As a predominantly women-led company, Beekley Medical is no stranger to supporting women in all career choices. Women have historically been underserved and underrepresented in health sciences. More women in STEM careers directly benefit the healthcare industry and, more importantly, its patients by introducing diverse perspectives, innovative ideas, and heightened empathy into patient care. This diversity not only fosters more creative problem-solving but also ensures healthcare solutions are more inclusive, compassionate, and effective, ultimately improving patient experiences and outcomes.
Morgan’s Story
Morgan earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in biomedical engineering from UConn, specializing in neuroprosthetics. Her graduate research involved designing diagnostic circuits for implantable microelectrode arrays used in neurostimulation, significantly shaping her perspective on engineering's impact in healthcare.
After graduation, Morgan spent three years at a biotech startup developing an advanced imaging device for cancer detection, contributing to system development, PCB design, and clinical research.
She joined Beekley Medical, driven by a lifelong interest in medical technology sparked by witnessing a friend’s transformative medical treatment. At Beekley, Morgan continues to advance professionally, gaining expertise in solid modeling, design for manufacturing, and regulatory processes.
In her role as a product design engineer, Morgan embodies Beekley’s commitment to World Class Customer Care by developing and rigorously testing products to ensure optimal performance for patients and healthcare providers. She thrives in the creative problem-solving and innovation process, regularly participating in collaborative brainstorming sessions.
Outside work, Morgan enjoys coaching cheerleading, participating in community fundraisers, traveling, boating, playing pickleball, and cherishing time with family and friends.
Kaitlin’s Journey
Kaitlin's engineering journey began with a fascination with prosthetics sparked by a television show she watched when she was younger about a character with a mechanical arm and leg!
She studied mechanical engineering at Quinnipiac University and gained practical experience in medical device development before joining Beekley Medical. At Beekley, Kaitlin applies her product design and manufacturing expertise to positively impact patient care.
Inspired by Mark Watney's hands-on, inventive approach in "The Martian," Kaitlin enjoys creatively addressing engineering challenges. She takes pride in spearheading new product initiatives and sustainability projects that help Beekley continuously improve healthcare solutions.
Outside the workplace, Kaitlin is a passionate student of continuous learning who enjoys repairing household items, engaging with audiobooks and podcasts, and exploring diverse culinary and cultural experiences.
Navigating Challenges, Achieving Success
Women in STEM often face unique challenges such as overcoming biases, balancing personal and professional responsibilities, and achieving recognition. Beekley Medical actively supports its women engineers, providing a collaborative, inclusive environment that fosters resilience and innovation. Morgan and Kaitlin exemplify this, consistently making meaningful contributions to healthcare technology.
Empowering women in STEM is vital for sustained innovation, better patient outcomes, and societal advancement. Beekley Medical proudly champions diversity through core values that enable talented women like Morgan and Kaitlin to excel and inspire future generations.
Megan Sargalski
Marketing Communications Specialist
