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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;WHAT IS THE OBJECTIVE OF CLINICAL TESTING ON PHARMACEUTICA DRUGS?&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/59133/</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:46:31 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The purpose of clinical testing is to decide if a drug is safe and effective enough to treat a certain condition. Drugs function by affecting biological functions within the body. Clinically tested drugs have the ability to reduce disease development,&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/clinical-research-basics/what-is-the-objective-of-clinical-testing-on-pharmaceutica-drugs/paged/3/#post-24406" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Diversity and Inclusion in Clinical Trials&#034; -</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:23:08 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>By finding multiple volunteers from all different backgrounds and making enrollment goals meet these standards, companies can ensure that their study patient group is as needed and expected. By using volunteers from different races, ethnicities, ages, sexes, as well as&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/clinical-research-basics/diversity-and-inclusion-in-clinical-trials/#post-24403" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Placebo Effect&#034; -</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:09:58 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When comparing results from a group that receive test drugs and a group that are given the placebo, the placebo effect can be differentiated. It is happens to be that the two groups exemplify positive results, then those working on&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/clinical-research-basics/placebo-effect/paged/2/#post-24401" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Who Are You Selling To?&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/58925/</link>
				<pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 23:36:53 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When developing a company to manufacturing dental tools, I would sell them to dentists themselves, dental retailers, and dental clinics/ offices. Because dentists are the primary users, selling to them directly could impact the way the company manufactures the tools&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/marketing-and-sales/who-are-you-selling-to/paged/2/#post-24315" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Brand Coloring&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/58924/</link>
				<pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 23:28:14 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I have noticed that different industries typically lean towards certain colors in their branding.  For example, green is usually used for biological, natural, and health brands while blue is used for medical companies because its a color that symbolizes professionalism&#8230;. &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/marketing-and-sales/brand-coloring/paged/6/#post-24314" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;When Does a Surgeon Become a Brand Ambassador Ethically?&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/58922/</link>
				<pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 22:47:56 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Physicians should be compensated for their time and skills when it comes to testing or developing new and upcoming devices but not regarding the number of devices sold or referencing it to be used.  This is essentially because, no matter&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/marketing-and-sales/when-does-a-surgeon-become-a-brand-ambassador-ethically/#post-24312" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Accepting job based on company.&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/58849/</link>
				<pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 23:14:12 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The type of company would not be the reason I turn down a job rather the type of financial situation they are in, who the owner is, the ethical and moral standing of the company, my ability to grow there,&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/business-101/accepting-job-based-on-company/paged/9/#post-24247" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Which Type of Business Structure Is Best for a Startup?&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/58848/</link>
				<pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:53:53 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I believe that it is smarter for a new business to begin small and simple rather than trying to become a corporation from the beginning. If one starts by having a simple structure then they can build on it and&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/business-101/which-type-of-business-structure-is-best-for-a-startup/#post-24246" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Family Businesses&#034; -</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:26:26 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Having sole proprietorship means that there is only one, single owner because it is legally just owned by one individual. If the owner of the company chose to hand down his business then he could without having to start a&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/business-101/family-businesses/paged/5/#post-24245" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Unified Quality System?&#034; -</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 22:23:50 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I think that medical-device companies should enforce one unified quality system across all region because then there would be less variation regarding the testing of devices along with how they are actually made. This just makes everything more consistent and&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/quality-control-and-quality-assurance/unified-quality-system/#post-24145" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Discussion Topic: Quality Assurance vs. Quality Control&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/58263/</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 22:16:07 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>QA, quality assurance, is a process which aims at preventing any possible issues that may be ran into during the project while ensuring that quality standards are met with the production and device design.  QC, quality control focuses on identifying&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/quality-control-and-quality-assurance/discussion-topic-quality-assurance-vs-quality-control/paged/4/#post-24144" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Most effective ways to manage risk in the context of Quality Assurance for high-risk medical devices (Class III)&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/58259/</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 21:54:18 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>QA can ensure that the device satisfies improved safety standards during the design and development phases by being the one to make sure that the design is correct at all stages. QA can also make sure they are also paying&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/quality-control-and-quality-assurance/most-effective-ways-to-manage-risk-in-the-context-of-quality-assurance-for-high-risk-medical-devices-class-iii/#post-24143" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Product Labeling&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/57937/</link>
