The Medical Device R&d Handbook

Written for medical device designers, biomedical engineering students, physician entrepreneurs, and medical device entrepreneurs, this reference explains the basics on how to prototype and develop a medical device. It discusses the basics of plastics, adhesives, medical needles, and rapid prototyping as well as tips and tools to save time and money. This updated and expanded second edition includes practical advice, information on intellectual property management, and insightful interviews from key opinion leaders and pioneers in the field. Extensive references at the end of each chapter enhance additional study.

Author: Theodore R. Kucklick
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 12/05/2012
Pages: 510
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.70lbs
Size: 9.30h x 6.20w x 1.10d
ISBN: 9781439811894

About the Author

Theodore R. Kucklick has extensive experience in the hands-on design and commercial development of medical devices, including radio frequency ablation devices, microwave catheters for minimally invasive therapy, in-home diagnostics devices, surgical closure devices, battery-powered devices, disposables, and general surgery tools. Ted is currently the cofounder, CEO, and CTO for Cannuflow, Inc., an arthroscopic instrument start-up company, and design director for TRKD Medical Device R&D, a medical device design and development company. Ted is the inventor of more than 40 U.S. and international patents, and he is a member of the IEEE/Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, the Industrial Designers Society of America, and the Association of Medical Illustrators.