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COVID-19: A Wake-Up Call for Sustainable Healthcare
Manufacturers of medical devices and drug-delivery devices should build sustainability into their designs, processes, supply chains, and more.
OTC Rapid COVID-19 Tests — Are They Even Worth It?
Over-the-counter (OTC) COVID-19 tests are widely accessible, affordable, and offer fast results — but they are nowhere near as accurate as molecular tests. Here is the low-down on the pros and cons of the OTC
Nevro Announces Director Appointment- Sri Kosaraju
Mr. Kosaraju currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer and President of Inscripta, Inc., the digital genome engineering company, a position he has held since October 2020. The post Nevro Announces Director Appointment- Sri Kosaraju
SomaLogic Expands Leadership Team
We are honored to have these highly accomplished industry leaders joining us at an exciting time in SomaLogic’s commercial expansion,” said SomaLogic President and Chief Operating Officer Melody Harris. “Todd and Ruben have the expertise
Protecting Lithium Battery-Powered Medical Devices During Transit
A new paper-based, 100% recyclable wrap is designed to actively and automatically cool the internal environment of a corrugated container, suppress fumes from escaping, and more.
Promoting Product Safety through Sealing Innovations
Heat seals contribute to better packaging and greater product safety in 3 important ways.
New AI Allows Physicians to Obtain Better Images of the Heart
The success of the approach was chronicled in a new article in the scientific journal Circulation.
Carbon Nanotube Thread Lets Clothes Monitor Health
Researchers at Rice University managed to create flexible carbon nanotube fibers that can be incorporated into clothing to function as wearable health monitors. The new thread is highly conductive, but it is washable and strong,
Genome Medical Touts New Acquisition and Financing
The South San Francisco, CA-based company is acquiring GeneMatters and has closed a $60 million series C round.
How To Get A Certificate For Achievement As a Nurse From Home
In many cases, a nursing career can be one of the most fulfilling and rewarding jobs on the planet. It is a fantastic feeling to provide the best care to your patients and see their
1st Patient Enrolled in the 3,300 Patient Landmark Sirolimus DEB vs DES Study
SELUTION SLR was awarded CE Mark Approval for the treatment of peripheral artery disease in February 2020 and for the treatment of coronary arterial disease in May 2020. The US FDA has awarded the SELUTION
MicroTransponder® Receives FDA Approval for Breakthrough Device Benefiting Stroke Survivors
The first-of-its-kind Vivistim® Paired Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) System significantly improves upper limb rehabilitation therapy. The post MicroTransponder® Receives FDA Approval for Breakthrough Device Benefiting Stroke Survivors appeared first on Medical Device News Magazine.
Osso VR Broadens Access to Optimized Surgical Care with Localization & First-of-its-Kind Assessment
Osso VR’s surgical training technology provides on-demand, educational experiences that are effective, repeatable, and measurable to help surgeons reach proficiency with emerging surgical techniques and technologies. The post Osso VR Broadens Access to Optimized Surgical
A Detailed Guide To Using Steroids To Get Bigger And Stronger Muscles
This is a detailed guide that will teach you about steroids and how to use steroids properly. Steroids can be used for many different purposes, but they are mainly used by bodybuilders to get bigger
Medtech Incubators and Accelerators: Where Are the Hubs for Medical Device Innovation?
MD+DI has organized U.S. medtech incubators and accelerators by state to help you locate the support and inspiration needed to bring your next medical device to market.
First Patients in Canada Treated With Cardiovascular Systems, Inc. Diamondback 360® Coronary Orbital Atherectomy System
The first patients in Canada were treated by Sanjog Kalra, MD, Interventional Cardiologist and Cardiac Critical Care Physician at the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre, Toronto General Hospital, part of the University Health Network. The post
BIOMEDevice Boston 2021 Announces Keynote Speakers
Harel Gadot of MEDX Ventures Group and Carolyn Yang, MD, of Brigham & Women's Hospital will explore surgical robotics and digital health, respectively.
BioVentus Exercises Option to Acquire CartiHeal
The Durham, NC-based company elected to make a $50 million escrow payment to CartiHeal – signaling its intent to move forward with the acquisition.
FDA Clears Zimmer Biomet's Smart Knee Implant
The Persona IQ implant was recently identified by MD+DI as one of the most anticipated new medical devices expected to hit the market by the end of the year.
Is Baxter in Advanced Talks to Acquire Hill-Rom for $10B?
The proposed acquisition comes shortly after a court ordered Hill-Rom to complete its acquisition of Bardy Diagnostics, a cardiac monitoring specialist, for $375 million.