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Natech Plastics Expands Injection Molding Offerings & Other Supplier News
Here’s what was new in the world of medical device suppliers during the week of June 26.
When Tackling Miniaturization Challenges, Micro Molding Can’t be Ignored
Accumold’s Aaron Johnson discusses five things manufacturers need to know about Micro Molding in this On Demand webinar.
ZAP Surgical Systems Announces Chairman of Foxconn Technology Joins Board of Directors
“I am thrilled to welcome Stanley Lu to our Board of Directors where he will join us in our common quest to treat and transform the lives of millions of patients each year by means
NeuroVasc Technologies Announces First Patient Treated in Clinical Trial to Evaluate Its Novel Stent-Retriever
This trial will evaluate the safety and efficacy of the NeuroVasc ENVI™-SR, a stent-retriever intended for the treatment of acute ischemic stroke to reduce disability by removing blood clots in patients with stroke due to
HeartBeam Expands Patient Population for Emergency Department Software Technology Solution
Due to the expanded available patient population, HeartBeam expects to file a 510K with the full data set for clinical validation no later than August 15, 2022 and does not affect the timeline for 510K
Xoran Technologies Submits FDA 510(k) Application for TRON
The benefits of truly mobile compact devices cannot be underscored, and now by engineering the success of our head CT systems into an open-bore system, we are able to drive a new generation of Xoran's
Visby Puts PCR Testing in the Palm of a Patients Hand
The San Jose, CA-based company raised $135 million in an over-subscribed series E round and will use some of the proceeds to bring its portable infectious disease test to the home setting.
Smith+Nephew Announces 1st Robotic-assisted Surgery Using its LEGION CONCELOC Cementless Total Knee System
The LEGION CONCELOC Cementless Total Knee System addresses the critical elements of the cementless total knee through its unique design.
JustLight pbc Developing Sunflower Rx™, a Breakthrough Medical Device Treatment for Alzheimer’s disease
Sunflower Rx™ uses specific wavelengths of near-infrared light to bypass the skull and be directly absorbed by the brain notes JustLight.
Neuromod Publishes Results of Second Large Scale Clinical Trial for Tinnitus in Top-Tier Scientific Journal
Speaking on the news, Dr Ross O’Neill, Founding CEO of Neuromod said, “We’re delighted to announce the publication of positive results from the TENT-A2 clinical trial which show greater improvement in tinnitus symptoms from treatment
Patient Payments: Top 3 Reasons Healthcare Practices Are Turning to Technology
d'Artagnan Osborne writes, "Technology has come a long way to help improve the patient payment process." He describes how adopting new technology can benefit a healthcare practice and the patient! Read on to learn more.
Global Health: 5 Major Issues You Should Know About
Despite technological advancements in the health sector, we still face global health issues. The outbreak of COVID-19 has exposed our weaknesses that unfold these health issues. Basically, the more connected our world becomes, the more
10 Ways Mental Health Affects Work Performance
Today, it’s widely recognized that mental health is a critical component of overall health. Did you know that mental health also significantly affects work performance? Yes, mental health can affect how well you perform at
4 Natural Fat Burners That Work
Losing excess pounds for some people is more challenging for a combination of reasons. While some people have good intentions, determination, and willpower, it is not always enough. This is not to mention, that everyone’s
Mobile App Tracks Patient Status Through Discharge
A doctor wanted to build the Careful app after his mother nearly died from a simple communication failure in a UK hospital.
MedTech Europe Pushes for Better Cancer Diagnostics
In a new report, the trade association makes recommendations for a better future for cancer diagnostics in Europe.
Spinning Disc Separates Circulating Tumor Cells from Blood
A team of researchers at Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology in Korea created a centrifugal system to separate circulating tumor cells from blood samples. Resembling a DVD, the device separates the cells using
Smart Jumpsuit Tracks Motor Development in Children
Researchers at the University of Helsinki in Finland created a smart jumpsuit that can track toddler movements. The idea is to closely monitor motor development and identify any issues early, allowing for earlier interventions. Issues
Additive Manufacturing Saves the Day for Astoria Pacific
Faced with delays in sourcing sheet metal and PVC supplies, Astoria Pacific turned to Carbon’s 3D printing platform to manufacture an enclosure for its diagnostic instrumentation, just in time.
Patent Spat Between AliveCor & Apple Becomes Intense
An administrative judge from the ITC has ruled that Apple has infringed on AliveCor’s ECG technology. Now the ITC has scheduled a final determination for the dispute on October 26th.