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Hyperfine Names Paykel, Teisseyre to Executive Leadership Roles

Neela Paykel is serving as general counsel and Tom Teisseyre assumes the chief product officer position.

Business Wire 09.22.21

Turner Imaging Systems Announces International Expansion

Company forges marketing agreement in the U.K. and Ireland.

Business Wire 09.22.21

RedDress’ ActiGraft System Receives New FDA Clearance

ActiGraft Ver.02 System is intended for the safe and rapid POC preparation of an in-vitro blood clot.

Globe Newswire 09.22.21

Heraeus Acquires Mo-Sci Corporation, ETS Technology Holdings

The two deals will strengthen Heraeus' healthcare and medtech portfolio.

Heraeus 09.22.21

CareDx Appoints Hannah Valantine to its Board

Valantine is a professor of Medicine at Stanford and the former National Institutes of Health chief scientific officer for Scientific Workforce Diversity.

Globe Newswire 09.21.21

CE Mark Granted to Predictive Software for Kidney Allograft Survival

Algorithm gives the probability the graft will still be functional at three, five, and seven years after evaluation by a healthcare professional.

Cibiltech 09.21.21

Diagnostics

Babson Diagnostics Raises $31 Million in Series B Funding

Money will be used to help drive commercialization of customer-first, highly accessible diagnostic blood testing.

Business Wire 09.20.21

PTI Engineered Plastics Wins a 2021 Macomb Business Award

Organization Receives Top Honors in Hometown Hero Category

Medical Devices Market to Top $671.49 Billion by 2027

Wearables and rising cases of chronic diseases will help fuel growth, industry data predicts.

Precedence Research 09.16.21

Surgical

Vicarious Surgical Business Combination with D8 Holdings Approved

Vicarious Surgical to debut on NYSE as disruptive next-gen surgical robotics company.

Business Wire 09.16.21

Diagnostics

Siemens Healthineers’ Somatom X.ceed Tomography Scanner Cleared by FDA

Expands precision medicine and transforms care delivery.

Siemens Healthineers 09.14.21

Digital Health

The Benefits of Computer Vision Technology for Healthcare Applications

How new technology could save millions of dollars and help patients receive better treatment.

Henry Bell, Head of Product at Vendorland 09.13.21

Digital Health

RapidAI Launches Rapid Workflow for Pulmonary Embolism

Rapid Workflow for PE helps hospital teams align, activate and communicate about patient status to administer care faster.

RapidAI 09.13.21

Quanta Raises $245 Million in Series D Funding Round

Money will help accelerate the commercialization of the company's SC+ Portable Hemodialysis System.

Business Wire 09.10.21

Glytec Appoints Nausheen Moulana as Chief Technology Officer

Engineering and technology veteran to lead company’s product vision and support growing demand for insulin dosing software.

Business Wire 09.09.21

Diagnostics

Roche to Acquire Long-Term Partner TIB Molbiol

Expands PCR-test portfolio in the fight against new infectious diseases.

GlobeNewswire 09.09.21

Rehabtronics’ Prelivia Neurostimulation Device Cleared by FDA

Promotes healthy blood circulation and maintains healthy tissue in people who are bedridden or chair bound.

Rehabtronics

Vicarious Surgical Opens New Corporate Headquarters in Massachusetts

The new space houses a full-scale operating room for robotics testing as well as R&D and company operations.

Business Wire 09.09.21

Roche's COVID-19 Molecular Test Granted EUA

First test authorized for use in screening, testing asymptomatic and symptomatic individuals with results within 20 minutes.

PR Newswire 09.02.21

Baxter to Acquire Hillrom in $10.5 Billion Deal

The acquisition will broaden access to care in the hospital, home and alternate site settings.

Baxter International 09.02.21

Diagnostics

GE Healthcare Reveals AMX Navigate Portable X-Ray System

Helps address technologist stress and strain and improve efficiency.

Business Wire 09.01.21

Neurological

FDA OKs Rehabtronics' Prelivia to Protect from Pressure Injuries

Neurostim device protects patients from pressure injuries at hospitals and care homes.

PR Newswire 09.01.21

COVID-19 Accelerated Demand for Handheld Ultrasound Devices in China

Market for these products is expected to grow 5 percent through 2025.

GlobalData 09.01.21

Molding

Westfall Technik Opens New Medical Molding Plant and Clean Room

The 40,000-square-foot facility near Chicago features three Class 8-certified clean rooms and one white space for helping firms meet GMP requirements.

Business Wire 08.30.21

Ramin Mousavi Appointed CEO of CathWorks

New leader worked at Baxter International and Edwards Lifesciences.

PR Newswire 08.27.21

Diagnostics

Vivante Health Expands Product Suite by Unveiling GIMate

Handheld breath hydrogen monitor measures hydrogen concentration in the breath.

PR Newswire 08.26.21

PartsSource Unveils New Operations Dashboard

New dashboard gives clients real-time insights across the medical device supply chain.

Business Wire 08.26.21

Digital Health

Why Patient Data Security is of Essential Importance in 2021

How to protect confidential patient information and comply with regulations such as HIPAA.

Anton Zheliabin, Product manager, ComeBack Mobility 08.25.21

Stanislav Glezer Joins Inogen as Chief Medical Officer

New hire most recently worked for Becton, Dickinson and Company as worldwide vice president of Medical Affairs for Diabetes Care.

Business Wire 08.24.21

Packaging & Sterilization

Amcor Launches Enhanced Heat Seal Coating Technology

New heat seal adhesive helps medical device manufacturers better mitigate risk for greater patient safety.

Amcor 08.23.21

Cardiovascular

Biomedical Engineers Grow 3D Bioprinted Blood Vessel

Paves the way for possible cardiovascular drug advancements with better precision.

Texas A&M Engineering 08.19.21

Digital Health

iCAD Signs Global Distribution Agreement With Sectra

Agreement will expand access to ProFound AI and ProFound AI Risk to more facilities and imaging centers worldwide.

Globe Newswire 08.19.21

Butterfly Network Building New Corporate Headquarters in Massachusetts

New facility will have the capacity for approximately 275 people with the ability to expand further.

Business Wire 08.19.21

Cala Health Expands its Executive Team

Steve Higa and Greg Schulte add deep strategic experience, operational excellence to the company's management.

Business Wire 08.19.21

Diagnostics

EchoNous’ Lexsa Linear Probe Cleared by FDA

An ultra-portable device capable of producing diagnostic-quality images rivaling those from larger, more expensive cart-based units.

EchoNous 08.19.21

Diagnostics

Illumina Closes $7.1B GRAIL Deal Despite Antitrust Challenges

GRAIL will remain a separate and independent unit, pending ongoing regulatory and legal review.

PR Newswire 08.19.21

Diagnostics

FDA Extends EUA for Spectrum Solutions’ SDNA-1000 Saliva Collection Device

New authorization includes the unsupervised self-collection of saliva for COVID-19 testing.

Spectrum Solutions 08.18.21

Probo Medical Acquires Tenvision

Deal is the fourth acquisition for the company this year.

Business Wire 08.18.21

Machining & Laser Processing

The Importance of Metal Fabrication in the Innovation of Medical Devices

How metal fabrication powered by CNC machines has come to the rescue of the innovation of medical devices.

Peter Jacobs, senior director of marketing at CNC Masters 08.17.21

R&D & Design

Trelleborg Launches Rapid Development Center in Minnesota

Provides Trelleborg’s healthcare and medical customers a single partner for design, rapid prototyping, development and serial production.

Trelleborg 08.16.21

Materials

Developing Next Generation Implants with Bioresorbables—A Medtech Makers Q&A

To help restore natural anatomy following a medical procedure, some device makers are curious about bioresorbable molded devices.

Minnesota Rubber and Plastics Announces New Innovation Center

Will offer customers an engineer-to-engineer collaboration experience designed to improve product performance and enhance speed-to-market.

