REG Medical
INDEPENDENT REGULATORY CONSULTANCY

Regulatory
compliance , made
clearer.

C-REG Medical helps small to medium-sized manufacturers and distributors of medical or in-vitro devices achieve and manage compliance with American, European and other International regulations.

The aim is to help companies sell their devices and products on world markets, with close and personalised support from Tim Lawton.

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Tim Lawton

Tim Lawton

PRINCIPAL REGULATORY CONSULTANT Founder, C-REG Medical SARL

Chartered Engineer (IET) & RAPS Member with extensive UK & European medical device industry experience since 1996.

  • Direct 1-on-1
  • US FDA 510(k), De Novo & PMA Guidance
  • European MDR (2017/745) & IVDR (2017/746) Compliance
ABOUT C-REG MEDICAL

Direct Expert Accompagnement

Personalized regulatory strategy tailored specifically for medical device & diagnostic innovators.

Founded in September 2006 by Tim Lawton, C-REG Medical SARL was established to provide direct, hands-on regulatory affairs and quality assurance consulting to small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Operating as a Limited Liability company ('SARL') since February 2008, C-REG Medical is led solely by Tim Lawton.

Unlike large multi-layered agencies where your project is passed down to junior staff, working with C-REG Medical means you deal directly with Tim Lawton at every step of your regulatory compliance journey.

Solo Expert Focus

Direct one-on-one communication.

Tailored SME Approach

Pragmatic compliance strategies scaled to your company size and timeline.

Dual Market Expertise

Comprehensive alignment with US (FDA) and European (MDR\IVDR) standards.

PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT PROFILE

Tim Lawton – Regulatory Affairs & QA Expert

Tim Lawton helps manufacturers and distributors of medical and in-vitro devices achieve and manage compliance with USA, European & other international regulations.

Tim LAWTON

Tim LAWTON

PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT & FOUNDER BEng (Hons), RAPS Member, Chartered Engineer IET
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Tim LAWTON first started his career in England as an Engineer in manufacturing (Manufacturing Systems Engineer, BEng, University of Hertfordshire). He acquired a significant experience as Manufacturing Engineer, Manufacturing Manager, and Quality Assurance Manager.

Established in France since 1996, he worked as Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs Manager with manufacturers of medical devices and in-vitro devices.

He set up his own company in September 2006 (C-REG Medical), committing himself to helping small & medium sized companies with their regulatory issues, to provide a close and efficient accompaniment where it is needed.

CORE CONSULTANCY PILLARS

Targeted Regulatory & Quality Services

Focusing on key intervention areas to safely accelerate global market access.

Regulatory is not a stand-alone put it in a corner thing... but a major integrated company project management problem !

US FDA Regulatory Access

Guidance on 510(k), De Novo, PMA, and Q-Submission strategies, FDA product classification and direct liaison representation.

Business needs

From due-diligence audits to time-to-market evaluations (budget, resources, regulatory pathway) through to the out-of-the-box strategies that make the difference (how not to be a medical device, business risk vs regulatory, ...).

ISO 14971 Risk & SaMD

Structured risk management analysis and compliance strategies for Software as a Medical Device (SaMD), Cybersecurity and AI / ML needs.

European MDR / IVDR Conformity

Technical documentation review, Notified Body preparation, and compliance strategies for EU Directives.

Quality Systems

Implementation & alignment of Quality Management Systems including ISO 13485, QSMR, 21 CFR 803 & 806, 21 CFR 820

Post-Market Vigilance & Training

Setting up user and distributor post-market vigilance systems alongside customized team training programs.

GLOBAL MARKET ACCESS

Target Markets: US, Europe & other International Markets

Comprehensive regulatory alignment across major global jurisdictions.

US

US Regulatory Access (FDA)

Whether you are thinking about selling on the US market or working on your submission project, high-level expertise addresses your exact needs.

