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Hologic Launches Project Health Equality
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Electronics
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Scott Dunbar Named Acting CEO of Second Sight Medical Products
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Contract Manufacturing
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With a worker shortage on the horizon and lessons learned from the pandemic, connected workers could help ease the challenges ahead.Louis Columbus, Enterprise Software Strategist, DELMIAWORKS 05.13.21
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Contract Manufacturing
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Digital Health
Empowering Value-Based Care Through Interoperability
EHR interoperability and medical device connectivity enable healthcare providers to meet the shift toward value-based care and reimbursement.Josh Hetler, Executive Vice President, Business Intelligence, DataLink 05.13.21
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Chronic Disease
NXgenPort Enters License Agreement with Mayo Clinic
Collaboration advances the company’s development and product testing efforts.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 05.12.21
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J&J Vision ACUVUE Abiliti Overnight Lenses for Myopia Earn FDA Approval
First and only FDA-approved orthokeratology contact lens for myopia management, according to company.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 05.12.21
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Materials
Swedish Researchers Develop Material That Prevents Infections in Wounds
New hydrogel works against all types of bacteria, including antibiotic-resistant ones.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 05.12.21
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Contract Manufacturing
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A contract manufacturer should complement the OEM in every step of the product development process, from concept to commercialization.
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Paige Appoints Chief Commercial Officer and Medical Director
Andy Moye has worked in molecular diagnostics, biotechnology and life sciences.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.10.21
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RenovaCare Appoints Interim President and CEO
Kaiyo Nedd, a practicing medical doctor in Canada, will lead the company until a replacement is found.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.10.21
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Cardinal Health Partners With FourKites to Build Cognitive Supply Chain
FourKites will serve as innovation partner and central data hub for all Cardinal Health shipments.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.07.21
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Chronic Disease | Diagnostics
GE Healthcare Buys Zionexa, a Breast Cancer Dx Startup
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Chronic Disease | Digital Health
Glooko, Eli Lilly Begin Connected Insulin Pen Collaboration
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Digital Health
Connect America to Buy Philips' Aging and Caregiving Biz
Combined business will service expanded customer base of Personal Emergency Response System.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 05.05.21
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Surgical
PENTAX Appoints Former Philips VP Ojas A. Buch as President, Americas
Buch also held leadership roles at GE Healthcare, St. Jude Medical (Abbott), and CareFusion (Yvaire).Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 05.05.21
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Wytech Industries Appoints President
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Outset Medical Appoints Andrea Saia to Board of Directors
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Surgical
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Neurological
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Gynesonics Appoints Susan Stimson to Its Board of Directors
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Electronics
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IZI Medical Products Launches Fully Automatic Quick-Core Auto Biopsy System
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Electronics
Fiber Optics Introducing New Cleanliness Requirements for Medical Electronics
Devices with high-speed data capabilities and high-resolution video must be rugged enough to withstand OR environment and harsh sterilization methods.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.15.21
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Thermo Fisher Scientific to Acquire PPD for $17.4 Billion
The deal establishes Thermo Fisher as a global leader in the high-growth clinical research services industry.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.15.21
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Portable Medical Devices Market to Reach $100 Billion by 2027
Sector to grow 8.5 percent annually over the next six years, driven by an increased awareness of overall health and fitness.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.15.21
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Chronic Disease
BD Receives 510(k) Clearance for Pristine Catheter
The clearance was supported by clinical data from a feasibility study with favorable primary patency rates observed out to 180 days.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.15.21
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Chronic Disease
Medtronic Introduces Extended Infusion Set in Europe
Can be worn for up to seven days so users can safely stay on insulin pump therapy with fewer interruptions and insertions.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.14.21
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Surgical
Katena Acquires Ophthalmic Surgical Instrument Maker ASICO
Katena obtains high-quality ophthalmic surgical instruments.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 04.14.21
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Vicarious Surgical Appoints CFO and Chief Legal Officer
William J. Kelly and June M. Morris have joined the company's executive team.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.14.21
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Qosina Announces Expanded Portfolio for Bioprocess Single-use Systems
Qosina is pleased to announce a new extension to their product portfolio, developed specifically for the needs of the single-use bioprocess industry
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Diagnostics
DiaSorin to Buy Luminex for $1.8B
Provides access to proven Luminex multiplexing technology and molecular testing solutions.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 04.13.21
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Glooko Raises $30 Million in Series D Funding
Investment follows most successful year in company history.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.13.21
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Software & IT
Three Future Trends and Opportunities in Quality Assurance
As regulated companies, medical device firms must stay abreast of the latest developments to ensure they adopt new protocols to maintain quality assurance.David Jensen, Staff Writer, MasterControl 04.09.21
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Software & IT
Adopting a Data-Driven Quality Model
Employing a data-driven quality model helps you apply quality processes more holistically throughout the organization.David Jensen, Staff Writer, MasterControl 04.09.21
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J&J Vision, Menicon Begin Myopia Contact Lens Making Partnership
