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Your trusted CRO for Medical Devices & IVDs

QbD Clinical is your trusted MD & IVD Contract Research Organization (CRO) for efficient, high-quality clinical development.

With over 10 years of experience, we specialize in designing and managing clinical studies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and accelerating your path to market.

From strategy to execution, we deliver tailored solutions to meet your clinical research needs.

Medtech expertise

We bring a deep understanding of medical device and IVD challenges, specializing in cardiovascular, neurology, orthopedics, and infectious diseases. Unlike pharma-focused CROs, we focus on your industry, providing tailored expertise to support your success.

Trusted partner

With a strong reputation in the MedTech and IVD sectors, we offer reliable support backed by extensive regulatory knowledge, including ICH-GCP, ISO 14155, MDR, IVDR, and EU-CTR. Our commitment fosters trust and enduring partnerships.

Quality at every step

We emphasize quality throughout every stage of development, from planning to execution, reducing risks while maximizing the chances of success for your clinical trials.

Right-sized solutions on budget

Our flexible and scalable approach ensures cost-effective solutions, whether you’re a startup or an established company, helping you stay on track without compromising on quality.

Clinical excellence in medical devices & IVDs

At QbD Clinical, we support the development and clinical validation of a wide range of medical devices and In Vitro Diagnostics. From early feasibility studies to post-market clinical follow-ups, we help bring safe and effective innovations to patients worldwide. No matter the complexity, our team of experts ensures regulatory compliance, clinical validation, and market success.
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Key therapeutic areas

 

We have in-depth expertise in the challenges associated with medical devices and In Vitro Diagnostics, with a focus on cardiology, vascular, neurology, and orthopedics.

Unlike CROs that primarily work with pharmaceuticals, we specialize exclusively in medical device and IVD clinical trials, offering expert support tailored to your needs.

Cardiology

Supporting the development of cardiovascular devices and interventions with deep clinical insight.

Vascular

Expertise in peripheral and central vascular systems, including advanced interventional techniques.

Orthopedics

Strong focus on joint replacement, surgical navigation, and musculoskeletal device evaluation.

Neurology

Driving clinical strategies for neurological disorders and neuro-interventional solutions.

Infectious Diseases

Clinical support for diagnostics, treatments, and prevention strategies targeting infectious threats.

Oncology

Enhancing safety and performance evaluation for cancer diagnostics and therapeutic technologies.

Endocrinology

Focused on diabetes, metabolic disorders, and hormone-related device development.

CRO services for every stage of your MedTech clinical journey

From early feasibility to post-market follow-up, QbD Clinical offers end-to-end Contract Research Organization (CRO) services to accelerate the development and approval of your medical device. Our experts guide you through every step, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and high-quality results.

  • Feasibility & Study Design
  • Regulatory Submissions
  • Medical Writing
  • Data Management
  • Clinical Monitoring
  • Site Management
  • Project Management
  • Safety Management
  • Supply Management
  • Core Lab Management
  • Quality Assurance & Compliance
  • Legal Representation
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Why QbD Group?

With over 10 years of experience, QbD Clinical delivers flexible, tailored clinical solutions to help bring medical devices to market efficiently while ensuring compliance with MDR and ISO 14155.

  • +52 therapeutic indications
  • +250 clients worldwide
  • +50 countries covered
  • +92 clinical experts worldwide
  • +200 clinical trials
  • +650 projects delivered
  • +2400 clinical sites

 

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20+ years of clinical experience

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Full lifecycle support

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Clinical Medical Advisory Board

At QbD Clinical, we understand the critical importance of informed, expert guidance in the realm of clinical research and development. That’s why we’ve established our Medical Advisory Board, comprising distinguished professionals from diverse medical and scientific backgrounds.

Our Mission

Our Medical Advisory Board is at the heart of our commitment to excellence in life sciences. The board’s mission is to provide strategic oversight, ensuring that our clinical research approaches and methodologies are not just current, but at the forefront of scientific innovation. We aim to bridge the gap between advanced scientific knowledge and practical application in clinical research, thereby enhancing patient outcomes and advancing medical science.

Expertise that drives clinical success

In addition to their broad clinical and scientific backgrounds, our board members provide strategic input across key areas such as clinical gap analysis, state-of-the-art literature review, and protocol design. They help identify missing data, define clinical strategies, evaluate safety and performance, and develop solid study protocols that lead to scientifically sound and regulatory-ready outcomes.
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Clinical Medical Advisory Board

At QbD Clinical, we understand the critical importance of informed, expert guidance in the realm of clinical research and development. That’s why we’ve established our Medical Advisory Board, comprising distinguished professionals from diverse medical and scientific backgrounds.

Our Mission

Our Medical Advisory Board is at the heart of our commitment to excellence in life sciences. The board’s mission is to provide strategic oversight, ensuring that our clinical research approaches and methodologies are not just current, but at the forefront of scientific innovation. We aim to bridge the gap between advanced scientific knowledge and practical application in clinical research, thereby enhancing patient outcomes and advancing medical science.

Expertise that drives clinical success

In addition to their broad clinical and scientific backgrounds, our board members provide strategic input across key areas such as clinical gap analysis, state-of-the-art literature review, and protocol design. They help identify missing data, define clinical strategies, evaluate safety and performance, and develop solid study protocols that lead to scientifically sound and regulatory-ready outcomes.

