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Automated Wearable Breast Ultrasound System: Interview with Maryam Ziaei, CEO of iSono Health
iSono Health, a medtech company based in San Francisco, has created the ATUSA System, a wearable 3D ultrasound breast scanning system. The device is worn on the breast, and does not rely on operator experience
Self-Regulating Footwear for Diabetic Foot Issues
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science created footwear that can self-regulate the pressure distribution when a person walks, helping to avoid pain and friction that can lead to issues for people with diabetes. Patients
How a Governance Council Elevates Clinical Asset Management
Creating a governance council for medical device management is one of the most prudent things a hospital can do, particularly with such a pressing need to rein in expenses. About a quarter of health system
Senseonics Widens the CGM Gap as Pent-Up Demand for G7 Grows
The Germantown, MD-based company has won CE mark for a 180-day CGM as demand for rival Dexcom’s upcoming G7 is at an all-time high.
Cordis Announces Successful First-in-Human Use of the Radianz Radial Peripheral System™
Radianz Radial Peripheral System is purposely engineered for radial access, which is proven to produce fewer vascular complications and higher patient satisfaction than femoral approaches.
Artio Medical Closes $28M in Additional Series A Financing
Artio Medical notes the funds will be used to support US commercialization efforts for the recently cleared Solus Gold™ Embolization Device and to accelerate the development of Artio's broad portfolio of products.
Ascensia Diabetes Care Receives CE Mark Approval for the Eversense® E3 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System
Ascensia Diabetes Care plans to make the next-generation system, which can be used for up to 6 months, available to patients in certain European markets from the third quarter of 2022.
Is There Light at the End of the Tunnel for the EndoBarrier?
GI Dynamics’s type II diabetes and obesity treatment device has been through the ringer over the years – but could new data help turn things around?
Lauxera Capital Partners Invests €10m In Matrix Requirements
Founded in 2014, Matrix Requirements supports the R&D, Regulatory Affairs and Quality departments of MedTech companies by providing specialized digital tools for medical device design, traceability, quality management and regulatory compliance.
Why a Healthier Lifestyle Benefits You
Today, more people are looking to live simpler, healthier lives. Prioritizing relationships and experiences, instead of constant business, can help you feel happier. Making healthier choices, such as eating better and getting enough rest each
3 Ways Face Masks Reduces The Spread Of COVID-19
Since the rise of COVID-19, people have constantly been looking for ways to prevent themselves from catching one. Not only does it help keep themselves safe and healthy, but the people around them as well.
6 Valuable Tips From Dentists On How To Have A Beautiful Smile And Healthy Teeth
Dentists have a wealth of knowledge when it comes to oral hygiene and keeping your teeth healthy. In addition to providing regular checkups and cleanings, they can offer valuable advice on how to maintain a
How to Properly Deal With Chronic Pain
Millions of people around the world suffer from chronic pain. It can be debilitating and affect every aspect of your life. If you are one of these people, you know how difficult it can be
Blood Test Paves the Way for Better Bipolar Diagnosis
Researchers in France have developed the world's first diagnostic blood test to distinguish between unipolar depression and bipolar depression.
New Weight-Loss Procedure Could Benefit Type 2 Diabetes Patients in France
Endo Tools Therapeutics' technology is designed to enable endoscopic gastroplasty orally, to reduce the volume of the stomach. The company intends to study the procedure in type 2 diabetes patients.
Living Skin Layer for Robots and Prostheses
Researchers at the University of Tokyo have developed a method to coat a robotic finger in a living “skin” layer. The living coating is strong and flexible enough to allow the robotic finger to bend
AI & Machine Learning’s Impact on the Role of Software Engineers in Medtech
Dave Saunders, CTO and Co-founder of Galen Robotics, spoke during IME South about how medtech companies have to redefine the role of software engineers because of the growing impact of AI and machine learning.
Illumina Is Minding Its Ps and Qs for IVDR Compliance
Illumina seems to be making a concerted effort to comply with the new IVDR requirements in Europe, despite butting heads with the European Commission last year over its Grail acquisition.
Ashish Kachru, CEO of DataLink Writes: “Value-Based Technology Platform Increases HCC Recapture Rate Over 80% for Large Network Provider Groups”
As a growing number of providers shift toward value-based payment models, they are adopting. Hierarchical Condition Category coding - a risk-adjustment model originally designed to estimate future health care costs for patients. Read what Ashish
Boston Scientific Takes Majority Stake in M.I. Tech
The investment in the Korean company gives Boston Scientific the opportunity to complement its non-vascular stent portfolio.