CHD Research Forum on Device Development-Developing Industry Relationships

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In this video, Evan shares his personal journey in working with industry in the medical field. He mentions the importance of staying impartial and prioritizing relationships with these companies, working to be the top performer in trials and studies. He emphasizes that the loyalty should be to the patients and institutions rather than to the companies themselves. Evan also discusses the challenges of finding a balance between promoting advancements in technology while also maintaining independence and not becoming a spokesperson for a particular device or company. He stresses the need for transparency in disclosing any conflicts of interest and being honest with industry partners. The discussion highlights the symbiotic relationship between academia and industry, recognizing the importance of industry's contribution in developing medical devices for patient care.

Keywords

medical industry

developing medical devices

clinical trial

collaboration

transparency