Minnesota Rubber and Plastics 08.13.21

Health Canada Approves Butterfly iQ+ Platform

The second-generation handheld device is now available in 20 countries worldwide.

Business Wire 08.13.21

Satellite Healthcare, Outset Medical Partner to Boost Home Dialysis

Outset Medical’s Tablo Hemodialysis System selected as the tech to further enable Satellite Healthcare’s efforts to drive home hemodialysis growth.

Business Wire 08.13.21

Molding Modern Medtech

Insights on best practices and technologies for successfully specifying molded components.

08.12.21

Diagnostics

Siemens Healthineers Develops COVID-19 Severity Algorithm

Helps predict the potential likelihood of progression to severe disease and life-threatening multiorgan dysfunction in COVID-19 patients.

Siemens Healthineers 08.12.21

Digital Health

Four Real-World Applications for Voice Tech in Healthcare

How voice enablement is impacting seniors and healthcare professionals.

Bruce Ryan, Director of Engineering, Harman Embedded Audio 08.11.21

Chronic Disease

HIMSS 2021: Siemens Healthineers Adds Cell Lung Cancer Pathway for AI-Pathway Companion

Assists multidisciplinary teams by facilitating patient management and case reviews in a single dashboard.

Siemens Healthineers 08.10.21

Neurological | Software & IT

FDA OKs SpinTech's STAGE MRI Software

Allows scanning the entire brain in roughly five minutes.

PR Newswire 08.09.21

Diagnostics | Digital Health | Software & IT

GE Healthcare, AWS Partner to Transform Care Delivery

AI-based imaging applications and Edison Health Services platform on AWS.

Business Wire 08.09.21

Digital Health | Software & IT

HIMSS 2021: Philips Introduces Two New HealthSuite Solutions

Cloud-based solutions for orchestrated patient logistics and enterprise telehealth for acute care.

GlobeNewswire 08.09.21

Materials

Pandemic has Accelerated Nearshoring Medtech Materials

Buying materials from overseas may be cost-effective, but it can create an environment with less collaboration and less room for innovation.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 08.06.21

Patient Monitoring

LifeSignals Inc. Receives FDA Approval for Remote Monitoring Platform

The LX1550 Platform can be used by clinicians for the continuous collection of patient physiological data at home and in healthcare settings.

LifeSignals Inc. 08.05.21

Digital Health

How Medical Device Connectivity Is Improving Accessibility in Healthcare

The fifth generation of wireless connectivity sets the stage for better medical devices.

Adrian Johansen 08.03.21

Digital Health

Baxter Begins Collaboration with Amazon Web Services

Advancing strategic priorities in digital health, customer experience, and technology modernization.

Baxter 08.03.21

Materials

Smaller Devices Require More Efficient Material Integration

Silicones are becoming increasingly well-suited for implantable medical devices and combination products.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 08.03.21

Chronic Disease

Abbott Fined $160M to Resolve Medicare Diabetes Lawsuit

Resolves allegations Abbott companies Arriva and Alere made, or caused, claims to Medicare that were false.

U.S. Department of Justice 08.02.21

Chronic Disease | Patient Monitoring | Software & IT

FDA OKs Abbott's FreeStyle Libre 2 iOS App

Users can check glucose with a compatible iPhone every minute with optional real-time glucose alarms.

Abbott Laboratories 08.02.21

Digital Health

Hello Heart Raises $45M to Expand Digital Heart Health Platform

Series C financing was led by IVP and includes existing investors.

Business Wire 08.02.21

Phillips-Medisize Unveils Aria Smart Autoinjector Platform

Small and easy-to-use injection device is designed to support medication management.

Phillips-Medisize 08.02.21

Materials

Pandemic Underscores Importance of Medtech Material Innovation

Materials must meet the changing needs of medtech and society in general through preventative, diagnostic and therapeutic solutions.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 07.30.21

Promaxo Taps Srirama Venkataraman as VP of Clinical Research & Strategy

With previous roles at Philips and Stryker, Dr. Venkataraman will bring his expertise to Promaxo’s MRI and robotic platform.

Business Wire 07.30.21

Cardiovascular | Digital Health

BioFourmis' Digital Heart Failure Therapeutic Earns Breakthrough Status

Augments guideline-directed use of heart failure medications.

PR Newswire 07.30.21

Cardiovascular | Patient Monitoring

Abbott Rolls Out Jot Dx Insertable Cardiac Monitor

Device has option to control the amount of electronic data received for irregular heart rhythms.

Abbott Laboratories 07.30.21

Diagnostics

KA Imaging Forges U.S. Distribution Deal With Alpha Imaging

Alpha Imaging serves 14 states in the Northeast, mid-Atlantic, and central U.S.

KA Imaging 07.30.21

3D/Additive Manufacturing | Software & IT

3D Systems Sells Simbionix to Surgical Sciences for $305M

Divestiture results from company’s singular focus on additive manufacturing.

3D Systems 07.29.21

Surgical

Baxter Buys CryoLife's PerClot Polysaccharide Hemostatic System

Marks Baxter’s entry into the attractive global hemostatic powder segment.

Baxter 07.29.21

Cynerio Raises $30 Million in Series B Funding

Money will be used to secure mission-critical medical and IoT devices in hospitals and health systems.

Cynerio 07.29.21

'Yo-Yo' Growth Seen for Global Respiratory Protective Equipment Market

High costs associated with supplied-air respirators could act as a bottleneck to the market expansion, however.

Globe Newswire 07.27.21

Patient Monitoring

FDA OKs LifeSignals' LX1550 Multiparameter Remote Monitoring Platform

Delivers continuous remote patient vital signs monitoring in both hospital and home.

PR Newswire 07.27.21

Packaging & Sterilization

Facility Falsified Sterilization Data—Mike on Medtech

Mike Drues and Sean Fenske discuss troubling concerns over a sterilization provider in Italy.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 07.27.21

Gary Baldwin Joins Xenter as CTO

Company also hires Scott Heuler as senior vice president of Global Sales and Marketing.

Business Wire 07.27.21

Materials

Disinfectant Resistance is Crucial in Medtech Material Selection

Understanding the kinds of materials that stand up to healthcare-grade disinfectants can help ensure device longevity.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 07.27.21

Tasso-M20 Device Earns CE Mark Certification

Device is being used across multiple virtual clinical trials to gather unprecedented amounts of pharmacokinetic data.

Business Wire 07.23.21

Materials

Electronics Integration Impacting Medtech Materials

Conductive materials are becoming a necessary part of medical devices as digital healthcare continues to evolve.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 07.23.21

3D/Additive Manufacturing | Molding

Metal Injection Molding and Metal 3D Printing Examination

Both MIM and metal AM serve as alternative options to machining for medtech manufacturers requiring metal components.

Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 07.22.21

Cutera Appoints Sheila Hopkins to its Board of Directors

Newest member was executive vice president and president, Global Vision Care, for Bausch + Lomb.

Business Wire 07.20.21

MDIC Partners With Booz Allen on Device Cybersecurity

Companies will identify best practices in cybersecurity benchmarking that can be replicated by manufacturers to ensure patient safety and security.

Business Wire 07.19.21

Outset Medical Joins Home Healthcare Initiative

Dialysis services provider will partner with Moving Health Home to increase access to home healthcare.

Business Wire 07.19.21

Digital Health

DataRobot Launches AI for Health Incubator

Company is accelerating critical healthcare research to help physicians and medical professionals better leverage AI.

Business Wire 07.14.21

VistaMed, OneProjects and Tyndall Receive €5.1 million to Improve Treatment of Cardiac Arrhythmias

Project aims to provide a catheter to deliver direct 3D, intraprocedural analysis of the success of cardiac ablation, in the treatment of atrial fibrillation.

