A panel of physicians and scientists from the Cleveland Clinic has selected 10 breakthrough devices and therapies as their Top 10 Medical Innovations for 2010. The list was unveiled at their Medical Innovation Summit and includes therapies and techniques which:
- Have significant potential for short-term clinical impact (either a major improvement in patient benefit or an improved function that enhances healthcare delivery)
- Have a high probability of success
- Are on the market or close to being introduced
- Have sufficient data available to support its nomination
"Cleveland Clinic is known for its tradition of innovation, and this Top 10 list reflects the hospital's continuing commitment to exploring new ways to treat illnesses and to develop new therapies," said Christopher Coburn, Executive Director, Innovations, the Cleveland Clinic's corporate venturing arm. To see the entire list of innovations, click here.
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