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AI, Autonomy, and the Future of Innovation: From Smarter Surgeries to Self-Charging Drones
In this dual episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel explores two frontiers of disruption — with Dr. Sanjay Prasad of SurgiQuality, who’s using AI to make surgeries safer, cheaper, and more equitable, and Shaun Jafarian of CounterDrone, whose autonomous docking systems are redefining how drones launch, land, and power themselves.
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In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with Shaun Jafarian, CEO and founder of CounterDrone, to explore the groundbreaking technology that turns drones into truly autonomous systems.
CounterDrone builds drone-agnostic docking stations—smart “homes for flying robots”—that allow drones to launch, land, and recharge automatically with zero human involvement. These modular systems are reshaping how drones are used across public safety, security, agriculture, mining, inspection, and construction, giving organizations 24/7 autonomous capability.
💥 In This Episode:
How CounterDrone’s OmniDock design enables full drone autonomy
Why the company is leading the race for a universal drone charging standard
The business model behind hardware-as-a-subscription and recurring drone infrastructure revenue
The evolving FAA regulatory environment and how it shapes innovation
Lessons from building a profitable hardware startup with $1M+ in early sales
From military-grade engineering to commercial deployment, Shaun shares how CounterDrone is building the global infrastructure for autonomous air mobility — and what it means for the future of drones, investors, and cities worldwide.
🎧 Tune in to learn how CounterDrone is powering the next generation of innovative drone ecosystems—and why autonomy is the future of flight.
Learn More - https://counterdrone.com/
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“Disclaimer: This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice or a solicitation to invest. Invst Guru and its affiliates are not broker-dealers or investment advisers and do not make recommendations regarding any securities.
If any company mentioned is conducting a Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) raise, all investments must occur through an SEC-registered intermediary platform such as DealMaker Securities, StartEngine, Republic, or Wefunder. No investment terms or returns are discussed here.
Investing in private and early-stage companies involves significant risk, including loss of capital and illiquidity. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own due diligence and consult a licensed financial advisor before investing.
All opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not represent endorsements or partnerships by Invst Guru.”
🎤 Invst Guru Founder Series 🎤
In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with Dr. Sanjay Prasad, founder and CEO of SurgiQuality, to uncover how artificial intelligence and data-driven insights are reshaping the world of surgery.
After 30 years as a practicing surgeon in Washington D.C., Dr. Prasad saw firsthand how broken the healthcare referral system had become — with nearly 1 in 3 surgeries deemed unnecessary, costing the U.S. over $210 billion annually. SurgiQuality’s mission? To connect patients with the best outcome-based surgeons in their network using AI-powered analysis of real surgical records, not just referrals based on habit.
🎯 In This Episode:
How AI can identify and prevent unnecessary surgeries
The rise of transparency and accountability in healthcare
Why 92% of surgeries can be optimized through referral innovation
How SurgiQuality partners with Mayo Clinic, UPMC, and Fortune 500 employers to reduce costs and improve patient outcomes
The role of generative AI in scoring surgeon performance
How Dr. Prasad’s personal story and Race and Health Foundation are driving equity in surgical care
💡 Learn more: https://surgiquality.com
📘 Check out Race Forward: The Health Equity Guide for Employers at raceandhealthfoundation.org
#SurgiQuality #HealthcareInnovation #AIinMedicine #SurgeryTech #HealthEquity #StartupFunding #JeffFuzzyWenzel #InvstGuru #SanjayPrasad #HealthcareTransparency #MedicalAI #MayoClinic #UPMC #EmployerHealth #DigitalHealt
“Disclaimer: This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice or a solicitation to invest. Invst Guru and its affiliates are not broker-dealers or investment advisers and do not make recommendations regarding any securities.
If any company mentioned is conducting a Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) raise, all investments must occur through an SEC-registered intermediary platform such as DealMaker Securities, StartEngine, Republic, or Wefunder. No investment terms or returns are discussed here.
Investing in private and early-stage companies involves significant risk, including loss of capital and illiquidity. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own due diligence and consult a licensed financial advisor before investing.
All opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not represent endorsements or partnerships by Invst Guru.”
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