VistaMed 07.14.21

Digital Health

Tilak Healthcare Launches U.S. Pilot for Medical Vision Monitoring App

The smartphone app is especially suited to monitor patients with chronic eye diseases associated with aging.

Business Wire 07.14.21

Diagnostics

Hologic Gains CE Mark for Saliva Samples with COVID-19 Test

Hologic has shipped over 100 million Aptima COVID-19 tests globally since spring 2020.

Business Wire 07.14.21

Substantial Growth Predicted for Global Ventilators Market

Aging population, increasing infectious disease rates to drive growth through 2026.

Market Study Report 07.13.21

Fluid Management System Market to be Worth $23.2 Billion By 2028

North America dominated the global market for fluid management system in 2020 and will continue that dominance over the next seven years.

Polaris Market Research 07.13.21

Avanos Medical Fined $22M for MicroCool Surgical Gown Misbranding

Gowns were falsely labeled as providing the highest level of protection against fluid and virus penetration.

U.S. Department of Justice 07.12.21

Digital Health

Heartbeat Health Raises $20 Million Series B Funding

Money will be used to expand virtual heart care.

Business Wire 07.12.21

Xenter Appoints Four Healthcare Industry Leaders to its Board

Company also closes a $12 million Series A stock offering.

Business Wire 07.12.21

3D/Additive Manufacturing

Desktop Health Adds PhonoGraft Platform to Its Technology Platform

Will support the body’s functional and morphological regeneration of the tympanic membrane.

Desktop Health 07.09.21

Contraline Expands Board of Directors

Medical device industry veteran Martin J. Emerson has joined the company's board.

Business Wire 07.09.21

Digital Health

ClearDATA, BioIntelliSense Collaborate to Enhance RPM Security and Compliance

Compliant transmission of medical grade data from the home enables providers to safely monitor patients and meet demand for scalable remote care.

Business Wire 07.09.21

Cardiovascular | Patient Monitoring

FDA OKs QTc Interval Measurement for AliveCor's Personal ECG

Long QTc interval is a potentially life-threatening side effect of certain medications.

PR Newswire 07.09.21

Diagnostics

Lumos Diagnostics Appoints Three Industry Leaders as Independent Directors

Trio brings strong knowledge of equity markets and broad corporate governance expertise to the firm.

Business Wire 07.09.21

Neurological

Royal Philips Enters Strategic Partnership with NICO.LAB

Advances its commitment to improving outcomes for people who suffer a stroke.

Philips 07.08.21

Cardiovascular

Enrollment Underway in Philips' WE-TRUST Stroke Study

Will assess impact of the Direct to Angio Suite workflow in improving patient outcomes.

Philips 07.07.21

Contract Manufacturing

MPE Inc. Expands Into EMEA Market

Company has hired a director of International Markets to help lead the expansion.

PR Newswire 07.06.21

R&D & Design

Medical Device Development: Three Tips for Success

Analyzing the design phase of the medical device development process.

Shrinidh Joshi, medtech consultant on Kolabtree 07.01.21

Diagnostics

Global POC Diagnostic, Testing Market to Top $34B by 2027

The advent of advanced technologies, a growing geriatric population, and the rising prevalence of infectious as well as chronic diseases will help drive growth.

Globe Newswire 07.01.21

Solid Growth Anticipated for Global Sleep Apnea Diagnostics Market

Sector is expected to swell nearly 7 percent annually through 2027.

Globe Newswire 07.01.21

Diagnostics

How an MDQMS Can Lead to More Efficient and Sustainable Diagnostic Tests

Leveraging technology to improve speed to market without sacrificing quality.

Brandon Henning, VP of Product at Greenlight Guru 07.01.21

Surgical

The Future of AI and OR Medical Devices

Bringing artificial intelligence to the operating room.

Michael Hutton, Upper GI Specialist at Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust 06.30.21

Diagnostics

PixCell's Rapid Blood Test Diagnostics

MPO's Sean Fenske speaks with Hanan Ben-Asher of PixCell Medical about the opportunities enabled with rapid blood diagnostics.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 06.29.21

Diagnostics

Abbott's Panbio Rapid COVID-19 Antigen Self-Test Earns EU Approval

Approved for sale directly to consumers and for use in adults and children with or without symptoms.

Abbott Laboratories 06.28.21

Wellesley College President Joins Abiomed Board of Directors

Paula A. Johnson, M.D., also was a professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School.

Business Wire 06.28.21

COVID-19 Sample Collection Kits Market to Reach $16.56B by 2028

Most lucrative growth to occur in Asia Pacific region.

Polaris Market Research 06.28.21

Cardiovascular | Surgical

Expanded FDA Approval for Medtronic's Arctic Front Cryoablation Catheter

For initial use for recurrent symptomatic paroxysmal atrial fibrillation.

PR Newswire 06.25.21

AdvaMed Encourages Biden to Prioritize Medical Supplies Transport

Hoping to see supply chain bottlenecks alleviated before Fall due to flu season and uncertainty around COVID variants.

AdvaMed 06.23.21

Digital Health

Pear Therapeutics to Become Public Company

Seeks to expand its leadership position in prescription digital therapeutics.

Pear Therapeutics 06.23.21

MedTech Innovator Selects 20 Firms for Asia Pacific Accelerator

Finalist companies comprised of promising entrepreneurs from the Asia Pacific Region.

Business Wire 06.22.21

Summit Partners Invests in Veranex

Investment will form a concept-to-commercialization medtech services company.

Veranex 06.21.21

Digital Health

LifeConnect Partners With Movement Interactive and AffirmXH

The partnership will now expand the Hiji Band’s potential into healthcare, providing new data sources from patients in their real environments.

LifeConnect 06.18.21

Surgical

RSIP Vision Offers Real-Time Surgical Workflow Recognition for Robotic Surgery

The module automatically tracks and identifies surgical steps during procedures, providing the basis for intraoperative clinical decision support systems.

RSIP Vision 06.17.21

Spectrum Plastics Group Buys KCS Plastics Ltd.

Acquisition brings blown films capacity and new capabilities to the firm.

Spectrum Plastics Group 06.15.21

Surgical

Aspen Surgical Buys Stork Labor and Delivery Products

Provides a platform for growth in obstetrics and gynecology.

Business Wire 06.14.21

Validant Acquires Greenleaf Health

Greenleaf Chief Executive Patrick Ronan named new CEO of Validant.

Business Wire 06.14.21

Aptar CSP Technologies Earns ISO 13485 Certification

Recognition comes as the company prepares to commercialize a new medical device using its proprietary 3-Phase Activ-Polymer platform technology.

Aptar CSP Technologies 06.14.21

Probo Medical Acquires SonoDepot

Deal extends Probo as a coast-to-coast third-party service provider.

Business Wire 06.11.21

Patient Monitoring

Nuvo's Remote Uterine Monitoring Earns FDA Nod

Expands clinical utility of INVU by Nuvo platform.

PR Newswire 06.10.21

Getinge’s Torin AI Solution Improves Hospital Efficiency

Designed to improve efficiency in managing schedules for surgical procedures and comes in the wake of a new Getinge survey.

Getinge 06.10.21

Patient Monitoring

Xandar Kardian’s Health Monitoring Radar Gains Clearance

This radar people-counting solution enables continuous and completely autonomous vital sign readings in real-time

Xandar Kardian 06.10.21

Oak Hill Capital Buys Majority Stake in Technimark

Acquisition gives Oak Hill a controlling stake in the firm, forming a partnership with the current investors.

