Clinician Innovation

Faculty

Needs Statement

The purpose of both these talks was to inform and inspire others to include in their work the idea that they might innovate in ways that have value to the marketplace.

Objectives

1. Describe the process of discovery, development and implementation of a revolutionary innovation in cardiothoracic surgery
2. Discuss personal experience with the invention and dissemination of new products.

Accreditation

CME
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine presents this activity for educational purposes only. Participants are expected to utilize their own expertise and judgment while engaged in the practice of medicine. The content of the presentations is provided solely by presenters who have been selected for presentations because of recognized expertise in their field.

Faculty Disclosure

Thomas J. Fogarty, MD
I’m seriously conflicted. You may assume that I have a financial interest and conflicts with any emerging med-tech company you choose. In addition, I actually take royalties when appropriate and encourage innovation and entrepreneurship in others.

Lee T. Todd, Jr, PhD
Nothing to disclose