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Brian Baker

Plainsboro,NJ

Summary

Clinical Specialist skilled in supporting complex neurosurgical procedures and advanced medical technologies. Excels in troubleshooting clinical systems and collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to ensure meaningful patient outcomes. Expertise includes electrophysiology, device programming, intraoperative case support, MRI-guided therapy, and software integration.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Laser Ablation Surgical Consultant II

Medtronic
New York City, NY
07.2025 - Current

Operated Visualase platform during MRI-guided neuroablation, interpreting real-time MR thermometry and treatment progression to enhance surgeon-directed decision-making.

Provided intraoperative clinical and technical support for MRI-guided laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) across multiple robotic and stereotactic laser-placement workflows.

Configured and troubleshot Visualase integration with Siemens and GE MRI systems, ensuring DICOM transfer, IP addressing, network/router configuration, and scanner-to-workstation connectivity functioned effectively.

Managed Northeast account coverage, coordinating neurosurgery, OR, MRI, radiology, and hospital IT teams to ensure seamless case execution and robust physician support.

Clinical Specialist

Medtronic
Washington, District of Columbia
01.2025 - 07.2025

Programmed and optimized DBS devices in clinic, utilizing active testing and patient symptom response to refine stimulation settings and enhance patient therapeutic outcomes.

Provided intraoperative clinical support for Stage I and II DBS procedures, including device support and troubleshooting.

Coordinated scheduling, education, and continuity of care among physicians, hospital teams, and patients.

Lead Application Specialist

Alpha Omega
Kansas City, Missouri
01.2024 - 12.2024

Provided optimal DBS lead placement recommendations, improving patient outcomes through high-level MER interpretation and stimulation threshold testing.

Introduced advanced clinical electrophysiological data acquisition technologies, enhancing diagnostic capabilities for neurosurgeons and neurologists.

Expanded Mid-Atlantic territory, generating new capital service contracts and consumable revenues by delivering exceptional service.

Represented Alpha Omega at the 2024 Society for Neuroscience Conference in Chicago, Illinois.

Application Specialist

Alpha Omega
Kansas City, Missouri
01.2023 - 12.2024

Provided on-site clinical support for Alpha Omega Technologies during DBS surgeries across Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions.

Executed installations, performance inspections, and preventative maintenance of Alpha Omega MER systems to enhance operational efficiency.

Provided technical troubleshooting for mechanical, motor, electrical, and software issues to ensure equipment reliability.

Showcased Alpha Omega technologies and advancements at the 2023 Society for Neuroscience Conference in Washington, DC.

Neuroimaging Research Technologist

Fralin Biomedical Research Institute
Roanoke, Virginia
06.2022 - 01.2023

Executed fMRI scans of participants' brains during neurocognitive decision-making tasks to investigate brain activity patterns.

Managed neuroimaging MRI studies by recruiting, screening, and scheduling research participants to ensure study integrity.

Collected real-time neurochemical recordings from Parkinson's patients during awake DBS surgery with MER.

Organized research data for analysis by the principal investigator, facilitating data-driven conclusions.

Head Track and Field Coach

Christiansburg Middle School
Christiansburg, Virginia
01.2022 - 06.2022

Developed running skills and techniques tailored to athletes' diverse experience levels, promoting individual growth.

Established team philosophy promoting self-confidence, self-discipline, and accountability.

Coordinated instruction for 60 middle school student-athletes, enhancing their overall skill development.

Built community through strong relationships with athletes and families, fostering a supportive team environment.

Division 1 Athlete

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, Virginia
08.2018 - 05.2022

Achieved two-time ACC men’s track & field championship title through rigorous training and competition.

Committed 35 hours weekly to practice, travel, and competition while balancing full academic load.

Led initiatives that strengthened teamwork and collaboration among peers through effective communication and support.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
05-2022

Skills

  • Laser Ablation
  • MRI system integration
  • Neuromodulation
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Clinical problem solving
  • High-pressure decision-making
  • Cross-functional communication
  • Adaptability and reliability

Timeline

Laser Ablation Surgical Consultant II

Medtronic
07.2025 - Current

Clinical Specialist

Medtronic
01.2025 - 07.2025

Lead Application Specialist

Alpha Omega
01.2024 - 12.2024

Application Specialist

Alpha Omega
01.2023 - 12.2024

Neuroimaging Research Technologist

Fralin Biomedical Research Institute
06.2022 - 01.2023

Head Track and Field Coach

Christiansburg Middle School
01.2022 - 06.2022

Division 1 Athlete

Virginia Tech
08.2018 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Virginia Tech
Brian Baker