PR Newswire 06.08.21

Molding

MTD Micro Molding Marks Facility Expansion Opening

Ceremony included unveiling of plaque to honor late president.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 06.07.21

Neurological

FDA Approves Medtronic's SenSight Directional Lead System for DBS

Directional lead system enables precision, personalization, and enhanced patient comfort.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 06.07.21

Private Equity Group to Buy Medline for Over $30B

Medline will remain a privately held, family-led company.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 06.07.21

Global Diabetes Care Devices Market to Garner $39.4B by 2027

The increasing geriatric population is forecast to drive market growth over the next six years.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 06.07.21

Katena Products Acquires ASICO LLC

ASICO supplies ophthalmic surgical instruments to healthcare providers.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 06.07.21

Bodyport Names Amit Rushi as Chief Commercial Officer

Phyllis Whiteley, Ph.D., is appointed board chairman.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 06.04.21

CeQur Raises $115 Million Series C5 Financing

Money will support the commercialization and scale-up of automated manufacturing for the firm's Simplicity wearable insulin delivery device.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 06.04.21

Cardiovascular | Software & IT

GE Healthcare, ACC Team Up to Advance AI in Cardiac Care

Collaboration will start tackling overwhelming challenges related to AFib management.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 06.03.21

Cardiovascular | Patient Monitoring

AliveCor Buys CardioLabs, an Independent Dx Testing Firm

Sets stage for launch of advanced ambulatory monitoring services.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 06.03.21

Chronic Disease

Medtronic Receives CE Marks for InPen and Guardian 4 Sensor

New portfolio of diabetes products will launch in Europe later this year.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 06.02.21

Patient Monitoring

BioBeat Rolls Out Wearable Continuous Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring Device

New clinical data supports use of Biobeat ABPM cuffless-monitor as reliable and accurate solution for out-of-clinic blood pressure monitoring.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 06.02.21

Will Recent Changes in CMS Rules Sink Us?

As of Jan. 1, CMS started cutting its list of inpatient-only services.

Dawn A. Lissy, Founder & President, Empirical 06.02.21

Chronic Disease | Digital Health

Baxter Launches Sharesource Analytics 1.0 for Dialysis

Digital health module to enhance clinical management of home dialysis patients.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 06.02.21

Chronic Disease

Ibex Medical Analytics Earns CE Mark for Galen Breast Solution

Demonstrates very high accuracy in detecting multiple types of breast cancer in a blinded study.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 06.01.21

Flambeau Inc. Invests in Operations

Adds new presses at three of its North American plants.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 05.27.21

Digital Health

Philips, Ibex Medical Analytics Partner to Accelerate Adoption of AI-Powered Digital Pathology

Combination of Philips’ digital pathology solutions and Ibex’s AI-powered Galen platform has improved reporting efficiency by 27 percent.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.27.21

Digital Health

Philips, UCSF Team Up to Enhance Digital Patient Experience

UCSF will use Philips HealthSuite to oversee development of new technologies.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 05.27.21

amg International Receives CE Mark for Unity-B Biodegradable Stent

Compliments Archimedes, amg’s CE approved pancreaticobiliary biodegradable implant.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 05.26.21

SWM International Completes Acquisition of Scapa Group Plc

Scapa Expands SWM’s Capabilities and Enhances Long-Term Growth Profile

Scapa Healthcare Boosts Manufacturing Capabilities at its Hydrocolloid Technology Center

In Orangeburg, New York

Quidel Granted EUA to Market COVID-19 Antigen Test

Assay provides results in 15 minutes and s now available without a prescription.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.17.21

Neuronetics Appoints Robert Cascella to its Board of Directors

Former Hologic CEO brings more than three decades of leadership experience within the healthcare sector.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.17.21

Contract Manufacturing

A Contract Manufacturer Selection Handbook

This article will offer considerations and best practices for selecting the right partner for your medical device development project.

Ashley Turrell, Director of Strategy, Natech Plastics 05.13.21

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

Double-Digit Growth Expected for South Korean Coronary Stents Market

Increase to be driven by improved outcomes of stenting procedures and lower prices.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.12.21

Contract Manufacturing

Leveraging Your Outsourcing Relationship for Success—A Medtech Makers Q&A

A contract manufacturer should complement the OEM in every step of the product development process, from concept to commercialization.

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

Patient Monitoring

Medtronic Rolls Out SonarMed Pediatric Monitor

Alerts clinicians to potential airway obstructions during ventilation.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 05.10.21

Neurological

Theranica’s Therapeutic Wearable Wins Award

Nerivio was named as the ‘Best New Technology Solution for Pain Management.’

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 05.07.21

Lumendi Introduces its EZ Glide Hydrophilic Coating

The coating is activated by water or saline and improves endoscopic performance of the DiLumen EIP.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.07.21

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

Chronic Disease | Diagnostics

GE Healthcare Buys Zionexa, a Breast Cancer Dx Startup

Acquired molecular imaging agent aims for more targeted metastatic breast cancer treatment.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 05.06.21

Chronic Disease | Digital Health

Glooko, Eli Lilly Begin Connected Insulin Pen Collaboration

Will integrate Lilly's Tempo Pen and Tempo Smart Button with Glooko's platform.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 05.06.21

QIAGEN Granted EUA for its 4-Plex COVID-19 Test

The assay can detect and differentiate influenzas A and B, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and COVID-19 infections within 80 minutes.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.06.21

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

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

Stephanie Fehr Appointed to Invacare Corporation's Board

New addition currently works for UnitedHealthcare and spent nearly two decades at Apple Computer Inc.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.05.21

Patient Monitoring

Biobeat Receives CE Mark for AI-Powered Remote Patient Monitoring Platform

Provides continuous vital sign measurement and patient deterioration identification capabilities in hospital and home settings.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 05.04.21

Surgical

CooperCompanies Buys obp Medical for $60M

Builds on CooperSurgical‘s strong family of OB/GYN medical devices.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 05.04.21

Surgical

FDA Clears XPERIENCE No Rinse Antimicrobial Solution

The solution defends against germs for hours and can used in virtually every open surgery case.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.04.21

Digital Health

How Can a Device End User Aid in Cybersecurity?

MPO's Sean Fenske gets tips from Alan Grau of Sectigo about how a medical device end user, whether physician or patient, can help ensure the unit is secure.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief

Five Tips to Protect IP While Working with a Freelancer

Freelancers provide various benefits, but you need to be able to know how to ensure you have a degree of trust with them.

Ramya Sriram, Digital Content Manager, Kolabtree 04.29.21

Materials

The Plastics Problem—Infection Control vs. Medical Equipment

Due to harsh chemicals, medical device manufacturers need a solution to the problems caused by regular cleaning of healthcare equipment.

Ryan Hoobler, VP of Engineering, Code Corporation 04.29.21

Electronics

EMS Providers Play Key Role in Product Development Amid Pandemic

EMS firms acting as 'a central point' to ensure 'all the pieces come together.'

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.27.21

LG Expands Diagnostic Medical Monitor Line

Unveils new 12-megapixel multimodality display.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.23.21

Digital Health

What Could Medical Device Hacking’s Future Look Like?

