Katie West

Katie West is a highly experienced professional in clinical operations and research, currently serving as Senior Manager at AtriCure, Inc. since July 2022, where expertise includes site start-up, management, and monitoring across multiple IDE clinical trials. Prior experience includes a significant tenure at Medtronic from July 2006 to August 2022, where roles progressed from Senior Clinical Research Manager to Clinical Research Manager, overseeing international teams and guiding clinical document quality for Cardiac Rhythm Management research across Asia Pacific, Greater China, and Latin America. Earlier roles at Medtronic involved customer support initiatives and clinical studies management in specific regions, culminating in accolades for clinical excellence. Katie began a career at Memorial Blood Centers, leading a team as Senior Scientist Team Lead, focusing on clinical trial policies and protocol implementation. Educational credentials include a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from St. Cloud State University.