Keith Dangel

About Keith Dangel

Through Physician Direct, surgeons can learn about innovations, ask questions, and get compensated for their expertise, all without taking time away from their patients, practice, or family. No more long dinners hearing about products you will never use. Instead, we introduce you to three to five targeted technologies in focused 7, 11, or 15-minute meetings, all within the span of an hour.For medtech companies, I make sure your technology reaches the right surgeons. Rather than hoping trade shows deliver, I arrange live, private one-on-one meetings with only the surgeons performing the procedures your technology supports. The result is a higher ROI, stronger engagement, and genuine conversations that drive adoption forward.My background in spinal hardware sales and distribution, combined with years of working alongside surgeons, has taught me two key lessons: a surgeon’s time is priceless, and getting a new technology adopted is harder than ever. Physician Direct solves both challenges by creating a smarter and more efficient way to connect.If you are a surgeon who wants to stay sharp on new solutions without disrupting clinic, travel, or wandering exhibit halls, Physician Direct is for you. And if you are a marketing or sales leader looking for valuable engagement with your target surgeons so your product gets into the right hands and is adopted faster, let’s talk.

Experience

1. Director, Spine Service

   Physician Direct

   Jan 2024 — Present

   At ®, we revolutionize how surgeons evaluate new technologies. By solving the challenge of meaningful surgeon engagement, we deliver stellar ROI—without the high costs of trade shows or extensive sales travel:• Targeted Surgeon Access: Pre-screened prospects tailored to your criteria (KOLs, ASC owners, private practice leaders)• Flat-Rate Meeting Blocks: Choose 20, 15, or 12 meetings at affordable rates—no hidden fees• Engagement Metrics: Detailed post-meeting insights to track impact• Full-Service Logistics: We handle scheduling and follow-ups, so you can focus on showcasing your innovation : ® :• Evaluate products at your convenience, from anywhere• Discover curated solutions relevant to your practice• Receive compensation for your time, per industry standards.• Save time: Commit just 60–90 minutes over 2 days—no travel requiredJoin 450+ surgeons already transforming their practices with ®Stop waiting for surgeons to find your product. With ®, you\'ll connect directly with decision-makers. Ready to supercharge your launch? Let’s connect!

Education

• Furman University

  Bachelors, Health & Exercise Science

• Stanford University

  Certificate, AI in Healthcare

  2021

Skills

• Surgical Instruments
• Account Management
• Disposables
• Hospitals
• Sales
• Problem Solving
• Consultative Selling
• Product Marketing
• Orthopedic
• Cold Calling
• Surgeons
• Orthopedics
• Logistics
• Competitive Analysis
• New Business Development
• Contract Negotiation
• Selling
• Start-Ups
• Advertising
• Neurosurgery
• Spine
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Marketing Strategy
• Market Development
• Healthcare
• Capital Equipment
• Sales Operations
• Vascular
• Endoscopy
• Surgery
• Brand Development
• Medical Devices
• Fun
• Baseball
• Events
• Sales Process
• Territory
• Team Building