MPO's Sean Fenske and Alan Grau of Sectigo discuss potential hacking strategies for future instances of gaining access to medical technology.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief

Electronics

OEMs Increasingly Choosing EMS Providers Closer to Home

Firstronic CEO notices preference among major device firms to reshore electronics manufacturing.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.23.21

Getinge Receives FDA Clearance for Multiple Products

Expands its Servo ventilator platform with new functionalities and options.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.22.21

Patient Monitoring

Cipher Skin's Biomechanics Measuring Mesh

MPO's Sean Fenske speaks with Dr. Shaka Bahadu of Cipher Skin about his measurement mesh and the healthcare applications for it.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 04.22.21

Neurological

Medtronic Receives FDA Approval for Pipeline Flex Embolization Device with Shield Technology

First patient receives new shield surface modification at NYU Langone Health.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.21.21

Gynesonics Appoints Susan Stimson to Its Board of Directors

Executive with extensive commercialization experience to provide key insights on global launch strategies.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.20.21

Cardiovascular

Riva Health Raises $15.5 Million for Breakthrough Mobile Cardiology Technology

Menlo Ventures, UCHealth invest to bring comprehensive hypertension measurement and management to the phone.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.20.21

Electronics

EMS' Engineering Resources Increasingly in Demand

Unpredictable demand, the need to reduce costs, and shorter production lead times driving companies to seek earlier interaction with product engineers.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.20.21

Cardiovascular

FDA OKs Canon Medical's One-Beat Spectral Cardiac CT

Aquilion ONE / PRISM Edition now offers AI-powered spectral capabilities for cardiac exams.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 04.19.21

NeuroLogica Debuts Next-Generation SmartMSU with OmniTom Elite

Mobile Stroke Unit includes new CT scanner and features that help EMTs improve patient care.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.19.21

Seed Grants Awarded to Five Proposals for Pediatric Medical Device Development

Projects address infant feeding development, neonatal jaundice, pediatric dysphagia, unplanned extubations, and adrenal crisis.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.19.21

Digital Health

Real-World Medical Device Hacking Tales

MPO's Sean Fenske gains some insights from Alan Grau of Sectigo on examples of real-world healthcare device hacking incidents and the details involved.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief

Iterative Scopes Announces IBD-Focused Scientific Advisory Board

The governing body also will include experts in artificial intelligence.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.16.21

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

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

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

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

Nagarro Achieves ISO 13485 Certification

Company's iife sciences and healthcare business unit offers new opportunities in digital disruption and connected medical devices.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.14.21

Glooko Raises $30 Million in Series D Funding

Investment follows most successful year in company history.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.13.21

Digital Health

Thinklabs' Digital Stethoscope for Digital Health

MPO's Sean Fenske speaks with Clive Smith of Thinklabs about his digital stethoscope and how it was used during the pandemic.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 04.13.21

CMS Establishes New Payment for Pelvalon’s Eclipse System

Enables women access to a life-changing therapy for loss of bowel control.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 04.09.21

Cardiovascular

Digging into the Cardiac Arrhythmia Monitoring Device Market

The overall market is set to reach an annual valuation of $9 billion by 2026.

Saloni Walimbe, Research Content Developer, Global Market Insights 04.08.21

Digital Health

Cloud and AI Accelerating Global Medical Imaging Informatics Market

Modern informatics solutions will drive revenue in developed markets, according to Frost & Sullivan.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.07.21

FreeMind Group Explains Non-Dilutive Funding

MPO's Sean Fenske speaks with Guy Har-Chen of FreeMind Group about non-dilutive funding and the future of digital health.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 04.06.21

Philips Survey Reveals COVID-19’s Negative Impact on Sleep Quality, CPAP Use

Seventy percent of people surveyed have experienced one or more new sleep challenges since the start of the pandemic, data show.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.05.21

Chronic Disease | Digital Health | Patient Monitoring

Welldoc, Dexcom Expand Strategic Partnership for Diabetes Management

Companies to integrate CGM, lifestyle management platforms to offer integrated type 2 diabetes solution.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 04.05.21

Packaging & Sterilization

BD to Invest $65M in Tucson, Arizona Supply Chain Hub

Operations for the final-stage manufacturing and sterilization facility are planned to begin in mid-2022.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 04.01.21

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular Device Market Expands to Tackle Higher Disease Burden

The market is likely to exceed a valuation of $10 billion by 2027.

Vinisha Joshi, Research Content Developer, Global Market Insights 04.01.21

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

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

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

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

ForSight Robotics Raises $10 Million in Seed Round

Company's platform aims to automate the complex subtleties of ophthalmic surgery with an intuitive, patient-centric system.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.01.21

Digital Health

Hackers and Home Healthcare Equipment Concerns

MPO's Sean Fenske continues a discussion with Alan Grau of Sectigo about home and mobile healthcare devices and the threat of hackers.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief

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

Philips Debuts AI-Enabled CT Workflow Solution

Precise Suite on the Incisive CT platform aims to help drive diagnostic confidence and improve the patient and staff experience.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.31.21

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

Solid Growth Forecast for Australian Implantable Ports Market

Market is partially driven by the increasing prevalence of cancer and availability of advanced treatment options.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.30.21

Jabil Healthcare, E3D Collaborate on Drug Delivery Device Tech

Agreement provides Jabil with exclusive license to develop drug delivery device product platform based on E3D mechanical multi-use auto-injector technology.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.30.21

Digital Health

NuroKor Teams Up With Medi-Launch Partners to Develop Wearable Pain Tech

U.K. bioelectronics company sets its sights on the U.S. market following a series of new investors, new product developments and a 156 percent sales surge.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.26.21

Digital Health

Home Healthcare and Cybersecurity

MPO's Sean Fenske speaks with Alan Grau of Sectigo about the concerns of cybersecurity for home healthcare equipment and devices.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief

Diagnostics

FDA OKs GE Healthcare's New 3D Surgical Imaging System

OEC 3D brings precise 3D and 2D imaging to surgical suites, improving efficiency.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.25.21

CareSignal Expands its Deviceless Remote Patient Monitoring System

Deloitte collaboration supports healthcare organizations offering virtual patient care.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.25.21

Masimo's Rad-G With Temperature Earns CE Mark

Rad-G can be converted from a handheld spot-check device into a continuous monitoring device, in the absence of other multi-parameter monitors.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.24.21

J&J Executive, CNN On-Air Commentator Appointed to Glaukos Board

With latest additions, the governing body now consists of nine directors.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.24.21

Software & IT

5 Ways Manufacturers Can Improve IoMT Device Security

Manufacturers cannot make development and security mistakes with IoMT devices.

Emily Newton, Editor-in-Chief, Revolutionized 03.23.21

Diagnostics

FDA Authorizes Machine Learning-Based COVID-19 Biomarker Screening Device

Identifies biomarkers that may be indicative of SARS-CoV-2 infection as well as other hypercoagulable conditions.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.23.21

U.K. Medical Pendant Market to Top $25.5 Million by End of 2027

The increasing incidence of healthcare-associated infections is a major factor fueling the market's growth.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.22.21

J. Knipper and Company Appoints Chief Financial Officer

New hire has 30 years of diverse experience in accounting, financial management, M&A, and operations.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.22.21

Probo Medical Acquires IMAX Medical

Deal enables IMAX Medical to offer a deeper solution set to suppliers and customers.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.19.21

Chronic Disease

FDA Approves Boston Scientific's TheraSphere Y-90 Glass Microspheres

The only radioembolization treatment approved for U.S. patients with hepatocellular carcinoma.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.18.21

Olympic Bobsledder Named New Board Chairman at PathogenX

World Cup medalist has spent half his sales and management career in the medical device and healthcare technology sector.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.18.21

Medtech's Cross Border Venture Financing Deals Top $1B in Q4 2020

The United States led deal activity during the three-month period.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.18.21

Diagnostics

GE Healthcare Reveals Vscan Air Wireless, Handheld Ultrasound

Touts dual-probe whole-body scanning capabilities.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.17.21

Detecting COVID-19 With a Skin Sticker

University of Missouri engineer receives grant to plan for large-scale manufacturing of an on-skin, wearable bioelectronic device.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.17.21

Hearing Implant Market Value to Expand by $600M This Decade

Sector will be driven by an increasing prevalence of hearing loss among the world's aging populations.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.17.21

Testing

NAMSA Appoints New CEO, Board Chairman

Dr. Christophe Berthoux will begin leading the company March 22; former AdvaMed Chairman Nadim Yared to become NAMSA Chairman.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.15.21

Digital Health

Top Five Healthcare Trends and Predictions for 2021

The prominence of telehealth solutions during the pandemic will reshape a number of aspects of our healthcare system.

