Charlie Wu
About Charlie Wu
Charlie Wu serves as the Senior Director of Operations at Ekso Bionics, where he leverages his extensive background in biomedical engineering to enhance healthcare operations. He has held various roles in clinical engineering and operations across multiple organizations, including TriMedx, Hologic, and RenovoRx.
Work at Ekso Bionics
Charlie Wu serves as the Senior Director of Operations at Ekso Bionics, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees the technical service department, focusing on enhancing customer support and service delivery. He leads the company's regulatory affairs and quality assurance functions, ensuring compliance with industry standards. His responsibilities include managing logistics operations to optimize supply chain efficiency and reduce operational costs, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the organization.
Previous Experience in Operations and Engineering
Prior to his current role, Charlie Wu held various positions that contributed to his expertise in operations and engineering. He worked at RenovoRx as Head of Operations from 2019 to 2021, where he managed operational strategies. Before that, he was a Senior Clinical Engineering Manager at TriMedx from 2015 to 2019. He also served as a Clinical Engineer at Massachusetts General Hospital and University Health Network, gaining valuable experience in healthcare technology.
Education and Expertise
Charlie Wu has a strong educational background in engineering and business. He studied at the University of Toronto, where he earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering Science with a major in Biomedical Engineering, followed by a Master of Health Science in Clinical Engineering. He also completed a CORE Certificate at HBX | Harvard Business School. Additionally, he was a Visiting Research Scholar at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, further enhancing his knowledge and skills in the field.
Background in Biomedical Engineering
Charlie Wu utilizes his background in biomedical engineering to drive innovation in healthcare operations. His experience spans various roles in clinical engineering and manufacturing, allowing him to develop a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare industry's technical and operational aspects. His early career included work as a Manufacturing Engineer at Hologic's Sentinelle Medical Division and as a Clinical Engineer in multiple healthcare settings.
Military Service and Early Career
Before entering the healthcare field, Charlie Wu served as a Medic in the Canadian Forces from 2007 to 2013. This experience provided him with foundational skills in medical care and operations. His early career also included a role as a Clinical Engineer at Massachusetts General Hospital in 2014, where he further developed his expertise in clinical engineering.