Diagnostic Guru
Diagnostic Guru
Podcast Description
"Diagnostic Guru" shines a spotlight on the remarkable journeys of women in science who are driving innovation and creating changes. We delve into their paths to leadership, exploring the challenges they've overcome and the triumphs they've achieved. Each episode features in-depth conversations that reveal their journeys, the science behind the groundbreaking products that change healthcare, offering listeners a unique glimpse into the challenges in making change. We celebrate the resilience, ingenuity, and expertise of these women, providing inspiration and insight for aspiring woman and anyone fascinated by the intersection of science and leadership. Join us as we uncover the stories behind the discoveries that are shaping the future of healthcare.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes of leadership in science, innovation, and healthcare, with episodes that explore specific challenges and victories in the field. For instance, the inaugural episode features Dr. Dorottya Nagy-Szakal discussing her pivotal role during the COVID-19 pandemic and the implementation of cutting-edge diagnostics, exemplifying the intersection of science and societal impact.
“Diagnostic Guru” shines a spotlight on the remarkable journeys of women in science who are driving innovation and creating changes. We delve into their paths to leadership, exploring the challenges they’ve overcome and the triumphs they’ve achieved. Each episode features in-depth conversations that reveal their journeys, the science behind the groundbreaking products that change healthcare, offering listeners a unique glimpse into the challenges in making change. We celebrate the resilience, ingenuity, and expertise of these women, providing inspiration and insight for aspiring woman and anyone fascinated by the intersection of science and leadership. Join us as we uncover the stories behind the discoveries that are shaping the future of healthcare.
Guest Title – Dr. Lesley Northrop, Founder, LDGI and Host, Diagnostic Guru Podcast
Wait! I recognize her. Isn’t she the host, not the guest? Normally, yes, but not today. On an all new episode (and Season!) of Diagnostic Guru, we take a step back to fully introduce you to our host, Dr. Lesley Northrop.
In the current economic environment, it’s tough being an entrepreneur in biotech and no one knows that better than Lesley. She is the Founder and Managing Partner of Laboratory Diagnostics & Genomics Innovation, LLC and the Founder and Host of the podcast, Diagnostic Guru. Voted as a Top 100 Innovator in 2025 by Redwood Media Group, Dr. Northrop is an expert at helping companies take their diagnostic products from ideation to implementation, leveraging her clinical and scientific expertise as well as her business acumen to drive commercial success.
On the show today, Lesley gives her perspective on how the biotech industry has changed over the last 10 years, what scares her most about the current state of affairs, and what advice she would give anyone looking to invest. Oh, and she shares her own good, bad, and ugly. You won’t want to miss that!
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