Nina L. Hunter PhD

Patient Engagement October 28, 2015

Why Partnerships are Key to the Science of Patient Input

By Nina L. Hunter PhD & Robert M. Califf MD – We recently announced the first FDA Patient Engagement Advisory Committee (PEAC), supported by the Center of Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH). The Committee will provide advice to the FDA Commissioner on complex issues relating to medical devices, the regulation of devices, and their use by patients.

Patient Engagement October 16, 2015

FDA Announces First-ever Patient Engagement Advisory Committee

By Nina L. Hunter PhD & Robert M. Califf MD – Although it may seem odd in retrospect, the development of new technologies intended to improve patients’ lives has largely relied upon expert opinions rather than asking patients and families directly what they consider most important.