The firms aim to bring forward a portfolio of products and services to manage myopia progression in children.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 04.07.21
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Grant Issued for Development of 3D-Printed Resorbable Medical Implants
BellaSeno and Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology are partnering on the innovation.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.05.21
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Second Sight Aborts Business Combination with Pixium Vision
Pixium said it would take all necessary means—including legal measures—to claim compensation.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 04.05.21
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Chronic Disease | Digital Health | Patient Monitoring
CGM: Digital Health Meets a Very Large Opportunity
Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are one of the most formidable diabetes management tools to be developed in decades.Maria Shepherd, President and Founder, Medi-Vantage 04.01.21
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Molding | Surgical
Optimizing MIM in Medical Device Manufacturing
Metal injection molding (MIM) is a good choice for producing medium- to high-volume medtech parts.Steve Santoro, Executive Vice President, MICRO 04.01.21
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Diagnostics
PPE and Diagnostics: Sourcing Domestically and Speeding Time to Market
With smart onshoring strategies, the medical device industry can collaborate to fix supply chain issues.Claudio Hanna and Ralph Tricomi , Web Industries 04.01.21
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Testing
The Evolution of Chemical Characterization for Medical Devices
Evaluation of biological safety of devices is experiencing some of the most significant changes in history.Sandi Schaible, Senior Director, Analytical Chemistry and Regulatory Toxicology, WuXi AppTec Medical Device Testing 04.01.21
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Digital Health
How Digital Health Fits into the Medtech Mold
Healthcare will need to adopt digital technologies that streamline and enhance connectivity.Florence Joffroy-Black and Dave Sheppard, MedWorld Advisors 04.01.21
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Global Supply Chain Wisdom from Coronavirus-Colored Lenses
There are precious pearls of wisdom from this past year that will come in handy during the next “crisis.”Chris Oleksy, Founder and CEO, Oleksy Enterprises and Co-Founder Next Life Medical; CEO, Emergent Respiratory 04.01.21
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Four Considerations When Selling to a Private Equity Fund
A private equity partner can help medtech firms expand into new markets and serve existing clients better.Bill Hadler and Anisa Mohanty, McDermott Will & Emery 04.01.21
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Materials
Outward Appearance: Reviewing Surface Treatment Options
Surface modifications and coatings imbue medical devices with a slew of valuable properties.Sam Brusco , Associate Editor 04.01.21
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Contract Manufacturing | Software & IT | Testing
Quality & Regulatory Solutions for the FDA Regulated Industries
EMMA International specializes in full-circle solutions for the medical device, biologics, and pharma industries.
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Fralock Holdings Acquires Oasis Materials
Third strategic acquisition in 12 months expands Fralock Holdings' solutions across critical industries.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.01.21
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Electronics
Talented Labor Pool a Challenge for EMS Providers
Workers skilled in electrical wiring and installation in medical products can be difficult to find.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.31.21
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Diagnostics
Diagnosing the IVD Market: An Interview with TEAM Technologies
Chief revenue officer Steve Lents discusses the in-vitro diagnostic market and manufacturing rapid antigen POC COVID-19 tests.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.30.21
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BDP Reimbursement Delay—Mike on Medtech
Mike Drues and Sean Fenske discuss the causes for the delay in rolling out the four-year reimbursement policy for breakthrough devices.Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 03.30.21
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Access Vascular Secures $20 Million in Series B Financing
Money will be used to generate post-market data on two commercial devices designed to reduce thrombus accumulation and catheter occlusions.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.29.21
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EssilorLuxottica to Buy Walman, a Vision Care Partner
Walman has a network of 35 facilities across the U.S.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.26.21
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Software & IT
Using Quality as an Advantage in 2021
Report finds despite pandemic, 79 percent of medical device professionals expect modest or strong revenue growth in 2021.Jon Speer, Founder, Greenlight Guru 03.25.21
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Neurolief's Brain Neuromodulation Technology Cleared by FDA for Migraine Treatment
Relivion is the only non-invasive multi-channel neuromodulation technology for the treatment of acute migraine.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.25.21
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Cardiovascular | Surgical
CSI Buys Peripheral Support Catheters from WavePoint Medical
Agreement also includes development of portfolio of chronic total occlusion products.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.22.21
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Junkosha Announces Technology Innovator of the Year Award
Celebrates revamped brand image with new corporate logo and website.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.17.21
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SIA Enrolls First Patient in Study of its Surgical Mesh for Breast Reconstruction
The product is made from a biocompatible synthetic material to provide mechanical support and scaffolding.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.17.21
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Software & IT
Three Reasons Automation and Training Are Essential in Your MDQMS
Having the proper tools in place to ensure all training activities are occurring when and how they should is critical to quality.Jon Speer, Founder, Greenlight Guru 03.15.21
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FDA Clears Rhythmlink's New MR Conditional Electrode Portfolio
Sticky Pad Electrode line now boasts MR conditional clearance and CT compatibility.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.15.21
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Four Ways Remote Freelance Experts Can Help Medtech
Changes in the regulatory landscape and working-from-home scenarios reduce the degree of change when working with remote consultants.Ramya Sriram, Digital Content Manager, Kolabtree 03.15.21
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Control Under Pressure
How to use pneumatic technology to build high-performance liquid dispensing systems for lab automation applications
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Cardiovascular
Cardinal Health to Sell Cordis Biz to Hellman & Friedman for $1B
Transaction is expected to close in the first half of Cardinal Health's fiscal year 2022.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.12.21
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Philips Names New Supervisory Board Chairman
