AOA Critical Issues Symposium: I Have an Idea…Now What?

Abstract

The purpose of this symposium was to provide guidance to innovators as they progress from the idea stage to the product development stage,to the issuing of a patent, and to bringing a product or innovation to market. Finding strategic partnerships is a critical component in taking a good idea and turning it into a successful business. Protecting intellectual property through patents and developing an exit strategy are also important parts of making innovation profitable. We strive to empower our colleagues who are pursuing and commercializing ideas to help impact the health-care system at large.