Andrés J. Calderón, PhD
HAVERTOWN,PA
Summary
Seasoned Biomedical and Biomechanical Engineering Consultant with 16 years in forensic investigations and litigation support. Specializes in slip/trip-and-fall incidents, automobile construction, and biomedical device evaluations. Manages over 10 cases monthly, performing in-depth analyses and site examinations. Delivered deposition and trial testimony in over 60 cases, showcasing expertise in legal strategy and case coordination.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Biomechanical / Biomedical Engineer/Vice President
Consulting Engineers & Scientists, Inc.
Malvern, USA
01.2010 - Current
- conducted biomechanical and biomedical assessments of physical trauma and injury, examined human motion dynamics, and analyzed injuries from automotive, industrial construction, slip-trip-and-fall incidents, sporting events, and amusement rides.
- evaluated the safety and adequacy of consumer and medical products, including medical devices, implants, and pharmaceutical delivery systems.
- evaluated vascular conditions caused by trauma and medical equipment.
- delivered lectures and seminars on biomechanical and biomedical applications related to accident evaluation.
Research Fellow
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Philadelphia, USA
04.2006 - 01.2010
- Designed and experimented with targeted drug delivery vehicles, analyzing anatomy and physiology of human vasculature and organs in physiological biomechanical conditions to enhance therapeutic efficacy.
- Developed testing protocols and medical testing devices; collected, analyzed, documented, and interpreted data to ensure reliability and accuracy of results.
- Developed testing protocols for medical devices, products, and tools.
Collected, analyzed, documented, and interpreted complex data sets.
Mentored and led teams of scientists and engineers to enhance performance.
Lecturer
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, USA
09.2007 - 01.2010
- Instructed undergraduate and graduate courses in biomechanics and biomaterials, fostering students' understanding of advanced engineering concepts.
- Facilitated Engineering Principles of Human Physiology, analyzing systems-level physiology and exploring the relationship between bone, muscle injuries, and human motion kinematics.
- Thought courses in Biomechanics and Biomaterials relate the application of statics and dynamics to musculoskeletal system force analyses, biomechanics of soft and hard tissues, microstructure and mechanical properties of human joint biomechanics, classification and bulk properties of implantable materials, and how these relate to torsional loading and bending.
- Additional courses included Continuum Biomechanics, which covered deformation kinematics, stress, conservation of mass, momentum, energy, and failure of bone and soft tissue (tendons, ligaments, vessels, etc.).
- Delivered Transport Processes of Living Systems, integrating fluid mechanics and mass transport principles applied to biomedical devices and living systems.
Graduate Student Research Assistant
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, USA
08.2002 - 05.2006
- Conducted research on gas embolotherapy to block blood flow to tumors, contributing to advancements in cancer treatment.
- Utilized theoretical, experimental, and computational models to analyze gas bubble behavior in microcirculation of brain, lung, kidney, and liver, enhancing understanding of embolotherapy.
- Investigated formation of gas emboli from various causes and potential treatment methods, aiming to improve patient outcomes in embolotherapy.
- Delivered lectures on fluid mechanics and biotransport as a substitute instructor.
- The University of Michigan is a major public research university located in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Undergraduate Researcher
Purdue University
West Lafayette, USA
06.2000 - 08.2000
- Conducted mechanical testing of naturally occurring biomaterials for ligament, tendon, abdominal graft, vocal cord, and other tissue implants to assess their viability.
- The research involved the use of tensile, porosity, ball bursting, and dehydration/hydration tests of various biomaterials.
- Measured deformation, strength, and failure of various biomaterials against healthy connective tissue to evaluate performance under realistic conditions.
- Studied ligament and tendon properties alongside joint biomechanics to advance understanding of tissue repair and functionality.
- The repair of these tissues could allow patients to regain the functionality of motion and strength in certain joints and organs.
- Purdue University is a public research university located in West Lafayette, Indiana.
Education
Ph.D. - Biomedical Engineering
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI01-2006
Master of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI01-2003
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Puerto Rico
Mayaguez, PR01-2001
Skills
- Medical device evaluation
- Scientific record review
- Technical reporting
- Research and data analysis
- Deposition and trial experience
- Scientific concept analysis
- Cross-functional communication
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Teaching and tutoring
- Technical writing
- Case management and peer review
Affiliations
- Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES)
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
- American Physical Society (APS)
- Tau Beta Pi, Engineering Honor Society
- American Society for Testing and Materials International (ASTM)
- Member of Committee F-13: Safety and Traction for Footwear
- Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) by the National Playground Safety Institute (NPSI)
Certification
Engineer in training, Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, USA, 01/01/01
Awards
- NIH Supplemental Fellowship for Air Embolism Research, 01/01/08
- Post Doctoral Fellowship Recipient, NRSA, Department of Anesthesiology, UPENN, 01/01/06
- Minority Supplement Fellowship for Gas Embolotherapy, 01/01/02
- Rackham NSF Fellowship Award, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 01/01/01
Continuing Education
- 3D High Definition Laser Scanner Training
- Training in 3D Computer Modeling Using Point Cloud Data
- Scientific and technical writing course with certification, UPENN, Philadelphia, PA
- Summer medical training program, UPR, San Juan, PR
Languages
Spanish
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Biomechanical / Biomedical Engineer/Vice President
Consulting Engineers & Scientists, Inc.
01.2010 - Current
Lecturer
University of Pennsylvania
09.2007 - 01.2010
Research Fellow
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
04.2006 - 01.2010
Graduate Student Research Assistant
University of Michigan
08.2002 - 05.2006
Undergraduate Researcher
Purdue University
06.2000 - 08.2000
Ph.D. - Biomedical Engineering
University of Michigan
Master of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Puerto Rico