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Finding purpose to life, work and everything in between | Donielle Johnson, Executive Director, Global Head Regulatory Affairs-Medical Devices at Bausch Health
Career Diaries by Elemed
11/03/21 • 46 min
Key takeaways:
- How to find and understand your WHY
- Great lessons in how to SUCCEED in Regulatory Affairs
- Why connecting over food can be a POWERFUL way to build a rapport with someone
- Why MONEY shouldn’t be your biggest driving force
About Donielle Johnson:
Donielle Johnson is the Executive Director, Global Head Regulatory Affairs-Medical Devices for Bausch Health.
In this role, Donielle leads the creation of a global medical device organization that supports strategic priorities domestic and internationally ensuring access to innovative technology and compliant maintenance of business. She partners closely with stakeholders across Medical Devices and represents Bausch Health in various internal and external forums with regulatory bodies, health authorities and trade associations. Donielle leads a dedicated team that will work collaboratively to ensure consistency in global medical device policy-shaping activities.
Prior to Bausch Health, Donielle was the Sr. Director of Regulatory Affairs for EMEA & Canada Johnson & Johnson. In this role, she was responsible for leading a team of ~70 people to ensure compliant and on-time launches of new products, lifecycle management and business transformation, and policy shaping to drive regulatory harmonization.
Prior to Johnson & Johnson, Donielle held several global roles with major medical device companies such as Philips, Abbott Vascular, and Medtronic. Leading teams through challenging premarket approvals; such as PMAs, 510(k), Health Canada approvals, and MDD Design Dossier approvals. Additionally, Donielle has extensive experience in lifecycle management and leading major manufacturing site change projects, resulting in several millions of annual savings for the company. Her career has spanned several countries including the U.S, Japan, and the Netherlands where she has lived since 2014.
Donielle holds a BS in Chemistry and Biology from Howard University. She is currently pursuing a graduate degree in Global Health Policy at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.
Donielle is originally from New Orleans but currently resides in Amsterdam. Her hobbies are travelling, cooking, and the arts. She lives by the motto: To whom much is given, much is required; and is a mentor with SMDP providing guidance to minority graduate students in the biomedical field.
Career inspiration, medtech opportunities, hiring solutions and market insights, all in one place. Find them here.
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Why communication is so important for leaders | Benoit Clinchamps, President of MicroPort CRM
Career Diaries by Elemed
07/02/20 • 52 min
Key takeaways:
- Learn from the master: How to develop GREAT communication skills
- Why should you PUSH yourself outside of your comfort zone? The great rewards it can lead to
- The SECRET behind getting a job in something you have never done before
- How to SUCCESSFULLY manage a team when you’re the youngest person
About Benoit:
Benoit Clinchamps is President of MicroPort CRM since May 2018.
As President of MicroPort CRM, Benoit Clinchamps brings more than 20 years of experience in the medical technology industry and 9 years of experience in the aerospace technology industry.
Previously, Benoit Clinchamps served as Vice-President, General Manager for the CRM Franchise at LivaNova from July 2016 to April 2018, Vice-President for Product Development & Regulatory Affairs from 2013 to 2016, Vice President for Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs from 2009 to 2013, Plant Manager from 2006 to 2009 and Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs Director from 2005 to 2006.
Prior to joining Sorin Group, Benoit Clinchamps spent 6 years at GE Healthcare and was 6 Sigma Champion for Europe Operations, Manufacturing Manager and 6 Sigma Black Belt.
Prior to the healthcare and medical product industry, Benoit gained a thorough experience in the aerospace industry where he was Program Manager for international programs.
Benoit holds an Engineering Degree from ICAM Lille France (Institut Catholique des Arts et Métiers, 1988). He furthermore completed a Management Course from ECATA (European Consortium for Advanced Training in Aerospace) in ENSAE Toulouse France (Ecole Nationale Supérieure de l’Aéronautique et de l’Espace) and in TUM Germany (Technische Universitat München). He is a certified 6 Sigma Black Belt. He also took an Executive Course at INSEAD Fontainebleau France.
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The leadership pyramid: The key to empowering and enabling others | John Wilkinson, Chair at Global Medical Devices Nomenclature Agency
Career Diaries by Elemed
12/14/22 • 50 min
Key takeaways:
- Leadership pillars from a skilled leader
- The art of building teams
- How a sales and marketing background can be useful in the world of medical devices
- And much more!
About John Wilkinson:
John retired from his role as Director of Devices at the UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency in October 2019 after 7 years in the role. During this period, he acted as chair of the Competent Authorities Medical Devices network in Europe and led the establishment of the Joint Action on Market Surveillance (JAMS) which was a collaborative programme supporting the implementation of the Medical Device Regulations and better working across the network.
John was elected as Chair of the Board of Trustees for the Global Medical Devices Nomenclature in 2019, a position that he still holds whilst advising a number of organisations engaged in health policy, devices innovation and regulation.
Earlier, John was Chief Executive of Eucomed, the leading European medical device industry representative body, and Director General of the Association of British Healthcare Industries (ABHI). These followed extensive industry experience in sales and marketing and general management with Becton Dickinson and the BOC Group as well as a period as chief executive of early stage medical imaging company.
Career inspiration, medtech opportunities, hiring solutions and market insights, all in one place. Find them here.

