Device and Diagnostics

For more information about PPD's Device and Diagnostic Experience, please select an option from the drop-down box below.




Medical Device Development Services

PPD's clients can accelerate the process of bringing their new products to market with the experience, resources and global reach of our medical device development team. We understand the unique challenges of medical device development: intense competition, precise regulatory requirements and shortened product exclusivity and life cycle. Our highly-experienced medical device specialists provide innovative, results-focused support for our clients' clinical, regulatory and marketing needs.

We dedicate resources to each project, making our teams an extension of our clients' staffs. Linking the teams via a customizable suite of secure, Web-based project management tools guarantees seamless integration. Our full-service support, customized to our clients' needs, and our expertise in multiple therapeutic areas maximize the results.

Clinical Support Solutions

To ensure a project is on time and on budget, PPD's medical device team provides clinical support solutions that include:

  • Clinical study design and implementation for maximum results
  • Global trial management and monitoring
  • Powerful data management and analytical tools for fast, informed decisions
  • Technology solutions that expedite submissions with higher quality data
  • Unique understanding of combination products based on our extensive experience in drug development

Regulatory Expertise

Our medical device regulatory staff has more than 30 combined years of U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) experience. Working in partnership with a pre-eminent physician network and experienced consultants, we can provide the highest quality FDA regulatory strategy for device development, including:

  • FDA submissions
  • FDA meeting preparation, attendance and follow-up
  • Quality assurance auditing and compliance
  • Quality system design and assessment
  • Employee training and document control

We can also provide regulatory services through our European representatives.

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