Robert Benkowski

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CEO DesignPlex Biomedical LLC, CEO and co-founder of Opsin Biotherapeutics, Inc. @ DesignPlex Biomedical LLC
Robert Benkowski's Location
Fort Worth, Texas, United States, United States
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About Robert Benkowski

Robert Benkowski is a CEO DesignPlex Biomedical LLC, CEO and co-founder of Opsin Biotherapeutics, Inc. at DesignPlex Biomedical LLC. He possess expertise in medical devices, fda, r&d, strategy, management and 23 more skills. Colleagues describe him as "Bob is an energetic, optimist with outstanding technical skills in the area of physical and biological systems integration. He has command of a broad range of technical skills from fluid dynamics, to electro-mechanical systems, to power electronics and to cardiovascular disease. In technical meetings Bob is an engaged, fast thinking contributor that can best be described as a fire-ball. I have definitely benefited by working with Bob and hope that our career paths continue parallel to each other." and "I have been working with Bob for more than 5 years and Bob is a executive with exceptional talent. He is one of the best senior executives that I have come cross through my business. He is a team leader with passion and understand business and culture dynamics with exceptional sensitivity. Bob is a team player with excellent skill of execution. I highly recommend Bob to any organization that is looking for a senior leadership to manage team, establish company strategy, implement corporate business plan and execution."

Robert Benkowski's Current Company Details
DesignPlex Biomedical LLC

Designplex Biomedical Llc

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CEO DesignPlex Biomedical LLC, CEO and co-founder of Opsin Biotherapeutics, Inc.
Robert Benkowski Work Experience Details
  • Designplex Biomedical Llc
    Ceo Designplex Biomedical Llc
    Designplex Biomedical Llc Mar 2018 - Present
    Fort Worth, Texas, Us
    DesignPlex Biomedical designs and manufactures medical devices, medical-grade instruments, software and network interfaces to remotely visualize information in real-time. DesignPlex provides tools and devices for engineers, researchers, clinicians and technicians to analyze data faster and more efficiently.With over 25 years of experience, the staff at DesignPlex Biomedical has designed and built high-precision devices and components for the medical, industrial, and defense sectors, acting as external consultant for several other companies and collaborating with hi-tech organizations through the process of researching, prototyping, development, and manufacturing tasks in a long term commitment for quality, safety and excellence.
  • Designplex Biomedical Llc
    Managing Director
    Designplex Biomedical Llc Sep 2015 - Mar 2018
    Fort Worth, Texas, Us
  • Opsin Biotherapeutics, Inc.
    Ceo And Co-Founder
    Opsin Biotherapeutics, Inc. Apr 2018 - Present
    Bedford, Tx, Us
    Opsin Biotherapeutics, Inc. is a pain management company focused on providing a non-opioid alternative for the 100M Americans that suffer from chronic pain. Our patented optogenetic neuromodulation technology places a light receptor (opsin) episomal gene inside those neurons of the brain that inhibit pain. An implanted light source. that activates the opsin as an in-situ drug to inhibit pain transmitting neurons.
  • Tcu And Unthsc School Of Medicine
    Assistant Professor Of Medical Education
    Tcu And Unthsc School Of Medicine Jul 2018 - Present
    Fort Worth, Texas, Us
    Excited to be involved with the FWMD school, a collaboration between University of North Texas Health Science Center (UNTHSC) and Texas Christian University (TCU). Will be mentoring new MD students and involving them in some of our exciting projects including cardiovascular device development, optogenetics for pain management as an opioid alternative, and Entrepreneurialism.
  • Medical Innovation Collaboration North Texas
    Board Member
    Medical Innovation Collaboration North Texas Feb 2018 - Present
    The Medical Innovation Collaboration of North Texas was created for the purpose of performing research, development, and service activities, alone and cooperatively with other institutions, government agencies, and business organizations; to provide research facilities, expertise and services for business and government organizations; to develop a fund that will support startup entities and to assist in maintaining and enhancing the University of North Texas and other universities in the region as leading academic institutions. The Corporation is a nonprofit corporation organized for exclusively charitable, scientific, and educational purposes.
  • Evaheart, Inc.
    Consultant
    Evaheart, Inc. Aug 2014 - Present
    Bellaire, Texas, Us
    Technical and business consultant to Evaheart, Inc. including product development, financial modeling, and strategy.Assisted in the design and prototyping of the "Double Cuff Tipless" (DCT) inflow cannula.Developed a prototype for the next generation EVAD controller.Assisted in the financial modeling and fundraising for Evaheart.
  • B-Squared Medical Device Solutions Llc
    Founder
    B-Squared Medical Device Solutions Llc Aug 2014 - Mar 2018
    B-Squared Medical Device Solutions is dedicated to helping you realize the value and potential of your idea or concept. With more than 25 years experience in medical device design, development, manufacturing, and commercialization for some of the largest companies in the health care industry, as well as device company start-ups, B-Squared can provide guidance and assistance, or take your product through development, manufacturing, regulatory approval, and commercialization. We have collectively developed more than 50 patents in the United States and internationally and assisted our clients in commercializing their medical devices in the US, Europe and China.
  • Smith & Nephew Biotherapeutics
    Vice President, Operations
    Smith & Nephew Biotherapeutics Sep 2011 - Aug 2014
    Smith & Nephew Biotherapeutics (formerly Healthpoint Biotherapeutics) is committed to advancing wound care through innovations that improve patient outcomes and quality of life. Since 1992, HEALTHPOINT has developed innovative technologies for the prevention and treatment of acute, chronic and burn-related wounds. Currently marketed products include: Collagenase SANTYL® Ointment, OASIS® Wound Matrix, and Xenaderm® ointment.
  • Mediqa, Llc
    Advisor
    Mediqa, Llc Feb 2010 - Dec 2011
    MediQa provides strategic consulting for domestic or international companies looking to acquire businesses, product lines or expand distribution. The MediQa team has multi-discipline expertise including medical, regulatory, sales, marketing, business leadership and management in the U.S., Europe and Asia.
  • Emit Corporation
    Vice President, R&D
    Emit Corporation Jun 2010 - Jul 2011
    EMIT developed a novel blood warming device for trauma first responders. Managed mechanical design, electrical hardware and software development; electrical safety, EMI, operational and life testing; risk analysis; cost of goods analysis and reduction; altitude, emissions and explosive atmosphere testing; culminating in a FDA 510k submission and approval.RESULTS: In less than one year, took the technology from a prototype device to a FDA approved product.
  • Micromed Cardiovascular
    Coo, Interim Ceo And Director
    Micromed Cardiovascular 1995 - 2010
    MicroMed developed and commercialized an implantable blood pump technology from NASA and Baylor College of Medicine. Received CE mark approval for the device; U.S. HDE approval for a pediatric version of the device; and initiated an IDE clinical study. Maintained a subsidiary in Zurich, Switzerland and an office in Beijing, China.
  • Baylor College Of Medicine
    Supervisor Of The Surgical Engineering Lab
    Baylor College Of Medicine Jun 1994 - Jul 1996
    Houston, Texas, Us
    Project Manager of the DeBakey VAD program and supervisor of the Surgical Engineering Lab and machine shop. Transitioned the ventricular assist device development from NASA, Johnson Space Center to Baylor College of Medicine under the guidance of Drs. Michael E. DeBakey, George P. Noon and Yukihiko Nose.
  • Mcdonnell Douglas
    Senior Engineer
    Mcdonnell Douglas 1988 - 1993
    Arlington, Va, Us
    Worked in the Space Station Project Office at NASA, Johnson Space Center focusing on the integration of the Space Station computer models from McDonnell Douglas to the prime contractor, Boeing. Also, volunteered building computer models for the NASA-Baylor blood pump project that eventually became the DeBakey VAD.

