What do I do as a biomedical engineers?
As a Biomedical Engineer I apply my knowledge of physical science and engineering in an effort to design and develop life-support devices and other medical equipment that can assist health care professionals in improving the quality of life of patients. I also develop mathematical models and computer simulations in order to better understand the life processes that affect our health. Some of the devices and instruments that I design and develop are pacemakers, artificial limbs and organs, laser systems used in corrective eye surgery, computers that analyze blood, ultra-sound imaging equipment, and devices for automating insulin injections as well as controlling other bodily functions. I may also perform duties such as evaluating the effectiveness of drugs and other medications, developing new energy sources to power these medical devices, and managing a large number of technicians and assistants in a laboratory environment.