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#354: Advice for MedTech Regulatory Affairs Professionals

Global Medical Device Podcast · 7 Feb 2024 · 44m · Episode 354

What this episode covers

Kavetha Ram, Regulatory Department Leader at Spectra Medical Devices and professor at Northeastern University, advises new regulatory affairs professionals on navigating the MedTech industry. She emphasizes that confidence stems from understanding one's unique background and the value of diverse perspectives in cross-functional teams. Ram highlights the importance of bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world regulatory changes, such as the EU MDR, through active networking and continuous learning.

Most relevant to

early-stage companies

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Mentioned

Companies
Spectra Medical Devices, BD
Tools
Greenlight Guru
Also
Northeastern University, RAPS, Stanford, FDA, EU MDR

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