MedTech & eHealth Idea to Market

Do you want to improve healthcare with your idea? Our eLearning is a step-by-step guide on what it takes to get from idea to market.

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What can you expect?

In 10 episodes our experts will explain everything you need to know to bring your medical device or software idea to market safely and successfully. With help of videos, textbook pages, quizes and assignments we will make sure that you can bring theory to practice.

The eLearning is designed and suitable for startups, healthcare professionals, students, and anyone with an interest in healthcare or innovation.

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Startups

scale-ups and SME's

Students

with an innovative mindset

Health professionals

with a passion for innovation

Anyone else

with an interest in healthcare or innovation

Who is this eLearning for?

In this eLearning, we will tell you everything you need to know to get your medical device or software from idea to market safely and successfully. This eLearning is designed and suitable for almost everyone with an innovative idea and an interest in health innovation.

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Episode 1: Problem, Solution, Product

In the first episode, we will start off with the basics of startup theory. These will be vital aspects to take into account in the beginning when you have your first idea. We have asked experts (e.g., from TU Delft and OostNL) to tell you more about the Lean Startup Theory, Business Model Canvas, Problem Definition, and Regional Development Agencies.
Episode 2: Intellectual Property

Now that you’ve heard about startup theories, validation and avoidance of common mistakes when building your business, it’s time to know how to protect your idea. With two expert interviews, this episode will cover the topic of Intellectual Property.
Episode 3: Product Development

In this episode we will explain the most important aspects you need to take into account when building either your hardware or software. With three expert interviews, this topic is broadly covered.
Episode 4: Fundraising

As fundraising is such a big and important topic for this journey, we have dedicated a full episode to different types of fundraising. An example topic that will be covered: ‘What is Dilutive Funding’?
Episode 5: Clinical Evidence

The next step is conducting clinical trials and collecting clinical evidence for your medical device or software. This allows you to prove the safety and effectiveness of your device or software.
Episode 6: Standardization and Data Privacy

Data. It’s getting more and more and you can’t avoid it no longer. In this episode we will cover the most important topics of data standardization and data privacy. With three expert interviews, multiple topics will be covered like ‘How to guarantee privacy for your patients?’.
Episode 7: Quality Assurance and Risk Management

While manufacturing your medical device, you have to take into account both quality and risk. You need to make sure that the manufacturing process is up to standards in order to prevent defects and risks that may result in causing harm. We will tell you all about this topic in episode 7.
Episode 8: Market Access

Your idea is getting ready to access the market! In this episode we will cover all the important topics regarding market access, for example ‘What is notified body’ and ‘How does CE-marking work?’.
Episode 9: Business Case and Reimbursement

Since you already have a better idea on all the aspects needed to bring your innovation to the market, we are going to dive deeper into a business case in healthcare and reimbursement systems in this episode.
Episode 10: Sales and Distribution

In the tenth episode we will cover the topic of Sales and Distribution. The episode consists of a guest lecture of Frank Baijens on what a distributor is and does, and Edgar Kasteel on the role of the regulatory importer in Europe. Finally, our own Nino Bellengé, Managing Director of MedScaler, is going to dive deeper into sales and purchases at hospitals.

The episodes

What will you learn?

This eLearning will cover the important topics you must know to get your idea to the market, whether a medical device or software. Each episode will present information from different perspectives both theoretical and practical.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about eLearning

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I did sign up for the eLearning, but didn't receive my login details, what now?

It can take a few minutes after you signed up before you receive a mail with your login details. If you did not receive your login details in your regular inbox after a while, make sure to check your spam folder first. Still no email? Contact us at elearning@medscaler.com.
What if I forget my eLearning login details?

Please go to the login page again and clock on ‘Forgot your password?’.
How do I access the eLearning?

You can access the eLearning here. Your email also always contains a link that automatically links you to the eLearning login.
For whom is the MedScaler eLearning?

Our eLearning is designed for early-stage startups, aspiring entrepreneurs, medical professionals, healthcare workers, students and anyone else who may have an idea for a medical device or software.
What types of media will the eLearning consist of?

There are several types of media covered in our eLearning. There are two types of videos: informational and educational. Additionally, there is written content, which is most of the time a summary of what was said in the video pitches, and finally there are assignments which will help you create your own health innovation business plan.
Can I also purchase individual episodes of the eLearning?

No, you can only purchase the complete eLearning.
How long do I have access to the eLearning?

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Do I have to complete an episode in one go?

No, you can visit it at anytime, wherever you are. Each course is made up of a number of individual modules which enables you to complete it in your own time and at times convenient to you. If you wish to return to the course at the point you last left it at, please ensure you use the same device to access the course and do not clear your cache in between visits.
Is the eLearning transferable to someone else?

No. Your course cannot be transferred to anyone else.
I have purchased the eLearning online but cannot access the courses?

Please contact us via elearning@medscaler.com or use our other contact details on our contact page.
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First, check if you have a stable internet connection. If that doesn’t help, try to login again. Still not working? Contact the helpdesk of LearnWorld. If they can’t help you either, make sure to email us at elearning@medscaler.com.
Can I use the eLearning on multiple devices?

No, currently you can only use the eLearning on one device at a time. So, this means that one person can access the eLearning on only one device at a time.