DocumentCode
1235715
Title
The medical device industry and the biomedical engineer: current status and future trends
Author
Farley, B.E.
Author_Institution
Eli Lilly & Co., Indianapolis, IN, USA
Volume
8
Issue
3
fYear
1989
Firstpage
27
Lastpage
32
Abstract
The role of new and existing technology in the development of medical devices is examined. The impact of competition and economic and regulatory pressures is assessed. The identification of clinical needs is discussed. These include the needs to reduce liability, find less invasive alternatives to surgery, improve the quality of life, and prevent disease. Career opportunities are considered in some detail.<>
Keywords
biomedical engineering; reviews; biomedical engineer; career opportunities; competition; economic pressures; life quality improvement; medical device industry; regulatory pressures; technology; Angioplasty; Biomedical engineering; Biomedical imaging; Manufacturing industries; Medical diagnostic imaging; Medical services; Pacemakers; Pharmaceutical technology; Shock waves; Technological innovation;
fLanguage
English
Journal_Title
Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine, IEEE
Publisher
ieee
ISSN
0739-5175
Type
jour
DOI
10.1109/51.35575
Filename
35575
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