassoon talk with Apyron CEO Jagi Gill about the company's innovative neurostimulation technology for chronic pain, an all too prevalent affliction affecting millions of people. Gill explains why Apyron’s patient-focused approach stands out, and outlines the market opportunity and commercialization strategy.

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    22 m
  • RenovoRx’ Differentiated Targeted Drug Delivery Platform Addressing Hypovascular cancers
    Dec 18 2025

    In this episode of WTR Healthcare Happenings, host Tim Gerdeman and analyst Robert Sassoon speak with Shaun Bagai, CEO of RenovoRx (NASDAQ: RNXT). The company is pioneering targeted oncology therapies and commercializing RenovoCath™, an FDA-cleared multi-specialty local drug delivery device for high unmet needs. We discuss the innovation and advantages of its TAMP™ (Trans-Arterial Micro-Perfusion) platform—powered by the proprietary dual-balloon catheter—and how it sets RenovoRx apart in treating hard-to-reach hypovascular tumors like pancreatic cancer. The conversation also covers RenovoCath’s commercialization strategy and key milestones in its Phase 3 clinical trial aimed at proving the platform’s delivery superiority over the current standard of care.

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    16 m
  • Vivos Therapeutics’ Mission to Transform Sleep Treatment
    Dec 10 2025

    In this WTR Healthcare Happenings Spotlight Flashcast, host Tim Gerdeman sits down with WTR's Healthcare Analyst Robert Sassoon to discuss his recently published initiation of coverage on Vivos Therapeutics (NASDAQ: VVOS). The conversation explores Vivos’ innovative approach to treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), the company's transformative shift to a vertically integrated, patient-centric business model, and the significant market opportunity ahead. Tune in for insights on growth strategy, economics of the pivot, and what investors should watch as Vivos reimagines sleep health.

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    11 m
  • GenSight Biologics' Novel Gene Therapy Approach to Reversing Blindness from Genetic Eye Disorders
    Dec 3 2025

    On the latest WTR Healthcare Happenings podcast episode, we welcomed Jan Eryk Umiastowski, CFO of GenSight Biologics (Euronext Paris: SIGHT), a late clinical-stage biopharma company based in Paris, France, primarily focused on developing and commercializing novel disease-modifying gene therapies aimed at reversing vision loss from severe neurodegenerative retinal diseases. He discusses GenSight's development pipeline, what's unique about the company's approach to gene therapy and upcoming target milestones.

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    12 m
  • Ainos' Director of Corporate Development Jack Lu Discusses the AI Nose Platform' continuing 2025 momentum and Looks Ahead into 2026
    Nov 20 2025

    In our latest WTR Healthcare Happenings podcast, we welcome back Jack Lu, Director of Corporate Development at Ainos (NASDAQ: AIMD) to discuss key takes from the company's recently reported 3Q25 earnings release. He also dives into Ainos’ latest strategic partnerships with Topco and NEXCOM, its expanding IP moat with seven new patents, and outlines the roadmap for 2026—commercial scale-up, industrial deployments and expansion plans beyond Asia.

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    15 m
  • The Psychedelic Investment Environment: A New Era of Optimism
    Nov 14 2025

    Hear about the latest dynamic developments in the therapeutic psychedelics sector in our WTR Healthcare Happenings Flashcast. Tim Gerdeman, Vice Chair & Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer at WTR, and Robert Sassoon, WTR's Senior Healthcare Analyst, discuss the October's fundraising activity surge; what has contributed to renewed investor confidence; comparisons with the hype-driven cycle of 2021; impact on valuations in the sector; and sustainability of the positive trend going into 2026.

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    10 m
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