Q&A: Medtronic CEO Discusses Challenges Of Taking Helm During COVID-19, Exciting Innovations, More

In an exclusive interview with Medtech Insight Medtronic CEO Geoff Martha discussed his experience not just taking the reins at the start of the pandemic, but also adjusting the company to meet public need.

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In a lengthy exclusive sit-down with Medtech Insight, Medtronic CEO Geoff Martha talked about his transition into the new job at the start of the coronavirus pandemic, some second thoughts on how aggressive he was on mergers and acquisitions, the upcoming technologies he’s most excited about, and more.

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