Karan Chitkara
Sr. Principal Software Engineer · Medical Devices · Cybersecurity · Patented Innovator
Sr. Principal Software Engineer · Medical Devices · Cybersecurity · Patented Innovator
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Medtronic software architect behind award-winning neurostimulation systems, a pioneer in DBS therapy programming logic, and inventor of multiple cited patents powering next-generation adaptive medical devices.
Real-time signal-stimulation alignment UI for DBS optimization. Enables visualization of neural signals and therapy events to support adaptive programming decisions.
[View Patent]Allows clinicians to analyze therapy data without being connected to the implant. Enhances workflow efficiency and post-session review accuracy.
[View Patent]Introduced threshold-based signal interpretation logic for automatic DBS adjustments. A foundational contribution to closed-loop therapy systems.
[View Patent]Interactive interface that displays signal strength per electrode pair to aid programming decisions during and after DBS sessions.
[View Patent]Introduces ranking engine for identifying optimal electrodes based on signal quality metrics such as noise, amplitude, and stability.
[View Patent]Awarded to one standout engineer across the entire neurostimulation organization for making sustained, high-impact technical contributions that advanced core product development. Recognized for deep expertise in software architecture, programming, and signal processing logic used across multiple FDA-cleared platforms.
Presented in recognition of exceptional contributions to the global release of the SenSight Directional Lead System. This award is selectively given to individuals who played a critical role in delivering Medtronic's next-generation deep brain stimulation solution to the worldwide market.
Received formal recognition from Medtronic’s intellectual property team for multiple granted U.S. patents and filed international applications, demonstrating a pattern of innovation in neurostimulation software and signal-guided therapy platforms.
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