Meet the board members

Our Medical Advisory Board brings together seasoned professionals from the life sciences industry. Their expertise helps shape our clinical strategies and ensures the highest standards in patient safety, scientific rigor, and regulatory compliance.

Pierfrancesco Agostoni

Interventional Cardiologist
  • 20+ years of experience in invasive and interventional cardiology.
  • Performs 300–400 complex PCIs and ~80 TAVI procedures per year.
  • Expert in CTO interventions, radial access, and advanced percutaneous techniques.
  • 310+ PubMed-indexed publications and 10+ book chapters.
  • International speaker, proctor, and live case performer.
  • Investigator in multiple clinical trials, from first-in-man to CE-mark studies.

Gijs Klarenbeek

Physician & Clinical Development Expert
  • Medical doctor with training in general surgery.
  • Extensive experience in clinical development and regulatory approval of medical devices.
  • Hands-on background in surgery and orthopaedics.
  • Therapeutic expertise in cardiovascular, respiratory, oncology, diabetes, thrombosis, anti-infectives, and musculoskeletal diseases.
Djordje Lazovic

Djordje Lazovic

Orthopedic Surgeon & Professor
  • Professor at the European Medical School Oldenburg-Groningen.
  • Specialized in knee surgery, endoprosthetics, and surgical navigation.
  • Combines clinical expertise with academic leadership in orthopedic innovation.
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Whether you’re navigating clinical trials or ensuring regulatory compliance, our experts are here to guide you every step of the way. Let’s work together to bring your medical device or IVD to market successfully.
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Clinical Trial Operations

Clinical Trial Operations

Discover QbD Group's expertise in clinical study operations. Tailored support for successful studies and robust clinical evidence. Let's collaborate.
Medical Writing for Medical Devices

Medical Writing for Medical Devices

Our expert team of knowledgeable writers will be happy to develop the right document for your needs, from the early phases to post-approval.
Clinical Regulatory Services

Clinical Regulatory Services

We help sponsors and manufacturers who want to perform a study in Europe (and beyond) to navigate through the MDR requirements to make sure their study gets approved by...
Experts in IVD Clinical Performance Studies

Experts in IVD Clinical Performance Studies

Do you need compliant clinical evidence for your IVD device? Our IVD experts are happy to support you in your IVD Performance Evaluation Studies.
Post-Market Clinical Follow-up

Post-Market Clinical Follow-up

Ensure EU MDR 2017/745 compliance with thorough pre-market and post-market processes. Validate device safety with robust data and proactive Post-Market Surveillance...
Medical Writing for In Vitro Diagnostics

Medical Writing for In Vitro Diagnostics

We offer writing, consulting, and documentation services for manufacturers of in vitro diagnostics and companion diagnostics
Clinical Strategy Support

Clinical Strategy Support

We can assist manufacturers by assembling a team of experts with diverse knowledge and backgrounds, such as physicians and clinical experts, to ensure all necessary...
Clinical Pharmacovigilance Service

Clinical Pharmacovigilance Service

Ensuring comprehensive safety oversight is essential in clinical trials. Our expertise in pharmacovigilance could offer invaluable support.
Data Management and Analysis

Data Management and Analysis

Clinical data management leads to the generation of high-quality, reliable, and statistically sound data from clinical trials. The clinical data manager oversees the...
Clinical Safety Management

Clinical Safety Management

Ensure safety and compliance in clinical trials with QbD Group’s expert Clinical Safety Management solutions. Tailored to meet your trial needs.
Clinical Evidence Support

Clinical Evidence Support

Our device compliance team has the expertise to address any question or need related to clinical evidence and technical documentation of your IVD.
Clinical Quality Services

Clinical Quality Services

Looking for support in setting up your clinical Quality Management System (QMS), revision of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or an audit? QbD Clinical is your...
Clinical Expert Services

Clinical Expert Services

Are you looking for research professionals to support your clinical study under your own management or in an FSP (functional service provider) model? Our expert team of...
Legal Representative

Legal Representative

If the sponsor of a performance study is not established in the European Union, we can ensure that a natural or legal person is established in the Union as its legal...
Experts in Medical Device Clinical Trials

Experts in Medical Device Clinical Trials

Expert support for medical device clinical trials, from strategy to post-market. Explore our services and real-world client success stories.

Trusted by life sciences experts

At QbD Clinical, we take pride in delivering high-quality solutions tailored to our clients’ needs. From clinical trial management to regulatory support, our experts ensure smooth and successful projects.

 

But don’t just take our word for it, see what our clients have to say!

⭐ 4.5/5 average rating: excellence in clinical support

With a deep understanding of the life sciences industry, QbD Clinical consistently delivers outstanding service. Our clients recognize us for our expertise, proactive approach, and commitment to quality. This is reflected in our 4.5/5 average rating, based on feedback across key areas of collaboration.

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Market trends & challenges

The clinical research landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by stricter regulations, technological advances, and growing expectations for faster, more cost-efficient trials. Companies are under increasing pressure to demonstrate safety, efficacy, and compliance while navigating complex regulatory frameworks.
 
Emerging trends such as decentralized trials, digital monitoring, and real-world evidence create both opportunities and challenges for clinical teams. At the same time, global expansion requires careful coordination to ensure compliance across multiple regions.
 
QbD Group stays ahead of these trends with innovative, flexible, and compliant solutions. Whether you’re conducting a Phase I study or managing post-market surveillance, we provide the expertise and support you need to keep your clinical programs on track.
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