Michael Cousins

Michael Cousins is a Senior Engineering Manager at HighLife, where they lead a multi-disciplinary team in developing a transcatheter delivery system for mitral valve replacement. They hold a Master of Science in Medicine, specializing in Biomedical Engineering, and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering with honors in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cape Town. With over seven and a half years of experience in Class III medical devices, Michael has worked on various stages of device development, including design, testing, and regulatory compliance. Previously, they held positions such as Lead Engineer at Strait Access Technologies and Principal Engineer at Holistick Medical, contributing to the creation of innovative medical devices.