Meet Andrea Strang. Andrea joined the OTC in 2022. In the intellectual property (IP) role, she oversees a significant portion of the patent docket and manages communications with external law firms, inventors, and licensees. She states, “It is very satisfying to watch an idea move through the process to become an invention that is patented, marketed, possibly licensed, and ultimately helps patients.” She adds, “Working in research enables me to see how our inventors are helping advance healthcare behind the scenes. It is a positive atmosphere full of innovation, hope, and promise.” Andrea has worn several hats during her tenure at Nationwide Children's Hospital. “Every role has had compassion for our families as a central theme and I will never lose sight of that premise.” She obtained her master’s degree in Administration from Central Michigan University, her bachelor’s degree in Communication from Ohio University, and her paralegal certification from Capital University Law and Graduate Center. Being the mother of six boys, sports are a big part of the family. Andrea concludes that “having such a rowdy crew means spending time at Nationwide Children’s as patients and family. I am always very impressed with the care my children receive.” #GuidingIdeasToSolutions #InnovateWithUs #LifeAtNCH
Office of Technology Commercialization at Nationwide Children's Hospital
Research Services
Columbus, OH 1,329 followers
Facilitating the transfer of new technologies, research and innovations to outside partners to benefit pediatric care.
About us
The Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC) at Nationwide Children's Hospital and its expert team facilitate the transfer of innovative technologies and research ranging from new therapeutics — including the recently approved, first-of-their-kind gene therapies Zolgensma and ELEVIDYS, FDA-approved treatments for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) — to biomarkers, diagnostic tools and clinical tools — such as the Comfort Collar, designed to prevent pressure wounds around tracheostomy tubes — to outside partners to benefit patients, the local community and the general public. As a result, Nationwide Children’s Hospital has earned its reputation as an institution with a remarkable track record of moving discoveries into the marketplace. And the hospital’s physicians and researchers haven’t slowed down in their quest to bring more life-saving therapies to children everywhere.
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Updates
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It was a wonderful day attending the inaugural Midwest Pediatric Device Consortium Showcase! First-year MPDC achievements, as well as major pediatric initiatives and strategies aiding innovators, companies and investors, were on full display. Our own Matthew McFarland, RPh, PhD, joined an all-star commercialization panel exploring the in-depth mechanisms and strategies available to facilitate the commercial deployment of pediatric medical devices. #GuidingIdeasToSolutions #InnovateWithUs #MedDevices
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For the 11th consecutive year, Nationwide Children's Hospital has been named to the U.S. News and World Report's Best Children's Hospitals Honor Roll! #GuidingIdeasToSolutions #InnovateWithUs
📣 We are excited to share that Nationwide Children’s Hospital has been named to U.S. News and World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll for the 11th consecutive year! Congratulations to each and every employee who helped us earn this distinction! Learn more: https://bit.ly/481gO1q.
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Drs. Kris Jatana and Charles Elmaraghy from Pediatric Otolaryngology at Nationwide Children's Hospital are inventors of a novel surgical safety device, the ApollOS™*, which helps to protect patients from lip injuries during common transoral surgical procedures like tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy. Zotarix LLC, a Nationwide Children’s Hospital startup, licensed and further developed this technology. Zotarix is committed to the development of new medical safety devices, reducing preventable harm. Recently, Zotarix has partnered with Grace Medical for the manufacturing and global distribution of the ApollOS™. “Unfortunately, inadvertent lip injuries during transoral procedures are far too common and can result in permanent, visible deformities” said Dr. Jatana. “We are proactive in limiting risk and eliminating harm in pediatric surgical patients. Our surgeons have the expertise and resources to be innovative in solutions which can be applicable to patients across the nation” said Dr. Elmaraghy. Recently, the ApollOS™ was showcased at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Annual Meeting Expo in Miami, Florida. This technology is the third medical device developed at Nationwide Children’s that is now commercially available! For more on this groundbreaking device, click here: https://bit.ly/3NhYdVg *U.S. Patent 11,284,968 and Other U.S. and International Patent Applications Pending #GuidingIdeasToSolutions #InnovateWithUs #MedDevice
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We are looking forward to the MPDC Showcase!
