

Empowering you to create Value & Innovation in Healthcare.



CEED, based at the Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, is dedicated to bridging the gap between the MedTech industry and clinical realities. Through our extensive network and deep understanding of the healthcare landscape, we connect you with the right expertise and resources to bring your ideas to life.
We enable companies to realize ideas that set new standards in critical areas of healthcare.

Education
Remote Training
Education platforms
Education
With a predicted shortage of physicians and other healthcare providers, MedTech is gaining prominence. Digital platforms facilitate remote training in surgical techniques, equipment use and clinical workflows. Fully immersive XR conferencing connects practitioners for collaboration – anytime and anywhere. MedTech, including XR and remote learning, is vital for expanding medical access globally and preparing for future challenges.

Prevention
Digital Health Monitoring
Internet of medical things (IoMT)
Prevention
In the medicine of tomorrow, research and healthcare will go beyond disease interventions, emphasizing adaptation to environmental factors, such as nutrition and climate change. The aim is to detect diseases early and improve personal resilience. Understanding these processes is vital for innovative prevention strategies and treatments. Digital approaches empower individuals to take control of their health.

Diagnosis
AI-Powered Diagnostics
Advanced Imaging Techniques
Diagnosis
Future medical diagnostics hold great promise with data-driven analytics, precision engineering, and technological advancements. Key trends include AI-powered pathology and radiology transformation. Advanced imaging techniques enable early disease detection and improved visualization. Continued innovation and collaboration will shape a healthier world through diagnostics.

Treatment
Precision Engineering
Participatory Healthcare
Treatment
Precision medicine has revolutionized healthcare, tailoring treatment plans based on individual factors such as genetics, age, and medical history. Patient-centric care considers lifestyle and personal values, fostering trust and collaboration for more personalized and participatory healthcare experiences. Technological advancements, including genomics, 3D printing, nanotechnology, wearables, and health monitoring apps, provide valuable tools to inform future healthcare.

Patient care
Telemedicine
Value-based Medicine
Patient care
Rising patient numbers due to demographic change and a shortage of qualified healthcare staff will set future framework conditions. Patient-centric care and cost-effective solutions like telehealth or AI-augmented healthcare processes need to be embedded in future healthcare scenarios, to deliver better health outcomes.

Surgery
Robotics
XR Augmentation
Surgery
Cutting-edge imaging technology transforms surgery, offering precise visualization and planning with 3D imagery and XR augmentation. Collaborative robotic systems, autonomous surgical robots, and theranostic devices drive remarkable advancements. Low-threshold technologies make innovations accessible, while data analytics and intraoperative recordings improve practices. Surgeons perform less invasive, closely monitored procedures with greater precision, enhancing patient experience.

Administration
Patient platforms
EHR
Administration
Advancements in software, AI, and process mining revolutionize healthcare administration. Efficient software tools handle patient registration, appointment scheduling, EHR management, and insurance claims processing. AI-powered process mining enables data-driven decision-making, generating insights for resource allocation and operational improvements. Integrative approaches enable continuous process improvements and optimized healthcare operations.

Research
Big Data Analytics
Open Innovation
Research
Research drives medical progress and innovation, shaping the future of healthcare. The integration of new data and materials in medical research holds untold promises. For instance, MedTech companies will impact research through wearables, big data analytics, artificial intelligence, telemedicine, and synthetic biology. Close feedback loops between industry and world-renowned experts will inspire innovative ideas and breakthroughs.
Join us in shaping the medicine of tomorrow to build a healthier future.
We offer comprehensive solutions for overcoming the challenges that arise when bringing new ideas to market.

Simplify Regulatory Complexities

Simplify Regulatory Complexities
At CEED, we understand the challenges of navigating complex MedTech regulations. Our expert regulatory services simplify the process, providing tailored strategies and support.
From clinical evaluations to Post-Market Surveillance / Clinical Follow-Up our dedicated team helps you meet regulatory requirements, enabling transformative innovation in healthcare.
Our support includes:
- Company-specific MDR-Workshops
- Regulatory Strategy Consulting
- Clinical Evaluation Support
- Generation of Clinical Data Support
- Support and Strategy for Post-Market Surveillance (PMS) and Post-Market Clinical Follow-Up (PMCF)

Tap into Clinical Expertise

Tap into Clinical Expertise
Gain valuable insights from clinical experts and immerse yourself in the realities of healthcare.
Our services offer the unique opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals from various hospital departments, enabling you to refine your understanding of user and patient needs and optimize your products accordingly.
Our support includes:
- Clinical/Medical Needs and Requirements Assessment
- Intended Use & Use Case Refinements
- Workplace & Workflow Analyses
- Interviews, Workshops & Focus Groups

Experience Real World Testing

Experience Real World Testing
Maximizing the success of MedTech innovations is dependent on usability and workplace integration.
With our rigorous testing methods conducted in real clinical settings or in high-tech simulation environments, we provide valuable support in creating products that perfectly suit complex clinical ecosystems.
Our support includes:
- Feasibility & Proof-of-Concept Studies
- UX & Usability Testing
- Formative & Summative Evaluations

Empower Your Team’s Potential

Empower Your Team’s Potential
Empower your team with our customized MedTech training offerings.
Our support includes:
With expertize in clinical operations, regulations, testing, research and a deep understanding of healthcare realities, we are uniquely equipped to support your vision.


