Jacob BergslandCo Founder

Norway - Oslo, Oslo

With over 30 years of experience as a cardiac surgeon and a doctor, I am currently the Chief Medical Officer at CardioMech AS, a medical device company developing a novel transcatheter mitral valve repair technology. I hold an MD and a PhD in medicine and cardiac surgery from the University of Oslo, and I have multiple certifications and publications in the field. My specialty education in General and Cardiothoracic Surgery was in Buffalo NY, where I subsequently practiced Cardiac Surgery at Buffalo VAMC and at Kaleida Health. My core competencies include medical education, healthcare management, clinical research, and innovation. I am passionate about improving the quality of life and outcomes for patients with heart diseases, and I am dedicated to advancing the field of cardiac surgery through cutting-edge technology and collaboration. As the CMO at CardioMech AS, working closely with our CEO Rick Nehm and the management team, I participate actively in the clinical development, regulatory affairs, and medical affairs of the company, and I work closely with the engineering, and business development teams to ensure the safety, efficacy, and value proposition of our products. I also partner with leading cardiologists, surgeons, and researchers around the world to conduct clinical trials, generate evidence, and disseminate knowledge. I bring diverse perspectives and experiences to the company, as I have worked in different countries and settings, such as Norway, Bosnia, in addition to more than 20 years in the US, and I speak multiple languages. I am always eager to learn new skills and explore new challenges, and I strive to contribute to the company's mission and vision.
I am dedicated to support of the free world and has worked part time in Bosnia and Herzegovina for almost 30 years as an educator and hospital developer. I am presently working on projects in Bosnia, Norway and the United States.