Neurotechnology & Prosthetic Advancements with Dr. Christopher Duncan of BIOS

In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland welcomes Dr. Christopher Duncan, Chief Medical Officer at Biologic Input Output Systems (BIOS), for a groundbreaking discussion on the future of neurotechnology and prosthetics.

Christopher shares his journey from physician in physical medicine and rehabilitation to leader in neural interface technology, with a passion for restoring function and independence for individuals with limb loss. Together, Mike and Christopher dive into:

  • The intersection of advanced materials, neurophysiology, and machine learning in prosthetic development
  • Why current prosthetic options are like “Civil War technology” compared to what’s possible today
  • BIOS’s three-pillar approach to advancing prosthetic innovation
  • Patient success stories, including a veteran and a surgeon regaining life-changing abilities with robotic prosthetics
  • The role of registries in supporting early adopters and ensuring equitable access across regions
  • Privacy and legal concerns around brain-computer interfaces and nerve technology
  • The importance of partnerships among research labs, hospitals, and government agencies
  • Future applications in lower extremities, diabetes, vascular disease, and even paralysis cases

This episode highlights not just the technology, but the human impact of returning people to full employment, independence, and life satisfaction.

Bios Website: https://www.biologicinputoutputsystems.com/

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