Thoughts on the "scandalous" MDR, working in a startup and more | Philippe Bastide, CEO of Dianosic
Career Diaries by Elemed
09/16/20 • 49 min
Key takeaways:
- Philippe’s take on the impact MDR has had on INNOVATION
- HOT entrepreneurial advice for those of you thinking about starting your own company
- Positive discrimination at Medtech startups - why you should be aware of this
- Should you take the leap from company to STARTUP
About Philippe:
Philippe is a seasoned leader bringing 20 years of experience in the MedTech and Pharmaceutical industry.
He started his career at Pfizer France, where he developed skills in Market Research, Market Access and Pricing. Philippe then joined Johnson&Johnson where he was in charge of Market Access for Ethicon Biosurgery for the EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) region. Philippe joined Acclarent (J&J) and was in charge of setting up the business in France & Benelux. He developed skillsets on the commercial development of new therapies. His scope of responsibilities extended to cover all pre-commercial markets in EMEA and lead the Professional Education team. Philippe then joined the New Ventures group at Livanova, where he supported disruptive internal projects and incubated startups. More recently, Philippe co-founded dianosic, a startup developing innovative solutions in the field of Ear, Nose and Throat, with a particular focus on epistaxis and chronic sinusitis, two areas with significant unmet medical needs.
Career inspiration, medtech opportunities, hiring solutions and market insights, all in one place. Find them here.

The importance of giving (and receiving) constructive feedback | Erin McEachren, Commercial VP Europe at NuVasive
Career Diaries by Elemed
04/22/20 • 45 min
Key takeaways:
- What does it take to become a successful FEMALE LEADER?
- How to RISE up the ranks in a male-dominated industry
- The art of reinforcement: how giving (and receiving) constructive feedback can help you GROW
- On everyone’s mind: The importance of WORK-LIFE BALANCE
About Erin:
I am a commercial leader committed to driving growth and performance. My passion is developing commercial strategy and engaging talent across different geographies. I value collaboration and building teams of engaged employees that drive value across our organization.
I have 16 years of intensive work across Europe and North America leading teams, identifying and developing talent. My experiences are diverse from implant, capital and disposable businesses in both smaller ($50million) and larger ($1B) commercial organizations.
I am a dynamic leader with proven results in sales, marketing, strategic planning, commercialization and business development. I excel at working cross-functionally and across different geographies. I joined Stryker in 2004 as a Marketing Associate in Instrument Division; in 2006 to 2009 I had a sales territory in Surgical where I grew the business from $2.1-$4.4 million. In 2009, I moved to Stryker Europe, where I was UK Marketing Manager, Regional Sales Manager in the Medsurg and Spine Divisions and then was Director of Marketing for Europe. I managed and drove the strategy for Mako Robotic Arm Assisted Surgery globally my role at that time comprised of leading and executing all aspects of the commercial strategy of a new innovative acquisition. Since then, I worked at Alcon, UK & Ireland leading a team of 65 across the $88m Surgical Eyecare portfolio.
I graduated from the University of Colorado on an NCAA Division I Athletic and Academic Full Scholarship, completing a Human Physiology degree. During my tenor at Colorado as team captain, became an All-American athlete, and was awarded the Buffalo Award of Distinction and the Leo Hill Academic Leadership Award. Prior to University, I competed as an athlete on the Canadian Alpine Ski Team from 1997-1999. In 2012, I graduated from Georgetown & Esade University, completing a Global Executive MBA, specializing in Globalization and Emerging Markets garnering experience in Russia, India, Brazil, Argentina, Spain, and the US. In 2013, I was awarded the European Award of Excellence for Europe.
I am currently engaged in my role at NuVasive as Commercial Vice President, Europe. NuVasive’s innovative technology and unique combination of spine implants and capital is key to me and I value direct involvement with the cross-divisional communication and engagement within the business. Building relationships with customers our internal employees drive me and area where I would like to have the greatest impact.
Career inspiration, medtech opportunities, hiring solutions and market insights, all in one place. Find them here.

✨ World Quality Day 2023 - special episode ✨
Career Diaries by Elemed
11/09/23 • 16 min
In this special podcast, elemed's CEO and founder Elena Kyria speaks to Virginie Schwartz, Vice President Quality Assurance at Mölnlycke.
Virginie is a Quality professional with 20 years’ experience in medical devices regulations and 25 years’ experience in highly regulated industries, with a strong sense for patients’ safety and customers’ satisfaction.
In this celebration of all things Quality, Virginie shares insights on:
- how to build a Quality culture
- how to engage the whole company in Quality
- why top-down buy-in is crucial
And much more! ✨
Career inspiration, medtech opportunities, hiring solutions and market insights, all in one place. Find them here.

