Officer Bios
Bruce Haggar, President
Over forty years of broad experience and management accomplishments in the Medical Device area including training, medical device engineering and development, manufacturing including process validation, and quality assurance systems. Regular presenter for various national meetings on medical device quality and regulation, editor of the Biomedical Quality Auditor Handbook, certifying consultant for FDA related compliance actions for large and small medical device manufacturers.
Sole independent/non-regulatory contractor to FDA and International Organizations to develop the content and audit structure for the Medical Device Single Audit Program.
Stephen Gent, Chief Technical Officer
Dr. Gent is engaged in a variety of cutting-edge research projects whose central theme is the development and application of high-fidelity computational models and techniques for improving the design of engineered and biological products and processes.
Examples of these projects include: CFD modeling of endovascular stent grafts used to repair thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms, CFD modeling of cryogenic systems to support high-energy particle physics research, and experimental and computational studies of processing systems to produce sustainable fuels and value added products in agricultural enterprises, to name a few.
His research employs holistic, innovative approaches in simulation-based science across multiple disciplines (engineering, medicine, computational science, and biological sciences). Dr. Gent strives for tangible outcomes in his research activities that positively contribute to the health, prosperity, and well-being of our society.
Dr. Gent has authored over 30 peer-reviewed publications and has been a PI or Co-PI on a variety of projects funded by the National Science Foundation, the US Department of Transportation, the US Department of Energy, and private industry.
Douglas Perry, Chief Product and Software Officer
A highly technical engineer with over 30 years experience in hardware and software. My focus recently has been in Artificial Intelligence. I do both AI software and AI hardware. I was just made a Google Development Expert in AI. Over the years I have developed and presented many seminars, training classes, sales presentation and marketing presentation. I have written a number of papers and a number of textbooks on Hardware Description Languages for use in system and chip design. I currently hold 7 patents.
Specialties: TensorFlow, Simulation, Synthesis, Formal Verification, VHDL, Verilog, SystemC, C, Deep Learning
Brian Kvamme, Chief Medical Officer
Brian Kvamme is a highly skilled Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) with extensive expertise in anesthesia administration, pain management, and optimizing operational efficiency in healthcare settings. With a deep understanding of staffing models, operating room workflows, and cost management, Brian has consistently contributed to enhanced patient care and streamlined clinical operations in both hospital and outpatient settings.
Brian provides expertise for medical device innovations and clinical applications. His commitment to advancing pain management techniques and improving clinical outcomes is complemented by his strategic approach to resource management and staff coordination.
Known for a patient-centric approach and a keen eye for efficiency, Brian brings a blend of clinical excellence and business acumen to every role, with a goal of improving both patient experience and institutional performance.