Shienal Patel joins Liz in this episode to discuss how having strong investigator and clinical rep training strategies can impact the success of your product in the trial and into commercialization.
In their discussion they explore why it's important to invest in training during the clinical trial, considerations for the level of training that needs to be offered, and the possible consequences for not providing great training. Shienal shares her own experiences and the key learnings she has had over her career.
In 2025, we're embarking on a MedDevice Training Journey: From clinical trials to standard of care. Join us all year long as we explore training at each stage of the product life cycle.
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Shienal Patel is a highly accomplished clinical affairs leader with over two decades of experience in the medical device and pharmaceutical industries, specializing in ophthalmology. Currently serving as Vice President and Head of Clinical Affairs at Myra Vision, she oversees the development of the Calibreye TGT System for glaucoma treatment.
Previously, at Genentech, as Senior Clinical Scientist and Operations Program Leader, Shienal was instrumental in advancing the Port Delivery System (PDS) for Susvimo and other pipeline programs in ophthalmology. Her leadership spanned from clinical trial design and execution to regulatory strategy, including critical collaborations with cross-functional teams and regulatory bodies.
Shienal has also contributed significantly to early-stage device development at NESOS, focusing on vagus nerve stimulation therapies, and led global clinical operations for pivotal ophthalmology and respiratory programs at Genentech. Her efforts have earned her multiple Roche Product Development Breakthrough Awards and industry recognition for innovation and excellence.
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Cumby Consulting’s team of professionals deliver innovative MedTech training services for physicians, sales representatives, teaching faculty, key opinion leaders and clinical development teams. Whether you need a complete training system developed to deliver revenue sooner or a discrete training program for a specific meeting, Cumby Consulting will deliver highly strategic, efficient programs with uncompromising standards of quality.