Our Organization

About TOPRA

We are the leading association for the industry. We help professionals develop their skills and further their careers by providing access to unique and relevant content and exclusive member services. We provide continuity and support, guidance and leadership development opportunities to over 200 local and regional chapters.

 
Our independent non-profit association was created to provide leadership for the development, promotion, and improvement of our profession. Our strategic plan calls for continued work in the areas of advocacy, diversity, education, and organizational excellence.

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News

Resources for professionals working in devices and combination products

Posted on 18/12/2017
Are you a regulatory affairs professional working in medical devices and/or drug-device combination products? See what TOPRA can do for you.

Recognising the contribution of TOPRA community volunteers

Posted on 13/03/2024
TOPRA’s volunteers play a vital role in enabling us to support our dynamic international community of members.

New European Commission regulations on medical devices

Posted on 06/04/2017
The European Commission has adopted new regulations on medical and in-vitro diagnostic medical devices.

Why we need to attract talent to regulatory affairs and how we can develop individuals

Posted on 23/04/2020
Ashley Dukes, Manager, Global Regulatory & Quality, GSK, UK, explains how a professional body like TOPRA can help develop individuals’ skills and experience.

TOPRA announces new Board members for 2024

Posted on 27/10/2023
Results of the elections to the TOPRA Board of Directors were announced at the Annual Review Meeting held on 24 October at the TOPRA Symposium 2023 in Lisbon.

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Advocacy

We advocate by uniting members around the world to work on the most important issues facing the profession.


We initiate and manage programs with governmental and non-governmental agencies, presenting industry positions and supporting documentation on key issues.