Siemens Set to Jump into Robotics with Proposed Acquisition of Corindus
The deal is valued at $1.1 billion and is set to close in 4Q19. The acquisition would see Siemens combining its imaging offerings with Corindus’ vascular robotics technology.
How 2019 Will Define TAVR for Years to Come
New approvals; product withdrawals; and a high profile procedure could easily cause 2019 to be one of the most memorable years for TAVR.
Is It Your Design or Your Molder?
A micro molding expert shares some strategies for overcoming design and process challenges.
May the Best Spine Robot Win
Dave Demski, CEO of Globus Medical, said it is taking longer to sell robotic systems due to increasing competitive marketing initiatives. Hospital executives are taking longer to make the purchasing decision as they evaluate potential alternatives, he said.
Exo Has a Plan to Make Ultrasound Imaging Available Everywhere
The Redwood City, CA-based company made significant progress in this goal by raising $35 million in a series B round.
New start for the Methacrylate Verbund of Evonik Industries Röhm excited to continue as an independent company
Today, Röhm GmbH successfully completed the carve-out from Evonik Industries. Evonik Industries’ Methacrylate Verbund is thus transferred to its new owner, Advent International, as an independent company. With revenues of EUR 1.9 billion (2018 figures) and innova- tive products, the company is one of the global market leaders in methacrylate chemicals. With the implementation of an innovative production technology for methyl methacrylate, Röhm GmbH is also targeting global technology leadership. The company has around 3,900 employees worldwide across 15 production sites in Germany (Worms, Darmstadt, Weiterstadt, Wesseling, Hanau), China, the USA, Russia, and South Africa.
Medtech’s Biggest Deals in 2019 … So Far
MD+DI has compiled a list of the top medtech deals either announced or closed in 2019.
New Approval Helps Implanting Propel Mini a Little Bit Easier
The Menlo Park, CA-based company said it has received a nod from FDA for the Straight Delivery System for use to place its Propel Mini Steroid implant.
New Penis Implant Raises the Bar for Erectile Dysfunction Solutions
The new Boston Scientific device is designed to provide a durable, “natural-feeling” erection and is easier for surgeons to implant.
Medtronic Looks to Expand Reach of Artificial Pancreas with New Submission
The Dublin-based company filed a PMA submission to FDA requesting for non-adjunctive labeling for the Guardian Sensor 3, as part of the MiniMed 670G system.
