The MPDC is a pediatric medical device accelerator comprised of a hub of Ohio Children’s Hospitals, Academic Institutions, and Industry Partners committed to advancing medical device development in pediatrics nationally.
Who We Are
The Midwest Pediatric Device Consortium (MPDC) is an FDA funded hub of Ohio Children’s Hospitals including:
We are committed to leveraging the expertise and resources of the consortium to expedite the development, production, and distribution of pediatric medical devices. We do this through:
Grant Funding ($10K - $250K)
Coaching and Education around pediatric medical device development
Access to Industry Leaders and Partners
Access to Clinicians and Physicians
What We Do
DIRECT DEVICE FUNDING
Annual Grant funding to aid in development and commercialization ranging from $10K - $250K Awards.
CLINICAL TRIALS
Consulting, Coaching, and help implementing trials and studies needed for commercialization.
HEALTH EQUITY
Dedicated focus on underrepresented populations, participants, inventors, and leaders in pediatrics.
‘REAL WORLD’ EVIDENCE
Accessing hospital data to inform market validation, expanded labeling, and post market surveillance.
The MPDC
Call for Initial Applications for MPDC Funding
AUGUST
Beginning of Review, Open for Final Applications
SEPTEMBER
MPDC Showcase, October 9th at the OSU Carmenton District
OCTOBER
Grant Winners Announced!
NOVEMBER
We are eager to help!
We are happy to answer questions, discuss partnerships, review products, and help wherever we can! Please reach out for more information.