❗ ❗You Don't Wanna Miss This Event❗ ❗ The Midwest Pediatric Device Consortium (MPDC) Showcase will be on October 9th at The Energy Advancement and Innovation Center at The Ohio State University! This event will highlight the first year of achievements and awardees of the first funding cycle. The Showcase will bring key stakeholders together to discuss the major pediatric initiatives and strategies aiding innovators, companies, and investors. The Midwest Pediatric Device Consortium (MPDC) is a newly formed FDA-funded consortium led by Nationwide Children's Hospital, The Ohio State University, Cincinnati Children's, and Cleveland Clinic Children’s, launched to utilize the resources of the Midwest to advance pediatric device development across the country. This program provides specific funding for devices and resources for inventors to advance their projects. The FDA awarded a $6.95 million grant to the collaboration to establish the MPDC and to provide funding, resources, networking, clinical trial infrastructure, a commitment to under-served populations, real-world evidence, and collaboration with other national PDCs. Sign Up Link: https://lnkd.in/eVNwGzwi 🎉 🎉 Thank you to our sponsors! 🎉 🎉 Ohio Innovation Fund UB Greensfelder Healthcare Development & Innovation Group (HDIG) JALEX Medical, LLC Prodigy Applied Medical Technology, Inc. (AMT) in2being, LLC Bold Type Humanfactors Design Works Kaleidoscope Innovation #MPDCShowcase #MPDC #PediatricDevice #Pediatric #Startup #Medtech #Innovation #Medicaldevice #Strategy
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Meet Jerrell Fernandez. Jerrell joined the OTC earlier this year. In the revenue analyst role, he manages financial obligations with licensees and distributes the revenue generated from the inventions and technologies produced by Nationwide Children's Hospital. He states, “I have always enjoyed working with numbers given there’s usually a right or wrong answer with numbers. When you tie the ability to work in a position you enjoy while also knowing that the revenue coming in is a direct correlation to the success of the inventions and technology that are making a difference in the lives of children around the world.” Personifying the #OneTeam atmosphere, he adds, “I like working for Nationwide Children’s because of the environment and energy throughout the company. It’s a place that truly promotes a work-life balance and the well-being of their employees and families.” Jerrell obtained his bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Capital University. He concludes “My passion is my family, but most importantly being a role model for my son and being the best dad I can be each day. I strive to be a positive person with an optimistic view of life. I love kids and during my time outside of work, I referee Little League football.” #GuidingIdeastoSolutions #InnovateWithUs #LifeAtNCH
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We are excited to share that our own Matthew McFarland, RPh, PhD, is a confirmed speaker for the upcoming Midwest Pediatric Device Consortium (MPDC) Showcase Event on October 9th at The Energy Advancement and Innovation Center at The Ohio State University! 🚀 This Showcase will highlight the first year of achievements and awardees of the first funding cycle. The event will bring key stakeholders together to discuss the major pediatric initiatives and strategies aiding innovators, companies, and investors. The Midwest Pediatric Device Consortium (MPDC) is a newly formed FDA-funded consortium led by Nationwide Children's Hospital, The Ohio State University, Cincinnati Children's, and Cleveland Clinic Children’s, launched to utilize the resources of the Midwest to advance pediatric device development across the country. This program provides specific funding for devices and resources for inventors to advance their projects. The FDA awarded a $6.95 million grant to the collaboration to establish the MPDC and to provide funding, resources, networking, clinical trial infrastructure, a commitment to under-served populations, real-world evidence, and collaboration with other national PDCs. Register now! https://lnkd.in/eVNwGzwi #GuidingIdeasToSolutions #InnovateWithUs #MedDevice #MPDC
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Meet Ben Johns. Ben joined the OTC as an administrative assistant in 2023 and was promoted within a year. As an agreements assistant, he manages the life-cycle of agreements from request to execution, serving as the primary contact for initiating agreement requests and acting as a liaison between principal investigators (PIs) and various stakeholders. He educates PIs on the submission process and manages expectations for review and execution of deadlines. He states, “I enjoy learning more about the groundbreaking research being conducted at AWRI, directly from the PIs and their staff. I find fulfillment in knowing that my work has a direct impact on propelling their innovations forward, improving the lives of children around the world.” Exemplifying the #OneTeam mantra, Ben adds, “As a young professional, I am grateful to work for an organization and in a department committed to uplifting and supporting the development of its employees. Nationwide Children’s is unique because we are united by a shared commitment to achieving the best health outcomes for all children.” He concludes, “I love that my role directly influences scientific research, our patients, and the care they receive. As a life-long resident of central Ohio, I appreciate how Nationwide Children's Hospital offers numerous opportunities to contribute to the area with volunteer work through our employee research groups, the Ronald McDonald House, and so much more!” Ben will run as a Children’s Champion in the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon on October 20th. He has raised over $500 for the patients of Nationwide Children’s through his Children’s Champion fundraiser. #GuidingIdeastoSolutions #InnovateWithUs #LifeAtNCH
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Last week, a House committee passed the Give Kids a Chance Act, with a five-year extension of the Rare Pediatric Disease Priority Review Voucher Program. This program offers a priority review voucher for future drug applications submitted to the FDA, while incentivizing the development of treatments and therapies for rare pediatric diseases. Nationwide Children's Hospital proudly developed two gene therapies for rare diseases that went on to receive FDA approval. We continue to make a difference in the fight against rare diseases and raise awareness for the 300 million people globally living with them. * Five-year-old Gideon Griffiths receives the first infusion of Elevidys (SRP-9001) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital following the therapy’s FDA approval from renowned neurologist/principal investigator, Jerry Mendell, MD, (now retired) as his mother Erin looks forward to her son’s future. Developed initially at Nationwide Children's Hospital and licensed by Sarepta Therapeutics, Elevidys delivers corrective gene segments to cells, providing hope for boys with DMD. #GuidingIdeasToSolutions #InnovateWithUs #RareDisease
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Meet Akua Ofori. Akua joined the OTC in 2022, serving as an agreements assistant. Before joining Nationwide Children's Hospital, she obtained her bachelor’s degree in Public Health from Kent State University. Her role includes educating principal investigators (PIs) about the agreements process, reviewing and processing agreement forms, and overseeing research collaborator requests. She states, “My favorite part about working here is the community and support I receive from my team to grow professionally and broaden my perspective on the work being done here.” Akua thrives in her line of work, adding, “I’m passionate about being a part of the growth and transformation of public health, particularly in contributing to solutions improving health outcomes in our local communities. I want to be involved in initiatives that provide meaningful change and positive impacts, improving the well-being of underserved communities.” In her spare time, she enjoys watching movies and exploring new restaurants. She concludes, "Traveling is another passion of mine as it allows me to experience different cultures. I also enjoy baking and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen." #GuidingIdeasToSolutions #InnovateWithUs #LifeAtNCH