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Andrew Sandefer

Andrew Sandefer

Patent Examiner

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Medical Director - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

  • Education

    • Worcester Polytechnic Institute

      2009 - 2010
      Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) Biomedical Engineering

    • Worcester Polytechnic Institute

      2005 - 2009
      Bachelor of Science Biomedical Engineering

      Activities and Societies: Biomedical Engineering Society, Varsity Crew, Theta Chi Fraternity Undergraduate Thesis:In association with UMASS Memorial Medical Center, I collaborated in a four person team investigating, through mechanical stress tests, Stryker bone-plate systems within human and porcine sternums. This was in order to design an innovative method to treat a surgically bisected sternum. During the project, We communicated with surgeons and implant manufacturers to provided standards for testing and design, maintained and calibrated testing equipment, and integrated and… Show more Undergraduate Thesis:In association with UMASS Memorial Medical Center, I collaborated in a four person team investigating, through mechanical stress tests, Stryker bone-plate systems within human and porcine sternums. This was in order to design an innovative method to treat a surgically bisected sternum. During the project, We communicated with surgeons and implant manufacturers to provided standards for testing and design, maintained and calibrated testing equipment, and integrated and customized screw and plate parameters to suit osteoporotic patients. Show less

    • University of New England

      2014 - 2018
      Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

  • Experience

    • US Patent and Trademark Office

      Oct 2010 - Oct 2011
      Patent Examiner

      Focused in laser and light based surgery technology and procedures, I analyzed and verified if an invention application complies with basic layout, standards, and legal requirements.Typical applications include photodynamic therapy, low level laser therapy, photoablation, and laser eye surgery.

    • Athletes Without Limits

      Mar 2011 - Oct 2011
      Adaptive Rowing Volunteer

      Assisted in preparing equipment, docking, and rowing training of individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

    • VA Boston Healthcare System

      Nov 2011 - Jul 2014
      Electromyography Technologist

      ABEM Certified TechnologistOperated and monitored a variety of neuro-diagnostic equipment to administer routine and specialized diagnostic treatment during procedures. Procedures include Nerve Conduction Studies, Quantitative Sensory Tests, and Quantitative Muscle Testing.Led PM&R Residency education in the area of Nerve Conduction Studies

    • Berkshire Health Systems

      Jul 2018 - Jun 2019
      Medical Intern Year

    • Eastern Virginia Medical School

      Jul 2019 - Jun 2022
      PM&R Chief Resident

      Residency training in electrodiagnostics, interventional procedures, chronic pain treatment and more. Providing care for patients with Neuro-musculoskeletal, traumatic, and congenital disorders in the inpatient and outpatient setting.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Fellow of American Academy Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

      American Academy Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
      May 2023

    • Certified Nerve Conduction Technologist

      American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine
      Apr 2013