Vasudev Nambakam
Morgan Hill,USA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Stryker Endoscopy, pioneering in surgical visualization and innovation management. Spearheaded the development of groundbreaking medical devices, generating over $500 million in annual revenue. Hands-on expert in system architecture and adept at fostering a culture of innovation and mentorship. Achieved significant advancements in medical technology, enhancing patient care and surgical outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Technology Officer
SmartSurgN Inc.
San Jose, CA
10.2017 - Current
- The Surgical Visualization System including Laparoscope, Endoscopic Camera, Light Source and Display has been approved by the FDA via 510(k); the Insufflator is in the application process.
- The Versatile Surgical Robotic Arm with associated Controller and Recorder based on Xilinx Zynq and Nvidia Jetson Xavier platform is in the R&D phase.
- Created Product Roadmap, Scalable Hardware Architecture and Vendor relationships in US/India to develop and deliver PCBAs, Embedded/FPGA/GPU software to meet the business timelines and in compliance with standards.
- Created a vendor relationship in Japan to develop and deliver a Visualization Camera System.
- Performed over a dozen animal labs to enhance and validate the performance of the system.
- Protected the investment with worldwide patent applications, with applications in China being approved first, based on business priorities.
- Developed and implemented technology strategies to meet business objectives.
- Lead Auditor for QMS implementation for ISO 13485 / ISO 14971 compliance for the Malaysia facility. ISO certification obtained from TUV since 2023.
Director, Advanced Development
Stryker Endoscopy
San Jose, CA
08.2013 - 08.2017
- Identify and develop disruptive technologies in visualization, insufflation, and clinical workflow in minimally invasive procedures.
- Responsible for directing principal engineers (optical, mechanical, software), and managers (IP and execution) in technology research and development.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Analyzed data to inform decision-making and strategic direction.
- Promoted a culture of innovation and encouraged staff to contribute ideas.
- Monitored industry trends to identify opportunities for expansion and innovation.
Principal Architect/Engineer
Stryker Endoscopy
San Jose, CA
08.2009 - 08.2013
- Managed senior staff engineers to create next-generation visualization solutions for endoscopic surgical procedures.
- Architect of the first NIR Endoscopy Visualization Solution, using the standard 3-Chip Sensor and Laser-augmented Light Source.
- Architect of the first articulating tip laparoscope, including an image processing console.
- Products launched created annual revenue of over $500 million.
Staff Engineer
Stryker Endoscopy
San Jose, CA
08.2005 - 08.2009
- Managed directly and indirectly teams of electrical engineers, including several PhDs, to deliver state-of-the-art visualization solutions for endoscopic surgical procedures.
- The role involved architecting the visualization cameras, light sources, and displays for software/hardware implementation, and managing the team to deliver the product to market in conformance with ISO 9001/13485, ISO 14971, IEC 62304, and IEC 60601 requirements.
- Supported processes for 21 CFR 820 and MDD.
- Revenues from these devices were over $100 million annually.
- Integrated Chip-On-Tip technologies for Colonoscopes and Gastroscopes, Wireless Video Technologies for Surgical Display
Senior Design/Design Engineer
Stryker Endoscopy
San Jose, CA
08.2001 - 08.2005
- Prototyped a medical wireless camera based on UWB technology, and a footswitch based on Bluetooth technology.
- Designed and launched the first medical HD endoscopic camera, an endoscopic camera with a FireWire (IEEE 1394) interface, and a battery-operated fluid alarm.
- Worked closely with suppliers to source components needed for prototype builds.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding product performance or reliability issues.
Education
Professional Education - No-Code AI & ML, Building Data Science Solutions
MIT
Boston, MA05-2023
Professional Education - Imaging And Visualization in Radiology
Stanford
Palo Alto, CA12.2013
MBA - Entrepreneurship
University of California, Berkeley
USA08.2010
Ph.D. - Electrical Engineering
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, USA05.2001
Master of Science - Electrical Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology, Madras
INDIA03.1997
Bachelor of Engineering - Instrumentation Engineering
Birla Institute of Technology And Science
Pilani, INDIA07.1993
Skills
- New product introductions
- Risk management
- System architecture
- Innovation management
- Training and mentoring
- Technology road-mapping
- Proficiency in Surgical Visualization
Affiliations
- Snowboarder, RV enthusiast, Private Pilot, Equestrian-dad, Doodle-dad
Patents
- US20230190083A1, 06/22/23, Visualization System with Real-time Imaging Function
- WO2021249099A1, 12/16/21, Structure for maintaining Insufflation Pressure and Flow
- 10,687,697, 06/23/20, Endoscopic Light Source and Imaging System
- 10,670,817, 06/02/20, Endoscopic Light Source
- US2014/0275764A1, 09/18/14, System for obtaining clear endoscope images
- 8,558,880, 10/15/13, Wireless Operating Room Communication System including video output device and video display
- 8,545,396, 10/01/13, Wireless Endoscopic Camera
- 9,172,886, 10/27/15, Method and apparatus for wirelessly synchronizing image shutter of image sensor and light source
- 9,459,415, 10/04/16, Endoscopic Light source having a feedback control system
- 9,681,858, 05/19/15, Foot-operated control console for wirelessly controlling medical devices
Certification
- Lead Auditor for ISO 13485:2016, Velocity360, April 24, 2023.
- ISO 9001:2000 36 Hour Lead Auditor with Medical Device Focus (ISO 13485), AQS Management, May 09, 2008.
Timeline
Chief Technology Officer
SmartSurgN Inc.
10.2017 - Current
Director, Advanced Development
Stryker Endoscopy
08.2013 - 08.2017
Principal Architect/Engineer
Stryker Endoscopy
08.2009 - 08.2013
Staff Engineer
Stryker Endoscopy
08.2005 - 08.2009
Senior Design/Design Engineer
Stryker Endoscopy
08.2001 - 08.2005
Professional Education - No-Code AI & ML, Building Data Science Solutions
MIT
Professional Education - Imaging And Visualization in Radiology
Stanford
MBA - Entrepreneurship
University of California, Berkeley
Ph.D. - Electrical Engineering
University of Notre Dame
Master of Science - Electrical Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology, Madras
Bachelor of Engineering - Instrumentation Engineering
Birla Institute of Technology And Science
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