Ryan Siskey
About Ryan Siskey
Ryan Siskey serves as the Principal and Philadelphia Office Director at Exponent, where he oversees a medical device testing laboratory and assists manufacturers with quality system development. He holds a Master's and Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering from Drexel University and has extensive experience in testing and failure analysis across various industry sectors.
Work at Exponent
Ryan Siskey has been with Exponent since 2011, initially serving as a Senior Manager until 2014. He then transitioned to the role of Principal and Philadelphia Office Director in 2016. In his current position, he oversees the ISO 17025 accredited medical device testing laboratory located in Exponent’s Philadelphia office. His responsibilities include assisting device manufacturers with quality system development and improvement, as well as conducting cadaveric testing and developing customized protocols for medical devices.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Siskey earned both his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Biomedical Engineering from Drexel University, completing his undergraduate studies from 2000 to 2005 and his graduate studies from 2005 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in medical device testing, quality system development, and regulatory compliance. He is a lead ISO 13485 auditor, which further emphasizes his proficiency in quality management systems.
Background
Before joining Exponent, Ryan Siskey gained experience in various roles related to biomedical engineering and quality assurance. His career at Exponent began as a Senior Manager, where he developed skills in failure analysis and quality control. Since becoming Principal, he has focused on maintaining the Philadelphia Laboratory’s ISO 17025 accreditation and ensuring compliance with 21 CFR part 58 U.S. FDA Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
Achievements
Ryan Siskey has successfully maintained the ISO 17025 accreditation for the Philadelphia Laboratory at Exponent, ensuring adherence to rigorous standards. He has extensive experience in performing wear and material testing in accordance with ASTM and ISO standards. His work includes developing custom testing protocols for a wide range of medical devices, from Class I to Class III, and assisting clients with root cause investigations and responses to FDA deficiency letters.