Company is adding two new members to the board, and reappointing its chief legal officer to the Board of Management.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.12.21
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Cardiovascular
Global Cardiovascular Devices Market to Exceed $62 Billion by 2025
Sector to be driven in part by the robust performance of cardiac assist products.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.12.21
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Testing
Sotera Health Acquires BioScience Laboratories
Strengthens Sotera Health’s antimicrobial and antiviral lab testing capabilities.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.11.21
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An Overview of the ASCA Pilot Program
The FDA published a three-part final guidance on the voluntary program.David Jensen, Staff Writer, MasterControl 03.11.21
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Software & IT
2021: The Year for Insights Into Quality Data
For users of paper-based quality systems, data can seem overwhelming and disorganized.Sarah Beale, Staff Writer, MasterControl 03.11.21
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Neurological | Patient Monitoring
FDA OKs Brain Scientific's Next-Gen NeuroCap EEG Headset
NeuroCap's advanced EEG electrode array obtains rapid EEGs in routine clinical and research settings.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.10.21
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Ventec Life Systems Appoints New Leader
Former Philips exec Jim Alwan takes the helm of the respiratory therapy firm.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.10.21
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FDA Approves Second Sight's Argus 2s Retinal Prosthesis
Features significantly more processing power.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.08.21
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Aetna Executive Joins Inogen's Board of Directors
New member has more than 30 years of healthcare industry experience.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.08.21
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Extractables & Leachables
Element Materials Technology provides Tailored solutions that shorten time to market & ensure sustainability of your pharmaceutical and medical device products.
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FDA Making Progress With Technology and Data Action Plans
There is an urgent need to get advanced technologies into the healthcare ecosystem, but all products must first get regulatory approval.Alan Rencher, Vice President, Engineering, MasterControl 03.04.21
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Surgical
Olympus to Purchase Israeli Firm Medi-Tate to Grow Urology Biz
Medi-Tate's iTind nitinol implant supports lower urinary tract symptom relief due to benign prostatic hyperplasia.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.02.21
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FDA Breakthrough Device Designation Awarded to BrainCool AB's Cooral System
The Cooral System was CE marked in June 2020 as an invasive medical device.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.02.21
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Diagnostics
Hologic Buys Molecular Dx Firm Diagenode for $159M
Diagenode brings more than 30 CE-marked, real-time PCR tests.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.02.21
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OrthogenRx on FDA’s Ambiguity on Hyaluronic Acid
MPO's Sean Fenske speaks with Mike Daley of OrthogenRx about the role HA plays in alleviating knee pain and the challenges with the FDA over it.Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 03.02.21
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FDA Clears Ava Fertility Tracking Wearable Device
The wearable is clinically proven as effective as LH tests in predicting ovulation—and with more fertile days detected.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.26.21
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Electronics | Testing
Refurbished Medical Equipment Testing and Certification Under the NEC
The National Electric Code (NEC) has been updated to better ensure refurbished or reconditioned products' safety and performance.L. Matthew Snyder, Director of Certification, Intertek 02.25.21
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Portescap Slotless Brushless DC Motors Receive ISO 13485 Certification
Meet the highest quality standards for manufacturing.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.25.21
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Contract Manufacturing | R&D & Design
SteriPack Acquires HS Design
Provides flexible and responsive design, development, and contract manufacturing solutions.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 02.23.21
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Navient Receives Chinese Regulatory Clearance for ENT Applications
The surgical navigation system is already approved in the United States, Europe, Canada, South Korea, Brazil, and Taiwan.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.22.21
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Trademark Plastics Inc. Partners with MedAccred
Reaffirms its commitment to complete quality assurance.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.19.21
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Diagnostics
Study Validates Vocalis Health’s COVID-19 Screening Tool
VocalisCheck obtains CE mark approval for medical use.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.18.21
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RDS Completes 3 Million Euros Seed Funding Round
Funding will be used for the first clinical trials of the MultiSense Connected Sensor Patch.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.18.21
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Quidel Opens New Manufacturing Facility to Boost COVID-19 Antigen Test Production
New plant aims to reach a run rate of 600 million QuickVue tests per year by the end of 2021.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.18.21
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FDA Appoints its First Cybersecurity Director
University of Michigan associate professor to serve a one-year term within the Center for Devices and Radiological Health.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.17.21
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Rapid Growth Expected for Global Smart Syringe Market
Sector is estimated to swell 11.3 percent annually through 2027.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.17.21
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4 Trends Driving Medical Manufacturing in 2021
Manufacturers across the sector had to manage disruptions last year, but economists say recovery may begin soon.Emily Newton, Editor-in-Chief, Revolutionized 02.16.21
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Qosina and EcoVadis Set to Improve Supply Chain Sustainability for Medical, Pharma and Beauty
Qosina Corp. has partnered with EcoVadis, the world’s most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings
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J. Knipper and Company Adds to its Executive Team
Trio is charged with launching the company's third-party logistics (3PL) unit for 2021.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.16.21
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Diagnostics | Digital Health | Software & IT
Pioneering AI Solutions to Reinforce Healthcare Services
Can AI live up to its hype in the healthcare landscape?Sunil Jha, Senior Research Content Developer, Global Market Insights 02.12.21
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Festo is Omnipresent in the Automated Production of Today
Developing individual customer solutions and market-specific products for the Life Science market.