Varsha Rao, CEO, Nurx 03.12.21

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

Testing

Sotera Health Acquires BioScience Laboratories

Strengthens Sotera Health’s antimicrobial and antiviral lab testing capabilities.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.11.21

Medical Device Cross Border Deal Activity in U.S. Rises in Q4 2020

Venture financing was the industry's leading deal category.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.11.21

TransEnterix Establishes European Training Center

Netherlands site will provide basic and advanced training on the Senhance Surgical System.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.11.21

Digital Health | Software & IT

3M Bags Contract from Michigan Medicine for AI-Powered Clinician, Revenue Cycle Tech

Solutions aim to help Michigan Medicine reduce physician stress, bolster thorough clinical documentation.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.10.21

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

First Human Trial Begins for Contactless Hemodialysis Imaging Surveillance System

Trial to provide initial experiences in fistula surveillance for early detection and prediction of fistula stenosis.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.09.21

Digital Health

Market for Virtual Critical Care Solutions to Nearly Double

With critical care becoming increasingly data intensive, companies will need to collaborate with cloud solutions providers.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.09.21

Cross Border Venture Financing Rose in Final Quarter of 2020

Deal activity also increased.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.08.21

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

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

NAMSA Acquires American Preclinical Services

Enhances its preclinical solutions with a broader range of laboratory models and analysis tools.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.02.21

Diagnostics

Quidel's QuickVue At-Home COVID-19 Test Earns EUA

Easy-to-use at-home test provides results in ten minutes with a doctor’s prescription.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.02.21

Surgical

Memic Receives FDA Marketing Authorization for Hominis

Its robot-assisted surgical platform is now available for use in transvaginal gynecologic procedures including benign hysterectomy.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 03.02.21

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

Digital Health

Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Adoption in Healthcare to Grow Considerably

The FDA’s five-part action plan is expected to drive the surge.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.26.21

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

Digital Health

Terumo to Purchase Predictive Analytics Firm Health Outcomes Sciences

Will enable personalized, predictive insights at the point of care.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 02.24.21

Millstone Medical Outsourcing Reaches 600-Employee Milestone

Posts year-over-year growth of 16% in its 20th year of business.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 02.23.21

Masimo Releases softFlow High-Flow Nasal Cannula Therapy in U.S.

Provides respiratory support for patients with COVID-19 and other respiratory conditions.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 02.23.21

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

South Korean HIV Testing to Reach Peak Market Value This Year

The sector's worth declined in 2020 due to COVID-19's impact in the country.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.19.21

Flywheel Secures $15 Million in Series B Funding

The funding will allow the company to deepen its presence in the life sciences and AI markets.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.19.21

FDA Clears B-Secur's HeartKey EKG/ECG Technology

The product's algorithms can be quickly integrated in semiconductors for devices in the medtech, health monitoring, and wellness sectors.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.19.21

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Flosonics Medical Closes $14 Million Financing Round

Company also expands its Board of Directors.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.12.21

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

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

FDA Clears Rapid Acoustic Pulse Technology for Use in Cellulite

The RAP device induces mechanical disruption in fibrous structures, such as the septae contributing to dimples in cellulite.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.10.21

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

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

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

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

Diagnostics

Rapid Medical Diagnostic Kits Market Size Worth $23.04 Billion By 2027

A desire to provide rapid disease treatments is driving the market's growth.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.09.21

Cardiovascular

Optimize EP Is Optimizing Remote Electrophysiology Monitoring

MPO's Sean Fenske speaks with Dr. Maninder Bedi and Ravi Kartan of Optimize EP about the level of efficiency their technology offers.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 02.09.21

Cardiovascular

FDA Clears Wearable Electrocardiogram Sensor

The product offers extended ambulatory ECG recording up to three weeks.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.08.21

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

Digital Health | Patient Monitoring | Software & IT

FDA OKs CLEW's AI-Based ICU Predictive Analytics Tech

CLEWICU predicts hemodynamic instability in adult patients.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 02.04.21

Digital Health | Patient Monitoring

Philips Inks Connected Care Solutions Deal with 28-Hospital Dutch SAZ Group

Different SAZ hospitals will start with Philips solutions for patient monitoring and self-management.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 02.04.21

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

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

Cardiovascular | Surgical

Edwards Releases 5-Year RESILIA Tissue Aortic Valve Study Data

There were no incidences of structural valve deterioration at the five-year mark.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 02.01.21

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

Nonin Medical Adds Four New Board Members

Healthcare industry leaders to support the company's next phase of growth.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 01.29.21

Olympus Agrees to Acquire Quest Photonic Devices

Bolsters its surgical endoscopy capabilities with new imaging systems.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 01.28.21

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

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

At-Home COVID-19 Test Kits Boosts Disease Monitoring Capabilities

Public health officials need to stress the importance of mass testing and contact tracing even with several vaccines approved.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 01.25.21

QT Imaging Signs Distribution Agreement With Freedom Ventures for Breast Scanner

Transmission ultrasound breast imaging now to become available in EMEA markets.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 01.25.21

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

Data Show Porex's Medical Device Filtration Materials Protect Against Virus, Bacteria Spread

Company initiates VFE testing for its porous polymer-based materials; results show components protect against certain aerosolized viruses.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 01.22.21

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

Neurent Medical Closes $25 Million Series B Financing

Supports the expansion of the company’s clinical and commercial operations.

Charles Sternberg, Assistant Editor 01.21.21

Diagnostics

FDA OKs Canon Medical's AI-Powered, 90cm Bore CT

Company claims the Aquilion Exceed LB CT offers the industry's largest bore opening.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 01.21.21

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

CHF Solutions Appoints CEO

Nestor Jaramillo Jr succeeds John Erb.

Globe Newswire 01.19.21

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

Materials

Momentive Performance Materials Acquires KCC Corp.’s Silicones Business

Further strengthens its global capabilities in advanced silicones.

PRNewswire 01.11.21

Patient Monitoring

CES News: Philips Highlights Healthcare at Home

Participates in the first-ever all-digital CES 2021.

Royal Philips 01.11.21

Diagnostics

Olympus and Hitachi Sign Five-Year Contract

Will jointly develop Endoscopic Ultrasound Systems.

Olympus Corporation 01.11.21

Diagnostics

ForaCare Suisse AG Launches COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test

Provides fast, accurate, and easy-to-interpret test results.

PRNewswire 01.11.21

MGS Acquires Formteknik

Expands the MGS team to 1,500 employees, with 11 facilities globally.

MGS 01.08.21

Sera Prognostics Partners with Anthem and HealthCore

Aims to improve outcomes for preterm babies.

Globe Newswire 01.08.21

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

Solvay Partners With PrinterPrezz on 3D Printing for Medical Devices

Companies are collaborating on 3D printing selective laser sintering (SLS) solutions for implants and other medical devices.

Solvay 01.08.21

Diagnostics

Quantitative Transmission Ultrasound Outperforms Mammography

QT Imaging completes first-in-human study of transmission ultrasound as a new imaging technology for breast health screening.

PRNewswire 01.07.21

Neurological

BioSerenity Achieves FDA Clearance for Wearable Device System

Neuronaute EEG System and IceCap bring comprehensive remote electroencephalography monitoring services to people living with neurological disorders.

PRNewswire 01.07.21

VivaLNK Expands its Medical Data Platform

The platform boasts more than 90 healthcare solution partners across 22 countries amid an increase in remote patient monitoring adoption.

VivaLNK 01.07.21

Electronics

Hermetic Solutions Acquires Cristek Interconnects

Complements Hermetic Solutions’ engineered component and microelectronic packaging solutions.

Hermetic Solutions Group 01.06.21

Diagnostics

EKF Introduces Accurate Quantitative COVID-19 Antibody Test Kit

The test kit is one of first to detect both the presence and precise levels of COVID-19 neutralizing antibodies.

EKF Diagnostics 01.05.21

Medtech Veteran Joins VivaLNK Board

Experienced healthcare industry professional to advise VivaLNK’s executive team and assist in its growth in digital health.

VivaLNK 01.05.21

Diagnostics

Mologic COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test Receives CE Mark Approval

Preliminary results show 92% sensitivity and 100% specificity, compared with RT-PCR.

