MedTech Innovation 360
Nectar is an award-winning product development company based in southern California. Our product design and development process is an interdisciplinary approach combining industrial design, user experience design, mechanical engineering, and electrical engineering that ensures product designs are successfully executed into production. We’ve been helping clients design products that connect to their users and expand their markets for over 30 years. We are firm believers in the team approach to product developments, which is why we'd like to share our wisdom with like-minded individuals, hence why we've created this podcast. Join us as we take a deep-dive into common product development topics and share our views.
MedTech Innovation 360
#4 The Art of Innovation: How Industrial Design Shapes Medical Devices
In this episode, we explore the often overlooked role of industrial design in shaping medical devices. Medical devices are vital in healthcare, saving lives and enhancing patient care, yet industrial design's significance is often underestimated. We delve into the crucial role of industrial design, examining the unique challenges and opportunities it presents in medical device design. From cleanability and material properties to security, usability, risk mitigation, and human factors, we uncover the multifaceted aspects that industrial designers must consider. We discuss a real-world case that showcases how meticulous attention to detail, material choices, and human factors resulted in a product that alleviated pain and enhanced patient comfort. Join us as we highlight the importance of industrial design in medical device development and its potential to improve the quality of care.