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The 8 Major Types of PPE Supply Chain Fraud
Medical device manufacturers need to be aware of what’s happening within the space if they are making protection equipment themselves.Richie M. Hecker, Managing Director, TS Health Supplies Division, Traction & Scale LLC 02.10.21
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Cybersecurity Measures are Crucial as COVID-19 Drives Adoption of Remote Access Devices
Cybercriminals are taking advantage of the health crisis to breach hospitals and healthcare systems.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.10.21
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Refurbished Medical Imaging Equipment Market to be Worth $21.14 Billion By 2027
The market's growth will be driven primarily by increasing demand for cost-effective medical imaging equipment.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.10.21
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Digital Health
Evolving Trends in the Medical and Orthopedic Devices Industry
There are a number of areas worth keeping an eye on within medtech in 2021 and beyond.Jacqueline Trovato, Healthcare/Legal Writer 02.09.21
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Diagnostics
ProPhase Labs Begins Saliva-Based, Viral RT-PCR Multiplex-Testing
System can be used for COVID-19, Influenza A & B, and other viruses.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.09.21
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Diagnostics
SmartBreast Corp. Acquires Discover NM750b from GE Healthcare
Will manufacture, market, and distribute the Molecular Breast Imaging scanner.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.09.21
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Report: Emergency Use Authorization a Top Health Hazard for 2021
The report also cites telehealth adoption among its perceived dangers.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.09.21
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Hemostasis and Tissue Sealing Agents Market to Swell to $6.6 Billion by 2026
An increase in demand globally for MI surgeries and the rise in geriatric patients with chronic conditions are driving the growth.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.04.21
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R&D & Design
Pandemic-Level Playing Field: How COVID-19 Made Space for Progress
Pandemic restrictions may have diminished certain advantages large companies hold over small and mid-sized competitors.Dawn A. Lissy, President & Founder, Empirical 02.03.21
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Contract Manufacturing
Use Vertical Integration to Increase Productivity, Drive Innovation
The concept of vertical integration is simple: a company combining two or more stages of production that would normally be operated by separate companies.Ryan Lipe, Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing, MGS 02.03.21
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Perspectives on Post-Pandemic: Consider the IT Infrastructure
Maria Shepherd of Medi-Vantage reminds medtech developers to be aware of the strains on the current IT system at most hospitals.Maria Shepherd, President, Medi-Vantage 02.03.21
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Testing
Element Material Technology Acquires Avomeen
Strengthens its life sciences business unit in North America.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.03.21
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A Blueprint for Reducing Medtech Industry's Carbon Footprint
Global warming impact of “single-use” medical devices can be halved by using reprocessed products.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.03.21
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Endo Tools Therapeutics Secures 8 Million Euros in Series D Funding
The company plans to seek regulatory clearance in the U.S. and reimbursement in European countries.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.01.21
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Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence Welcomes New Advisory Board Additions
The new members represent a cross-section of industry, government, research institutions, and non-profit agencies.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 01.29.21
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Diagnostics
Spectrum Solutions Collaborates with UCLA School of Dentistry
Commences study on using saliva in early lung cancer detection and analysis.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 01.27.21
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Kwivik Therapeutics, EirMed Partner to Accelerate Product Commercialization
Kwivik has developed a pipeline of products for certain respiratory, emergency medical, asthma, migraine/cluster headache, wound care, and skin care markets.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 01.27.21
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FDA Clears 3D Acellular Dermal Matrix
The technology is supported by more than 150 peer-reviewed published articles.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 01.27.21
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Inogen to Undergo Leadership Transition
Longtime BD exec Nabil Shabshab succeeds retiring Scott Wilkinson as president and CEO.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 01.27.21
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Asia-Pacific Advanced Wound Management Market to Undergo Robust Expansion
The market is being driven by a global aging population, increasing patient awareness levels, and rising disposable incomes.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 01.27.21
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Signia Appoints New President
New executive most recently worked for Essilor of America.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 01.25.21
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MedAcuity, Fathom Partner on Human Factors Engineering Services
Focused on facilitating safe and effective use of medical devices, HFE is a critical aspect of product development.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 01.25.21
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Cretex Companies CEO Steps Down
Jeff Wollerman will succeed Lynn Schuler as CEO of the company.Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 01.22.21
