Medical Devices

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    Convatec plans $1B investment in R&D in the US and UK

    Capacity at the company's Boston site will increase by 50% as part of a $600 million, 10-year commitment to the U.S.

    By • Oct. 7, 2025
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    How 4 medtech CEOs are using AI

    At AdvaMed’s The MedTech Conference, executives said they’re incorporating AI in more devices, but figuring out how to use the technology internally is challenging.

    By • Oct. 7, 2025
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    New medical devices are reshaping the medtech industry

    From pulsed field ablation devices to glucose sensors and surgical robotics, new medical technologies are transforming patient care and how people manage their health.

    By MedTech Dive staff
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    How AI-driven supply chain intelligence is transforming medical device manufacturing

    AI-powered supply chain intelligence helps MedTech firms overcome EOL risks and regulatory hurdles.

    Oct. 6, 2025
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    Hospital for Special Surgery’s Ashis Barad says AI must solve real problems

    Barad, chief digital and technology officer at HSS, outlined his approach to evaluating AI tools and how the orthopedic hospital uses the technology.

    By • Oct. 3, 2025
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    Medtronic wins CE mark for Penditure LAA exclusion device

    The company plans to launch the device in Europe late next week, providing competition for AtriCure’s AtriClip product.

    By • Oct. 3, 2025
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    CDRH shares regulatory guidance priorities for the coming 12 months

    Use of real-world evidence to support regulatory decisions and predetermined change control plans for medical devices are two areas of focus for the agency.

    By • Oct. 2, 2025
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    SS Innovations changes course on FDA filing for soft tissue robot

    A 510(k) submission now planned for this quarter sets up a potentially faster clearance than the de novo pathway originally planned, the company said.

    By • Oct. 2, 2025
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    Boston Scientific aims for market leadership in electrophysiology

    The company has now treated 500,000 patients with its pulsed field ablation system, in a competitive category poised for growth.

    By • Oct. 2, 2025
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    Distalmotion adds hysterectomy indication; AiM raises funds for neurosurgical robot

    The clearance gives Distalmotion, which sees opportunity in ambulatory settings, a third robotic procedure category in the U.S. Elsewhere, AiM Medical Robotics raised $8.1 million.

    By • Oct. 2, 2025
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    FDA seeks feedback on monitoring real-world performance of AI devices

    The agency is looking for ways to detect, assess and mitigate changes to the performance of AI-enabled devices over time.

    By • Oct. 1, 2025
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    Boston Scientific unveils plans for new Watchman device

    The company hopes to launch its next-generation Watchman system in the second half of 2027 or early 2028.

    By • Oct. 1, 2025
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    Top medtech conferences in 2026

    The medical device industry has a jam-packed year of events for professionals to attend, including the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, DeviceTalks Boston and AdvaMed’s annual medtech meeting.

    By • Oct. 1, 2025
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    FDA expands early alert program to cover all medical devices

    After a successful pilot, the agency has lifted the limitations on when it will provide early information about potentially high-risk safety events.

    By • Sept. 30, 2025
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    Medtech firms splitting into ‘haves’ and ‘have-nots’: EY

    The number of medtech funding rounds has declined in recent months, but the value of overall deals has increased, according to a new report from EY.

    By • Sept. 29, 2025
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    EssilorLuxottica wins FDA OK for myopia-slowing eyeglass lenses

    Investigators saw a 71% reduction in myopia progression in children who used the lenses for two years.

    By • Sept. 29, 2025
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    Biolinq gets FDA de novo nod for intradermal glucose sensor

    The device, called Biolinq Shine, is indicated for people with Type 2 diabetes who don’t depend on insulin.

    By • Updated Sept. 29, 2025
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    SS Innovations hires new CFO

    Naveen Kumar Amar joins the surgical robot developer as it prepares to expand globally, including in Europe and the U.S.

    By • Sept. 26, 2025
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    MedTech Europe pressures EU to make regulatory changes by early 2026

    The request includes a call to postpone re-certification requirements for devices already certified under the medical technology regulations.

    By • Sept. 26, 2025
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    Section 232 probe reignites tariff uncertainty for medtech firms

    The Trump administration has used the investigations in other sectors to implement tariffs, but the earliest any potential actions would take place is summer 2026, analysts said.

    By • Sept. 26, 2025
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    Heartflow receives FDA clearance for updated plaque analysis platform

    The updated algorithm shows a 21% improvement in plaque detection, compared to the original version.

    By • Sept. 25, 2025
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    US opens investigation into medical equipment, device imports

    As part of the Section 232 probe, the Trump administration will weigh the need for tariffs on goods such as surgical masks, blood glucose monitors and wheelchairs.

    By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 25, 2025
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    Que Dallara on Medtronic’s diabetes spinoff, pipeline and Abbott partnership

    Dallara, president of Medtronic’s diabetes business, discussed the segment’s turnaround and why she sees a benefit in becoming a standalone firm.

    By • Sept. 25, 2025
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    Medtronic expands AI, robotics hub in London; Virtuoso robot gets FDA breakthrough status

    The Medtronic center will facilitate surgeon collaboration and AI-powered decision support. At Virtuoso Surgical, a robotic approach to bladder lesion removal is expected to improve precision.

    By • Sept. 24, 2025
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    Cardiosense names Eric Meizlish as CEO

    Cardiosense’s switch to a leader with experience scaling healthtech companies comes as it works to build on the recent 510(k) clearance of CardioTag.

    By • Updated Sept. 25, 2025
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    J&J’s Abiomed starts third heart pump controller recall since June

    As of Aug. 27, the company had reported five serious injuries and no deaths associated with the issue.

    By • Sept. 24, 2025