Wido Heeman is a MedTech innovator specialized in surgical innovation, currently serving as the Head of Surgical Innovation at LIMIS Development where he came in as first employee. With a strong background in biomedical engineering and technology, he focuses on advancing medical imaging techniques and medical devices, particularly in the realm of optical imaging.Wido is passionate about improving surgical outcomes through innovative solutions that enhance the precision and effectiveness of surgical procedures. His contributions to the field are underscored by his involvement in highly cited research at the university medical centre Groningen that demonstrated the capabilities of laparoscopic laser speckle contrast imaging in differentiating between well and poorly perfused anastomoses with the aim to reduce anastomotic leakage. He is committed to bridging the gap from bench to bedside.