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Henry Schein Buys Majority Interest in Prism Medical Products
PRISM will operate as a subsidiary of Henry Schein Medical and will be managed separately as an individual division.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 01.22.21
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Eitan Medical Receives FDA Clearance for Sapphire Infusion System
Upgraded infusion system provides advanced performance and customization capabilities within hospital, pre-hospital and ambulatory environments.Eitan Medical 01.20.21
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CMS Expedites Breakthrough Device Access; Industry Applauds
New rule creates an accelerated Medicare coverage pathway for innovative products that the FDA deems ‘breakthrough.’MPO Staff 01.13.21
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Contract Manufacturing
Vonco Products Receives ISO 13485:2016 Certification
Both a packaging company and a components company, Vonco started as a custom equipment and packaging pioneer.Business Wire 01.12.21
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Materials
Momentive Performance Materials Acquires KCC Corp.’s Silicones Business
Further strengthens its global capabilities in advanced silicones.PRNewswire 01.11.21
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Patient Monitoring
CES News: Philips Highlights Healthcare at Home
Participates in the first-ever all-digital CES 2021.Royal Philips 01.11.21
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Diagnostics
Olympus and Hitachi Sign Five-Year Contract
Will jointly develop Endoscopic Ultrasound Systems.Olympus Corporation 01.11.21
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Cardiovascular
Acutus Medical Launches AcQCross Transseptal System in Europe
The product is designed to improve safety and efficiency in any procedure requiring left heart access.Globe Newswire 01.08.21
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Study Shows Lungpacer System Improves Diaphragm Strength by More Than 300 Percent
System is designed to stimulate the diaphragm during mechanical ventilation to strengthen the muscle.Business Wire 01.08.21
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New Clinical Trial Data Supports BD Libertas Wearable Injector as a Drug Delivery System
The results show the device effectively delivers dose volumes up to 5 mL subcutaneously.B3C newswire 01.08.21
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Electronics
Hermetic Solutions Acquires Cristek Interconnects
Complements Hermetic Solutions’ engineered component and microelectronic packaging solutions.Hermetic Solutions Group 01.06.21
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Greenlight Guru and Nelson Labs Partner
Alliance helps customers mitigate risk and go to market faster.Greenlight Guru 01.06.21
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Packaging & Sterilization | Surgical
Olympus Releases ScopeLocker Endoscope Storage Cabinet
HEPA hinged door endoscope storage system addresses infection prevention needs in busy GI suites.Olympus 01.06.21
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Acutus Medical Launches AcQBlate Force Sensing Ablation System in Europe
Gold-tipped force sensing ablation catheter earns CE Mark.Globe Newswire 01.06.21
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Katena Products Welcomes New CEO
Company's chief executive worked for Cardinal Health, Covidien, and Medtronic.Business Wire 01.06.21
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3D/Additive Manufacturing
Researchers Develop New Combined Process for 3D Printing
Enables active medical agents to be incorporated into pharmaceutical products or luminous liquids to be integrated into materials.Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg 12.18.20
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Impact of COVID-19 on the Medtech Supply Chain
Agility, reliability, and resiliency all describe objectives of a company’s supply chain management system.Joe McBeth, Vice President, Global Supply Chain, Jabil 12.16.20
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New Home Use Indication Granted for the Passio Pump Drainage System
Product is designed for the drainage of recurrent and symptomatic pleural effusion.PR Newswire 12.15.20
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Finding the Upside to a Challenging Year
Despite its complete transfiguration of modern life, COVID-19 had important lessons to teach the medtech industry.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 12.11.20
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Preparing Your Design Controls for FDA Approval
Design controls are a set of procedures to build into medical device design and development.Adam Freeman, Freelance Medical Device and Combination Product Design Specialist, Kolabtree 12.09.20
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BellaSeno Establishes High-Throughput Additive Manufacturing Facility for Resorbable Implants
Manufacturing at the facility will be based on the no-touch approach to significantly improve the safety and sterility of medical implants.BellaSeno GmbH 12.09.20
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Sofwave Medical Granted CE Mark for Skin Tightening, Wrinkle Reduction Device
Company's device also received regulatory approval from the Medical Device Division of the Israeli Ministry of Health.PR Newswire 12.09.20
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Chronic Disease
Medtronic Launches Pediatric/Neonatal Acute Dialysis Machine
The Carpediem system is designed to treat patients requiring renal replacement therapy weighing between 2.5 and 10 kilograms (5.5 to 22 pounds).PR Newswire 12.08.20
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Patient Monitoring
Talking Medtech with TrueFuture's Joe Mullings
MPO's Sean Fenske speaks with Joe Mullings, medtech recruiter and host of TrueFuture, about what’s got him excited in the medtech space.Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 12.08.20
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Molding
A 'Trial and Error' Approach to Micromolded Parts
The medical industry's stringent requirements makes innovation difficult for injection-molded components.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 12.07.20
