Core Insights - The Boao Lecheng International Medical Tourism Pilot Zone has seen a significant increase in the usage of special medical devices and drugs, with a reported 44.14% year-on-year growth in usage instances in the first quarter of 2025, reaching 16,000 instances [2] - The collaboration among various departments has led to innovative regulatory measures that have streamlined the approval process, resulting in a substantial increase in the number of approved medical devices and drugs [2][3] Summary by Sections Usage Growth - In the first quarter of 2025, the usage of special medical devices and drugs in Lecheng reached 16,000 instances, marking a 44.14% increase compared to the previous year [2] - The total usage for 2024 is projected to exceed 51,000 instances, reflecting a 79.33% year-on-year growth [2] - The value of special medical devices entering the bonded warehouse reached 602 million yuan, an 18% increase year-on-year [2] Regulatory Innovations - Since 2021, the provincial drug regulatory authority, health commission, and customs have implemented measures to support high-quality development in the Lecheng pilot zone, including adjustments to the approval process [2] - The approval process has shifted from a "one person, one product, one batch" model to a "one product, one hospital, one batch" model, significantly increasing the number of approvals [2] Patient and Institutional Engagement - The implementation of a drug and device exit registration measure has led to a noticeable increase in patient willingness to use these products, benefiting over 17,000 patients [3] - The regulatory authority is focusing on patient needs and is actively seeking products that can create usage scale and extend the industry chain [3] - A shared service platform for special medical devices and drugs is being developed to enhance communication and service delivery, transforming the approval process from passive to proactive [3]