Bernard Masson

Background

About Bernard Masson

With 34 years of experience in the medical industry, he holds a Bachelor's degree in Immunology, Haematology, and Cellular Biology, as well as a Master's degree in Metabolic Physiology. He began his career in the pharmaceutical sector, working for an American corporation for eight years before joining CeramTec AG in as a scientific consultant specializing in medical devices. At CeramTec AG, he focused on the study of biomaterials—particularly bioceramics—and served as a scientific consultant in orthopaedic surgery. In this role, he also led the marketing department. He is the author of numerous scientific publications and frequently speaks at international medical congresses. He is a member of the international expert panel behind the first European Consensus on “Medical & Scientific Research Requirements for the Clinical Introduction of Orthopaedic Joint Replacement Devices.” He is also an active member of the International Society for Technology in Arthroplasty (ISTA) and the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM). Currently, he serves as the Medical and Marketing Director at Teknimed, a company specializing in artificial bone substitutes, resorbable polymers, and PMMA bone cements for spine and orthopaedic applications.