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Shimmer Research Receives CE Certification for Inertial Measurement Unit Sensor
The wearable sensor is now recognized as a medical device in Europe, capable of providing continuous, medical-grade measurements of a person’s activity.Shimmer Research 12.07.20
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Machining & Laser Processing
Social Distancing Badge Lights Way to Return to Work
Fleetwood Electronics’ Instant-Trace system uses machining, on-demand injection molding to speed to market.Rob Young, Sr. Manager—Injection Molding, Protolabs 12.04.20
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Digital Health
Expert Roundup: Achieving Success in the 2021 Medical Device Landscape
Industry experts share their advice on factors medical device manufacturers need to consider for the coming year to stay ahead.Nick Tippmann, Vice President Of Marketing, Greenlight Guru 12.04.20
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Olympus Corporation to Acquire Veran Medical Technologies
Strengthens its position as a leading global medical device company.JCN Newswire 12.04.20
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Molding
Tooling Precision is Key to Micromolding Success
Tool quality dictates part quality for all sizes of medical components.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 12.03.20
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Motion Dynamics Acquires ViaMed Holdings
Enables Motion Dynamics to provide a broader range of capabilities, products, and services.Motion Dynamics LLC 12.03.20
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Cardiovascular
LivaNova to Sell Heart Valve Biz to Gyrus Capital for $73M
Enables company to sharpen its focus within primary platforms, neuromodulation and cardiovascular.Business Wire 12.03.20
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Materials
Setting the Standard: Protective Nanocoatings for Today's Medtech
Ensuring medical products are safe from the outside environment is a significant challenge that nanocoatings can help resolve.Zsolt Pulai, EVP, Technology & Development, HZO Inc. 12.02.20
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Software & IT
Leveraging Virtual Technology for Customer Service and Support
VR/AR solutions enable contactless interactions with customers to address a variety of needs.Dijam Panigrahi, Co-Founder and COO, Grid Raster Inc. 12.02.20
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Molding
Medtech Miniaturization is Becoming a 'Way of Life'
Micromolding suppliers should be ready to take on potential roadblocks when designing small parts.Michael Barbella 11.30.20
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Molding
Smaller Cavity Features Not Always Sensible for Micromolded Products
Though the need to reduce size is crucial, small cavity characteristics may be challenging to reproduce in volume.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 11.24.20
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Tubing & Extrusion
On Line Controls Celebrates 40 Years
The firm manufactures MicroAir technologies for tubing extrusion.On Line Controls Inc. 11.24.20
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Chronic Disease
Increasing Comfort for Chemotherapy Patients
Leveraging a freelance researcher in bringing the Chemo Mouthpiece to market—A case study.Ramya Sriram, Digital Content Manager, Kolabtree 11.24.20
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Femtech Firm Launches Two-in-One Medical Device to Help Women With Conception
A $1.5 million seed accelerates manufacturing and shipping; app is updated to incorporate user feedback.PR Newswire 11.23.20
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Machine Solutions Acquires Beahm Designs
Expands its catalog of catheter manufacturing equipment and broadens its engineering resources.Machine Solutions Inc. 11.20.20
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Molding
Miniaturization of Medical Devices Creating Big Assembly Challenges
Extremely tight tolerances leave no room for error.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 11.20.20
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The Big Challenges of Medical Device Miniaturization
Demand for micro-sized products is prompting micromolders to develop new processes and methods that are outside the norm of standard injection molding.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 11.17.20
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Foxx Life Sciences to Open New Asia Headquarters
Expands to offer more products to the Indian and Asian market.Foxx Life Sciences 11.17.20
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Sommetrics' aerSleep II Sleep Apnea Treatment Earns Breakthrough Designation
aerSleep II applies negative pressure over the external surface of the neck to hold airway open during sleep.Business Wire 11.17.20
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Digital Health
Avail Medsystems Raises $100 Million in Series B Funding
Money will help the company meet demand for procedural telemedicine technology in the operating room.Business Wire 11.17.20
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RenovaCare CEO is Elected Board President
Chief executive assumed role in November 2019.Globe Newswire 11.16.20
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Chronic Disease
Wrighting the MiMedx Ship: An Exclusive Interview
In this interview with the firm’s new CEO, MPO discovers what’s been done to turn the page on the company’s troubled past.Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 11.13.20
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Contract Manufacturing
Vance Street Acquires Wytech Industries
Represents Vance Street’s fifth investment in the medical device space in the past four years.Wytech Industries 11.10.20
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Study: NEUWAVE System With Ablation Confirmation Software Leads to Improved Outcomes
Data showed the MI technology helps improve precision and accuracy in ablation procedures, which is critical to achieving technical success.Ethicon 11.10.20
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R&D & Design
Collaborating with Full-Service Design and Development Providers—A Medtech Makers Q&A
Spectrum Plastics Group’s Paul Melnychuck speaks about the advantages of working with a full-service supplier and contract manufacturer.
