J.Edward Shapland, Ph.D – Board President

Dr. Shapland has served in senior management roles in several start-up medical device companies.  He brings a great deal of experience in business management, finance and new business development.  He is the parent of three children.  His middle son has special health care needs and disabilities.  Ed has been an advocate for children with disabilities and special health care needs for over 25 years.  

Dr. Shapland obtained a doctorate from the University of Missouri in cardiovascular physiology.