The Lean MedTech? Fail Fast, innovate faster, save lives

October 8, 2024 in Berlin

MedTech Unleashed brought together the stakeholders from across the MedTech ecosystem, uniting innovators, clinicians, VCs, regulators, designers, and strategists with a shared mission to tackle the toughest challenges in MedTech innovation.

Together, we explored key strategies and solutions for derisking mission-critical medical device development.

the conference

Key Takeaways:

Collaboration accelerates MedTech innovation

Startups and SMEs need platforms that provide holistic support, from idea to commercialization.

The industry must embrace both short-term profitability and long-term impact when evaluating innovations.

Continuous dialogue between innovators, regulators, doctors, and investors is vital for sustainable growth.

MedTech Unleashed is a platform for progress—Serving as a forum for open dialogue between innovators, regulators, doctors, researchers, and investors, MedTech Unleashed is designed to address the industry’s most critical challenges. There is much work to be done, but the impact we can make together is undeniable.

"By joining forces, we're creating a unique platform where our combined expertise in MedTech can drive meaningful innovation. This boutique event is not just about discussing challenges – it's about finding actionable solutions and fostering collaborations that will push the boundaries of what's possible in mission-critical MedTech."

– Marc Nagel, Co-Founder at Pilotfish

breakout sessions

From Insight to Impact

Starting Your Journey in Human-Centered Medical Device Development

A brief introduction to design tools and methods to include your target users' and medical device stakeholders throughout the complete product development process, from concept till commercial product delivered to the market.

Daniel László-Deli, Senior Innovation Manager at Pilotfish

From Concept to Patient

5 Key Factors for Successful Medical Device Development

Discover the critical steps for turning a medical device concept into a life-changing solution. Drawing on the infamous Theranos case, this session uncovers the pitfalls to avoid and the lessons to embrace. We'll dive into five essential factors that can make or break your journey from idea to patient impact. Join us to gain actionable insights and ensure your innovations succeed where others (75%) have failed.

Nico Drost, CEO at Zign Group

Early Warning System

Exposing Software Risks before they Expose you

Exploring the essential role of risk assessment in product development and the lifecycle of medical devices, specifically focusing on the challenges posed by software development. We discuss the importance of identifying, understanding, and mitigating the potential side effects of software upgrades to ensure the development of safe and reliable medical devices.

Anna Geyer, Team Lead Host Defi-Monitor at Corscience

Internationalizing your Medical Technology

Going to the US

Pressure from investors to go to the US? Unsure about the true market opportunity and challenges to get there? This session is designed to equip MedTech startups with the knowledge to make informed decisions about expanding into the US market. From understanding the true market potential, regulatory landscape, payors and reimbursement, funding opportunities, cultural nuances and more, attendees will gain an overview of the opportunities and challenges of going international with your medical technology.

Daniel Young, Co-Founder & Strategist at Digital Health Works

our Speakers & Hosts

Strategist at Digital Health Works

Daniel Young

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