From Simulation to Real World: Bringing Health Tech to Market

The Health Innovators’ Meetup is an award-winning educational series brought to you by Applied Pharmaceutical Innovation (API) and the Health Innovation Hub at UAlberta.

This platform is designed to convene a diverse spectrum of individuals, including researchers, entrepreneurs, students, health innovators, leaders, service providers, and enthusiasts. It serves as a dynamic space where participants can delve into crucial health and life sciences innovation topics, gain access to invaluable information, and contribute to the cultivation of a robust community.

Each month unfolds as a unique experience, featuring a variety of topics in different formats such as panel discussions, workshops, pitch competitions, and other interactive activities, all thoughtfully curated to provide rich learning experiences. Complemented by purposeful networking sessions, this meetup serves as a conduit for building meaningful connections among participants.

Through this initiative, we shine a spotlight on the challenges faced by our innovators, actively work to diminish barriers to information for health and life sciences enthusiasts and foster an environment that facilitates increased access to knowledge sharing.

Join us for an immersive workshop on usability testing at our June meetup, hosted by the Health Innovation Hub at UAlberta and API in partnership with NAIT & the Centre for Advanced Medical Simulation (CAMS). This event focuses on bridging the gap from simulation to real-world applications in health tech innovation.

What to Expect:

• Engaging Presentations: Delve into a captivating presentation on the principles and impact of usability testing in health tech innovation.
• Insightful Talks: Gain valuable insights from our special guest speaker, Preetam Anbukarasu, CEO of Synapsis Medical Technologies, who will share transformative experiences and unique perspectives on usability testing.
• Exclusive CAMS Tour: Embark on an exclusive tour of CAMS, exploring its innovative setup for user-centered design and gaining firsthand insights into cutting-edge simulation technologies.
• Hands-On Usability Testing: Participate in a hands-on usability testing exercise to uncover insights into optimizing user experiences, guided by expert facilitators.

About CAMS:

NAIT’s Centre for Advanced Medical Simulation (CAMS) is a cutting-edge healthcare simulation facility spanning 6000 square feet. It is 1 of only 3 simulation facilities in Canada to receive accreditation from The Society for Simulation in Healthcare and is recognized as a CAE Centre of Excellence. CAMS fills the gap from concept to validation for SMEs that require usability testing, training materials development, and instructions for use.CAMS offers health tech entrepreneurs and innovators a comprehensive suite of services, access to realistic, simulated clinical environments, and end-users to test their products, services, and prototypes. By partnering with CAMS, innovators gain invaluable insights to help accelerate their innovation's time to market.

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the intersection of simulation, usability testing, and health tech innovation with industry leaders and experts at CAMS. Secure your spot now and take the next step in bringing your health tech innovations to market!

CAMS is located in the Feltham Centre (CAT) building on the main floor in room CAT126. The main entrance is located at the North Entrance of the building.

We recommend parking in either CATH or M. Parking can be scheduled ahead of time or when you arrive via the Honk Mobile App.

View the main campus map here.

"Wonderful, I managed to get some face-to-face time with several people who have been on my radar for a while now... definitely opened some doors!"

"The HIH folks do a great job of hosting, making everyone feel welcome, and creating an event where people are encouraged to mingle and network."

"Very glad to be a part of this community!"

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