In this episode of Inside MedTech Innovation, host Shannon Lantzy explores the intersection of medical technology and regulation with guest Susannah Fox, a health and technology strategist. They discuss the empowering nature of regulation, the ingenuity of patient-led innovations, and the importance of open access to information. Highlights include inspiring stories about the diabetes community's DIY revolution, the creation of a tremor-proof pill dispenser for Parkinson's patients, and the transformative potential of prize competitions and collaborative efforts between regulators and innovators. Susannah shares her journey and insights into the ongoing patient-led revolution in healthcare, emphasizing the power of community and connectivity in driving meaningful change.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:26 Meet Susannah Fox: Health and Technology Strategist
03:11 The Story Behind Rebel Health
05:52 The Moebius Syndrome Community
12:09 Innovative Solutions for Parkinson's Patients
15:17 The Power of Community and Technology
22:57 Susannah Fox's Origin Story
25:22 Diabetes Technology and Regulatory Challenges
27:15 The Role of the CTO in Government
29:02 Innovative Programs at HHS
30:56 Prize Competitions and FDA Challenges
39:23 The Impact of Continuous Glucose Monitors
45:45 Patient-Led Innovation and Regulatory Challenges
56:54 The Future of Patient-Driven Data
58:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Follow Shannon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonlantzy/
Follow Susannah: https://susannahfox.com/
Get a copy of Rebel Health here: https://mitpress.mit.edu/9780262048897/rebel-health/
