Five ways to move faster without compromising trust in diagnostics


Matthew Binnicker, Ph.D., chief scientific officer of Mayo Clinic Laboratories.

The demand for faster innovation in diagnostics is growing, but speed must be matched by responsibility. In a recent Fierce Healthcare article, Matthew Binnicker, Ph.D., chief scientific officer of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, outlines five strategies that enable rapid progress while maintaining the quality and safety patients and clinicians rely on.

“Innovation in diagnostics should always be rooted in delivering high-quality answers for patients facing uncertainty,” says Dr. Binnicker.

The five strategies include:

1.

Let science lead and the needs of patients guide


Staying grounded in rigorous experimentation and patient-centered decision-making.

2.

Be disciplined with data


Using AI and analytics carefully to avoid bias and ensure objectivity.

3.

Collaborate with others


Engaging stakeholders and building networks to accelerate development.

4.

Complete work in parallel, where possible


Identifying opportunities to streamline processes without introducing risk.

5.

Bolster regulatory readiness


Preparing early and applying lessons learned to navigate requirements efficiently.

These principles show that innovation doesn’t have to sacrifice trust. By embedding them into development strategies, diagnostics teams can deliver meaningful advancements faster, without compromising what matters most. Read the full article.

Jack Gilligan

Jack Gilligan is a marketing specialist at Mayo Clinic Laboratories. He joined Mayo Clinic in 2024 after graduating from the University of Kansas with a Masters of Science degree while working in communications and public/media relations for Kansas Athletics.