Medtech’s Biggest Problem Right Now: Hospital Labor Shortages
Here’s what executives at three large medical device companies have to say about hospital labor shortages and how that macroeconomic issue could impact procedure volumes going forward……

The Magnetic Force in Medicine: Integrating Magnets Safely into Medical Devices
The University of California at San Francisco’s Surgical Innovations program is working with ProPlate to develop advanced magnet electroplating for medical devices……

Navigate Evolving Medical Device Packaging & Sterilization Regulations
Leaders from the Sterilization Packaging Manufacturers Council will explore the latest in package testing, materials, and more at MD&M Minneapolis……

How Apple Influenced Medical Packaging
For as long as I can remember, packaging has always been looked at as a necessary, but often unfortunate drag to a company’s profit margin. In the 2000s……

Is Accuray Changing Its Tone to Become More Competitive in Radiotherapy?
The Sunnyvale, CA-based company is looking to standout in radiotherapy……

How the Boston Marathon Bombing Catalyzed a New Solution for Eardrum Repair
PhonoGraft technology could enable permanent repair first by mimicking and then restoring the eardrum’s sound-conducting mechanical properties and barrier functions……

It Will be a While Before This Surgical Robotics Solution Hits the Market
The news comes on the heels of Medtronic winning a CE Mark for its Hugo solution……

How Did J&J’s Device Unit Do During 3Q21?
The medical device unit has withstood divestitures, a pandemic, and sagging sales. But now, 3Q21 earnings show Johnson & Johnson’s device unit is on the rebound……

7 Basic Tools That Can Improve Quality
While companies have adopted different methods to control design and manufacturing outcomes, the intent is always the same: quality improvement……

Garmin Takes its Wearables to the Next Level with Dexcom Collaboration
The partnership continues Dexcom’s deep dive into software-based solutions for diabetes……
