David Cassak

Editor-in-Chief

30 Years of Experience

About

David Cassak is co-Managing Partner of Innovation in Medtech and co-Editor-in-Chief of MedTech Strategist. Thirty years ago, Cassak, along with his partner Roger Longman, formed Windhover Information Inc and for many years was the head of the medtech team of both IN VIVO and Start-Up magazines. In 2004, Windover acquired MedTech Insight and in turn was acquired by Elsevier in 2008. Until 2014, he was head of editorial for Elsevier Business Intelligence and oversaw the medical device coverage in IN VIVO, Start-Up, MedTech Insight, and the Gray Sheet. In 2014, he launched Innovation in Medtech, publishers of MedTech Strategist and Market Pathways and organizers of the medtech Innovation Summit series of investor conferences. Over the course of the past 30 years, he has interviewed hundred of CEOs and industry leaders and been a featured speaker at many industry conferences and company events.

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Edwards Lifesciences: Leadership and Innovation in Structural Heart

  • October 15, 2025
  • David Cassak
  • MedTech Strategist

Spun off from Baxter 25 years ago, Edwards Lifesciences charted its own course by prioritizing surgical valves over the rapidly growing sector of interventional cardiology, a counterintuitive move that laid the foundation for lasting success. CEO Bernard Zovighian highlights Edwards’ continuing formula for success, built around innovation, trusted partnerships, and a patient-first culture.

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