Do you own the rights to your great idea?

Calling doctor entrepreneurs: lawyer Michael Rourke warns to beware of the potential intellectual property mistakes you could make if you are considering the development of your own health technology.

Technology and innovation is at the forefront of current medical practice, with new software, apps and websites being released regularly. 

Over the past few years, there have been numerous stories about new health care apps and ideas that have appeared in both industry journals and in the wider media. 

The sector has seen a growing number of doctors embarking on the development of software, apps and websites which they hope will improve the delivery of services to patients.