What is Medsider?

If you’re new to Medsider, welcome! In one sentence, we help ambitious doers learn from proven medical device and health technology founders and CEOs. These experienced thought leaders will show you how to:

Improve your commercialization plans.

Enhance your regulatory pathways.

Strengthen your reimbursement strategies.

Advance your career.

And much, much more!

On a monthly basis, tens of thousands of people consume Medsider content. Folks just like you — men & women, CEOs & entrepreneurs, leaders & teammates, and many others who are interested in learning more about medtech and the broader healthcare ecosystem.

More About Scott Nelson

Founder of Medsider

A self-described medical device and health technology enthusiast, Scott Nelson has held various commercial leadership roles for some of the largest healthcare companies in the world including Medtronic, Covidien, Boston Scientific, C.R. Bard, and ConMed.


Scott is a Founding Partner and Managing Director of Bluewater, a leading medtech incubator focused on zero to one value creation. He currently serves as co-founder and CEO of FastWave Medical, which has successfully closed on over $40M in capital in just a few years.


Scott also co-founded Joovv, a popular health & wellness brand that’s been featured in media outlets like the New York Times, ESPN, The Cut, Betches, Forbes, and Men’s Journal. Scott’s had the opportunity to participate in podcasts with Dave Asprey, Skinny Confidential, Ben Greenfield, Aubrey Marcus, and many others.


Scott started Medsider in 2010 with one simple goal: help ambitious doers — just like you — learn from proven founders and CEOs in medtech and healthtech.

"I can’t think of a better person than Scott who is better suited to operate within today’s healthcare climate."

"I can’t think of a better person than Scott who is better suited to operate within today’s healthcare climate."

Dr. David Albert

Founder, AliveCor

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