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Are you 65 or older? Have you had any experience with medical device clinical studies over the past 5 years?
If so, the FDA's Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) is looking for individuals to share their experiences during a virtual town hall for CDRH employees! The town hall will take place on Thursday, September 4, 2025, 11am - 1 pm EST.
What’s this event about?
The FDA wants to spotlight the voices of older adults to better understand older adults' experiences with medical device clinical studies, including studies for hearing devices and software applications.
Who is the FDA seeking to participate?
The FDA is looking for participants 65 years of age or older who, over the last 5 years,:
- Joined and completed a medical device clinical study,
- Started a study, but didn’t finish,
- Were invited to participate in a study, but chose not to enroll, or
- Wanted to participate in a study, but couldn’t enroll.
What to expect if selected?
Participating in the town hall is a 5-hour commitment, including preparation time and the 2-hour virtual town hall event.
During the event, you will:
- Share your experience with medical devices and clinical studies
- Help the FDA understand barriers to participation of older adults in medical device clinical studies
- Offer suggestions to help improve access and participation of older adults in medical device clinical studies
- Answer questions and engage with FDA attendees
Interested in participating?
Please email Anaja Pinnock-Williams at anaja.pinnock-williams@fda.hhs.gov before Friday, July 25, 2025.
For more information, see the attachment below.
