Document Overview

Perspective: From Promise to Practice — Translational Medicine at the Consumer Doorstep

Author:	Alan S. Louie, Ph.D.
Document #	HI238752
Published	December, 2012
Document Type	Perspective
Number of Pages	5

Overview

This IDC Health Insights Perspective highlights the author's firm conviction on the likely impact of translational research, scientific and technological innovations (especially the $1,000 genome), and the growing knowledge on improving patient outcomes both today and over the near future.

The life science and healthcare ecosystems are increasingly interconnected, which promises to more rapidly and effectively translate discoveries into actionable information for all involved. This new approach is supported by clear business drivers in addition to scientific and technological advances and promises to quickly deliver value that is apparent to all. Building on the analyst's view of the current situation, the emerging new value proposition, and specific recognized, potential hurdles to progress, this document seeks to bring into view the growing contribution that research discoveries will play in changing medical best practices on an ongoing basis through institutionalization of new paths to market.

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