Inside the OR at BioSim: Bifurcation Stent Delivery in Action
Join us for a live, inside-the-operating-room (OR) experience at BioSim where clinical and engineering expertise intersect.
Date: Monday, July 14th
Time: 1pm ET
Duration: 90 minutes
In this exclusive session, interventional cardiologistDr. Khalid Al-Saadon will guide abifurcation stent delivery procedureusing an antelope heart, bringing visibility into the challenges and intricacies of deploying advanced catheter systems.
What to expect:
Showcase live procedural footage from BioSim's OR
Unpack the engineering considerations in bifurcation stent system design
Explore the contributions of Switchback, Lightning Cath, and ProtoLase
Offer a unique blend of clinical application and R&D context
Deliver insights for engineers, R&D leads, and medical device innovators
Spots are limited. Register now to reserve your seat and get access to the recording!
Speakers
Dr. Khalid Al-Saadon
Cardiologist
Probity Medical Research
An Internal Medicine physician with a focus on cardiology who has been a member of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario since June 7, 2012.
An avid researcher and innovator, Dr. Al-Saadon developed a bifurcated balloon–stent system and has shared his work through publications in 2016 and a presentation at the 2020 European Bifurcated Club Conference. He currently operates a cardiac diagnostic clinic in Sarnia, Ontario, and has joined forces with Dr. Farag to launch a new research company dedicated to advancing cardiac testing.
Katie Karmelek
Co-Founder
Chamfr
Brady Hatcher
Co-Founder
Switchback Medical
Joe Moy
VP of R&D
Switchback Medical
Hannah Gustafson
Program Manager
BioSim
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Who Should Attend:
Medical device and catheter R&D engineers
Process engineers
Industry executives
Component and equipment suppliers
Professionals seeking actionable insights into medical device prototyping and innovation
Key Highlights:
Latest best-practice algorithms for left-main and side-branch lesions.
Step-by-step walk-through of Dr. Al-Saadon’s bifurcated balloon–stent system design and deployment technique.
High-resolution case studies with OCT/IVUS imaging.
Pitfalls, bailout strategies, and tips for reducing restenosis.
Emerging clinical-trial data and how it will shape 2026 guidelines.
“This was a great discussion with some useful takeaways - looking forward to future webinars from Chamfr!”