Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. Meet the supremely talented Song Seto, PhD, RAC in our latest Excellence Spotlight interview. Song is a Principal in our RA/QA practice. With a rich background from University of California, Berkeley and Georgia Institute of Technology , as well as experience as a lead review...
Feb 27, 2024•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Summary This discussion provides a high-level overview of the current state of artificial intelligence (AI) in in vitro diagnostics (IVDs). The conversation between Director of IVD Intelligence and Innovation, Margot Borgel, and Principal Regulatory Scientist, Bethany Chung, Ph.D., RAC, covers several aspects of AI in IVDs, including its use in diagnosis and predictive algorithms, aiding in the diagnostic workflow, supporting performance testing, and assisting in regulatory efforts. The importan...
Feb 20, 2024•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. Meet RQM+ Director of Biological Evaluation Consulting, Taryn Meade , in our latest Excellence Spotlight interview! Jaishankar Kutty, Ph.D. describes her as "elegant, talented, quietly confident, and always understated," but we're not going to be understated her...
Feb 19, 2024•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Hear Jaishankar Kutty, Ph.D. 's four-minute summary on MDCG 2023-7 and how you can benefit from attending next week's RQM+ Live! panel discussion: New Clinical Evidence Pathways for Legacy and New Devices . RSVP for the 22 February event here. Why are we talking about this? To address and clarify potential misinterpretations of Article 61, Items 4, 5, and 6, highlighted by the formation of an MDCG task force. End goal of next week's panel? To answer audience questions and provide a r...
Feb 15, 2024•4 min•Transcript available on Metacast In connection with the FDA s recent approval of Edwards Lifesciences transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement device, here is some commentary from RQM+ Vice President of Intelligence & Innovation, Jaishankar Kutty, Ph.D. , about the importance of the benefit-risk story within the target patient population under the aegis of the state of the art and standard of care, in justifying the quantity of clinical data. Jai also discusses certain aspects of uncertainty that will face other followers ...
Feb 14, 2024•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. From bioengineering student at theUniversity of Pittsburghto PMCF study leader, meet Garrett Jeffries, PhD in our newest Excellence Spotlight interview. A snapshot of Garretts background and impact to RQM+ clients: Bioengineering Brilliance : Garrett has built a career that b...
Feb 13, 2024•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. Elizabeth Starling went from law school aspirations to becoming a force in regulatory affairs and clinical research as a Senior Consultant at RQM+. Hear her story in our newest Excellence Spotlight interview. Just a snippet of what sets Elizabeth apart: Deep Regulatory Knowle...
Feb 06, 2024•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast New MedTech Voices Episode: Sally Sennitt and Jaishankar Kutty, Ph.D. dissect the expert panel's review of a groundbreaking extravascular implantable cardiac defibrillator (ICD) and offer insights into regulatory challenges and cardiac care innovation. Takeaways: Expert Review Insights for a Novel Extravascular ICD : Get an insider's perspective on the stringent review process by the EU expert panel, including the critical evaluation of safety, efficacy, and novel features of the device....
Feb 05, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. A seasoned expert in global regulatory affairs and project management, Senior Manager Laurie Pettit, PMP shares her journey in our newest Excellence Spotlight interview. Here's why Laurie is an invaluable asset to RQM+ and our clients: Global Regulatory Savvy : From her b...
Jan 30, 2024•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast MedTech Moments are a curated selection of the most impactful snippets from our expert panel discussions. This clip was taken from RQM+ Live! #72 EU MDR Timelines and Fine Lines: Unraveling Critical Transition Nuances to Gain Compliance . What makes a good EU MDR program from a maintenance perspective? We answered this question in RQM+ Live! #72, featuring: Sharmila Gardner Technical Documentation Manager & Head of UK Approved Body, Intertek Brian Dahl Vice President of Quality and Regulator...
Jan 29, 2024•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. Meet Nicholas Wilson , Ph.D. Principal, Clinical and Post-Market Practice in our new Excellence Spotlight interview. What makes Nicholas special? A lot! Please listen to his story in the interview, but here are just a few reasons RQM+ clients love working with Nicholas: Globa...
Jan 26, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Have you seen the proposed amendments to MDR and IVDR published this week? Margot Borgel, Ph.D. and Jaishankar Kutty, Ph.D. sat down to discuss the details of this proposal, the potential impacts to manufacturers, and some questions and concerns surrounding this proposal. All current transition timelines have been extended by 2.5 years with new deadlines ranging from 31 December 2027 for highest risk devices to 31 December 2029 for the lower risk devices. There are some conditions around these t...
Jan 24, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast This show was recorded 18 January 2024. Download the slides from this presentation (including bonus slides not presented) by submitting the form on this page . Please join us live for future shows and ask your own questions! We hold one RQM+ Live! panel discussion per month and you can sign up at the Knowledge Center or Events pages at RQMplus.com. Thank you for tuning in. Brief With the forthcoming restrictions on Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), medical device manufacturers are on t...
Jan 22, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. 2 things we're excited about today... 1. Our new Excellence Spotlight interview featuring RQM+ Senior Principal and former FDA-er Alexia Haralambous a mastermind in spinal devices and global regulatory affairs. 2. Alexia has just been added as a panelist to next week'...
