Editorial

Electronics

Pass the (Semiconductor) Chips Please

The semiconductor chip shortage was discussed at great length at The MedTech Conference 2022.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 11.08.22

A Look at MNVC's Orthopedic Device Technology Investor Event in Memphis

Thoughts about the 2022 MNVC (Musculoskeletal New Ventures Conference) in Memphis.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 10.03.22

A Supply-Chain-Centric Symposium

Medtech’s supply chain is, without question, a main focus for the MPO Summit.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 09.01.22

Digital Health

MPO's 2022 Top Medtech Company Reports: A Year of Recovery…for Most

Offering some of the key points that rang true across many of the 2022 MPO Top Company reports.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 07.19.22

Contract Manufacturing

Highlights from MD&M West 2022 (i.e., IME West)

The best part of attending live events is getting to learn about new technologies, capabilities, and innovations.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 06.01.22

Diagnostics

‘The Dropout’—Medtech’s Theranos Scandal on Television

The eight-episode series tells the life of Elizabeth Holmes and the rise and fall of her company Theranos.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 05.02.22

Diagnostics

Point-of-Care Diagnostics on Display at HIMSS 2022

HIMSS offered a fantastic look at how diagnostic capabilities are changing for the better and it was astounding to see what is capable at the point-of-care.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 04.01.22

FDA Seeks to Address Future Medtech Supply Chain Challenges

The pandemic wreaked havoc on every supply chain around the globe.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 03.03.22

Software & IT

The Reality of the Big Tech Disruption in Medtech

Another change from a Big Tech company that had healthcare aspirations makes me evaluate where this disruption is and when/if it's actually coming.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 02.07.22

Assessing the 2021 Year and Looking Ahead to 2022

MPO's editorial board took time to look back at the past year, and, at the same time, predict what highlights will encapsulate 2022.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 11.10.21

Reimbursement Debate Over FDA Breakthrough Device Designation

CMS has expressed concern the device may not be deemed necessary or safe for Medicare’s patient population.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 10.01.21

Embrace the Pandemic’s Lessons: Change Can Be Good

Things seen at MD&M West could offer insights on lessons for your business and strategy at home.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 09.10.21

Thoughts and Observations from the 2021 Top Companies Reports

The Top Companies issue is a fantastic way to catch up with what's happening at the leading firms, but COVID dominated this year's reporting.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 07.22.21

Digital Health

Is Google’s Skin App a Hint of What’s to Come?

Google developed the app after finding almost 10 billion searches were happening each year through its search engine related to skin, nail, and hair issues.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 06.02.21

Contract Manufacturing