💎 How to protect intellectual property for HealthTech

Summary

• This guide demystifies the core types of intellectual property protection available to HealthTech innovators, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
• It highlights why safeguarding your innovations isn’t just legal housekeeping—it’s a crucial business advantage that builds defensibility, investor confidence, and long-term value.
• Whether you’re developing novel medical devices, software, or brand assets, this resource walks through the practical and strategic IP protections required for commercial success.

What this carousel covers

• The business value of IP: protection from imitation, revenue generation, branding, compliance, and funding appeal
• Clear definitions and use cases for patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets in a MedTech context
• Patent eligibility criteria (novelty, inventive step, industrial application), and the stages of the patent application process
• The role of IP audits and working with legal experts to ensure protection aligns with both technical and commercial strategy

Key takeaways

• IP is a strategic asset—it protects innovation, builds brand, and attracts partnerships and investment
• Patents and trademarks must be thoughtfully applied for, drafted, and maintained with expert guidance
• Copyright and trade secret protections are vital for safeguarding code, content, and confidential workflows
• Conducting regular IP audits can identify gaps, prevent future disputes, and strengthen your competitive edge

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