We’re In The News

As a respected nonprofit health research center, our views are often quoted in the media, including newspapers, magazines, TV, radio, and websites. We also write articles and blogs for a number of different and highly respected newspapers, magazines, and popular websites, and we are published in prestigious medical journals and health policy publications. We frequently express our policy views in letters to government officials and public comments to federal agencies and we sometimes release statements or press releases on newsworthy issues.

Please e-mail info@center4research.org or call 202-223-4000 with your inquiries. We can assist you with scheduling interviews with the NCHR President, Dr. Diana Zuckerman, and other experts on our staff.

U.S. Plans IDs to Track Medical Device Safety

Reuters, July 3, 2012. The Food and Drug Administration proposed a new rule that would require each medical device to have a unique code that could improve tracking and catch safety problems earlier.

FDA Rule Clears Medical Devices Without Human Testing

The Orange County Register, May 18, 2012. “Patients and doctors would be shocked to learn how this is done,” said Diana Zuckerman, president of the National Research Center for Women and Families. “The 510 (k) program is the weakest and most nonsensical program in the FDA.”

How Does the FDA Monitor Your Medical Implants? It Doesn’t, Really.

ProPublica, May 3, 2012. “And after being notified of patient harm, manufacturers can minimize their own responsibility if they point the blame elsewhere,” said health policy expert Diana Zuckerman, president of the National Center for Health Research.

Consumer Reports: Dangerous Medical Devices

Consumer Reports Magazine, May 2012. Dr. Diana Zuckerman is quoted in the Consumer Reports investigation for their May issue that finds that most medical implants have never been tested for safety.

Investigation: Most Medical Devices Implanted in Patients Without Testing

CBS News, March 27, 2012. This article reports on Consumer Reports’ investigation on the testing of medical devices. NRC President, Dr. Diana Zuckerman is quoted on the need for unique serial numbers for medical devices and stronger FDA standards to increase safety.