Over the past decade, a shift has occurred within the healthcare industry. Patients have become empowered as cultural changes, increasing care options, and policy adjustments enable populations to make informed decisions about their care. The 2010 Affordable Care Act ensured that patients were protected while pressing payers and providers to move into technically advanced systems. Payer and provider groups then began combining to offer new innovative care options, while life science professionals experienced a surge in treatment advancements.