Features

MPO's 2023 Medtech Supply Chain Survey

MPO takes the pulse of the industry through a reader survey regarding the medtech supply chain, revealing trends and pain points.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 09.25.23

Tubing & Extrusion

Exceeding Medical Device Extrusion Expectations

Suppliers are finding new and creative ways to address the ever-increasing demands of medical device OEMs seeking extruded solutions.

Mark Crawford, Contributing Editor 09.25.23

Molding

Medical Device Micromolders Discuss the 'Minor Details'

Micromolders are developing novel technologies and leveraging creative methods for mass-producing micro parts to meet the growing demand for miniaturized devices and components.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 09.25.23

Machining & Laser Processing

Superior Subtractive Solutions for Machining Medtech

Ever-advancing technologies thrust machining forward, providing the mature fabrication method with more capabilities than ever before.

Mark Crawford, Contributing Editor 09.06.23

Contract Manufacturing

Assembly & Automation Experts Share Thoughts on Medtech Trends

Improvements in sensing, vision, and robotics technologies are augmenting versions of in-process inspections and helping manufacturers reduce part defect risk.

Michael Barbella, Managing Editor 09.06.23

Electronics

Power Trip: A Discussion of Custom Medical Electronics

Nearly a dozen electronics manufacturers weigh in on the medical device industry trends and challenges impacting their businesses.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 09.06.23

The MDR Transition: An Opportunity for Design Change?

A dozen industry representatives weigh in on the positives and negatives of considering a design tweak during the conversion to MDR.

Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 09.06.23

Preserve and Protect: Sustainability Initiatives for Medtech Manufacturing

Implementing sustainable practices in healthcare and medical device manufacturing can be complex and costly, but the benefits outweigh those costs.

Sam Brusco, Associate Editor 07.20.23

Software & IT

How Medical Device Interoperability Connects Healthcare

Efforts continue to progress toward an interconnected healthcare environment, but a number of challenges still exist.

Mark Crawford , Contributing Editor 07.20.23

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