Most prosthetic users still manage comfort with socks, a system that’s decades old. Vessel Prosthetics, led by CEO Sydney Robinson, is tackling the biggest pain point in lower-limb prosthetics: poor fit.
From automatic adjustment technology to a clear reimbursement path, Sydney shares how Vessel is positioned to dominate a half-billion-dollar market.
Episode breakdown:
0:00 – Why Sydney Chose Prosthetics
0:38 – Back From LSI & Discovering Sydney’s Pitch
1:15 – Meet Sydney Robinson & Vessel Prosthetics
2:12 – Sydney’s Background & Path to Prosthetics
3:48 – The Big Problem in Prosthetic Fit
5:11 – The Sock Analogy & Comfort Issues
6:18 – Why It’s Called Vessel
7:37 – Product Walkthrough & How It Works
11:44 – Business Model & Market Opportunity
12:39 – Why Vessel Can Dominate the Market
13:52 – Pricing, Reimbursement & Competitive Edge
17:22 – Overcoming “Not Sexy” Industry Perception
19:18 – US Amputee Stats & Global Growth
21:16 – Regulatory Pathway & Launch Timeline
21:55 – Beachhead Market & Early Adopters
23:25 – B2B Model With Consumer Influence
25:40 – Handling Direct Patient Interest
27:38 – Who Is Not a Fit for Vessel
28:49 – What Sydney Would Do With $100M
30:06 – Direct-to-Consumer Possibilities
34:32 – Industry Consolidation & Exits
36:30 – Key Industry Players
37:58 – Why the Product Resonates With Patients
38:41 – Upcoming Conferences & Events
39:25 – Closing & Call to Action
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