Features

Molding

OEMs Seek Molders Offering Timely Techniques

The current environment has medical device manufacturers seeking rapid solutions and time to market savings from molding partners.

Mark Crawford, Contributing Editor 06.02.22

Surgical

Robotic Surgery: Cutting Through to the Latest

Surgical robotics are promising for OR efficiency and patient outcomes but currently require high upfront investment.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 06.02.22

Packaging & Sterilization

Packaging, Sterilization Considerations Go Part and Parcel with Product Development

Evolving EtO standards, sustainability, and in-home care are prompting a revamp of sterilization methods and packaging designs.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 06.02.22

Software & IT

Cybersecurity Challenges Leave Medical Device Makers Insecure

Mounting attacks against the healthcare sector demonstrate the need for stronger security measures.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.02.22

R&D & Design

OEMs Are Demanding Designs that Challenge Suppliers

Innovative technologies enable outsourcing providers to offer design solutions to OEMs with complex requirements.

Mark Crawford, Contributing Editor 05.02.22

Chronic Disease

Diabetes Technology Manufacturers Seemingly on a Sugar Rush

Examining recent diabetes technology innovations and market trends as well as manufacturing partners to the industry.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 05.02.22

Contract Manufacturing

Post-Pandemic Partnerships: A Full-Service Outsourcing Discussion

Lessons learned during COVID-19 will have a lasting impact on the outsourcing service provider/OEM relationship for years to come.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 05.02.22

Materials

Discovering the Value of Surface Treatments and Coatings for Medtech

Surface treatments and coatings enable device makers to design more benefits into their medical technologies.

Mark Crawford, Contributing Editor 04.01.22

Digital Health

The Future of Telehealth and Technology Supporting It

Telehealth’s long-term survival depends on its ability to evolve into a hybrid platform that incorporates in-person treatment with virtual capabilities.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 04.01.22

Tubing & Extrusion

Tunnel Vision: A Roundtable Discussion of Tubing Experts

Nearly a dozen medical tubing experts discuss the industry’s market forces and challenges.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 04.01.22

Software & IT

Supply Chain Readiness for 2022: Re-Assessing and Rebuilding your Suppliers

Embarking on a digital transformation in a post-COVID world will be critical for medical device manufacturers.

Nikki Willett, CSO/VP Industry Solutions, ComplianceQuest Inc. 03.03.22

Diagnostics

The Pandemic Put In Vitro Diagnostics to the Test

Examining the COVID-19 testing market and speaking with critical IVD device manufacturing partners.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.03.22

Materials

Material Trends: The Impact of New Medtech Innovation

Minimally invasive procedures, robotic technology, and 3D printing are driving medtech material innovation.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.03.22

Testing

Medical Device Testing Update: Best Practices for Remaining Up-to-Date

Changes in testing protocols challenge device makers and their service providers to ensure they are keeping up with regulatory requirements.

Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 03.03.22

Machining & Laser Processing

Machining for Medical Devices: A Roundtable Discussion

Eight experts discuss this stalwart, constantly evolving mainstay of medical manufacturing.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 02.07.22

Electronics

The Rapid Evolution of Electronic Manufacturing Services for Medtech

EMS providers leverage capabilities and technologies from other industries to create the latest innovations for medical devices.

Mark Crawford, Contributing Writer 02.07.22

R&D & Design

Medtech Research and Development Explores Remote and Digitized Healthcare

Medtech research and development is adapting to an evolving healthcare environment growing more sophisticated by mobile technology and virtual solutions.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.07.22