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San Diego Metropolitan Area

Conducted tracking accuracy testing of a robotic end effector using active LED tracking with an infrared camera.- 3D modeled test fixture and leveraged manufacturability and additive expertise to rapidly prototype the test tool.- Utilized Matlab and Minitab to analyze data and presented findings to project leads.Developed point-to-point accuracy testing using passive infrared tracking to verify a novel risk mitigation approach.- Utilized metrology experience and linear algebra expertise to develop methodology that included setting a global reference frame and tracking surgical instrument with respect to that reference frame.- Developed scripts in both Python and Matlab to analyze statistical trends and visualize the data. - Aided in the development of SMART system and subsystem requirements.Supported impact analysis of incorporating Globus suite of surgical instruments into Pulse system architecture.- Included infrared tracking accuracy study to ascertain the impact of new hardware on the system’s accuracy budget.Seamlessly integrated into a new project team and supported the V&V execution of multiple protocols for a new Globus surgical platform- Underwent clinical trainings to master the system, learn the surgical workflows and instrumentation, and aided in optimizing the test protocols- Owned the execution of protocols through Confluence and assisted in documenting system bugs within Jira

San Diego, California, United States

Supported scope analysis on Pulse platform.- Analyzed timeline impact on Lessray and 3D Navigation subsystems based on proposed project updates.Conducted characterization study on novel articulating hardware using data collected during cadaveric tests.- Wrote a technical document investigating rigidity and accuracy concerns. Assisted in usability pre-summative evaluation and aided in characterizing various use errors- Conducted usability studies on surgeons and worked to optimize design and resolve usability concerns.Developed a novel method to simulate system usage over a 12 month period.- Collaborated with clinical experts, field engineers, and quality to estimate standard hospital usage.Optimized cadaveric system accuracy testing, ran statistical analysis in Minitab, and wrote a technical document exploring worst case usage.- Calibrated OR machines, worked with clinical experts, and placed fixation screws using the surgical XLIF procedure.Supported testing of the tracking subsystem as it relates to ASTM F24554-18.

San Diego Metropolitan Area

Owned the testing of clinical usage validation and clinical system accuracy verification.- Worked with the software team to burn down and triage bugs.Designed and executed characterization study of sterilization drape usage impact on optical tracking accuracy.- Leveraged Matlab and statistical expertise to analyze and visualize data.- Wrote and released a technical document detailing accuracy impact findings.

As part of a 2-person project team, I used VBA to design a user form for Abbott's internal record keeping. - Estimated scope and timeline and communicated roadblocks directly to project supervisor.- Presented prototypes to a panel of cross functional users/reviewers and worked with panel to identify user needs