Damian Carr
Damian Carr, Catheter Innovation Specialist, Eyedea Medtech Education
Damian Carr is an internationally recognized leader in catheter innovation and minimally invasive medical device development. As the founder of Eyedea Medtech Education & Eyedea Medtech Consulting, Damian has created a globally respected platform dedicated to elevating the technical knowledge and design capabilities of engineers and medtech professionals. His mission is clear: to empower the next generation of innovators with the real-world, applicable insights, tools and knowledge.
With a background in hands-on device development and a deep curiosity for how things work at a first-principles level, Damian has become a thought leader in the medtech sector, especially in the areas of cardiovascular, neurovascular, and pulmonary catheter systems. His approach blends rigorous engineering fundamentals with practical creativity, enabling both emerging and experienced professionals to break through design challenges and drive meaningful improvements in patient care.
He is the author of The Catheter R&D Handbook, a highly regarded technical reference which was released in early 2025 and is already used by professionals across industry and academia. This publication captures his depth of experience in design controls, prototyping, testing, material selection, and system integration for catheter-based devices. More than just a handbook, it reflects his broader commitment to democratizing advanced medtech knowledge and improving the standard of innovation in the field.