Mologic Ltd 01.05.21

Cardiovascular

Edwards Treats First Patient in Restore Clinical Trial

Evaluates minimally invasive device for mitral valve disease.

Edwards Lifesciences Corp. 12.21.20

Philips Buys BioTelemetry for $2.8 Billion

With 2019 sales of $439 million, BioTelemetry annually monitors over 1 million cardiac patients remotely.

Royal Philips 12.18.20

Diagnostics

FDA Authorizes Abbott's Rapid, $25 COVID-19 Test for At-Home Use

Telehealth service will take users step-by-step through the sample collection process.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration 12.17.20

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

Medtronic’s Mike Coyle to Lead iRhythm

Current president and CEO Kevin King to retire; change effective January 12, 2021.

iRhythm Technologies Inc. 12.16.20

CorVent, Siemens Healthineers Ink RESPOND-19 Ventilator Distribution Deal

U.S. agreement expands Siemens Healthineers respiratory care portfolio to include critical care ventilators.

PR Newswire 12.16.20

New CEO Named at Alpha Source Group

Company expands customized service solutions to focus on OEM partnerships.

Alpha Source Group 12.15.20

Diagnostics

FDA, EU Nods for POC Testing on Siemens Healthineers' epoc NXS Host Mobile Computer

Provides critical test results at the point of care in less than a minute.

Siemens Healthineers 12.15.20

Surgical

Olympus Adds 3D, IR, Novel Light Tech to MIS Imaging Platform

Expanded VISERA ELITE II surgical imaging capabilities may help reduce costs, improve efficiency.

Olympus

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

Cardiovascular

Abbott Launches OCT Virtual Reality Training for Cardiologists

VR training improved cath lab staff learning engagement by 45 percent, knowledge retention by 72 percent.

Abbott Laboratories 12.09.20

Home Oxygen Therapy to Drive Oxygen Concentrators Market Growth in India

Last year, portable oxygen concentrators accounted for more than 60 percent of the country's oxygen concentrators market.

GlobalData 12.09.20

Materials

DURECT to Sell LACTEL Absorbable Polymer to Evonik for $15M

Expands Evonik's position as a global CDMO for drug delivery solutions.

PR Newswire 12.08.20

Diagnostics

Combo COVID-19, Flu Home Test Gains EUA

FDA authorizes first COVID-19 and flu combination test for use with home-collected samples.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration 12.08.20

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

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

Chronic Disease

New Research Sheds Light on Potential Glaucoma Treatment

Hydrogels could provide an alternative to drugs or surgery.

Georgia Institute of Technology 12.07.20

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

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

3D Systems, Veterans Health Administration Collaborate to Improve Patient Care

Additive manufacturing solutions at the point of care aim to foster innovation and enhance patient care.

3D Systems 12.03.20

Patient-Level Data Confirm Safety Profile of Stellarex Low-Dose, Drug-Coated Balloon

No difference in mortality between patients treated with Philips' Stellarex drug-coated balloon and those treated with percutaneous angioplasty.

Royal Philips 12.03.20

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

Cybersecurity Remains a Critical Consideration for Healthcare Industry

The number of attacks are rising, along with the associated costs.

GlobalData 12.03.20

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

TRIMEDX Acquires Centurion Service Group

Expands TRIMEDX’s comprehensive clinical asset management solution.

TRIMEDX 12.02.20

Spectrum Plastics Group Acquires PeelMaster Medical Packaging Corporation

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RSNA News: Royal Philips Introduces Patient Management System

Offers personalized care to patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Royal Philips 11.30.20

Diagnostics

RSNA News: RADLogics’ AI-Powered COVID-19 Medical Imaging Solutions

The company’s latest algorithm enhancements to help radiologists distinguish between coronavirus and other abnormalities.

RADLogics 11.30.20

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

Highly Flexible UV Curable Adhesive Meets ISO 10993-5 Standard for Cytotoxicity

Product: UV15X-6Med-2LV

Six Percent Growth Predicted for APAC Neurovascular Thrombectomy Devices Market

Medtronic is the leading player in the region, according to market data.

GlobalData 11.24.20

Cardiovascular

VitalConnect Lanches VitalPatch RTM Cardiac Monitoring Solution

Monitors for 21 cardiac arrhythmias through a unique AI-based ECG analysis solution and captures data on four key vital signs.

Business Wire 11.23.20

Software & IT

GE Healthcare Launches X-ray AI for COVID-19 Patients' Endotracheal Tube Placement

A necessary and important step when ventilating critically ill COVID-19 patients.

Business Wire 11.23.20

Chronic Disease | Patient Monitoring

FDA OKs Baxter's Homechoice Claria with Sharesource

Sharesource is a two-way remote patient management platform for patients on peritoneal dialysis.

Business Wire 11.23.20

THE DETROIT FREE PRESS NAMES PTI Engineered Plastics

A WINNER OF THE DETROIT TOP WORKPLACES 2020 AWARD

Diagnostics

GE Healthcare Pioneers Photon Counting CT with Prismatic Sensors Buy

Gains Deep Silicon detector technology for photon counting computed tomography (PCCT).

Business Wire 11.20.20

Diagnostics

FDA OKs Hologic's Aptima HIV-1 Quant Dx Assay for HIV Diagnosis

First FDA-approved assay for both qualitative diagnosis and quantitative viral load monitoring.

Business Wire 11.20.20

New Study Validates the Efficacy of Ethicon’s LINXReflux Management System

LINX eliminated daily dependance on acid-reflux medications in 79% of GERD patients.

Ethicon 11.20.20

Molding

Miniaturization of Medical Devices Creating Big Assembly Challenges

Extremely tight tolerances leave no room for error.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 11.20.20

Graham Partners Acquires Teamvantage, CMD, Paradigme

Will provide operational resources to foster a strong growth trajectory for the companies.

Teamvantage 11.19.20

Pandemic Could Help Indonesia Strengthen Medical Device Sector

The country aims to produce 70 percent of its medical supplies domestically as it realizes the need for being self-reliant.

GlobalData 11.19.20

Diagnostics | Patient Monitoring

Digital Radiology Ushering Innovations in the Medical Imaging Market

Radiology is on the cusp of revolution following the soaring popularity of digital radiography.

Sunil Jha, Research Content Developer, Global Market Insights 11.17.20

FDA Agrees to Participate in MDIC's Collaborative Community Initiative

Effort is designed to help advance medical device quality and safety to achieve better patient outcomes.

Business Wire 11.17.20

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

Comar Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony in Vineland, NJ

Celebrates the start of a new manufacturing facility.

Comar 11.16.20

Three New Members Elected to Titan Medical's Board

Board now consists of a majority of independent corporate directors.

Business Wire 11.16.20

Vygon, Oncomfort Partner to Commercialize Virtual Reality Pain Relief Device

The collaboration will provide patients with a new personalized treatment option for medical interventions.

Vygon 11.16.20

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

Digital Health

Telehealth Patient Satisfaction Surges During Pandemic But Barriers to Access Remain

Study finds that 46 percent of patients chose telehealth services for safety reasons.

Business Wire 11.11.20

University Develops AI Algorithm to Analyze Chest X-Rays for COVID-19

Academic team created algorithm using 100,000 X-rays of patients who did not have COVID-19 and 18,000 X-rays of patients who did.

Globe Newswire 11.10.20

Patient Monitoring

Prevounce Health Launches Remote Patient Monitoring Module

The module combines digital spirometry, smart nebulizers, and pulse oximetry.

PR Newswire 11.10.20

Diagnostics

Smartphone-based Solutions Boost Infectious Disease POC Testing Market 70.2 Percent

Study reveals that digital POC platforms will enable diagnostic testing beyond the clinic, transforming how assay results are gathered and analyzed.

