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SafeOp 3 Neuromonitoring Mount Redesign (Alphatec Spine)

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Christopher Gorzynski

Project Timeline

Jun 2024 - Sep-2024

OVERVIEW

Redesigned the bed rail mounting system for the SafeOp 3 intraoperative neuromonitoring device during an R&D internship at Alphatec Spine. The project addressed issues with the existing clamp, which protruded into the surgical workspace, interfered with OR staff, and experienced plastic deformation over repeated attachment and removal cycles, leading to loss of clamping force and damage to several units. The redesign focused on reducing the device's overall profile on the operating table while maintaining clamping integrity over repeated use. Design requirements were driven by clinical workflow needs, including quick attachment and removal during case setup and turnover, compatibility with both the Jackson frame and standard bed rails, and durability under high-cycle use. Multiple design iterations were developed in SolidWorks, incorporating feedback from engineering and marketing stakeholders. The final design improved stability during table repositioning, reduced interference with the surgical field, and delivered a more robust and reliable mounting solution while remaining compatible with existing SafeOp hardware and workflows.

HighlightS

Developed two distinct design iterations of the SafeOp 3 bed rail mounting clamp to reduce device profile and improve stability during clinical use

SKILLS

SolidWorksRapid PrototypingDesign Iteration3D PrintingUsability StudyEngineering Part and Assembly DrawingsDesign for ManufacturingCross-Functional Collaboration

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Christopher Gorzynski

Biomedical Engineering Design Professional

I'm a biomedical engineering student at Cal Poly with hands-on experience in medical device design and development. I specialize in SolidWorks CAD, FEA analysis, and rapid prototyping, having interned at Alphatec Spine and CytoCT. I excel at translating product requirements into functional designs, leading cross-functional teams, and optimizing designs for manufacturability and cost-effectiveness while maintaining rigorous engineering standards.