The benefits & challenges of being a RA/QA consultant | Michelle Lott, Founder of Lean RAQA Systems
Career Diaries by Elemed
08/03/20 • 53 min
Key takeaways:
- Learn the BENEFITS of being self-employed from an experienced consultant
- What is BRAND CONSISTENCY and why you need to be aware of this
- How to become an independent SUCCESS and start your own business
- How to GROW in the RAQA industry
About Michelle:
Michelle Lott is founder and principal of Lean RAQA Systems (leanraqa.com) where she has supported more than 100 companies with regulatory strategy, regulatory submissions, quality systems compliance, due diligence, technical support services and grief counseling – because dealing with regulators can be emotionally draining. Her clients delegate all those things to her, so they can focus on winning in the marketplace! Michelle served a four-year term on the FDA Device Good Manufacturing Practices Advisory Committee (DGMP). She holds a BS in Chemistry from Troy State University and an Executive Leadership Certification in Regulatory Affairs from RAPS and Kellogg University.
Career inspiration, medtech opportunities, hiring solutions and market insights, all in one place. Find them here.

The CEO Mum | Annette Brüls, CEO of Medela
Career Diaries by Elemed
10/10/23 • 47 min
Elemed is Europe's leading medical device and IVD recruiter.
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Annette Brüls has served as CEO of Medela since May 2018. She has more than 20 years of experience in the medical device industry, having held a number of global leadership positions in several multinational companies. Annette has a lifelong fascination with the roles that innovation and technology play in improving our lives.
As a woman leader of an organisation committed to women’s health, and a mother and wife who has pursued career growth alongside motherhood responsibilities, Annette is personally dedicated to improving the opportunities available to mothers in the workplace.
Tune in for:
- Insights into balancing a highly successful career and motherhood
- Discussion around why fewer women make it into leadership roles, despite more working in the industry
- How companies can support mums who are returning to work
- And more ✨
Career inspiration, medtech opportunities, hiring solutions and market insights, all in one place. Find them here.

Tips for Startups: Secrets from a VC | Diana Saraceni | Panakes
Career Diaries by Elemed
12/12/23 • 41 min
Diana Saraceni is Co-Founder and General Partner at Panakes, a Venture Capital firm dedicated to early-stage investments in Life Sciences primarily in Europe and Israel. With over 20 years of VC experience, she has also co-founded and managed 360 Capital Partners. She has led investments in a significant number of companies all over Europe, not only in the Life Sciences sector, and generated several exits as IPO and M&A transactions. Diana is also part of several committees in Europe and in the US for public/private grants and awards allocation to start-ups. She also follows several portfolios in brain health tech.
Tune in for:
Insights into the current funding climate
What VCs are looking for when they evaluate deals and the best way to ask for investment
Technologies that are HOT right now
How startups can really make money
And much more!
Career inspiration, medtech opportunities, hiring solutions and market insights, all in one place. Find them here.

What it takes to be a successful leader in a global environment | Matthias Bürger, VP RA/QA EMEA at Zimmer Biomet
Career Diaries by Elemed
03/16/20 • 54 min
Key takeaways:
- Learn about DISRUPTIVE technologies shaping the future of Medtech
- Why AI won't take the role of doctors
- Tools for success from someone with GLOBAL leadership experience
- How working in the medical device industry affects how you see things as a PATIENT
About Matthias:
Mr. Buerger is the Vice President Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance EMEA for Zimmer Biomet. He has a Master’s of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering from Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI, as well as a Dipl. Ing. degree in Electrical Engineering from Fachhochschule Dieburg in Germany.
In the past Mr. Buerger has had a variety of different management roles in Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs for companies including GE, Baxter, Terumo & Guidant. He has also worked as a Quality Management Systems and Operational consultant for Grant-Thornton, as well as spending time as a lead auditor and test engineer for TUV Rheinland, a European Notified Body.
Mr. Buerger has spoken at a variety of international conferences, including RAPS, MD&D, ASQ, IEEE and others.
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How many episodes does Career Diaries by Elemed have?
Career Diaries by Elemed currently has 48 episodes available.
What topics does Career Diaries by Elemed cover?
The podcast is about Leadership, Podcasts, Education, Business and Careers.
What is the most popular episode on Career Diaries by Elemed?
The episode title 'Finding purpose to life, work and everything in between | Donielle Johnson, Executive Director, Global Head Regulatory Affairs-Medical Devices at Bausch Health' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Career Diaries by Elemed?
The average episode length on Career Diaries by Elemed is 48 minutes.
How often are episodes of Career Diaries by Elemed released?
Episodes of Career Diaries by Elemed are typically released every 28 days.
When was the first episode of Career Diaries by Elemed?
The first episode of Career Diaries by Elemed was released on Mar 16, 2020.
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