Q-Sub, 510(k), De Novo, and PMA submission strategies & drafting
QSMR (ISO 13485 + 21 CFR 820) Quality Systems Regulations & transition audit
Labeling, User Manuals, Software UI, and promotional material review
Direct communication, liaison representation, and Q-Submission meetings with FDA
FDA Product Classification & guidance document identification
SaMD (Software as a Medical Device) lifecycle & cybersecurity compliance
FDA Foreign & USA-based site inspection preparation
ISO 14971 Risk Analysis & post-market vigilance systems implementation
EU

European Market Access (CE Marking MDR / IVDR)

Guiding your medical device onto the European market with seamless regulatory transitions.

Transition management from MDD (93/42/EEC) to MDR (EU 2017/745)
Conformity assessment routes & Technical File / GSPR documentation development
Clinical Evaluations, Clinical Studies support, and ISO 14971 Risk Analysis
Surveillance of regulatory evolutions & compliance other EU Regulations / Directives
Transition management from IVDD (98/79/EC) to IVDR (EU 2017/746)
ISO 13485 Quality Management System implementation & internal audits
Interfacing with Notified Bodies & European Competent Authorities (ANSM, HAS, etc)
IN

Other International Markets

Overcoming complex international barriers across global markets.

As a manufacturer of a medical device, the way to a foreign market is often longer and harder than anticipated.
Tim's experience with international submissions can help.
According to the country involved, he can intervene directly or put you in contact with a local professional.

Have You Thought About Tailored Team Training?

Your regulatory issues can be first addressed by training your team involved in FDA or CE marking projects.

Programs are customised taking into account both to your team's technical profile & your regulatory business needs.

OUR APPROACH

Working with C-REG Medical

A close and efficient partner in France for your regulatory issues.

Established in France

Set up in Candillargues (Montpellier region, France), providing direct, local European presence.

Direct Lead Expert

C-REG Medical is me — Tim LAWTON, established in France since 1996 with extensive QA/RA experience.

Bilingual Fluency (EN / FR)

Fluent in English & French, ensuring clear communication with French (ANSM) and International regulatory bodies (FDA, EMA).

Diverse TPE & SME Solutions

Wide array of solutions tailored to fit the exact requirements and budget of small & medium companies.

Personalized Accompagnement

Ensures close, dedicated accompagnement for each client company, big or small whatever their size & needs.

Global US & EU Coverage

Dual US and European regulatory scope enabling a streamlined global approach to market access.

DIRECTORY & OFFICIAL LINKS

Essential Regulatory Authorities & Portals

Direct access links to official US, European, and French regulatory bodies.

US Regulatory Links

FDA CDRH

FDA CDRH – Center for Devices and Radiological Health

FDA Medical Devices

FDA Medical Device section

US EPA

EPA – United States Environmental Protection Agency

US HIPAA

HIPAA – US Department of Health & Human Services

European Regulatory Links

EU Europa _ Medical Device Sector

EU Gateway – European Commission Medical Devices Portal

NANDO Database

NANDO Database – List of Approved Notified Bodies for MDR & IVDR

CAMD Association

CAMD – Association of Competent Authorities for Medical Devices

MDCG

MDCG endorsed documents & other guidance

French Regulatory Links

ANSM France

ANSM – Agence Nationale de Sécurité du Médicament et des Produits de Santé

HAS France

HAS – Haute Autorité de Santé (French National Authority for Health)

AFNOR Standards

AFNOR – French National Standards Organization (ISO/EN Standards)

SNITEM Syndicate

SNITEM – French National Syndicate for Medical Technology Industry

PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS

Decades of Engineering & Quality Mastery

EDUCATION

BEng Manufacturing Systems Engineer (University of Hertfordshire, UK)

RAPS MEMBERSHIP

Member of RAPS (Regulatory Affairs Professional Society)

ENGINEERING COUNCIL

Chartered Engineer Member of the IET (Institution of Engineering & Technology)

Based in Candillargues, France (SIRET 502 472 590 00012 RCS Montpellier) Find Tim Lawton on LinkedIn
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Whether you need brief advice or complete regulatory management, reach out today.

PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT Tim LAWTON
COMPANY NAME C-REG Medical SARL
LOCATION 34130 Candillargues, France
REGISTRATION SIRET 502 472 590 00012 RCS Montpellier | Code NAF 7022Z

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