In this episode of the Women in Medtech series from the Medtech Business Academy podcast, host Colleen Patterson sits down with Tiffany Wilson, President and CEO of the Science Center in Philadelphia.

With over 20 years of experience bringing healthcare technology from bench to bedside, Tiffany shares what it really takes to transform innovation into impact. She breaks down the key risks every startup must overcome, why leadership development is just as critical as funding, and how health systems can create clearer pathways for startups to engage.

Topics covered include:

• The difference between innovation and measurable impact
• Technology, regulatory, and commercialization risk
• Why there is no consistent “front door” for startups in healthcare
• The people factor behind successful companies
• Global innovators entering the U.S. market
• Why speed is not a strategy in medtech

Whether you are a founder, investor, or healthcare leader, Tiffany’s insights provide a clear-eyed look at what drives success in today’s medtech ecosystem.