Robert Benkowski Skills

Medical Devices Fda R&d Strategy Management Start Ups Project Management Leadership Product Development Healthcare Business Development Engineering Manufacturing Product Launch Quality System Process Improvement Analysis Testing Product Management Entrepreneurship Marketing Strategy Mechanical Engineering Integration Design Control Surgery Iso 13485 U.s. Food And Drug Administration Research And Development

Robert Benkowski Education Details

  • University Of Houston, C.T. Bauer College Of Business
    University Of Houston, C.T. Bauer College Of Business
    And Finance
  • The Ohio State University
    The Ohio State University
    Mechanical Engineering

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What company does Robert Benkowski work for?

Robert Benkowski works for Designplex Biomedical Llc

What is Robert Benkowski's role at the current company?

Robert Benkowski's current role is CEO DesignPlex Biomedical LLC, CEO and co-founder of Opsin Biotherapeutics, Inc..

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What schools did Robert Benkowski attend?

Robert Benkowski attended University Of Houston, C.t. Bauer College Of Business, The Ohio State University.

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Robert Benkowski has interest in Innovative Cellular Therapies, Space Exploration, Implantable Blood Pumps, Medical Devices, Artificial Hearts, Ventricular Assist Devices (Vad), Dermatology And Cosmetic Devices.

What skills is Robert Benkowski known for?

Robert Benkowski has skills like Medical Devices, Fda, R&d, Strategy, Management, Start Ups, Project Management, Leadership, Product Development, Healthcare, Business Development, Engineering.

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