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Intuitive Surgical’s da Vinci 5 robot wins CE mark
The robotics giant’s most advanced soft tissue surgical system is now available for use in Europe across a range of procedures.
By Susan Kelly • July 2, 2025 -
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Judge approves 23andMe sale to nonprofit led by Anne Wojcicki
States with privacy objections to the sale have until July 7 to reach a stay to appeal the case. TTAM, a nonprofit started by Wojcicki, won a bid to buy the company for $305 million.
By Elise Reuter • July 2, 2025 -
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TrendlineMedical device safety in spotlight after high profile recalls
From Philips’ massive recall of respiratory devices to ongoing health risks with breast implants, medical devices tied to patient harm have put a focus on product safety.
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Field Medical raises another $35M for PFA system
The medtech startup founded by physician and Farapulse inventor Steven Mickelsen is preparing to begin a pivotal study of pulsed field ablation for ventricular tachycardia.
By Susan Kelly • July 2, 2025 -
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Who benefits from over-the-counter CGMs?
Experts speaking at the ADA’s Scientific Sessions supported making CGMs more accessible, but debated their usefulness for adults without diabetes.
By Elise Reuter • July 1, 2025 -
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New glucose sensors, insulin patch pumps lead ADA’s Scientific Sessions
The diabetes conference featured a debate about over-the-counter glucose monitors and updates on upcoming devices, including insulin patch pumps. Here’s a roundup of MedTech Dive’s coverage.
By Elise Reuter • July 1, 2025 -
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Olympus pledges prompt response following FDA import block
Endoscopy devices restricted from import accounted for about 1% of the company’s consolidated revenue in its latest fiscal year, Olympus said.
By Susan Kelly • June 30, 2025 -
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Cook Medical recalls catheters over fault linked to 3 serious injuries
The company began the recall after receiving four field complaints about tip separation before and during use.
By Nick Paul Taylor • June 27, 2025 -
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Stryker names Mike Carlin as leader of digital, robotics unit
Carlin will take leadership of the segment as Stryker sees growth in robotic surgeries.
By Elise Reuter • June 27, 2025 -
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ForSight Robotics raises $125M for cataract surgery platform
Anticipating rising demand for ophthalmic surgery but a shortage of surgeons, the Israel-based company said it is developing the world’s first robotic surgery platform for cataracts and other eye diseases.
By Susan Kelly • June 26, 2025 -
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Tandem’s Elizabeth Gasser on patch pump plans, Abbott partnership
The strategy and product exec said Tandem aims to give patients options and reach more people who haven’t yet used insulin pumps.
By Elise Reuter • June 25, 2025 -
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Moon Surgical hires 3 executives for soft tissue robot expansion push
The challenger to Intuitive Surgical said its Maestro platform has aided in more than 1,600 surgeries to date, with the majority performed in the past year.
By Susan Kelly • June 25, 2025 -
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FDA stops Olympus devices from entering the US
The agency said it issued the import alerts because it “continues to have concerns related to outstanding Quality System regulation violations by Olympus.”
By Nick Paul Taylor • June 25, 2025 -
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ADA takeaways: Diabetes tech firms preview new patch pumps, glucose sensors
Medtronic, Beta Bionics and Tandem Diabetes Care showcased planned patch pumps at the conference, while Senseonics shared updates on its implantable glucose sensors.
By Elise Reuter • June 24, 2025 -
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GE Healthcare recalls Carestation devices over ventilation failure risk
The recall affects 15 Carestation models and more than 14,000 individual devices.
By Nick Paul Taylor • June 24, 2025 -
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EU limits Chinese companies’ access to public medtech contracts
The move to block Chinese medical device companies from bidding on EU government contracts is intended to defend EU-based businesses from unfair treatment in China, the European Commission said.
By Susan Kelly • June 23, 2025 -
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MedTech Europe urges EU to exclude devices, diagnostics from trade war
MedTech Europe said the EU’s list of products it could target in retaliation for U.S. actions “includes over 800 trade codes related to medical technologies.”
By Nick Paul Taylor • June 23, 2025 -
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Illumina to buy SomaLogic for up to $425M
Illumina said adding SomaLogic would support the company’s multiomics strategy and strengthen the value of its NovaSeq X products.
By Susan Kelly • June 23, 2025 -
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Insulet’s Eric Benjamin shares update on automated insulin delivery system
The chief product and customer experience officer said Insulet has seen an uptick in users with Type 2 diabetes since receiving an expanded indication, and shared an update on plans for a closed-loop system.
By Elise Reuter • June 23, 2025 -
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Rise in VC activity tees up ‘strong year’ for medtech funding: PitchBook
Improvements in VC funding contrasted with M&A activity, which has fallen short of the level PitchBook predicted under the Trump administration.
By Nick Paul Taylor • June 20, 2025 -
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5 things to watch at the ADA’s Scientific Sessions
The American Diabetes Association’s annual conference kicks off amid a dynamic year for diabetes tech, as access improves for people with Type 2 diabetes and companies debut new devices.
By Elise Reuter • June 20, 2025 -
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Virtual Incision appoints former Intuitive exec as CEO
Virtual Incision has selected Jim Alecxih as its new CEO as the company prepares a series of FDA submissions for its next robotic surgery system, called M2.
By Susan Kelly • June 20, 2025 -
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Medtronic training pact includes Hugo robot, cardiac ablation tech
The medical device maker is partnering with IRCAD, a surgical education and research institute, to train medical personnel in cardiovascular, neuroscience and minimally invasive specialties.
By Susan Kelly • June 18, 2025 -
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Q’Apel recalls clot removal device in response to FDA warning letter
Rather than pursuing a new regulatory pathway, Q'Apel said it is discontinuing the recalled system “as part of its strategic shift toward newer technologies.”
By Nick Paul Taylor • June 18, 2025 -
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Dexcom recalls more than 700,000 CGM receivers for lack of audible alarm
Severe adverse events, including seizure and loss of consciousness, were potentially linked to the issue, based on 56 reports Dexcom received.
By Elise Reuter • Updated June 24, 2025 -
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Anne Wojcicki wins bid to buy back 23andMe for $305M
A nonprofit led by the co-founder and former CEO of 23andMe outbid competitors for nearly all of the company’s assets.
By Elise Reuter • June 17, 2025
