MPP West 2026

Where the Next Generation of Medical Devices Takes Shape

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MPP West brings together the engineers, innovators, and manufacturers shaping the future of MedTech.

Join expert-led panels on catheters, materials, and advanced processing—and connect with the people behind the most complex devices being built today.

Space is limited.

Agenda

Time Title
7:15 AM – 8:15 AM Check-In & Continental Breakfast – Sponsored by Biomerics
8:15 – 8:20 AM Welcome Remarks by Steve Maxson
8:20 – 8:45 AM Keynote – The State of the MedTech Market: Dominique Filloux from Fogarty Innovation
8:45 AM – 9:30 AM Highlight Panel – Steerable and Robotically Controlled Catheters
9:30 – 10:00 AM Morning Networking Break – Sponsored by Cobalt Polymers
10:00 – 10:30 AM MiniTec Session – Enabling Technologies for Miniaturization of Medical Devices
10:30–11:15 AM Highlight Panel – Extrusion Technologies
11:15 AM – 11:30 AM MedTech Trivia Throwdown
11:30 AM–12:00 PM MiniTec Session – Cheaper, Faster, Compliant: Pick Two
12:00 – 1:00 PM Networking Lunch – Sponsored by Applied Plastics
1:00 – 1:30 PM MiniTec Session – Hypotube Laser Mastery – Precision Cutting, Welding & Micro-Processing
1:30- 2:00 PM MiniTec Session – Micro Metal MedTech – CNC, Swiss, & EDM
2:00-2:30 PM Afternoon Break – Sponsored by Renegade Medical Extrusions
2:30 – 3:00 PM MiniTec Session – Inspection Expectations – Getting it Right Before the Quote
3:00 PM–3:45 PM Highlight Panel – Balloon Catheter Technologies
3:45-4:15 PM MiniTec Session – Next-Generation Smart and Complex Catheter Designs
4:15 PM Closing Remarks and Networking Reception
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  • “I’m extremely impressed with the event overall. The execution and timing were seamless, and the entire experience felt very well thought out. Two things stood out most to me. First, the care that went into selecting the discussion topics, panelists, and experts was evident throughout. It was clear that the organizers truly understood what mattered most to attendees and what people were most interested in learning about.”
    Alec Thompson
    Alec Thompson Terumo BCT
  • “Thank you, Steve, and the team again for putting together such a wonderful MPP panel. I especially enjoyed hearing from industry leaders about new technological advancements and gaining insight into where the next trends in the MDO outsourcing sector are headed. It was a valuable and engaging discussion.”
    Matt Pangia
    Matt Pangia Raymond James & Associates
  • “This was my second MPP event, and I greatly appreciate the opportunity to network with professionals across the industry. I especially enjoyed the discussions around the cross-pollination of new technologies and learning more about the innovations others are developing. It was also valuable to gather with people from across the country and around the world who are all helping drive progress in the medical device industry. Thank you again for hosting such a successful event. I look forward to attending future events in the coming year.”
    Tyler Grubb
    Tyler Grubb Pro Plate
  • “The event was excellent. It brought together an impressive group of experts from across the industry, and I appreciated the opportunity to connect with them directly. I learned several new things and was introduced to concepts I wasn’t previously aware of, which made the experience especially valuable. Overall, it was a great experience.”
    Joe Bogusky
    Joe Bogusky Intuitive Surgical

Speakers

MPP West MC

  • Nick sharkey headshot 300x300

    Nick Sharkey

    Commercial Director, Medical US Extruders

Keynote – The State of the MedTech Market: Dominique Filloux from Fogarty Innovation

  • Dominique Filloux

    Dominique Filloux

    Chief Development Officer Fogarty Innovation

8:45 AM – 9:30 AM: Highlight Panel – Steerable and Robotically Controlled Catheters

  • Megan Higgins, Sr. Global Account Manager at Integer
    MODERATOR

    Megan Higgins

    Director, Global Accounts Integer
  • Joe Bogusky, Staff Mechanical Engineer, Intuitive Surgical

    Joe Bogusky

    Staff Mechanical Engineer Intuitive Surgical
  • Chad Kimber

    Chad Kimber

    Director, Engineering – New Product Development Biomerics
  • Enrique Romo, VP of Research and Innovation at Noah Medical

    Enrique Romo

    VP of Research and Innovation Noah Medical
  • Ross Paulson

    Ross Paulson

    CTO Midwest Interventional Systems, Inc.
  • Mike Schultz

    Mike Schultz

    Former VP Innovation and Development Spectrum Plastics Group

10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: MiniTec – Enabling Technologies for Miniaturization of Medical Devices

  • Vijay Kudchadkar
    MODERATOR

    Vijay Kudchadkar

    Director of Plastics & Sales Engineering Nissha Medical Technologies-Isometric
  • Adam Steege, Founder and CEO at Trio Labs, Inc.

    Adam Steege

    Founder and CEO Trio Labs, Inc.
  • Paul Mazelin, President / CEO of SiMEDEx Inc.