The Team

Prof. Dr. Thomas Picht
Director of Division CEED & Chief Medical Officer
“Everything I do is focused on providing the best possible patient care. From basic, compassionate care to the most advanced procedures, our patients should benefit as much as possible from advances in medical technology. It takes the right people coming together – at CEED, we’re ready to work with you to revolutionize the medicine of the future!”

Mirko Jonas
Director of Finance
“In my role as the Director of Finance, I am working to optimize financial resources to ensure that we at CEED are well-equipped to provide exceptional support and solutions to our customers, fostering their growth and success in the field of healthcare innovation.”

Denny Chakkalakal
Head of Operations Division CEED
“Only by working together, experts from industry and clinic will create new possibilities for the future of healthcare. At CEED we want to ensure that this collaboration thrives even under complex clinical realities and economic challenges.”

Laura Schönijahn
Senior Usability & UX Consultant
“I am passionate about aligning MedTech products with the needs of users and patients. By integrating users into product development journeys, you can create solutions that are highly usable, efficiently integrate into clinical infrastructures, and deliver the best outcomes for patients – competitive advantages that lead your innovation to success.”

Kristin Spandau
Senior Strategy & Business Consultant
“Alongside usability and regulatory considerations, effectively integrating clinical expertise is crucial for the success of your product. We specialize in identifying the optimal strategic approach for your specific use case, guiding you with interactive feedback from the clinic through the complex challenges up to market entry, ensuring a smooth journey to market success.”

Claudia Tessenow
Senior Consultant Regulatory & Clinical Affairs
“I am passionately committed to ensuring that innovative medical technology not only meets the highest regulatory standards but also provides real value for patients, users, and healthcare professionals. My focus is on simplifying regulatory requirements for medical device manufacturers and facilitating their access to essential elements of Post-Market Surveillance, such as through the Universitätsklinikum Charité. My goal is to promote sustainable innovations in healthcare by using collaboration as well as data and knowledge transfer as the foundation for progress.”

Dr. Matthias Fehlinger
Senior Consultant Regulatory & Clinical Affairs
“When supporting medical device manufacturers in the regulatory field, my primary goal is to provide our clients with genuine added value. With great care and dedication, I design processes to prevent errors from the outset. Additionally, I place a high value on transparency in structuring our services to ensure clear and understandable collaboration. Together, we create sustainable solutions that pave the way for innovative medical devices.”

Eileen Müller
Project Assistant
“As a Project Assistant, I am dedicated to ensuring that our processes run smoothly and efficiently. With great commitment, I organize our social media activities to effectively represent the CEED brand. Additionally, I take on tasks in project support. My goal is to strengthen the team through effective organization and to successfully manage our MedTech projects together.”

Ahmed Hamada
Regulatory Affairs Assistant
„As a Regulatory Affairs Assistant, I am committed to ensuring seamless and efficient workflows within our team. With a detail-oriented approach, I support the preparation and coordination of regulatory documentation, helping to navigate the complex compliance landscape in the MedTech industry.“

Marina Wuckert
Business Development Assistant
“As a Business Development Assistant, I am committed to accelerating the transfer of practical innovations into standard healthcare. To this end, I support the planning and organization of efficient stakeholder management in order to network relevant players, promote collaboration and accelerate innovation processes.”
Become part of the team and help more innovative ideas to break through.
At Charité we have access to the entire spectrum of modern medicine that belongs to the best in the world.


With a legacy dating back to 1710, the Charité holds the distinction of being one of Europe’s oldest medical institutions and the pioneer in integrating medical education with exceptional patient care.
Known for its diverse setting and specialization, the hospital comprises over 100 different clinics and departments. Charité treats more patients than any other university hospital in Germany and, as a result, is able to draw on a wealth of experience and expertize. Its diagnostic and treatment options set benchmarks for other health care providers.
At the forefront of medical advancements, the Charité conducts groundbreaking research in areas such as regenerative medicine, personalized cancer therapies, neurodegenerative disorders, and infectious diseases, pioneering innovative approaches that have the potential to revolutionize patient care worldwide.
787,757
Outpatient cases per year
137,825
Inpatient cases per year
Join our network of experts and help to shape the future of healthcare.
Discover the Benefits of Partnering with Us:
- Empower Innovations – evaluate and test your ideas and products within the world-renowned Charité.
- Precise Planning – deploy expertise and clinical resources for your success.
- Broad Transdisciplinarity – strive for comprehensive solutions with a diverse team of experts from Clinic, Finance, Usability, and Regulatory Affairs.
- Tailored Solutions – benefit from our hands-on approach and understanding of your unique needs.
- Capture Valuable Insights – engage CEED as your dependable sparring partner and form long-lasting partnerships.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities – gain access to the unique Simulation & Training Center (BeST).