CHD Research Forum on Device Development-Developing Industry Relationships

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In this video, Evan discusses his journey in the medical industry, particularly in working with companies and developing medical devices. He talks about how his first real job involved a clinical trial for a pediatric device, which helped establish his credibility. He emphasizes the importance of prioritizing relationships with companies and being a top performer in studies, regardless of the size of the site. Evan also discusses the challenge of balancing loyalty to patients and institutions with working for these companies. He mentions the need to stay impartial and not to promote one device over another. He emphasizes overdisclosure of relationships with companies and maintaining boundaries. Evan, along with the other speakers in the video, stresses the need for collaboration between the medical field and industry to develop technologies that benefit patients. Disclosing potential conflicts of interest is also highlighted as crucial in maintaining transparency and trust.

Keywords

medical industry

developing medical devices

clinical trial

collaboration

transparency