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Surgical
Checking Up on Surgical Robotics
There’s been a great deal going on in the market over the past few months.Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 05.09.23
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Neurological
Building a Network: How Synchron Is Developing a New Device—and a New Market
Success relies as much on technology as it does building a network of key partners to grow this emerging field of medicine.Mike Monovoukas, CEO and Co-Founder, AcuityMD 05.09.23
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Six Lessons Learned on Developing a Strong Company Culture
Cultivating a strong company culture is beneficial to the bottom line and the personal and professional well-being of your team.John Shegda and Eric Wilhelm, KMM Group 05.09.23
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As Hiring Slows, Companies Look Inward to Fulfill Talent Needs
Companies are increasingly connecting the dots between embracing a career-long approach to talent management and organizational performance.Tania de Decker, Managing Director—Global Strategic Accounts, Randstad Enterprise Group 05.09.23
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Software & IT
Artificial Intelligence: Medtech Opportunity or Health Danger?
Is AI helping medtech manufacturers and developers achieve greater patient outcomes or is it more of a risk to human health?Florence Joffroy-Black and Dave Sheppard, MedWorld Advisors 05.09.23
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Software & IT
The FDA and Its New Cybersecurity Mandate
In 2022, there were two changes to medical device regulation that affect cybersecurity activities.Christopher Gates, Director of Product Security, Velentium 05.09.23
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Contract Manufacturing
Gaining a Competitive Edge Through a Unique Selling Proposition
Today’s consolidated medtech supply chain reflects the preferences of its largest customers.Tony Freeman, President, A.S. Freeman Advisors LLC 05.09.23
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R&D & Design
How to Use Your Technical Team to Determine Product-Market Fit
Are there approaches to product development that minimize the risk of failure while maximizing opportunity?Scott Phillips, Founder and CEO, StarFish Medical 05.09.23
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Patient Monitoring
Hospital CEOs Are in Search of New Strategies
How and when should medtech developers develop a remote monitoring component for their medical devices?Maria Shepherd, President and Founder, Medi-Vantage 05.09.23
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Coming Together: First Orthopedic Town Hall Packs the House
Difficult conversations with the goal of sharing information in support of the greater good—a model that would greatly benefit orthopedics.Dawn A. Lissy, President, Empirical 05.09.23
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Packaging & Sterilization
Timeline Mystery for Updated EtO Rules
Uncle Sam’s latest indolence is undoubtedly exasperating for the healthcare industry.Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.28.23
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An Update on Hospital Trends Post-Pandemic
Healthcare organizations across the country lost approximately $54 billion in net income over the course of 2021.Maria Shepherd, President and Founder, Medi-Vantage 03.28.23
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Don’t Fear the Audit: Benefits of Good Quality Practices
We all benefit from good quality practices, which are rooted in communication and proper perspective.Dawn A. Lissy, President, Empirical 03.28.23
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Understanding the FDA’s Standards & Conformity Assessment Program
A primary goal of the requirements is to help ensure patients have access to reliable, high-quality products that increase efficacy.Rod Mell, Executive Head, Medical Device Consulting, Regulatory Compliance Associates 03.28.23
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Medtech Divestitures Are Good for Medtech Innovation
In the long-run, the new organizations created will be more nimble, effective, and focused on innovations.Florence Joffroy-Black and Dave Sheppard, MedWorld Advisors 03.28.23
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Software & IT
A Deep Dive into Hashing for Cybersecurity
Hashes can be used to ensure the integrity of data, but not all hashes are cryptographic.Christopher Gates, Director of Product Security, Velentium 03.28.23
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Software & IT
An Integrated Approach to Quality and Document Management
Document management systems play a critical role in the life sciences industry.Zillery Fortner, Product Advisor, QA/RA Life Sciences, Sparta Systems, a Honeywell company 03.28.23
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The Pain Continues: Time for Controlled Paranoia About Rate Hikes
Inelastic demand can sometimes tilt due to excessive price increases and become a horse of a different color.Chris Oleksy, Founder and CEO, SCHAIN101 03.28.23
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Diagnostics
Early Detection of Acute Myocardial Infarction Using Microfluidics
Is it possible to use the technology to detect a heart attack or a stroke early on?Lorenzo Gutierrez, Ph.D., Microfluidic Manager, StarFish Medical 03.28.23
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Will a Wave of Medtech Spinoffs Hurt the Supply Base?
In the near-term, a flurry of these transactions will create further dislocation across the supply chain.Bryan Hughes, Managing Director, PMCF 03.28.23