Jan 10, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. Happy new year! We're bringing the most positive energy we can to start 2024 with a heartwarming and uplifting RQM+ Excellence Spotlight interview with Niki Caporali Spaniel, RAC . Niki's journey blends a deep-seated passion for healthcare with an extremely impressive...
Jan 02, 2024•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. This week's Excellence Spotlight shines on a standout member of our clinical and post-market team, Senior Consultant / Capability Manager, Lindsay Wright . A snapshot of what Lindsay brings to RQM+ and our clients Biomedical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Ingenuit...
Dec 20, 2023•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast After a lull which has now picked up with FDA approvals, what's next for renal denervation? RQM+ VP of Intelligence and Innovation Jaishankar Kutty, Ph.D. shares the knowns and unknowns in a new video clip. Quick summary Renal denervation is a technology that aims to control blood pressure by disrupting renal nerve activity through a minimally invasive, irreversible procedure. Clinical trial data is mixed, with modest reductions in blood pressure observed. Skepticism and uncertainties surrou...
Dec 19, 2023•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. Today's Excellence Spotlight features Principal RA/QA Rostislav Stoykov . With a strong foundation in biomedical and clinical engineering, Rostislav has masterfully navigated the complex regulatory landscape and made significant contributions in the medical device industr...
Dec 12, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Hear Jaishankar Kutty, Ph.D. discuss the critical impact of PFAS phase-out on medical device manufacturing and then, RSVP to our January 2024 event for exclusive downloadable content. We hope you find Jai's commentary to be an excellent summary of the topic! Our January presentation and panel, Exiting PFAS: A Strategic Blueprint for Medical Device Manufacturers , will go significantly deeper, providing proactive strategies to navigate this major shift. A few quick takeaways from Jai's cl...
Dec 11, 2023•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast This show was recorded 30 November 2023 and can be viewed on our website here . To join us live for future shows and ask your own questions, please view and sign up for upcoming events in our Knowledge Center . We have a ton of on-demand content there, too. Thank you for tuning in! Takeaways LDTs have historically been subject to enforcement discretion by the FDA, but as they have become more complex and used in higher-risk settings, the FDA is proposing regulations to ensure their safety and ef...
Dec 05, 2023•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. The plus is the people at RQM+ and today's Excellence Spotlight features Torrie DeGennaro , a star in biomedical engineering and quality assurance at RQM+. Torrie's innovative approach to PMCF data collection has been pivotal in securing MDR certification for numerous...
Dec 04, 2023•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. Today's Excellence Spotlight proudly features our Director of Global Audit Practice, Dr. Richard Freeman . Richard's journey from academia to industry has made him a standout expert in product development, process development, and quality systems, to name just a few. ...
Nov 29, 2023•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. In today's , we're extremely excited to feature Senior Consultant Andrew Lakey , Ph.D. Andrew is a multidisciplinary scientist whose career spans academia, industry, and notified body experience, making him a vital asset to our IVD team. Key insights from our intervie...
Nov 21, 2023•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. "Stay ready so you don't have to get ready." Brandy Chittester , Senior Director of Clinical Operations In a new Excellence Spotlight interview, we're thrilled to talk with Brandy Chittester , a key figure in clinical research at RQM+. Brandy skillfully brid...
Nov 15, 2023•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. Our Excellence Spotlight series proudly showcases the technical excellence personified by our team. Senior Principal Engineer, Hrishikesh Gadagkar , Ph.D., stands as a paramount example of this dedication. Three highlights from our newest interview: Tech Trailblazer in Med De...
Nov 07, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sally Sennitt and Jaishankar Kutty, Ph.D. are starting off this week with plenty of good things to say in a new MedTech Voices video. This time, they unpack the EU MDRexpert panel's evaluation of a novel resorbable device aimed at revolutionizing hernia repair procedures. Why watch (or listen) Scrutinizing the Longevity of Resorbable Devices: Understand the balance between durability and resorption rates in implantable devices and why this matters for patient outcomes. Exploring the Interpla...
Nov 06, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. Meet Senior Director of Project Management Cari Kniola in our newest Excellence Spotlight interview Cari navigates clinical trials with expertise and commitment. Her 26+ years of experience in clinical research elevates the capacity of RQM+ to serve clients and drive innovati...
Nov 01, 2023•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast This show was recorded 26 October 2023 and can be viewed on our website here . To join us live for future shows and ask your own questions, please view and sign up for upcoming events in our Knowledge Center . Thank you for tuning in! Listen in as Boston Scientific's Sr. Global Regulatory Intelligence & Advocacy Manager joined RQM+ experts for a special edition of our Live! show, all about the month's industry events! This session brings together insights from an array of events our ...
Oct 27, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. Our Excellence Spotlight series and host Jaishankar Kutty, Ph.D. are back this week with a feature on RQM+ Senior Project Manager, Ethan Elshoff, MPH, MBA . Three standout points from the interview: Mastery in Business Analytics and Healthcare Strategy : Ethan possesses a uni...
Oct 19, 2023•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our Excellence Spotlight series celebrates and showcases the remarkable journeys and achievements of RQM+ employees; the same employees who are committed to technical excellence and make a significant impact on our clients. Today we're shining the spotlight on Principal Consultant Dr. Catherine Kang ! We love this interview and hope you'll listen. With an engineering foundation, deep roots in biomaterials, cell biology, and tissue engineering, Catherine's expertise doesn't stop t...
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