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Feb 2024
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S5E5 Tom Kress | Medical Device Engineer...

Aaron Moncur
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Send us Fan Mail Tom Kress discusses his career path in medical device engineering and leadership. He shares insights on developing successful engineers and teams, challenges in the industry, and a vision for the future of medical devices with AI. Main Topics: Career paths and skills for engineersLeadership challenges and politics in the workplaceTrends in m ... Show More
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