    Paul Mazelin

    President & CEO SiMEDEx Inc.
  • Jason Bassi Sales Manager Boston Micro Fabrication

    Jason Bassi

    Sales Manager Boston Micro Fabrication

10:30 AM – 11:15 AM: Highlight Panel – Extrusion Technologies

  • Moderator: Thomas Sullivan, Director of Technical Sales, US Extruders
    MODERATOR

    Thomas Sullivan

    Director of Technical Sales US Extruders
  • Paul Alba, President/CEO, Specialized Engineering

    Paul Alba

    President & CEO Specialized Engineering
  • Benny Cheung, VP Sales, Dynaflex

    Benny Cheung

    VP Sales Dynaflex Technologies
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    Tyler Bills

    Extrusion Engineer Renegade Medical Extrusion
  • Sixto Hernandez, Extrusion Engineering Manager, Viant

    Sixto Hernandez

    Extrusion Engineering Manager Viant

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: MiniTec – Cheaper, Faster, Compliant: Pick Two

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    MODERATOR

    Sarah Rosenblum Ptach

    President & CEO Canyon Labs
  • John Schneider

    John Schneider

    Director, Supply Chain (Global Sourcing) Edwards Lifesciences
  • Elad Einav

    Elad Einav

    Co-Founder & CEO Medibrane
  • Marie O’Malley, Chief Commercial Officer, Centerpiece

    Marie O’Malley

    Chief Commercial Officer Centerpiece

1:00 – 1:30 PM: MiniTec Session – Hypotube Laser Mastery – Precision Cutting, Welding & Micro-Processing

  • James Proft, President, Metallurgical Solutions
    MODERATOR

    James Proft

    President Metallurgical Solutions
  • Mark Dustrude, Engineering Manager, Rose Medical

    Mark Dustrude

    Engineering Manager Rose Medical
  • Todd Dickson, President, Luminous

    Todd Dickson

    President Lumenous
  • Nick Zanobini, Co-Founder, Symmetry Laser

    Nick Zanobini

    Co-Founder Symmetry Laser

1:30 – 2:00 PM: MiniTec Session – Micro Metal MedTech – CNC, Swiss, & EDM

  • Scott Rose
    MODERATOR

    Scott Rose

    Chief Operating Officer Lighteum Medical
  • Jeff Haag, Vice President of Technical Solutions at Precera Medical

    Jeff Haag

    Vice President of Technical Solutions Precera Medical
  • John Eastman, Principal Program Manager, C-Axis Inc.

    John Eastman

    Principal Program Manager C-Axis Inc.
  • Charlie Smith

    Charlie Smith

    Director, Business Development Precipart

2:30 – 3:00 PM: MiniTec Session – Inspection Expectations: Getting it Right Before the Quote

  • Moderator: Mikki Larner
    MODERATOR

    Mikki Larner

    Sr. Technical Sales Specialist DSA
  • Jacob Gibb

    Jacob Gibb

    Sr. Manager, Supplier Engineer Intuitive Surgical
  • Joanna Iribarren

    Joanna Iribarran

    VP Program Management Viant Medical

3:00 – 3:45 PM: Highlight Panel – Balloon Catheter Technologies

  • Moderator: Katie Karmelek, Co-Founder of Chamfr
    MODERATOR

    Katie Karmelek

    Co-Founder Chamfr
  • Anant Hegde, Chief Technology Officer, Medeologix

    Anant Hegde

    Chief Technology Officer Medeologix
  • Teddy Mudge, Co-Founder, Hoop Medical

    Teddy Mudge

    Co-Founder Hoop Medical
  • Lars Gerding, Senior Vice President Interventional Products at Cordica Medical

    Lars Gerding

    Senior Vice President Interventional Products Cordica Medical
  • Aaron Castillo

    Aaron Castillo

    Sr. Engineering Manager R&DEmbolox, Inc.

3:45 PM – 4:15 PM: MiniTec Session – Next-Generation Smart and Complex Catheter Designs

  • Mod/Panelist: Erik Wendehost, Director of Sales Applied Plastics
    Moderator

    Erik Wendehost

    Director of Sales Applied Plastics
  • Tommy Brodt, Founder & Owner of CathTeam

    Tommy Brodt

    Founder & Owner CathTeam
  • Matt Bills, President, Renegade

    Matt Bills

    President Renegade Medical Extrusion
  • Michael Brooks, VP R&D at BayCath Medical

    Michael Brooks

    Founder & CEO BayCath Medical

MPP Open

Chamfr's MPP Open Medtech Golf Scramble VIEW ALL GOLF INFO

Join Us in a Golf Scramble the Day Before MPP

The MPP Open is designed to be a relaxed, high-quality afternoon of golf, networking, and connection with peers across the medical device and manufacturing ecosystem. Whether you’re here to compete, connect, or just enjoy a great course before the conference begins, the MPP Open sets the tone the day ahead the MPP Conference.

Event Details

  • Course: Shoreline Golf Links (Mountain View, CA)
  • When: The afternoon before the MPP Conference
  • Format: 4-Person Scramble
  • Check-in opens: 10:00 AM
  • Bag lunch: 11:00 AM
  • Shotgun start: 12:00 PM
  • Capacity: Limited to 144 golfers

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!
Please note: Club rentals are not available at this course.

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FAQs

What is MPP (Medical Processing Panel)?

Medical Processing Panel (MPP) is a regional MedTech event series featuring expert-led panel discussions and technical talks focused on how medical devices are designed, processed, and manufactured—especially in areas like catheters, materials, and advanced processing methods. It’s built as a practical, real-world forum where experienced industry leaders share what’s working, what’s changing, and what teams need to know next.

Who is MPP for?

Medical Processing Panel (MPP) is a regional MedTech event series featuring expert-led panel discussions and technical talks focused on how medical devices are designed, processed, and manufactured—especially in areas like catheters, materials, and advanced processing methods. It’s built as a practical, real-world forum where experienced industry leaders share what’s working, what’s changing, and what teams need to know next.

Why should MedTech R&D professionals go?

Medical Processing Panel (MPP) is a regional MedTech event series featuring expert-led panel discussions and technical talks focused on how medical devices are designed, processed, and manufactured—especially in areas like catheters, materials, and advanced processing methods. It’s built as a practical, real-world forum where experienced industry leaders share what’s working, what’s changing, and what teams need to know next.

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