Pedro Medrano has nearly 30 years of experience in the medical device industry across many sectors and in many roles:

• Lifesciences/Technical Background (Biological Sciences undergraduate coursework, BS Materials Science & Engineering at Stanford University)
• Business Acumen (MBA at Anderson School of Management, UCLA)
• Sector Experience (Implantable Cardiac Rhythm Management Devices; Surgical Ophthalmology – Intraocular Lenses, Corneal Inlays, Refractive Surgery; Vision Care/Contact Lenses; Medical Imaging, Dermatology/Aesthetics)
• Created a small-scale R&D facility from the ground up
• Trained/experienced in operating in regulated environments (St. Jude Medical/Abbott, Novartis, Philips Medical Systems, Roche Tissue Diagnostics)
• Formal training in Project/Program/Portfolio Management methodology
• Venture Creation experience (The Innovation Factory Medical Device Incubator/Accuitive Medical Ventures, Tech Launch Arizona)
• Licensing Experience (Head of Business Development & Licensing at CIBAVISION/Alcon/Novartis)
• Fundraising Experience (Investment/Startup Presentation to Top Tier VCs (Versant Ventures, SV Lifesciences, Accuitive Medical Ventures, DeNovo Ventures)
• VC-Backed Operating Experience (VP Engineering & Program Management, Acting Head of Regulatory Affairs: Several successful Investment rounds, FDA clearance, CE Mark, Early Commercialization/Supply Chain Development)

We have an extensive list of industry contacts and affiliates with whom we collaborate – from conceptual design & prototyping, product development, contract manufacturing consultants and contractors to clinical, regulatory, quality and reimbursement consultants. We speak their language and can quickly and effectively communicate your startup’s needs.