PRINTING THAT SAVES LIVES | Scott Hollister
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PRINTING THAT SAVES LIVES | Scott Hollister

What if doctors could design medical devices made just for you? In this episode of Holy Shift!, host Angela Gill Nelms talks with Dr. Scott Hollister, a biomedical engineer at Georgia Tech and Emory, about how 3D printing is changing medicine in powerful ways. Dr. Hollister shares real stories of how custom-made, 3D-printed devices have helped children breathe, recover, and survive when no standard treatment existed. From life-saving airway supports for babies to personalized medical tools to a one-of-a-kind medical mission involving a world leader, this conversation shows how engineering, creativity, and care come together to improve human health.

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About The Host: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in transforming bold ideas into impactful healthcare solutions. She serves as the Director of Biolocity, accelerating the commercialization of early-stage medical technologies developed at Emory University and Georgia Tech. She is also the Founder and CEO of The AGN Group, and the host of the Badass Leaders Podcast, where she champions courageous, compassionate leadership. Learn more at www.AngelaGillNelms.com.

Meet The HolyShift! Team:
  • Produced by: Erin Buckley and Zachary Danziger
  • Filming & Editing: Jackie Hampton
  • Logistics & Marketing Support: Katie Hart, The AGN Group
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Creators and Guests

Erin Buckley, Ph.D.
Producer
Erin Buckley, Ph.D.
Dr. Erin Buckley is a biomedical researcher specializing in non-invasive optical imaging of the brain. She earned her PhD in Physics and Astronomy from the University of Pennsylvania and completed postdoctoral fellowships at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Massachusetts General Hospital. Her work focuses on developing and applying diffuse correlation spectroscopy and near-infrared spectroscopy to measure cerebral blood flow, oxygenation, and metabolism—particularly in pediatric populations.
Jackie Hampton
Editor
Jackie Hampton
I am a senior at Emory University interested in the way cities work (especially my favorite city and hometown, Atlanta). My major in Interdisciplinary Studies offers me the opportunity to think about urban challenges and solutions from multiple perspectives, taking courses in Environmental Science, Anthropology, and Political Science. I am also completing an Architectural Studies minor, which includes both art history and studio courses.
Katie Hart
Designer
Katie Hart
Hi, I’m Katie! As Senior Client Relations Manager and Executive Podcast Producer at The AGN Group, I’m the go-to person who brings each podcast episode to life—from concept to launch—and the driving force behind branding, social media, and strategic partnerships.
Zachary Danziger
Producer
Zachary Danziger
Zachary Danziger is a researcher blending neuroscience, AI, and mathematical biology to understand how the nervous system enables fluid, natural movement. His work spans human-subjects studies, animal experiments, and algorithm development focused on neural control of motion, brain-computer interfaces, neurourology, and neural modulation of peripheral reflexes. Driven by new theories and insights, he aims to translate fundamental science into advances in physical therapy, human-machine collaboration, and neural health.