Features

Contract Manufacturing

20 Years: A Discussion on the Past & Future of Medical Product Outsourcing

MPO’s Editorial Advisory Board members reminisce about outsourcing’s early days and ponder its future.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 06.06.23

Chronic Disease

A Combined Effort for Drug Delivery & Combo Product Technology

Examining the market forces, testing strategies, regulatory concerns, and future of drug-device combination products.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 06.06.23

Packaging & Sterilization

Examining Medical Packaging & Sterilization on Multiple Fronts

Numerous factors are impacting the packaging and sterilization space, requiring innovative solutions from service providers.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 06.06.23

Molding

Medical Molding Modernized

Innovation and advancements continue to reveal new opportunities with this mature component fabrication method.

Mark Crawford, Contributing Editor 06.06.23

R&D & Design

Computer Concepts for Medical Device Design

Software and advanced digital tools provide developers the tools needed for extremely rapid iterations of device ideas.

Mark Crawford , Contributing Editor 05.09.23

Diagnostics

IVD Manufacturers Are Being Put to the Test

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the trend toward home diagnostics and raised the bar for faster, more detailed test results.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 05.09.23

Contract Manufacturing

The New State of Medtech Outsourcing

The pandemic has brought about significant changes in the medical device manufacturing space and altered relationships between OEM and service providers.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 05.09.23

Materials

The Changing Face of Medtech Surface Treatment

More than a dozen medical device surface treatment professionals discuss the activities in their industry.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.28.23

Tubing & Extrusion

The Totally Tubular Technologies that Support Medical Devices

A consistent wave of innovations in tubing have medical device makers always seeking the best offerings for new product developments.

Mark Crawford, Contributing Editor 03.28.23

Neurological

Simply Stimulating: Examining the Neurostimulation Sector

Therapies that provide electrical stimulation to the brain, peripheral nervous system, and spinal cord are providing alternative treatments.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.28.23

Electronics

Sensing Technology Drives the Future of Medical Care

A review of how miniaturized, high-performance sensors are propelling medical product technology forward.

Erin Byrne, Chief Technology Officer, TE Connectivity 03.10.23

Chronic Disease | Patient Monitoring

New and Developing Diabetes Technologies Offer 'Sweet Relief'

An examination of recently released and in-development diabetes tech to address the chronic, cumbersome, and costly disease.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 03.10.23

Materials

Discussing Matters of Substance in Medtech Materials

Miniaturization, minimally invasive surgery, and the fast growth of medical wearables are driving medtech material innovation.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 03.10.23

Testing

Medical Device Testers Are Caught Up in a Whirlwind

Testing professionals see increasing demand due to changing market needs, revised regulatory standards, sustainability efforts, and sterilization questions.

Mark Crawford, Contributing Editor 03.10.23

Software & IT

6 Ways ERP Systems Help Medical Device Manufacturers Manage Risk and Profitability

There are several common workflows manufacturers can automate and strengthen using end-to-end manufacturing software systems.

Steve Bieszczat, Brand Marketing Leader & CMO, DELMIAWorks 02.03.23

Machining & Laser Processing

Machining & Laser Processing Have Huge Parts to Play in Medtech Manufacturing

Several machining and laser processing experts discuss these mainstay manufacturing methods.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 02.03.23

R&D & Design

Medtech R&D Teams Must Be Creative & Resilient to Survive

Traditional R&D processes are falling out of favor as medtech firms rethink their innovation strategies for the post-pandemic era.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 02.03.23

Electronics

Electronics Manufacturing Services Suppliers Tackle Struggles Head-On

Shortages are stressing electronics manufacturing providers, but a number of positive aspects keep driving the sector forward.

Mark Crawford, Contributing Editor 02.03.23

Neurological

Deep (Brain) Thoughts with Medtronic's Neuromodulation President

An interview with Nnamdi Njoku, president of Neuromodulation at Medtronic, to gain insights into current products and future advancements within the unit.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 01.18.23

Cardiovascular | Neurological