Poornima Sood

Abiomed, US

Dr. Poornima R. Sood is a successful physician executive in the MedTech industry, currently serving as Vice President at Heart Recovery (a Johnson & Johnson MedTech company). With over 25 years of experience, she is a specialist in clinical development and regulatory strategy for cardiovascular and heart failure technologies. Key Professional Highlights: • Leadership at J&J: Oversees worldwide clinical strategy for mechanical circulatory support and heart recovery platforms. • Regulatory Expertise: Known for her deep relationship with the U.S. FDA and international bodies, facilitating approvals for high-risk medical devices through PMA and IDE submissions. • Extensive Career Path: Held senior leadership roles at major firms including Abbott, St. Jude Medical, Thoratec, and Guidant, spanning sectors like structural heart and drug eluting stents. • Academic & Scientific Impact: o Contributed to over 35 peer-reviewed publications in top journals like The New England Journal of Medicine, Circulation, and The Lancet. o Holds an MD, an MPhil from the University of Cambridge, and an MBA in Healthcare Management. • Recognitions: Recipient of the Abbott Chairman’s Award and President’s Award for her contributions to the field. Her work effectively bridges the gap between scientific evidence and commercial adoption, ensuring that complex life-sustaining technologies reach the patients who need them most.

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