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Electronics
Big Data's Role in Sensor Design
Insight into device use is driving trends in miniaturization, low-power options, and conversion to digital sensing.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 11.09.20
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Patient Monitoring
Sony Updates NUCLeUS Imaging Platform
Adds new functionality and features for use in hospitals.Sony 11.05.20
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Veteran Medical Device Executives Named to Dimension Inx Board
New members served as startup CEOs and Fortune 200 corporate executives.Dimension Inx 11.05.20
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Harvard Professor Joins ExThera Medical Board
New member is recognized as a leading authority on competitive strategy, the competitiveness and economic development of nations and regions.Business Wire 11.05.20
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Chronic Disease
Pharmaceutical Focus: A Look at Combination Products
Combination products and drug delivery devices aid in patient compliance and a movement toward point-of-care at home.Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 11.04.20
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3D/Additive Manufacturing
The Printed World: Additive Manufacturing in Medtech
Medical additive manufacturing experts discuss key factors impacting the market both during and post-pandemic.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 11.04.20
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The Lost Year: 2020 Year in Review
Lessons learned from the global coronavirus pandemic.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 11.04.20
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Cardiovascular
The Heart of the Matter: Trends in Cardiology
Of the three major segments of coronary stents, bioabsorbable stents are expected to have the highest growth between now and 2022.Maria Shepherd, President and Founder, Medi-Vantage 11.04.20
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Digital Health
Digital Health Delivers During a Year for the Ages
Internet of Medical Things technologies have emerged as the key enabler of a much more holistic and complete disease-state management toolbox.Brad Womble, Senior Director of Strategy, Marketing, and Mergers & Acquisitions, Jabil Healthcare 11.04.20
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Advanced Technology for Staking and Swaging Medical Plastics
It reliably assembles heat- and vibration-sensitive components, and works with a wide range of plastic materials.Priyank Kishor, Global Product Manager—PulseStaking, Branson at Emerson 11.04.20
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Quality Assurance When Supply Chain Disruptions Arise
From supply chain disruptions to impromptu manufacturing modifications, the medical device industry has faced a whirlwind of complications in 2020.Sandi Schaible and Peter Steen, WuXi AppTec Medical Device Testing 11.04.20
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The Top 30 and M&A in 2021: What’s Next?
With three of the top five companies appointing new CEOs in the last year and the global pandemic eroding earnings, M&A strategies could look a lot different.Florence Joffroy-Black and Dave Sheppard, MedWorld Advisors 11.04.20
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COVID 19: Supply Chain Professionals’ Ultimate Reality Challenge
Having been a part of the medtech supply chain for 40 years, I can say there has never been a more difficult time for supply chain professionals.Chris Oleksy, Founder and CEO, Oleksy Enterprises and Next Life Medical; CEO, Emergent Respiratory 11.04.20
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3D/Additive Manufacturing
Additive Manufacturing: Debinding Fluids Must-Haves
As the pressure to produce more complex biomedical parts increases, medical device manufacturing using 3D printing is gaining widespread acceptance.Venesia Hurtubise, Technical Chemist, MicroCare Medical 11.04.20
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My 2020 Holiday Wish List
There are many lessons to be learned from actions taken during the pandemic. Are there positives that can actually be taken from this mess?Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 11.04.20
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Electronics
Addressing the Non-Magnetic Inductor Need in Medical Electronics
A proprietary non-magnetic material developed by Gowanda Electronics provides inductance qualities.Michael Barbella 11.03.20
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Cardiovascular
Robocath Creates Joint Venture with MircroPort
Enables the commercialization of Robocath’s R-One platform in China.Robocath 11.02.20
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Repligen Corp. Buys ARTeSYN Biosolutions for $200M
Proposed ARTeSYN acquisition adds gold standard single-use downstream bioprocessing systems.GlobeNewswire 10.28.20
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Solid Growth Expected for Global Intraoperative Monitoring Electrodes Market
Sector is forecast to expand 7.1 percent annually through 2027.Coherent Market Insights 10.28.20
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Cardiovascular
AngioDynamics Launches Auryon Atherectomy System in the U.S.
