Markus Wälti is a highly experienced professional currently serving as the Head of the Medical Devices Vigilance Division at Swissmedic, the Swiss Agency for Therapeutic Products. With over 12 years in this position, Markus leads a team dedicated to the surveillance and safety of medical devices in Switzerland. His division is responsible for handling incident reports, ensuring patient safety, and overseeing corrective actions to mitigate health risks associated with medical devices.
At Swissmedic, Markus has been instrumental in adapting to the rapidly evolving field of medical technology. He emphasizes the importance of digitalization and interdisciplinary collaboration within his team to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in managing over 5,000 incident reports annually.
Markus holds degrees in Medical Technology Management, Business Administration, and Engineering in Microtechnology. Before joining Swissmedic, he gained extensive experience in the medical device industry, focusing on international regulatory affairs and quality management. Additionally, Markus has worked for several years in the telecommunications industry and for an IT service provider, broadening his expertise in various high-tech and regulatory environments.