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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Restrictions for physician&#039;s gifts&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/27574/</link>
				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Apr 2023 16:01:44 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I have actually worked for companies where we could not gift over $25. I actually think the $100 limit is reasonable to be honest. After all we have rules and policies to follow when we are part of companies and&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/consultants-and-legal-basics/restrictions-for-physicians-gifts/paged/8/#post-17850" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Non Compete Agreement&#034; -</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Apr 2023 14:50:30 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I have not had to sign a non compete agreement. However, I am not certain I agree with the idea that some non compete agreements can prevent workers from getting a job in their field if they leave a position&#8230;. &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/consultants-and-legal-basics/non-compete-agreement/paged/3/#post-17849" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Written Agreement v/s Verbal Agreement&#034; -</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Apr 2023 14:05:40 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Written agreements lay out all terms in writing and limits one party&#8217;s ability to change the terms after the fact. The U.S. contract law has a provision called the “Four Corners Doctrine,” which governs written agreements and outlines why they&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/consultants-and-legal-basics/written-agreement-vs-verbal-agreement/paged/10/#post-17848" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Dealing with risk&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/27479/</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:30:09 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It would be okay to accept the risk in medical device if the risk outweighs the benefit. I believe that  acceptable risks and benefits are based, in large part, on public acceptance, political agenda and economic considerations. For example if&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/risk-analysis-for-medical-devices/dealing-with-risk/paged/6/#post-17759" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Two Types of Risk&#034; -</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Apr 2023 18:39:17 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>  Internal risks are those that exist within the organization. Internal risks include personnel management such as labor shortages, technology issues i.e. changes in the manufacturing, delivery, or distribution of a company&#8217;s product or service, and physical risks i.e. loss&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/risk-analysis-for-medical-devices/two-types-of-risk/#post-17758" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;What is Risk-benefit analysis ?&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/27477/</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Apr 2023 18:16:50 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>  One factor associated with risk benefit analysis is assessment of risks of devices. The assessment of risks of devices is important because it provides insight into adverse events that could occur with the device, procedure related complications, probability and&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/risk-analysis-for-medical-devices/what-is-risk-benefit-analysis/paged/3/#post-17757" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;What are Design Controls?&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/27328/</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Apr 2023 18:20:08 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Design Controls are required to improve product quality and help companies avoid manufacturing defects that can lead to recalls or other significant issues. Complying with the requirements fully can prevent recalls and other regulatory enforcement actions. In order to avoid&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/introduction-to-design-controls/what-are-design-controls/paged/7/#post-17620" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Consequences Of Insufficient Design Controls&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/27327/</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Apr 2023 17:53:59 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Design controls are put in place to assure that devices meet user needs, intended uses, and specified requirements. Some issues that can arise if it is used insufficiently are products developed with malfunctions and products developed that are ineffective and&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/introduction-to-design-controls/consequences-of-insufficient-design-controls/paged/8/#post-17619" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Consequences Of Insufficient Design Controls&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/27326/</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Apr 2023 17:52:42 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>  Design controls are put in place to assure that devices meet user needs, intended uses, and specified requirements. Some issues that can arise if it is used insufficiently are products developed with malfunctions and products developed that are ineffective&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/introduction-to-design-controls/consequences-of-insufficient-design-controls/paged/8/#post-17618" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Design Review Meetings: Attendance &#038; Causes for Scheduling&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/27324/</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Apr 2023 16:17:33 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I think it would be beneficial to have the project manager, project leader, and anyone who is actually helping design the product participate in the design review meeting. I think a design interim meeting would be necessary if something is&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/introduction-to-design-controls/design-review-meetings-attendance-causes-for-scheduling/#post-17616" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Clinical research&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/27253/</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Mar 2023 20:14:53 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I think in this case it would be important to do an autopsy and see the exact cause of death. I also think it is necessary to analyze the patient&#8217;s medical history and current conditions. Also, all medications have possible&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/clinical-research-basics/clinical-research/#post-17545" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Types