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

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Follow Susannah: https://susannahfox.com/

Get a copy of Rebel Health here: https://mitpress.mit.edu/9780262048897/rebel-health/