1996, BSc in Mechanical Engineering, 1996 MSc in Biomedical Engineering, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL. 1992-94, Product Development Engineer, American Yard Products; Field design and testing engineer for the majority of Craftsmen small engines, mowers, and tractors. 1994-96, Product Development Engineer, Lima International Corporation; managed all of Lima's US based product development operations, surgeon training, clean room, and manufacturing. 1996-99, Principal AEC (Abovitz Engineering Consultants); managed medical device consultancy focusing primarily on cardiovascular device development. Since 1997, Co-Founder, Z-KAT, a leading technology player in computer-assisted surgery/medical robotics; CTO; Member, Board of Directors. Eight patents pending in computer-assisted surgery and medical robotics.