Robert Calcote
About Robert Calcote
Robert Calcote serves as the Vice President of Operations and Compliance at Cardiac Dimensions, bringing over 43 years of experience in manufacturing operations and product development, particularly in the medical device sector.
Work at Cardiac Dimensions
Robert Calcote has served as Vice President of Operations and Compliance at Cardiac Dimensions since 2014. His tenure at the company spans 10 years, during which he has focused on overseeing operations and ensuring compliance within the organization. His role involves managing various aspects of the business, including regulatory submissions and quality system development, contributing to the company's mission in the medical device sector.
Education and Expertise
Robert Calcote holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and a Master of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering, both from The University of Texas at Arlington. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in the medical device industry, where he has accumulated over 43 years of experience in manufacturing operations, product development, and regulatory compliance.
Background in Medical Device Industry
Calcote has dedicated the last 36 years to the development and manufacturing of medical devices. He has worked in various capacities within the industry, including serving as Vice President in five different medical device companies over the past 24 years. His experience includes significant roles in orthopedics and pain management, as well as expertise in vascular and cardiovascular sectors.
Previous Positions and Responsibilities
Prior to his current role, Robert Calcote held several key positions in the medical device industry. He was the Senior Vice President of Operations at ConforMIS from 2009 to 2011, where he managed regulatory submissions and international business units. He also worked as Vice President of Operations at RS Medical from 2011 to 2012, where he reengineered quality systems. His earlier experience includes engineering roles at Steelcase, where he implemented ERP systems.
Consulting and Technical Expertise
In addition to his operational roles, Robert Calcote has provided consulting services to three medical device companies, leveraging his expertise in supply chain management, quality system development, and regulatory submissions. He has also contributed technical expertise in several intellectual property lawsuits, showcasing his comprehensive understanding of the medical device landscape and regulatory environment.