Medical devices span the therapeutic spectrum, from the toothbrush to life-saving heart implants. Even in simple devices, complex engineering challenges can arise that must balance mechanical, biological, regulatory, and other factors.
Frequent training is necessary to stay current on the practical demands of adhering to medical device regulations and validation processes, and helps ensure your manufacturing process will produce devices that conform to the approved design characteristics.
Introduction to CAPA Management
There have been several form 483s and warning letters being issued to companies by the FDA as it relates to CAPA investigation because of insufficient or incomplete quality systems procedures applicable to Corrective Action and Preventative Action programs(CAPA). Addressing an FDA form 483 with findings associated with CAPA systems must be performed adequately, and completely… Continue reading Introduction to CAPA Management
Read MoreIntroduction to Batch Record Review
Regulatory Agencies require firms to have written procedures in place to document production and process controls, better known as batch records. Additionally, there must be written procedures for a batch record review process to demonstrate compliance. A strong batch record review system is essential to properly document all critical and operational process parameters that go… Continue reading Introduction to Batch Record Review
Read MoreEthylene Oxide: Product Adoption and Parametric Release
Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Sterilization is a critical process for medical devices, which might include pharmaceuticals and the food industry. Today, the challenge is to understand product adoption during material changes to simplify and have a more robust product validation process based on product families. Another benefit is to have a better understanding on Parametric Release… Continue reading Ethylene Oxide: Product Adoption and Parametric Release
Read MorecGMPs for Biologics
This intensive accredited training will provide an oversight into cGMPs for Biologics, and large molecule manufacturing from development to engineering batches to Process Performance Qualification (PPQ) lots including analytical method validation. A review of vital and current Biopharmaceutical/Biologics processes will be reviewed for current Quality/Regulatory expectations. Key insights are presented for both FDA and EU… Continue reading cGMPs for Biologics
Read MoreRicardo Franco
Ricardo Franco, a Senior Quality Professional with experience in the chemical, medical, and pharmaceutical industries, is an experienced quality assurance professional who has led as a former Senior Quality Manager for diverse companies for over 35 years, such as EASTMAN Kodak, EASTMAN Chemical Corp., STERIS Applied Sterilization Technologies, and Integra Life Sciences. He is currently… Continue reading Ricardo Franco
Read MoreMicrobiology for the Non-Microbiologist
Appropriate as a GMP Microbiological Refresher With the increasing number of Regulatory Actions throughout North America to include Form FDA 483s and Warning Letters for both Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and finished products, it has become increasingly important for companies and individuals manufacturing both non-sterile and sterile final products, to have a basic understanding of… Continue reading Microbiology for the Non-Microbiologist
Read MoreAn Introduction to Current Good Tissue Practice (GTP)
The US FDA’s current Good Tissue Practice regulations constitute a significant compliance challenge for the Human Tissue Industry. This course is intended to provide hands-on training for anyone who works for human cell, tissue, and cellular and tissue-based products companies which must comply with CGTP. In this intensive training, we will review the Public Health… Continue reading An Introduction to Current Good Tissue Practice (GTP)
Read MoreImplementing a Change Control Quality System Successfully
The purpose of a regulatory inspection is to ensure that your facility is in compliance with FDA rules and regulations. Investigators want to know that product was manufactured appropriately and that the current Good Manufacturing Practices are up to FDA standard. An inspection can be very intimidating to all involved, but it is vital if… Continue reading Implementing a Change Control Quality System Successfully
Read MoreApplying Quality Risk Management
The purpose of a regulatory inspection is to ensure that your facility is in compliance with FDA rules and regulations. Investigators want to know that product was manufactured appropriately and that the current Good Manufacturing Practices are up to FDA standard. An inspection can be very intimidating to all involved, but it is vital if… Continue reading Applying Quality Risk Management
Read MoreCAPA: Definition, Plan and Program
The purpose of a regulatory inspection is to ensure that your facility is in compliance with FDA rules and regulations. Investigators want to know that product was manufactured appropriately and that the current Good Manufacturing Practices are up to FDA standard. An inspection can be very intimidating to all involved, but it is vital if… Continue reading CAPA: Definition, Plan and Program
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