of clinical studies&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/27251/</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Mar 2023 18:47:08 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Randomized clinical studies are those in which the participants are divided by chance into separate groups that compare different treatments or other interventions. Using chance to divide people into groups means that the groups will be similar and that the&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/clinical-research-basics/types-of-clinical-studies-2/#post-17543" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Clinical Studies&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/27250/</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Mar 2023 17:29:04 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Some advantages of clinical studies are discovery of new drugs and treatment, increase knowledge of diseases, new methods for diagnosing diseases, and new ways to reduce the likelihood of developing a disease. Clinical research provides information and answers about the&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/clinical-research-basics/clinical-studies/paged/6/#post-17542" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Digital Marketing&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/27231/</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2023 18:16:21 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I feel as though the internet has allowed marketing to be accessible at the tips of our fingers. Social media and the internet is where I have seen many advertisements and commercials on products. In fact I often look at&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/marketing-and-sales/digital-marketing/paged/2/#post-17515" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;S-Corp vs C-Corp&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/27230/</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2023 18:11:45 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An S corporation is a business structure that is permitted under the tax code to pass its taxable income, credits, deductions, and losses directly to its shareholders. The S corporation is available only to small businesses with 100 or fewer&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/business-101/s-corp-vs-c-corp/paged/2/#post-17514" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Family Businesses&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/27229/</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2023 18:03:16 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A sole proprietorship is an unincorporated business that has just one owner who pays personal income tax on profits earned. Minimal paperwork and low set-up costs are two major benefits of having a sole proprietorship. According to the SBA, it’s&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/business-101/family-businesses/paged/4/#post-17513" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;The Five Phases of Medical Device Development&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/27060/</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2023 14:29:22 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Medical device development involves a few phases. The first phase is the initiation phase because do some research on the topic and get a better idea of the field and then figure where they are going to conduct the research&#8230;. &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/pre-clinical-device-development/the-five-phases-of-medical-device-development/#post-17342" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;This vs That&#034; -</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2023 14:08:41 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I think that academia is for someone who has a true passion for research and wants to work on several projects without a time constraint or specific deadline to meet. Academia is for those who are always curious to learn&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/pre-clinical-device-development/this-vs-that/paged/3/#post-17341" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Funding in Academia Vs Industry&#034; -</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 19:19:08 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I believe it is easier to get funding in industry because the objective is to make money. On the other hand in academia the objective is for potential advancements or interests of the professor and or researcher. However, I can&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/pre-clinical-device-development/finding-in-academia-vs-industry/paged/2/#post-17337" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Changing Careers&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/26786/</link>
				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2023 15:45:59 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I currently work as a Case Manager at a child abuse clinic. I was torn between pursuing a PHD or MD, so I decided to get my Master in Biotech first with the hopes that I would have a better&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/introduction-to-medical-device-development/changing-careers/paged/2/#post-17072" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Improvements in Telehealth through Medical Devices&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/26785/</link>
				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2023 15:45:59 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I believe that telemedicine has increased access to healthcare in some specialties of medicine; however, it also has some downfalls as well. I believe that telemedicine is not applicable to all specialties of medicine, but it can be beneficial in&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/introduction-to-medical-device-development/improvements-in-telehealth-through-medical-devices/#post-17074" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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				<title>cbonvillain@msm.edu replied to the topic  &#034;Milestones Missed: Failure or Success?&#034; -</title>
				<link>https://medicaldevicecourses.com/activity/p/26784/</link>
				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2023 15:45:59 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I believe that repeatedly missing milestones can lead to failure. However, missing just one milestone may not be a complete failure if you take necessary steps and actions to correct mistakes and work diligently to ensure all tasks moving forward&#8230; &nbsp; <a href="https://medicaldevicecourses.com/forums/intro-to-project-management/milestones-missed-failure-or-success/paged/5/#post-17075" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more&raquo;</a></p>
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