				<pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 19:31:54 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When it comes to a damaged label as a result of shipping error, I do not believe that the store is responsible unless it was a mistake by a worker in the store. Overall, the company and their product is&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/regulatory-basics-for-medical-devices/product-labeling/#post-24085" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Precision and Accuracy&#034; -</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 19:23:50 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With medical devices, accuracy validates that the device will give results which are close to the actual value while precision ensures that the quantities or results are consistent. An example where these are measured is a blood glucose monitor. This&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/regulatory-basics-for-medical-devices/precision-and-accuracy/paged/4/#post-24083" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Does the FDA guarantee safety?&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/57932/</link>
				<pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 19:08:56 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I believe that if a product is approved by the FDA that does not deem it one-hundred percent safe.  Because of the amount of products being recalled recently. Non-FDA products should not automatically be guaranteed unsafe considering the United States&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/regulatory-basics-for-medical-devices/does-the-fda-guarantee-safety/paged/3/#post-24081" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Discussion Topic: Biomaterial Selection&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/57231/</link>
				<pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:34:05 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When choosing one biomaterial over another, the project can be extremely difficult or run very smooth depending on if it is biocompatible, its durability, how much it costs along with how simple it is to produce, and how accessible the&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/pre-clinical-device-development/discussion-topic-biomaterial-selection/paged/4/#post-23999" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Why Is Pre-clinical Research So Important Before Testing on Humans?&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/57230/</link>
				<pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:07:45 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I believe that companies do the ability to use computer simulation and lab models because of the rise of technology right now. But, in order to do that, they would need to have the backing of animal testing and the&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/pre-clinical-device-development/why-is-pre-clinical-research-so-important-before-testing-on-humans/#post-23998" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Ensuring Biocompatibility in Medical Devices&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/57229/</link>
				<pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:51:08 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Manufactures can ensure that a medical device remains biocompatible throughout the patients life by choosing particular materials in which fit and are suitable, using wear-resistant materials, and possibly by including specific coatings to the materials before implantation.  These coatings could&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/pre-clinical-device-development/ensuring-biocompatibility-in-medical-devices/#post-23997" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Prioritizing tasks while managing multiple projects simultaneously&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/57136/</link>
				<pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 22:55:29 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When prioritizing efficiency and effectiveness in the execution of multiple projects at the same time, its essential to first get organized and map out a mental or physical plan. The first thing I would personally do is figure out which&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/intro-to-project-management/prioritizing-tasks-while-managing-multiple-projects-simultaneously/#post-23942" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Why is project planning important?&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/57135/</link>
				<pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 22:45:28 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When it comes to planning out a project, I believe it is important to set goals and expectations for oneself, whether it is working with a team or individually. Understanding that mistakes happen and how to be flexible also ties&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/intro-to-project-management/why-is-project-planning-important/#post-23941" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Teamwork in Projects&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/57131/</link>
				<pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 22:38:38 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I believe that the biggest challenge overall in teamwork is people not doing their share of the work.  Although working with a team allows for different perspectives, it make it difficult when members are not contributing.  As someone who likes&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/intro-to-project-management/teamwork-in-projects/#post-23937" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Experience vs Education&#034; -</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:58:25 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When it comes to the expectations of students to manage their course work along with gaining professional work experience, I personally do not deem it reasonable. If one is able to balance both, then its okay, but it should not&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/introduction-to-medical-device-development/experience-vs-education/#post-23912" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;The Advantages and Disadvantages of Being Overqualified&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/56886/</link>
				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 01:00:34 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Personally, I would want to meet the bare minimum qualifications because then it would give me room to grow and learn in that position.  This way, I would have the opportunity to gain an entry level position, without feeling like&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/introduction-to-medical-device-development/the-advantages-and-disadvantages-of-being-overqualified/paged/3/#post-23908" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>amd97 replied to the topic  &#034;Onsite or Remote (Work)&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/56863/</link>
				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:48:23 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I believe that being both remote and onsite is best in the work force.  Ideally, I have seen most people leaning more towards being remote, especially after covid.  I do understand the interest in being remote due to convenience but&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/introduction-to-medical-device-development/onsite-or-remote-work/paged/5/#post-23904" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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