Jeffrey Champagne

Panel Discussions: Growth Strategies: Efficient Innovation http://medtech.org/events/medtech2014/agenda/meeting/efficient-innovation Efficient innovation is a key concept as healthcare regulations affect R&D budgets across the board & companies receive reduced reimbursement from Medicare & the EU. With these fiscal challenges, the question presents itself – how do you remain competitive + innovate for less? This panel will examine initiatives – in both the medical device & pharmaceutical… Show more

Panel Discussions: Growth Strategies: Efficient Innovation http://medtech.org/events/medtech2014/agenda/meeting/efficient-innovation Efficient innovation is a key concept as healthcare regulations affect R&D budgets across the board & companies receive reduced reimbursement from Medicare & the EU. With these fiscal challenges, the question presents itself – how do you remain competitive + innovate for less? This panel will examine initiatives – in both the medical device & pharmaceutical verticals – including product redesigns, the streamlining of internal processes & unique academic + industry partnerships that allow companies to innovate effectively. Discussion points How can companies design products to be more in line with new reimbursement codes & regulations? How can the revamping of internal processes with efficiency in mind lend to a culture of innovation? How do you decrease risk upfront before developing a novel technology, considering both start-ups & expanding product suites? What is the importance of public-private partnerships in an environment with less government funding available? Innovation & Technology: mHealth Integration http://medtech.org/events/medtech2014/agenda/meeting/mhealth-integration Mobile health, or mHealth, is changing the way healthcare relates to our lives. From increased ownership of patients’ health-related information, to a changing landscape in healthcare communication, mHealth is influencing hundreds of innovations in the marketplace today. What does this mean for traditional medical device & pharmaceutical manufacturers? This panel will delve into these issues including integration, funding & regulation, & provide concrete guidance for mHealth trailblazers. Discussion points How does mHealth dovetail or compete with existing technologies? How do you integrate mHealth the right way into your products? What does the payer model look like for mHealth? What are the regulatory requirements for mHealth including marketing? Show less