S2 Ep 16 Juliana Elstad CEO Vibrato Medical

What drives someone to challenge the status quo inhealthcare—and keep pushing, even when the door is slammed shut?In this episode of She Leads Biotech, we sit down withJuliana Elstad, CEO of Vibrato Medical, whose personal story is as powerful as her professional mission. From growing up in the Soviet Union and watching her sister battle a chronic illness, to navigating bias in corporate boardrooms,Juliana shares how loss, grit, and purpose fueled her path into MedTech leadership.You’ll hear how she forced her way into a Fortune 500company—literally—and why she believes entrepreneurship offers a powerful route for women seeking flexibility and impact. We talk career resilience, breaking barriers, and how Vibrato Medical is working to transform treatment forperipheral vascular disease.  Chapters00:00 Journey into Healthcare: A Personal Story12:01 Navigating the Medical Technology Landscape23:54 Empowering Women in Healthcare35:59 Future Aspirations and Advice for Newcomers