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Boston Scientific's $615M Apollo Bid Carries Weight with Analysts
Medtech analysts say the acquisition of Apollo Endosurgery will compliment Boston Scientific's existing endoscopy portfolio.
Caire Secure MGC Diagnostics Holdings Acquisition
The company says the deal will expand its portfolio to include noninvasive cardiorespiratory diagnostic systems.
Lazurite™ and Hospital for Special Surgery Announce a Collaboration Agreement Focused on Lazurite’s ArthroFree™ Wireless Surgical Camera System
Lazurite’s ArthroFree™ Wireless Surgical Camera System is the first wireless surgical camera system to receive market clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for arthroscopy and general endoscopy.
Does the Yo-Yo Dieting Negatively Influence Your Overall Health?
When launching into a stringent diet, or reducing a few bad dietary habits and high-calorie food, weight loss is inevitable. Metabolic changes will lead to weight loss but only for a short period until metabolism
Cardiothoracic Surgeon to Lead Smidt Heart Institute’s ECMO Program
Gunn, who was both a resident and fellow during the COVID-19 pandemic, says his time spent on the medical front lines fueled his passion for treating patients on ECMO.
Medtronic’s Evolut FX Boasts Favorable Data in Limited Market Release
Initially FDA approved in 2021, the company highlighted the new FX data in a recent late breaker presentation.
Canon Medical Components U.S.A., Inc. Announces Launch of New Products in the U.S., to Be on Display at RSNA 2022
Canon Medical Components U.S.A., Inc. is displaying a number of innovative products, some that are now available for the first time in the United States.
Ordr Publishes Connected Device Security Maturity Model to Guide Healthcare Organizations on the Path to Zero Trust
To learn more about the Ordr connected device security maturity model for healthcare organizations, please sign up for the January 19th Ordr of Business webinar: Healthcare's Guide to Connected Device Security Maturity Model – The
Is LASIK Surgery Right for Me? Read This Before You Make Up Your Mind
LASIK surgery is a surgical procedure that can be performed on the cornea of your eye to correct vision problems, such as nearsightedness or farsightedness. The cornea is the clear front part of the eye,
Boston Scientific Announces Agreement to Acquire Apollo Endosurgery, Inc.
"Endoluminal surgery is an emerging field and a core focus for our Endoscopy business," said Mike Jones, senior vice president and president, Endoscopy, Boston Scientific. "We intend to expand our global capabilities in ELS with
Medtronic’s Next-Gen Evolut™ FX TAVR System Shows Significant Improvement in Commissure Alignment in Real World Setting
The next-generation Evolut FX system is refined with key enhancements including gold markers built into the frame to facilitate visualization of implant depth and valve commissure location during TAVR procedures
Blowing Engineering Minds Since 2004
Trivia Tuesday: What wunderkind material, touted for its superior electrical and thermal conductivity, was discovered in 2004?
How to Manage a Clinic Efficiently with Clinic Management Software
To determine whether you need to change the way you operate your medical facility, answer the following questions: Is it difficult for your clinic staff to cope with existing administrative tasks? Do your healthcare providers
Carestream Health Unveils New X-ray Detectors, Enhanced X-ray Rooms at World’s Largest Radiology Exhibition
At the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) in Chicago, Carestream Health is displaying its expanding portfolio of medical imaging systems that provide quantifiable benefits to healthcare organizations and their patients
The Best LOW FODMAP Meal Plans for People with IBS
A lot of diets and healthy lifestyles have become popular trends, like the Mediterranean Diet. That’s because diets have also become more accessible to people who wanted to try them. As technology advanced, people have
11 Ways to Spend Your Money Wisely
Money, it makes the world go round. It can also make your life a lot easier if you know how to spend it wisely. In this blog post, we will discuss 11 different ways that
FDA Reports Class I Recall for Baxter WatchCare Incontinence Management System
The system’s RF could interfere with third-party medical devices, potentially leading to serious injury or death.
ResMed Completes Medifox Dan Acquisition for €958.6 Million
The company, capitalizing on a spike in demand after the Philips recall, first announced the definitive agreement in June.
Sex Doesn't Sell in Advanced Manufacturing. Period.
This week in Pedersen's POV, our senior editor urges manufacturers to think twice before hiring "booth babes" for industry expos.
Understanding the Philips CPAP & BiPAP Recall Lawsuits
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which breathing stops and starts repeatedly. It can potentially be a serious condition. Sufferers of sleep apnea often use sleep apnea machines like the Philips CPAP and BiPAP