Taking the guesswork out of medical device innovation.
FORGE Medical Devices helps innovators transform promising ideas into validated, trial-ready products. Building on the 18-year legacy of the Medical Device Partnering Program, FORGE combines expert guidance, practical support and a powerful network of researchers, clinicians, manufacturers and industry specialists to help innovators move forward with confidence.
What we do
Turning ideas into impact
Medical device innovation is rarely a straight path. Innovators often face complex technical, commercial, regulatory and manufacturing decisions long before a product reaches patients.
FORGE Medical Devices provides structured pathways that help innovators assess opportunities, validate concepts, reduce risk and make informed decisions. Whether you’re starting with an idea, an unmet clinical need or an emerging product, we help identify the most efficient path forward.
What you can expect
- A dedicated Innovation Manager to guide you through the process and connect you with the right expertise.
- A structured discovery process that brings together technical, commercial and industry expertise to comprehensively evaluate your idea and current position, challenge assumptions and determine the most effective path forward.
- A roadmap of priority actions and recommended next steps.
- A tailored project designed to answer the most important questions, generate evidence, derisk your idea and fast-track your path to market.
- Retention of your intellectual property, with confidentiality arrangements in place and no requirement to transfer equity or IP.
- Access to the broader FORGE Medical Devices network, including researchers, manufacturers, commercial advisers and industry partners.
What you’ll need to commit
FORGE is a collaborative process. To get the greatest value from the program, you will need:
- Time to participate in workshops, meetings and review sessions.
- Openness to feedback, expert advice and constructive challenge.
- A financial contribution to the project.
