Ioana Ghiu

Ioana Ghiu is a seasoned professional in clinical affairs and regulatory matters, currently serving as the VP of Clinical Affairs at TransMedics, Inc. since July 2025. Prior to this, Ioana held the position of VP of Clinical and Regulatory at Anteris Technologies from February 2021 to June 2025 and was the Director of Medical Affairs at Abiomed, Inc. from January 2008 to February 2021. Ioana has extensive experience leading clinical trials, overseeing protocol implementation, and developing clinical research strategies. Earlier roles include Directorship at Saint Joseph's Research Institute and a Postdoctoral Fellowship at NYU Medical Center, focusing on cardiology. Academic credentials include a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Cardiology from NYU School of Medicine and a Master of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland.