Frank Fago
About Frank Fago
Frank Fago is a Manager of Engineering Programs at AtriCure, Inc., with extensive experience in engineering and project management across various companies in the medical field. He holds 53 issued patents and has contributed to numerous invention disclosures through his innovative work.
Current Role at AtriCure
Frank Fago serves as the Manager of Engineering Programs at AtriCure, Inc. since 2013. He has been instrumental in overseeing engineering initiatives and managing program development within the organization. His role involves coordinating engineering efforts to enhance product offerings and improve operational efficiency. AtriCure is based in West Chester, Ohio, and specializes in innovative medical devices.
Previous Experience in Engineering Management
Prior to his current position, Frank Fago held several engineering management roles. He worked at Mallinckrodt as an Engineering Project Lead for eight months in 2012, and at Senco Brand Products as an Engineering Manager from 2010 to 2012. His experience also includes a year as a Project Manager in Regulatory Affairs at Ethicon Endo-Surgery from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, he served as an R&D Manager at Covidien for 19 years, from 1989 to 2008.
Education and Qualifications
Frank Fago studied Engineering at Northern Kentucky University, where he achieved a Master of Network and Information Technology (MNIT) from 1987 to 1995. He also attended Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, earning an Associate degree in Mechanical Design from 1978 to 1980. His educational background supports his extensive career in engineering and project management.
Innovation and Intellectual Property Contributions
Frank Fago has a strong focus on innovation, holding 53 issued patents and over 70 patents pending. His work includes developing a customer observation process in collaboration with Sagentia in Cambridge, UK, which has led to numerous invention disclosures. He has also served as a technical liaison for start-up companies, contributing to various medical technologies.
Expertise in Medical Imaging Technologies
Fago has led development teams in the medical imaging field, focusing on technologies such as CT, Angiography, MR, Nuclear medicine, and optical imaging. He has collaborated with Optimum Technologies in Massachusetts on an optical renal monitoring system and has utilized customer input systems to drive product development and improvement.