Tonya Dowd, MPH Judges the West Coast Pitch Event in Los Angeles for MedTech Innovator

In the ever-changing world of medical technology, innovation is the driving force behind progress. As the industry continues to evolve, organizations like MedTech Innovator are at the forefront of fostering new advancements and supporting early-stage companies with the resources they need for future market success. Tonya Dowd, MPH , Executive Vice President of #Reimbursement, Value Generation, and Market Access (RVMA) at PRIA Healthcare , is a long-time partner of MedTech Innovator . She has had the privilege of participating in the MedTech Innovator Road Tour, an esteemed platform dedicated to showcasing groundbreaking technologies and nurturing the next generation of healthcare innovators, since 2020.

MedTech Innovator's Road Tour: Igniting Innovation Across the Globe

The MedTech Innovator Road Tour is a prestigious series of pitch events held across the United States, internationally, and virtually. Each event features exceptional medical device, diagnostic, or digital health companies selected from a pool of over 1,400 applicants. These promising startups have the opportunity to showcase their innovative solutions and receive valuable feedback from a diverse panel of industry experts, investors, payers, providers, and regulatory agencies.

Over the years, MedTech Innovator has played a pivotal role in fostering innovation and driving progress within the healthcare industry. The organization has a proven track record of supporting and advancing transformative technologies that address critical healthcare challenges. Past participants of the MedTech Innovator program have gone on to achieve remarkable success, securing significant funding, regulatory approvals, and commercialization opportunities.

Tonya Dowd's Role as a Judge

With over 25 years of experience in healthcare economics, reimbursement, and market access, Tonya Dowd, MPH brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the MedTech Innovator's Road Show. Holding a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), Tonya Dowd, MPH is a recognized leader in the field, known for her strategic insights and innovative approaches to market access and reimbursement.

As a judge at the MedTech Innovator Road Tour, Tonya plays a crucial role in evaluating the potential of the participating companies' technologies and providing invaluable guidance to help them navigate the complex landscape of healthcare commercialization. Drawing on her extensive experience and deep understanding of global healthcare ecosystems, Tonya offers strategic advice and actionable insights to help these early-stage innovators accelerate their path to success.

Driving Innovation and Transforming Healthcare

At PRIA Healthcare , we are passionate about driving innovation and transforming healthcare for the better. Tonya Dowd, MPH 's participation in the MedTech Innovator Road Tour underscores our commitment to supporting early-stage innovators and fostering a culture of innovation within the industry. By leveraging our expertise in reimbursement, value generation, and market access, we empower companies to overcome barriers and bring their innovative solutions to market.

As we celebrate Tonya Dowd, MPH involvement in MedTech Innovator Road Tour, we are reminded of the transformative impact that innovation can have on patient care and outcomes. Together, we continue to pave the way for innovation in healthcare, empowering the next generation of healthcare pioneers to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients worldwide.

Join us as we champion innovation and drive progress in the ever-evolving landscape of medical technology. Together, we can shape a brighter future for healthcare—one innovation at a time.

PRIA Healthcare is a full-spectrum reimbursement services firm based in Connecticut. Vital to the successful commercialization of over 250 medical devices since 2012, PRIA Healthcare is an industry-leading partner of innovators in MedTech and Life Science. PRIA’s renowned experts in reimbursement strategy and healthcare economics provide support to medical device companies by navigating often challenging and otherwise uncertain reimbursement pathways, determining the coding, coverage, and payment for market access and adoption of new technologies. PRIA is agnostic to specialty and poised to support the entire product journey of innovations in healthcare from concept through commercialization.

Please visit www.priahealthcare.com to learn more about PRIA’s portfolio, including services such as market analysis, reimbursement strategy and planning, and patient access platform solutions.

Authored by Marie A. , Marketing Manager, PRIA Healthcare