Rob Cantu
About Rob Cantu
Rob Cantu serves as the Vice President of Quality at AtriCure, Inc. since 2017, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Hill-Rom and Baxter Healthcare.
Work at AtriCure
Rob Cantu has served as the Vice President of Quality at AtriCure, Inc. since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing quality assurance and regulatory compliance within the organization. AtriCure is located in Mason, Ohio, and focuses on developing innovative medical devices for the treatment of atrial fibrillation and other cardiac conditions. Cantu's leadership in quality management contributes to the company's commitment to delivering safe and effective products.
Previous Experience at Hill-Rom
Prior to joining AtriCure, Rob Cantu held several key positions at Hill-Rom from 2007 to 2017. His roles included Executive Director of Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs (QA/RA) across various divisions, including Global Design Assurance, Supplier Quality, and Product Development. Cantu's tenure at Hill-Rom involved significant responsibilities in ensuring product quality and compliance in both domestic and international markets.
Educational Background
Rob Cantu earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Western Illinois University, where he studied from 1987 to 1991. He later pursued a Master of Science degree at the Illinois Institute of Technology, completing his studies from 1999 to 2001. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in quality assurance and regulatory affairs within the medical device industry.
Career at Baxter Healthcare
Before his extensive career at Hill-Rom, Rob Cantu worked at Baxter Healthcare as Engineering Manager II in Systems Engineering from 1994 to 2007. During his 13 years at Baxter, he contributed to various engineering projects and initiatives, enhancing his skills in systems engineering and quality management. This experience laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in quality assurance and regulatory affairs.