Make a difference.
I am here to help you figure out how to develop and translate your technology whether it is a drug delivery system, a tissue model, an in vitro diagnostic, an imaging technology or an AI model. We can work together to plan the preclinical and clinical work, IP, market research, reimbursement, and regulatory strategy to make it a reality.

My Story
Dr. Erin Lavik is an accomplished biomedical engineering researcher with 20+ years of leadership experience in academia, government, and startups advancing novel technologies from lab to clinic by fostering a culture of collaboration. She has a proven track record leading multimillion-dollar, cross-functional projects in drug delivery, regenerative medicine, and data-driven innovation. Her extensive background in technology development, stakeholder engagement, and commercialization strategy is essential to helping others succeed. She is passionate about translating scientific innovation into real-world impact in cancer prevention, neurological and ocular diseases, and trauma care. Her most recent position was the CTO and Deputy Director at the National Cancer Institute’s Division of Cancer Prevention, directing $500 million in cancer prevention programs and overseeing the clinical trial data strategy and identification and translation of technologies for screening and prevention including new approaches for ovarian cancer screening.
My Services
Technology Translation
Lavik Consulting LLC specializes in translating complex technologies into practical solutions to meet healthcare challenges. This includes helping you figure out what the critical preclinical data are, the indication, the regulatory pathway, and reimbursement strategy.
Strategic Planning and IP
My strategic planning services are designed to align technology development with the ever-evolving healthcare landscape. I can help you map out the IP landscape and potential collaborative and competitive technologies.
Market Research
I offer in-depth insights and analytics to help you make informed decisions for your healthcare pathway.
Regulatory Compliance
Navigating the regulatory environment can be complex. I provide expertise to ensure your technologies comply with healthcare regulations.
Funding Strategy
I can help you plan a funding strategy involving grants, contracts, and investment funds. I can help you hone your pitch and write grants to both foundations and government agencies.