What are the warning signs of a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and how is medical innovation changing how we treat blood clots today?

In this episode of The Heart of Innovation, hosts Kim McNicholas and interventional cardiologist Dr. John Phillips sit down with Richard Davis, an engineer and medical developer whose life was completely rewritten after being hit by a truck at 23 years old. Richard shares his gripping story of survival—from being pinned inside a vehicle to developing life-threatening blood clots, surviving severe pulmonary embolisms, and ultimately transitioning his expertise into creating vascular medical devices that save lives.

Discover how modern medical advancements are moving beyond standard medical therapy to actively remove clots and restore blood flow safely.

TIMESTAMPS & CHAPTERS

0:00 - The Accident That Changed Everything

2:15 - Living with an Undiagnosed Clotting Disorder

4:40 - Facing a Life-Threatening Pulmonary Embolism

7:10 - Moving Beyond Medication: Advanced Clot Removal

9:35 - How Patient Participation Drives Medical Innovation

12:00 - The Next Generation of Vascular Care

GET FREE MEDICAL SUPPORT & ACCESSIBLE RESOURCES

If you or someone you know is dealing with deep vein thrombosis, severe leg pain, swelling, or vascular complications, find absolute support with our completely free community connections:


Free Vascular Resources & Specialist Connections: https://www.padhelp.org


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Call the Leg Saver Hotline: 1-833-PAD-LEGS (1-833-723-5347)


Join the Private Facebook Support Group: http://www.PADsupportGroup.org


Stream Live Radio Every Saturday Morning on AM 1220 KDOW or visit: https://www.theheartofinnovation.org #PulmonaryEmbolism #VascularHealth #BloodClotSurvival #MedicalInnovation #TheHeartOfInnovation #PatientAdvocacy #DVTPrevention 

What are the warning signs of a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), and how is medical innovation changing how we treat blood clots today? In this episode of The Heart of Innovation, hosts Kim McNicholas and interventional cardiologist Dr. John Phillips sit down with Richard Davis, an engineer and medical developer whose life was completely rewritten after being hit by a truck at 23 years old. Richard shares his gripping story of survival—from being pinned inside a vehicle to developing life-threatening blood clots, surviving severe pulmonary embolisms, and ultimately transitioning his expertise into creating vascular medical devices that save lives. Discover how modern medical advancements are moving beyond standard medical therapy to actively remove clots and restore blood flow safely. TIMESTAMPS & CHAPTERS 0:00 - The Accident That Changed Everything 2:15 - Living with an Undiagnosed Clotting Disorder 4:40 - Facing a Life-Threatening Pulmonary Embolism 7:10 - Moving Beyond Medication: Advanced Clot Removal 9:35 - How Patient Participation Drives Medical Innovation 12:00 - The Next Generation of Vascular Care GET FREE MEDICAL SUPPORT & ACCESSIBLE RESOURCES If you or someone you know is dealing with deep vein thrombosis, severe leg pain, swelling, or vascular complications, find absolute support with our completely free community connections: <ul> <li> Free Vascular Resources & Specialist Connections: <a class="x_gmail-ng-star-inserted" title="https://www.padhelp.org/" href="https://www.padhelp.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="5">https://www.padhelp.org</a> </li> <li> Learn More About Enrolling in Clinical Trials: <a class="x_gmail-ng-star-inserted" title="https://www.padtrials.org/" href="https://www.padtrials.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="6">https://www.padtrials.org</a> </li> <li> Call the Leg Saver Hotline: 1-833-PAD-LEGS (1-833-723-5347) </li> <li> Join the Private Facebook Support Group: <a class="x_gmail-ng-star-inserted" title="http://www.padsupportgroup.org/" href="http://www.padsupportgroup.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="7">http://www.PADsupportGroup.org</a> </li> <li> Stream Live Radio Every Saturday Morning on AM 1220 KDOW or visit: <a class="x_gmail-ng-star-inserted" title="https://www.theheartofinnovation.org/" href="https://www.theheartofinnovation.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="8">https://www.theheartofinnovation.org</a> #PulmonaryEmbolism #VascularHealth #BloodClotSurvival #MedicalInnovation #TheHeartOfInnovation #PatientAdvocacy #DVTPrevention </li> </ul>

All of us have the power to create change. The advances in technology are now such that if you have an idea, it’s easier than ever to execute on it. “Kym McNicholas On Innovation” shares the journeys of successful entrepreneurs, innovators, and investors from around the world who will inspire you to create your own financial independence. The show also features some of the most advanced technologies you’ve never heard of that could be have an impact on your life, your business, and your career. 

Regular featured segments include “The Edge” which highlights businesses that are game-changing in the enterprise. Plus, each week in “HealthTech”, you’ll hear about a company that’s creating better, safer, faster, and cheaper technologies that will improve patient care and lower costs. And in our “Female Seeking Startup” series hear the success stories of some of the most powerful women who are creating game-changing technologies.

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The Heart of Innovation with Kym McNicholas

The Heart of Innovation is 60 minutes with life and limb saving potential. Emmy Award-winning Journalist and Patient Navigator Kym McNicholas and Interventional Cardiologist Dr. John Phillips discuss new exciting ideas and innovation in healthcare. They tackle some of the greatest barriers to timely, effective patient care and discuss solutions with physicians, clinicians, policy makers, and most importantly, patients.

The Heart of Innovation is 60 minutes with life and limb saving potential. Emmy Award-winning Journalist and Patient Navigator Kym McNicholas and Interventional Cardiologist Dr. John Phillips discuss new exciting ideas and innovation in healthcare. They tackle some of the greatest barriers to timely, effective patient care and discuss solutions with physicians, clinicians, policy makers, and most importantly, patients.