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The medical device news magazine is the latest source for industry scoop. In this article, we take a look at which executives are on the move.
As the medical device industry rapidly expands, so does the need for executive leadership. Recently, several top executives have made moves within the industry. Some have taken new positions at other companies, while others have started their own businesses. Here’s a look at who’s been making headlines lately.
Dr Vasili Karas Is Appointed to the ExplORer Surgical Advisory Board
“ExplORer is a game-changer in surgical efficiency, which I can confidently say after using it for months in my own OR. Surgeons everywhere can leverage this tool in a post-COVID world now focused more on the remote provision of care,” said Dr. Karas.
Jim Alwan Appointed President and CEO of Ventec Life Systems
Alwan brings to Ventec Life Systems extensive medical device leadership experience with more than 25 years of experience.
KA Imaging Appoints World-Renowned Radiologist, Dr. Philip Templeton, as Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Philip Templeton is most recently known as Cofounder and Chief Medical Officer of DocPanel Technologies.
Brian E. Miller, Ph.D. Is Appointed TMRW SVP of Sales – 25+ Plus Veteran of the Fertility Industry Executive
Miller will be responsible for bringing TMRW's innovative technology to fertility clinics in the United States.
Dr. Myron Rolle Appointed to Abiomed Board of Directors
Dr. Rolle will serve as a member of the Governance and Nominating Committee and Regulatory and Compliance Committee of the board. With the appointment of Dr. Rolle, the board now comprises of eight active directors.
Jim Schuermann, 25 Year Industry Veteran, Appointed President & Chief Executive Officer of Saluda Medical
Jim Schuermann joined Saluda Medical as President in June 2020. The company also announced that founder and CEO John Parker, Ph.D., will take on the new role of Chief Scientific Officer while remaining on the company's Board of Directors.
Dr. Kevin Fahey Appointed to illumiSonics Board of Directors
"Dr. Fahey brings commercial imaging domain expertise and industry-specific relationships to fully enable the power and unique capabilities of PARS as we fundamentally change the way the world looks at living tissue," said Rocky Ganske CEO.
Tamara Elias, M.D., Joins BehaVR, Inc. Board of Directors
Tamara Elias currently serves as Vice President and Head of Global Partnerships & Innovation at Merck & Co., Inc.
Gregg M. Gellman Appointed CEO of Open Implants: Offers Deep Medical Device Development & Manufacturing Business Development Experience
Gellman has more than 15 years of experience, leading and growing biomedical companies. He brings a unique and strong skill set to the company.
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