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Benjamin Holmes, Chief Executive Officer at Nanochon
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Dr. Ben Holmes: 3D Printing, MedTech, and the Future of Joint Repair
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Ben Holmes, CEO and Co-Founder of Nanochon, a medical technology company developing Chondrograft™, a 3D-printed synthetic implant designed to repair damaged cartilage and restore joint function for patients who are not yet candidates for knee replacement.
Dr. Holmes holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from The George Washington University and a B.S. in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from the University of Virginia. His research has focused on biomaterials and 3D printing for orthopedic tissue repair.
Since co-founding Nanochon in 2016, Dr. Holmes has helped secure nearly $12 million in funding through NSF grants, venture capital, and other awards. He has also guided the company to its first-in-human clinical trial.
As a published researcher, patent holder, entrepreneur, and healthcare innovator, Dr. Holmes offers a unique perspective on the journey from biomedical research and engineering to the development and clinical evaluation of medical devices.
In this conversation, we discuss the science behind 3D-printed orthopedic implants, the challenges of developing innovative medical devices, the realities of funding a medtech startup, and the potential of advanced manufacturing and biomaterials to transform patient care.