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Boston Scientific Announces Positive Late-Breaking Clinical Trial Data for the Ranger™ Drug-Coated Balloon
The data included two-year results from the RANGER II SFA randomized controlled trial, confirming the safety and efficacy of the Ranger DCB compared to standard percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) for the treatment of patients with
DNA Sensor Rapidly Determines If a Virus is Infectious
Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have developed a sensor that can rapidly detect a virus in a sample. It can also identify whether the viral particles are still infectious. So far, the researchers
Vanessa Moll, MD, PhD Named CMO of Potrero Medical
Dr. Moll brings 20 years of clinical and research experience to the company. She is a board-certified anesthesiologist and intensivist and has worked both in the US and European healthcare systems. The post Vanessa Moll, MD, PhD Named
Gregory D. Casciaro Appointed to Colospan’s Board
Mr. Casciaro has served in numerous executive leadership roles in the medtech industry, most recently as the President and CEO of Cardiac Dimension and prior to that as the CEO of AccessClosure The post Gregory
Clinical Experts Establish 1st Ever Global Consensus for the Appropriate Use of IVUS in Peripheral Vascular Disease Interventions
The new consensus and recommendations for use of IVUS aim to improve quality care in PVD and are based on evidence, expert practice standards, and clinical experience. The post Clinical Experts Establish 1st Ever Global
Gynesonics Announces First Office-Based Sonata Treatment Procedure in the State of Texas
Sonata Treatment is a breakthrough alternative to hysterectomy & myomectomy, & can treat a wider range of fibroid types, sizes, & locations than hysteroscopic myomectomy. The post Gynesonics Announces First Office-Based Sonata Treatment Procedure in
MicroPort Orthopedics Welcomes C. Lowry Barnes, M.D. to Leadership Team as Medical Director
In his new and expanded role as Medical Director, Dr. Barnes will play a key role in the strategic decision-making and vision of the company, including medical education and training, clinical research, product development, surgeon
Sonde Health Launches Sonde Mental Fitness
Sonde Mental Fitness is an easy and affordable way for individuals to engage with and better understand their mental well-being and can serve as a much-needed early warning system for depression and other mental health
Can Gut Microbiomes Affect Mental Health: 5 Things To Know
The medical industry has always been full of interesting theories. While scientists have already proved some, countless others remain as mere speculations. You’ll also find a handful of ideas that are currently on the brink
Can AtriCure Ramp up Convergent Sales Before Investor Patience Wear Thin?
A medtech analyst shares insights for one of his most frequently asked about companies.
Bold New Horizons for All-in-One Surgical Instrument Maker
Bolder Surgical now offers the CoolSeal Vessel Sealing platform in several countries.
The Rumor Mill Is Churning, and Guardant Investors Are Not Having Any of It
Guardant might have been interested in acquiring NeoGenomics, but the company's investors made their disapproval known.
Sitting Is the New Monitoring Thanks to Toilet Seat Device
A 90-second sit on The Heart Seat could capture patient vital signs for monitoring chronic conditions.
The Case for Clinical Adjudication in Medical Device Trials
Clinical adjudication could help medical device manufacturers address clinical trial issues before a trial even begins.
Annoviant Awarded $1.85M SBIR Phase II Grant from the National Institutes of Health
This is a continuation of the Phase I Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grant the company received in 2019. The post Annoviant Awarded $1.85M SBIR Phase II Grant from the National Institutes of Health appeared
Northwell Labs Begins Employee Use of Self-administered COVID-19 Test
“Diagnostic testing has been a crucial step in combating the virus. This affordable, self-administered swab is a game changer in the fight against COVID-19,” said Dwayne Breining, MD, executive director of Northwell Health Labs. The
Wally Renne, DMD & Founder of the MOD Institute, Appointed to VP of Clinical Strategy Desktop Health
Dr. Renne will design and implement clinical studies that deliver on Desktop Health’s vision and address patient needs, as well as provide strategic direction for product development, education, and downstream commercial activities. The post Wally
MC-Rx Formalizes Pharmacy Benefit Coverage for Theranica’s Nerivio®, Providing Millions of Covered Members Access to the Novel Drug-Free Migraine Therapeutic
Nerivio, a drug-free Remote Electrical Neuromodulation (REN) device for the acute treatment of migraine in patients 12 years and older. The post MC-Rx Formalizes Pharmacy Benefit Coverage for Theranica’s Nerivio®, Providing Millions of Covered Members
Apria Appoints Christopher G. Lee as Chief Accounting Officer
Prior to joining Apria, Mr. Lee was with Deloitte & Touche. The post Apria Appoints Christopher G. Lee as Chief Accounting Officer appeared first on Medical Device News Magazine.
Brain Scientific and Piezo Motion Complete Merger
The merger brought together two teams of leading executives, scientists, and engineers to solve specific challenges using machine learning in the physical and social science markets. The post Brain Scientific and Piezo Motion Complete Merger