Frost & Sullivan 11.10.20

Patient Monitoring

Sony Updates NUCLeUS Imaging Platform

Adds new functionality and features for use in hospitals.

Sony 11.05.20

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

Report: Nearly Three-Quarters of mHealth Apps Vulnerable to Data Breach

Findings also conclude that a majority of mHealth apps contain multiple security issues with data storage.

Business Wire 11.05.20

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

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

The Lost Year: 2020 Year in Review

Lessons learned from the global coronavirus pandemic.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 11.04.20

Fixing Face Mask Form and Function

Masks for the general public are varied in both style and effectiveness.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 11.04.20

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

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

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

Congress Examines Additional COVID-19 Relief and Recent Regulatory Changes

The legislative year is nearly coming to a close as Washington survives yet another tumultuous election cycle.

Jeffrey J. Kimbell, Eric P. Juhl, JD and David C. Rudloff, Jeffrey J. Kimbell & Associates Inc. 11.04.20

Diagnostics

How COVID-19 is Reshaping the Diagnostics Testing Sector

The short-term impact on the diagnostics sector is readily apparent as the pandemic has fueled overwhelming demand for effective SARS-CoV-2 testing solutions.

Eric Williams, Managing Director, Capstone Headwaters 11.04.20

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

GLEAMER Raises 7.5 Million Euros to Develop AI Radiology Product Line

Company is seeking FDA clearance of its traumatic injury detection tool.

GLEAMER 11.03.20

Digital Health

How AI Is Improving Predictive Analytics in Healthcare

Predictive analytics and artificial intelligence can enable a more efficient pathway to a better treatment protocol.

Thomas Lanigan, Technical Writer 10.30.20

One Part Fast Curing Epoxy for Bonding and Small Encapsulation Applications

Product: EP4EN-80

Diagnostics

FDA OKs Cognita Labs' PulmoScan Home-Usable Lung Assessment device

The first-of-its-kind lung assessment device measures airway resistance and elastance.

PR Newswire 10.28.20

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

Antigen Testing is Crucial in Fight Against COVID-19 in India

Antigen testing can be easily done on the spot in doctor’s clinics, day care centers, hospitals, home care settings, and industries.

GlobalData 10.23.20

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

Supply Chain Study Offers Insights on Medtech Recovery

Concerns remain about data accuracy, distribution, surge-related delays, and shortages.

Supplyframe 10.22.20

BD Makes Executive Leadership Appointments

Names Patrick Kaltenbach as executive vice president and chief technology officer.

BD 10.22.20

PENTAX Medical Launches J10 Series Endoscopic Ultrasound Gastroscopes in the U.S.

The gastroscopes provide a lightweight and ergonomic control body design to ensure stability and ease of intubation while reducing hand fatigue.

PR Newswire 10.22.20

First Patients Treated in Trial for Liver and Pancreas Sealant Patch

The patch is optimized to significantly reduce fluid leakage during the critical healing period after hepato-pancreato-biliary procedures.

B3C Newswire 10.22.20

Surgical

Level Ex Introduces Virtual Technique Guides

Allow sales representatives to train surgeons located anywhere in the world.

Level Ex

Global Ophthalmoscopes Market to Surpass $289.4 Million by 2027

Increasing product launches is expected to support growth of the market.

Coherent Market Insights 10.20.20

Cardiovascular | Patient Monitoring

3M Littmann Stethoscopes, Eko Initiate New Partnership

Will marry 3M Littmann stethoscope technology with advanced Eko digital innovations.

Business Wire 10.19.20

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

Diagnostics

DnaNudge, Jabil Healthcare Partner on COVID Test Kits

Key production arrangement will enable high-volume manufacture of CovidNudge testing cartridges on a global scale.

DnaNudge 10.16.20

Digital Health | Software & IT

GE Healthcare Introduces Edison HealthLink

New edge technology is designed to give clinicians rapid access to critical data.

PR Newswire 10.14.20

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

ArchiMed Acquires Majority Interest in NAMSA

Investment to accelerate NAMSA’s global growth and strategic vision.

Business Wire 10.14.20

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

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

Teleflex Medical OEM to Expand Georgia Facility

Aims to meet growing demand for its products.

Teleflex Medical OEM 10.09.20

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

Cardiovascular | Digital Health

Cleveland Clinic's Top 10 Medical Inventions for 2021

Cleveland Clinic professionals continue to predict device, technology, theme, and therapy advances.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 10.07.20

Omar Ishrak to Retire as Medtronic Chairman

CEO Geoff Martha will take on the Chairman role in December.

PR Newswire 10.07.20

Chronic Disease | Patient Monitoring

Dexcom, Eli Lilly Begin Program to Help Improve Diabetes Management

Companies will partner to promote Lyumjev, Lilly's new rapid-acting insulin, with Dexcom G6 CGM.

PR Newswire 10.07.20

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Executive Joins Cardiovascular Systems Board

New member is the third independent director to join the board.

Business Wire 10.07.20

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

Cardiovascular

Coverage Policy Changes for Ventricular Assist Devices to Impact Heart Failure Product Market

Proposed CMS changes will preserve patient access for all labeled VADs currently on the market.

GlobalData 10.06.20

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

Hyperfine Research Receives FDA Clearance for Swoop Portable MRI System

Technology defines new product category for accessible, cost-effective point-of-care magnetic resonance imaging.

Business Wire 10.05.20

Diagnostics

Beckman Coulter's Access IL-6 Test for COVID-19 Earns EUA

Access Interleukin-6 (IL-6) assay assists physicians in identifying severe inflammatory response in COVID-19 patients.

PR Newswire 10.02.20

TransEnterix Taps Former Profound Medical Executive for CFO Role

In addition to corporate leadership roles, the new CFO spent time as an investment banker and sell-side equity research analyst.

Business Wire 10.02.20

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

Diagnostics

SyntheticMR Collaborates with GE Healthcare

Integrates its quantitative MRI solution SyMRI into GE’s platform.

SyntheticMR 10.01.20

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.

AI and Healthcare’s Promising Future

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Maria Shepherd, President and Founder, Medi-Vantage 07.26.18

Diagnostics | Electronics | Materials | Patient Monitoring | Software & IT

Metamaterial Technologies Acquires Mediwise

Mediwise is a medical research and development company that develops wireless devices in medical diagnostics and monitoring.

PR Newswire 07.11.18

Buyer (and Seller) Beware: Rate-Setting Commissions and the Future of Healthcare Delivery

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Jeffrey J. Kimbell and Caroline P. Tucker, Jeffrey J. Kimbell & Associates Inc. 06.04.18

Cardiovascular | Digital Health | Neurological

The Human Cyborg, Circa 2033

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Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 06.04.18

Packaging & Sterilization

That’s a Wrap: Addressing Packaging and Sterilization Considerations

Multiple factors are impacting the closing, but critical, processes associated with the end of product manufacturing.

Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 06.04.18

C&K Acquires Vuillermoz

Vuillermoz provides precision components and customized tooling to the medical segment.

C&K 05.18.18

R&D & Design

Designing from Finish to Start

When developing products for a value-based environment, it can be helpful to consider the end result first.

Steve Maylish and Vicki Caiati 05.03.18

Packaging & Sterilization

Building a Better Package

A redesigned device package saved an OEM $10 million in material, production, and shipping costs.

Caroline Lee, Account Representative, Mintz & Hoke 04.11.18

Packaging & Sterilization

Discovering Packaging’s Hidden Value

Packaging design that exceeds its basic, but critical, goals can bring financial benefits to a company.

Jennifer Benolken and Nicholas Packet, DuPont Tyvek® Medical & Pharmaceutical Protection 04.03.18

Packaging & Sterilization

How Pre-Validated Packaging Complies with ISO Standards

An examination of considerations device manufacturers need to keep in mind when using pre-validated packaging.

Jeff Barrett, President and CEO, J-Pac Medical 03.20.18

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