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2024 Update Market Study – Mapping the Growth Potential

November 11th, 2024

November 11, 2024 The USD Discovery District’s recent market study update provides a comprehensive look into the shifting landscape of biotech, life sciences, and medtech, with a particular focus on South Dakota’s potential as an emerging hub in these industries. This study reveals that 2024 is set to be a year of recovery and growth, […]

Shaping Connected Health from Small-Town South Dakota Roots

October 5th, 2024

October 5, 2024 In this episode of our podcast, we are joined by Bill Betten, an engineer turned entrepreneur and is the President of Betten System Solutions and Director of Solutions – Medtech at S3 Connected Health. Bill shares his fascinating journey from a small-town upbringing to becoming a leading figure in medtech, with a […]

Democratizing Medical Testing & Health Data

August 5th, 2024

August 5, 2024 In this episode of our podcast, we are joined by Dr. Neel Patel, a visionary entrepreneur, co-founder, and CEO of ZiO Health. Dr. Patel shares his inspiring journey from practicing medicine to becoming a leading innovator in the healthcare technology sector, driven by a mission to improve patient care through advanced diagnostic […]

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