Conflict of Interest: Medical Device Companies

Introduction:

On September 29, 2016, Andrew Brightman, PhD, gave a presentation on the conflicts of interest that can arise from partnering with medical device companies during research. Dr. Brightman delves into the importance of minimizing the risk of harm from bias which could reduce the objectivity and integrity of research. He goes on to determine the importance of encouraging positive partnerships in research where a conflict of interest could pose a problem.

References:

Download the transcript for this TREATs talk here.
Brennan, T.A., Rothman, D.J., Blank, L., et al. (2006). Health Industry Practices That Create Conflicts of Interest: A policy proposal for Academic Medical Centers.JAMA. 295(4), 429–433.
Indiana University School of Medicine (2014). Industry Relations Policy
Rothman D.J., McDonald W.J., Berkowitz C.D., et al. (2009). Professional Medical Associations and Their Relationships With Industry: A Proposal for Controlling Conflict of Interest. JAMA. 301(13), 1367–1372.

Conflict of Interest: Medical Device Companies

Conflict of Interest: Medical Device Companies

Introduction:

References:

Center for Bioethics resources and social media channels