Quiz 1 Flashcards
What are the 3 dimensions of a need?
the core problem, the population affected by the problem, the desired outcome of problem solved
What do need statements provide?
the foundation for all subsequent steps in the biodesign innovation process
What is the needs statement template?
A way to address [problem] in [population] that [outcome]
What is a superseding need?
a need that is proximal or upstream of the need under consideration and if solved would make this need unneccesary
What is an incremental need?
focused on addressing issues with or making modifications to an existing solution
What is a blue sky need?
requires solutions that represent a major departure from currently available alternatives
What is a mixed need?
b/t incremental and blue sky; solution is defined but requires expansive thinking
What is epidemiology?
describes the causes, distribution, and control of disease in the population
What is pathophysiology?
describes the disturbance of normal anatomy and physiology caused by a disease
What is mortality?
the death rate associated with the disease
What is morbidity?
the severity of the disease and its associated complications
What is a gap analysis?
identification of opportunities to create value within the landscape of existing solutions
What are the four stages of team dynamics?
Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing
When do teams work?
as long as all members cooperate
When do teams succeed?
through the cooperation and participation of individuals
Who are your stakeholders?
person w/ vested interest in need being solved
How to identify your stakeholders?
follow the people involved in your cycle of care OR follow the flow of money
Why do we care about stakeholder interest?
understand the barriers that might prevent the stakeholders to resist adoption of a new innovation
Patient stakeholders
ultimate gatekeepers on adoption of a treatment
Physician stakeholders
physician preferences drive device usage
Facility stakeholders
like hospitals, are almost entirely profit driven
Payers (stakeholders)
decide if insurance companies will agree to reimburse for the device
What is market analysis?
determining if a potential need being evaluated is commercially viable
What are the 3 steps of Market Analysis?
Broad landscape of the market, market segmentation, target market
