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In this episode of the Global Medical Device Podcast, Etienne Nichols hosts Laura Maher to discuss the critical role of design assurance in medical device development. They explore the importance of ownership in design and development documentation, delve into the complexities of design controls, and share practical insights on how to ensure compliance and streamline product development. Laura shares her unique journey from quality control to product development, emphasizing the need for a multidisciplinary approach to create effective and safe medical devices.Key Timestamps[00:00] - Introduction and Sponsor Messages[03:10] - Introducing Laura Maher and her background[06:45] - Who should own design and development documentation?[12:20] - The importance of understanding design controls[18:35] - The role of design assurance professionals[25:50] - Audience of design and development documentation[33:40] - The intersection of quality and product development[40:55] - Differences between design reviews and stage rev