Roy Tuason
About Roy Tuason
Roy Tuason serves as the Director of SQA Engineering at Zap Surgical Systems, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in software quality assurance and regulatory compliance, particularly in the medical devices sector.
Current Role at Zap Surgical Systems
Roy Tuason serves as the Director of SQA Engineering at Zap Surgical Systems since 2018. In this role, he focuses on optimizing the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) process and ensuring regulatory compliance for agile software development and releases. His contributions include providing RA/QA support for regulatory submissions, filings, and audits specifically related to cancer treatment technology. He has played a significant role in the system validation of the ZAP-X stereotactic radiosurgery system, which is designed for brain cancer treatment.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Prior to his current position, Roy Tuason held various roles in quality assurance and software engineering. He worked at Impac Medical Systems for 13 years, where he advanced from SQA Engineer to Manager of SQA Engineering for software medical devices. His experience also includes a year as a Consultant in Quality Assurance and Regulatory for medical devices in France. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Software Test Engineer at Applied Biosystems and Metatec, where he gained foundational skills in software testing.
Military Background
Roy Tuason served in the United States Marine Corps as a Gunnery Sergeant (E-7) from 1988 to 1993. His military experience provided him with leadership skills and discipline, which he has applied throughout his professional career in engineering and quality assurance.
Educational Background
Roy Tuason studied at California State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Applied Mathematics. He also attended UC Santa Barbara, where he studied Physics. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in technical and analytical skills relevant to his career in engineering and technology.
Professional Contributions and Engagements
Roy Tuason has actively participated in professional engagements, including a webinar hosted by Physics World, where he showcased his expertise in cancer treatment technology. His involvement in such events highlights his commitment to sharing knowledge and advancing the field of medical technology.