In this episode of Clinical Capital Conversations, I sat down with Pavlina Walter and our guest Jiri Pavlíček, a mentor, entrepreneur, and one of Central Europe’s most respected MedTech leaders. Together, we explored everything from the European MedTech landscape to AI-driven diagnostics, MDR regulation, and the importance of risk-taking culture.
From navigating post-Communist transitions to leading a multi-market MedTech enterprise and embracing AI-driven technologies, Jiri’s story reveals what it takes to combine operational excellence with human-centered values.
Key themes:
Leadership and values in healthcare innovation
European MedTech market outlook and MDR challenges
AI as the next wave in diagnostics
Building teams and trust that scale
Resilience, mindset, and long-term impact
Timecode:
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:28 Jiri's Background and Early Life
01:26 Professional Journey and Achievements
03:49 Founding Aspironix and Business Insights
06:05 Current MedTech Landscape and Challenges
11:58 AI in Medical Devices
14:19 Personal Reflections and Future Goals
17:04 Advice for Startups and Entrepreneurs
19:29 Closing Remarks
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Links:
Peter M. Kovacs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petermkovacs/
Peter M. Kovacs Personal Website:https://www.petermkovacs.com/
PMK Group Website: https://www.pmk-group.com/
Guests:
Jiri Pavlicek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jiri-pavlicek-7b32b12/
Pavlina Walter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pavlinawalter/
