Medtech Companies Need To Do Better At Patient Engagement, Expert Says

A top clinical research expert says the medical device industry is lagging behind the pharmaceutical industry when it comes to engaging patients. While industry groups are pushing for more patient preference be factored in in regulatory decisions, John Lewis of patient advocacy group Heart Valve Voice says medtech companies themselves are not investing enough in this area.

Low angle view of female therapist and senior male patient shaking hands at hospital ward

While medical device industry groups have stepped up to push for more patient engagement – whether that’s in product development or regulatory decisions – one industry expert says medtech companies are still significantly lagging behind pharmaceutical firms in this area.

John Lewis, executive director of patient advocacy group Heart Valve Voice, used to be VP of the Association of Clinical Research Organizations, where he saw how drug and device firms...

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