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Michael V. Ward — 510(k) & PMA Consultant (Cardiovascular/Neurology)

Senior Biomedical Consultant

Highly accomplished and results-driven Clinical & Regulatory Professional with extensive executive leadership experience in the medical device industry. Dr. Ward possesses a profound expertise in navigating complex regulatory pathways, including FDA [IDE/510(k)/PMA], CE Mark, and other international submissions. He excels in developing robust regulatory strategies, managing global clinical trials,...

Experience: 16+ years

Submissions: 50 510(k), 5 De Novo, 10 PMA

Expertise & Specializations

Regulatory Pathways

510(k)PMAIDEHDEBreakthrough Devices

Device Specialties

CardiovascularNeurologyRadiologyIVDOther

Regions Served

Michael V. Ward provides regulatory consulting services to clients in:

United States (FDA)European Union (MDR/IVDR)Asia-Pacific

Credentials & Recognition

Education & Credentials

Holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and pursued a concurrent MSc in Pharmacology from the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Canada. Further enhanced expertise with a Post-doctoral Fellowship in Hemostasis and Immunology from the U.S. National Institute of Health & NY State Department of Health. This strong scientific foundation in biology, pharmacology, and immunology directly informs and strengthens their regulatory and clinical assessments for complex medical devices.

Recognized with a Baxter Healthcare Technical & Invention Award and multiple Johnson & Johnson awards, including Global Leadership Awards, highlighting significant contributions and innovation. Invited as a speaker at the China International Medical Device Regulatory Forum, underscoring thought leadership and international influence in the medical device regulatory space.

Certifications

MDR Certificate of Training
NEMKO
2020
OHRP Certification of Training on Good Clinical Practice
OHRP
2021

Professional Experience

A seasoned Clinical & Regulatory Professional with extensive executive leadership experience across multiple leading medical device companies. Demonstrated success in managing global clinical trials, navigating complex regulatory pathways including FDA [IDE/510(k)/PMA] and CE Mark submissions, and conducting thorough biocompatibility and safety assessments. Proven ability to secure Breakthrough Device Designations and resolve critical FDA concerns, showcasing a robust track record in accelerating product development and market entry.

Former Big MedTech RA Leader
Enterprise experience

Executive Summary

Professional Overview

Highly accomplished and results-driven Clinical & Regulatory Professional with extensive executive leadership experience in the medical device industry. Dr. Ward possesses a profound expertise in navigating complex regulatory pathways, including FDA [IDE/510(k)/PMA], CE Mark, and other international...

Core Specializations

Regulatory Pathways

510(k)PMAIDEHDEBreakthrough Devices

Device Specialties

CardiovascularNeurologyRadiologyIVDOther

Services Offered

ISO 13485 Consulting
Quality management system development, gap analysis, and ISO 13485 certification support for medical device manufacturers.
FDA Mock Audit
Pre-inspection preparation, mock FDA audits, and readiness assessments to ensure compliance before official FDA inspections.
ISO 14971 Consulting
Risk management system development, risk analysis, and ISO 14971 compliance support for medical device risk management.
Regulatory Pathway Assessment
Strategic assessment to determine the appropriate FDA regulatory pathway (510(k), De Novo, PMA) for your medical device.
510(k) Authoring & Submission
Complete 510(k) submission preparation, documentation authoring, and FDA submission management.
De Novo & PMA Strategy
Strategic planning and support for De Novo and PMA pathways, including clinical trial design and FDA meeting preparation.
QMS Setup & Implementation
Quality management system design, implementation, and validation to meet FDA and ISO requirements.
Post-Market Support
Post-market surveillance, adverse event reporting, and ongoing regulatory compliance support.

Cruxi Independent Snapshot

Best suited for

  • • MedTech companies seeking expert regulatory guidance

Experience signals

  • Regions: US, EU, APAC
  • Background: 16+ years of regulatory experience.

Cruxi view

With 16 years of executive leadership experience in the medical device industry, Michael V. Ward is an exceptionally valuable FDA regulatory consultant. His profound expertise spans complex regulatory pathways, including IDE, 510(k), and PMA submissions, alongside CE Mark and international requirements, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of global market access. He excels in developing robust regulatory strategies, managing global clinical trials, and conducting critical safety assessments, evidenced by successfully achieving Breakthrough Device Designation for multiple companies and resolving challenging FDA concerns. His strong scientific foundation, including a background in pharmacology and immunology, coupled with extensive experience in cardiovascular, neurology, and IVD devices, allows him to provide insightful and actionable guidance for medtech professionals seeking to accelerate product development and market entry with confidence and efficiency.

This analysis is generated by Cruxi AI using public information and may not capture the full scope of the consultant's experience.

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