PRESS RELEASE
August 2009
To further strengthen its highly successful Healthcare team -already a world leader in the testing and certification of medical devices - BSI has appointed Dr. Gert Bos as Head of Regulatory and Clinical Affairs per 1 September 2009.
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In his new role, Gert will focus on strengthening BSI’s role in the regulatory work at a European Union level in Brussels, supporting complex drug-device and animal tissue combination projects and increase BSI’s competence in the evaluation of clinical data.
Gert Bos has a PhD in blood material interactions and has dealt extensively with both drugs and devices in a a scientific and R&D environment before joining a Notified Body. He has been an active participant to the regulatory committees in Brussels and currently holds the position of chairman of NB-MED, where Notified Bodies, industry and commission meet to discuss interpretations of the medical device directives. Furthermore he has extensive experience in classification discussions and as a Notified Body auditor and product reviewer with a variety of vascular devices. With Gert, BSI further expands its leadership role in the European regulatory environment.
“We’re delighted that Gert is joining our team,” said David Ford, Managing Director, BSI Healthcare and Testing. “His experience and knowhow in market sectors that are strategically important for our healthcare business will, without doubt, bring big benefits not just for us, but also for our customers.”
“After having appointed Jan van Lochem as Vice President Healthcare for EMEA and AsiaPac earlier this year, Gert’s appointment shows BSI's full commitment to quality, customer focus and investment in the healthcare market.”.
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About BSI
BSI is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world’s first national standards body, BSI has over 2,400 staff operating in over 120 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI’s key offerings are:
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The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice
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Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines
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Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark and CE marking to UK, European and International standards. BSI is a Notified Body for many New Approach EU Directives.
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Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices
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Performance management software solutions
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Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.
For further information please visit www.bsigroup.com or www.Kitemark.com
Contact: Claire Lynam, Head of Global Marketing Communications,
BSI. Tel: 08450 765600, claire.lynam@bsigroup.com
