Linguistic Validation
of Questionnaires
Since 1987
We are experts in the translation and linguistic validation of questionnaires used to collect data to evaluate health outcomes. We work for pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device companies and research groups throughout the world. Our team understands the importance of patient-centered communications and the necessity of equivalence in order to pool data for a single statistical analysis.
EXPERIENCE
We have conducted linguistic validations in more than 90 languages in all therapeutic areas since 1987. See the diseases and health issues where we have worked.
QUALITY AND SERVICE
Our certified translators are professionals who are experienced in translating health outcomes measures. A select group of these linguists have been trained to interview individuals with health problems.
FAST AND FLEXIBLE
We are able to complete a full translation and linguistic validation of most PRO instruments in three weeks, anywhere in the world.
Why You Can
Trust Health Outcomes Group
Our Values
We value integrity, honesty and time. Our linguistic validation professionals respect the culture and unique concerns of each individual. We are always at your service as we are in charge of ensuring the quality of your data.
We formed a team of devoted experts with a rich experience in linguistics and health outcomes. We put a great emphasis on health outcomes, because in today’s rapidly-changing environment, medical professionals, ordinary people, companies and governments require assistance in understanding the benefits and risks of medical treatments. Our experience and our values allow us to be confident and stand by our work.
Health Outcomes Group was established in 1987 by David Himmelberger. During his experiences at Stanford University School of Medicine he foresaw the need to have objective information on which to make treatment decisions, especially for chronic diseases where there were no cures and patients were unlikely to die prematurely.
We are the only consultancy that focuses solely on evaluating health outcomes in the context of multinational clinical trials. We have proved our competence and have many satisfied clients. We have expanded our services to create patient-centered content to educate patients, and to provide translation and linguistic validation services for medical devices and digital apps.
We provide high quality linguistic validation services worldwide.
WHAT IS LINGUISTIC VALIDATION
Linguistic validation is a process that establishes objective evidence that ensures that the outcomes being evaluated by individuals in the target audience are functionally equivalent to those in the source.
BENEFITS OF LINGUISTIC VALIDATION
- Uses the natural language of patients
- Lessens the patient burden
- Decreases patient dropouts
- Reduces the sample size
BENEFITS OF LINGUISTIC VALIDATION
- Training for study coordinator at study site
- Increases credibility among local clinicians
- Improves recruitment of patients
- Decreases costs
Our Linguistic Validation Services
Translation
We provide patient-centered translations for clinical trials and for educational purposes. These are always tailored to the target audience.
Linguistic Validation
We insure our linguistically validated translations meet the standards required by the FDA, EMA and other regulatory authorities.
Consultation
We provide guidance on which outcomes are most meaningful and the best instruments to use. We can also assist in working with developers.
Defining the Performance Characteristics
We can provide you with data to establish how the translated questionnaire works. This information is useful to plan and to design an efficient clinical trial.
Working with the Developer of the Questionnaire
Most questionnaires are protected by copyright. Some developers have special requirements to translate and to use their questionnaire. We can help with this.
Medical Devices and Digital Apps
We provide translation and linguistic validation services to establish that the user information for your medical device or digital app is well understood by lay individuals.
Linguistic validation in Jönköping, Sweden
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Real Problem
Burden of Pain