Product uses solid-state laser technology for the treatment of peripheral artery disease.Business Wire 10.28.20
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RapidAI Announces $25 Million in Series B Funding
Company to use the funds to expand AI-enhanced cerebrovascular imaging worldwide.Business Wire 10.26.20
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Tegra Medical Expands Globally
Extends its end-to-end contract manufacturing services to Europe and Asia.Tegra Medical 10.26.20
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Cardiovascular
CoreMap Completes $10.5 Million Series A Financing
Round led by Qure Ventures will accelerate development of CoreMap’s technology to enable curative, patient-specific treatment of atrial fibrillation.Globe Newswire 10.23.20
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Global Coronary Stents Market to Exceed $15.1 Billion by 2027
Increase is being driven by the rising incidence of cardiovascular diseases, strategic collaborations and acquisitions among key players.Business Wire 10.23.20
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Diagnostics
Spectrum Solutions Secures EUA for Saliva Collection Device
The SDNA-1000 offers a safe sample collection approach for detecting COVID-19 infections.Spectrum Solutions 10.20.20
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Surgical
Level Ex Introduces Virtual Technique Guides
Allow sales representatives to train surgeons located anywhere in the world.Level Ex
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P2i Launches Protection Coating for Hearing Aids
The coating will help manufacturers comply with new PFOA regulations.P2i 10.20.20
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Diagnostics
Examining the COVID-19 Detection Kits Market
RT-PCR has become second to none in the global healthcare systems for testing COVID-19.Sunil Jha, Research Content Developer, Global Market Insights 10.16.20
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Considerations in Designing 'Fail-Safe' Motor Drive Circuits
Products must be constructed to fail in a safe manner to protect both patients and physicians.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 10.15.20
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Using Revenue-Based Financing to Grow in the Pandemic
One revenue-based funding investor shares real-world examples of firms that gained access to cash without giving up a piece of the company.Wayne Cantwell, Co-Founder and Managing Director, Decathlon Capital Partners 10.14.20
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Diagnostics | Surgical
FDA OKs CrossBay Medical's CrossGlide ETS Plus
Performs frictionless, office-based endometrial biopsy procedure gently, effortlessly, and without a tenaculum.Business Wire 10.14.20
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Molding
A Primer on the Benefits of Metal Injection Molding
High volume, high performance, complex surgical instrument parts are achievable at an affordable cost with the fabrication process.Steve Santoro, EVP, MICRO 10.13.20
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Electronics
Capacitor Considerations for Medical Applications
Careful selection of even the smallest electronic components can make a significant difference in a device’s capabilities.Rich Bestafka, Key Account Manager—Medical, Knowles Precision Devices 10.12.20
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Rapid Prototyping Comes to the Rescue During the Pandemic
When a regional hospital system needed additional battery packs for respirators, rapid manufacturing technologies were employed.Michael Gillette, Founder, Nevada Jumpstarter 10.09.20
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Teleflex Medical OEM to Expand Georgia Facility
Aims to meet growing demand for its products.Teleflex Medical OEM 10.09.20
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7 Steps to Create Your Own Medical Device Marketing Plan
A successful strategy will result in increased leads while saving time and money.Robert Jordan, Media Relations Manager, InfoClutch Inc. 10.09.20
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Packaging & Sterilization
Brenda Chamulak named President of Tekni-Plex Packaging Products
Comes from Jabil Packaging Solutions where she was CEO, SVP and president.Tekni-Plex 10.08.20
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Cardiovascular
MedTech Innovator Names Rhaeos as 2020 Winner
Rhaeos is developing a wearable for the noninvasive monitoring of ventricular shunt function for hydrocephalus patients.Business Wire 10.06.20
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INSPECTIS Achieves ISO 9001 Certification
The certification reinforces the company's commitment to quality management.INSPECTIS AB 10.06.20
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Chronic Disease
FDA Commissioner: Safe COVID-19 Vaccines Will Be Approved by ‘Career Scientists,’ Not Politicians
Dr. Hahn speaks out at The Virtual MedTech Conference.AdvaMed 10.05.20
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CE Marking Received for Osprey Medical's DyeVert Power XT Device
Second-generation device is expected to be a core product in the product portfolio being commercialized by GE Healthcare.Business Wire 10.05.20
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Contract Manufacturing | Electronics
Innovation, Miniaturization are Top Priorities for Electronic Components Manufacturers
But many companies are hesitant to start new development projects while the coronavirus is still rampant.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 10.05.20
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J&J, Abbott Medical Executive Named Chief Commercial Officer at WaveFront Dynamics
Latest hire brings more than 20 years of medical device business experience to the position.Business Wire 10.02.20
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Contract Manufacturing
Expediting Time to Market—A Medtech Makers Q&A
Donatelle’s Mike Kaiser and Todd Owens provide insights on speeding up development to get products out to market more quickly.
