Risk Management in Medical Devices (ISO 14971)

Build safer medical devices and meet global regulatory expectations

Risk Management in Medical Devices (ISO 14971)

Build safer medical devices and meet global regulatory expectations

Risk management isn’t just a regulatory requirement — it’s the foundation of safe medical device development.

Common Challenges

Many medical device teams struggle with:

• Understanding how to implement ISO 14971 requirements in practice

• Maintaining a compliant Risk Management File

• Knowing when risk management activities must occur during development

• Aligning risk processes with design controls and quality systems

• Preparing documentation that stands up to EU MDR and regulatory audits

Our Solution

Participants learn a structured, practical approach to risk management, including:

• Step-by-step implementation guidance

• Documentation strategies that pass audits

• Templates and checklists used by industry professionals

• Integration of risk management into development workflows

By the end of the course, participants will be able to apply ISO-aligned risk management throughout the entire product lifecycle.

Risk management isn’t just a regulatory requirement — it’s the foundation of safe medical device development.

Common Challenges

Many medical device teams struggle with:

• Understanding how to implement ISO 14971 requirements in practice

• Maintaining a compliant Risk Management File

• Knowing when risk management activities must occur during development

• Aligning risk processes with design controls and quality systems

• Preparing documentation that stands up to EU MDR and regulatory audits

Our Solution

Participants learn a structured, practical approach to risk management, including:

• Step-by-step implementation guidance

• Documentation strategies that pass audits

• Templates and checklists used by industry professionals

• Integration of risk management into development workflows

By the end of the course, participants will be able to apply ISO-aligned risk management throughout the entire product lifecycle.

What You'll Learn

Comprehensive curriculum designed to help you implement ISO-aligned risk management and meet global regulatory expectations.

Risk Management Foundation

  • Core concepts and terminology of medical device risk management

  • Understanding ISO 14971:2019 principles and structure

  • The role of risk management in compliant device development

The Complete Risk Management Process

  • Step-by-step risk management workflow

  • Risk identification, analysis, evaluation, and control

  • Practical methods for documenting and justifying risk decisions

Documentation & Risk Management File

  • How to build and maintain a compliant Risk Management File

  • Documentation expectations for audits and regulatory submissions

  • Templates and practical tools used in real device companies

Integration with Development & Regulations

  • Integrating risk management into the product lifecycle

  • Alignment with design controls and quality systems

  • EU MDR expectations related to medical device risk management

What You'll Learn

Comprehensive curriculum designed to help you implement ISO-aligned risk management and meet global regulatory expectations.

Risk Management Foundation

  • Core concepts and terminology of medical device risk management

  • Understanding ISO 14971:2019 principles and structure

  • The role of risk management in compliant device development

The Complete Risk Management Process

  • Step-by-step risk management workflow

  • Risk identification, analysis, evaluation, and control

  • Practical methods for documenting and justifying risk decisions

Documentation & Risk Management File

  • How to build and maintain a compliant Risk Management File

  • Documentation expectations for audits and regulatory submissions

  • Templates and practical tools used in real device companies

Integration with Development & Regulations

  • Integrating risk management into the product lifecycle

  • Alignment with design controls and quality systems

  • EU MDR expectations related to medical device risk management

Who This Course Is For

R&D Teams

Integrate risk management into product design and development processes.

Quality Assurance Professionals

Build compliant risk management systems and prepare for audits.

Regulatory Affairs Specialists

Understand how risk management supports successful regulatory submissions.

Design & Development Engineers

Apply structured risk analysis to improve product safety and performance.

Who This Course Is For

R&D Teams

Integrate risk management into product design and development processes.

Quality Assurance Professionals

Build compliant risk management systems and prepare for audits.

Regulatory Affairs Specialists

Understand how risk management supports successful regulatory submissions.

Design & Development Engineers

Apply structured risk analysis to improve product safety and performance.

Meet Your Instructor

iris

Iris Leinwand

Senior consultant in medical device quality and global regulatory compliance. Expert in ISO 13485, EU MDR/IVDR, FDA QSR, and sterilization validation.

Areas of expertise: • Medical Device Quality Systems • Global Regulatory Compliance • ISO 13485 & MDR/IVDR • FDA & MDSAP Readiness • Sterilization Validation and Auditing

  • 20+ years regulatory & quality consulting in medical devices

  • Expert in ISO 13485, EU MDR/IVDR, FDA QSR & global submissions

  • Senior consultant at R&Q with extensive FDA, EU & Health Canada experience

  • Former Sanofi-Aventis Regulatory Affairs Manager & international marketing leader

Meet Your Instructor

iris

Iris Leinwand

Senior consultant in medical device quality and global regulatory compliance. Expert in ISO 13485, EU MDR/IVDR, FDA QSR, and sterilization validation.

Areas of expertise: • Medical Device Quality Systems • Global Regulatory Compliance • ISO 13485 & MDR/IVDR • FDA & MDSAP Readiness • Sterilization Validation and Auditing

  • 20+ years regulatory & quality consulting in medical devices

  • Expert in ISO 13485, EU MDR/IVDR, FDA QSR & global submissions

  • Senior consultant at R&Q with extensive FDA, EU & Health Canada experience

  • Former Sanofi-Aventis Regulatory Affairs Manager & international marketing leader

Course Format & Schedule

Live via Zoom

Interactive sessions with real-time Q&A and expert guidance

April 14-15, 2025

Two intensive sessions: 10:00-13:30 EST each day

7 Hours Total

Comprehensive coverage in convenient half-day sessions

60-Day Replay Access

Review sessions and reference materials at your own pace

Investment & Bonuses

840$
Individual Registration
Group Rate: $749
For 3+ people from same organization
Secure your spot

Add Your Heading Text Here

Investment & Bonuses

840$
Individual Registration
Group Rate: $739
For 3+ people from same organization
Secure your spot

Exclusive Bonuses

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need prior experience with risk management

No. The course is suitable for both beginners and experienced professionals.

Yes. Participants receive templates and checklists that support real implementation.

Yes. The course fully reflects ISO 14971:2019 requirements and EU MDR expectations.

Yes. Participants receive course materials and 45-day replay access.

Still have questions?

What Professionals Say About This Course

Sarah MitchellQA/RA Director, Medical Device Company
This course finally clarified how ISO 14971 should actually be implemented in real development projects. The examples were extremely practical.
David ChenR&D Manager, Digital Health Startup
Iris explained complex regulatory expectations in a way that our entire cross-functional team could understand and apply immediately.
Michael RosenbergQuality Systems Manager, MedTech Manufacturer
The session on building a Risk Management File alone was worth the course. We improved our internal documentation process right away.
Laura GómezRegulatory Affairs Specialist, Global MedTech Company
Clear, structured, and highly relevant for companies preparing for EU MDR compliance.
Kevin PatelProduct Development Lead, Medical Device Startup
A great balance between theory and practical implementation. Our engineering team gained a much better understanding of risk analysis.
Anna BergströmSenior Compliance Manager, Life Science Company
One of the most practical trainings I’ve attended on medical device risk management. Highly recommended for QA and RA professionals.

Ready to Strengthen Your Medical Device Risk Management?

Join medical device professionals who are improving product safety, regulatory readiness, and development efficiency through practical ISO-aligned risk management.

Expert Guidance

Ready-to-Use Templates

Accelerated Implementation

Regulatory Inspection Ready

Still have questions?