# Episode 248 | Aileen Helsel, Director of Innovation at Carilion Clinic | Cultivating a Thriving MedTech Ecosystem in Roanoke, Virginia

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Podcast: [Project Medtech](https://stenobird.com/podcast/project-medtech-601743)
Published: 2026-02-09T06:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, Duane Mancini welcomes Aileen Helsel, Director of Innovation at Carilion Clinic, to discuss the exciting advancements in healthcare innovation in Roanoke, Virginia. Aileen shares her journey from academia to technology transfer and ultimately to her current role, emphasizing the transition from research to real-world application. They explore Carilion Clinic's unique position serving a diverse population, including rural communities, and how this drives impactful healthcare solutions. Aileen Helsel LinkedIn Carilion Clinic Innovation Duane Mancini LinkedIn Project Medtech Website Project Medtech LinkedIn Thank you to our sponsors: Ward Law and JumpStart Inc .

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