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Medical Device Industry News: Latest Developments, Breakthroughs, and Future Outlook
Boston Scientific receives CE mark for expanded indication of INGEVITY™+ Pacing Leads to include Left Bundle Branch Area Pacing
Conduction system pacing technique may promote greater ventricular synchrony and reduce long-term risk of heart failure associated with traditional right ventricular pacing
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IVOS Medical Joins NIH’s C3i Program to Accelerate Commercialization of BOSS G4™ Airway Management Technology
Selection underscores innovation in airway safety and NIH’s support for advancing life-saving medical devices from lab to market
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Clinical Trials
Clear Guide Medical LUMENA ™ Featured in SPIE Study on MRI-Guided Interventions
The study, titled “Augmented reality system for MRI-guided interventions: a cadaver study”, demonstrates the system’s potential to enhance MRI-guided needle procedures by improving procedural feasibility and reducing the need for repeated imaging scans.
BioArctic to Initiate Next Cohorts In Exidavnemab Phase 2a Study After Positive Safety Review
The Phase 2a study EXIST (EXIdavnemab Synucleinopathy Trial), is a randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled study to evaluate the safety and tolerability of exidavnemab and its pharmacokinetic profile.
PhotoniCare’s OtoSight Demonstrates More Accurate Diagnosis and a 50 Percent Reduction in Antibiotic Usage for Pediatric Ear Infections in Large Randomized Controlled Trial
The results of the study, Otitis Treatment with OtoSight™ – Modification of Antibiotic Treatment Intervention in Children (OTO-MATIC), have been published via open access in the International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology.
Biotechnology News
Initiation of Commercialization of ProNephro AKI (NGAL) for Diagnostic Use in the US
This purchase order is to service US hospitals through BioPorto’s distribution relationship with Roche Diagnostics.
ACIP Recommends Use of Merck’s ENFLONSIA for Prevention of Respiratory Syncytial Virus Lower Respiratory Tract Disease in Infants Younger than 8 Months of Age Born During or Entering Their First RSV Season
ENFLONSIA is the first and only RSV preventive option for administration to infants using the same dose regardless of weight. Ordering will begin in July, with shipments delivered before the start of the 2025-2026 RSV season
Breakthrough in Patient-Derived Stem Cells for Therapeutic Regenerative Medicine
These studies shed light on the scientific controversy of whether activation of the Wnt/β-catenin pathway induces human stem cell pluripotency or differentiation.
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Abbas Kazimi Steps Up as Dynamic CEO of Nimbus Therapeutics
“I am honored to lead Nimbus at this pivotal time in the company’s evolution,” said Abbas Kazimi. “Our robust pipeline, anchored by promising programs like our WRN and SIK inhibitors, and our ongoing collaboration with Lilly, continues to validate our approach and strengthen our position in the industry. I’m particularly excited about what Nimbus will continue to discover and advance, as we leverage our computational drug discovery engine to bring innovative medicines for patients.”
Mirva Ekman Appointed Quality Director & Member of the Management Team at Bioretec
Mirva Ekman over 20 years of experience in quality and regulatory leadership.
Kristen Cardillo Takes Charge as Senior VP Chief Communications Officer at Zimmer Biomet
Kristen Cardillo will join the Company on March 10, 2025, to lead Zimmer Biomet’s global communications strategy, enhancing engagement with key stakeholders and amplifying the Company’s position as a leader in MedTech.
Jupiter Endovascular Appoints Fred Ong as CFO
Fred Ong brings more than 30 years of experience in building and growing venture capital-backed healthcare technology companies to his role at Jupiter Endovascular, including playing key roles in fundraising, corporate strategy, operational growth, revenue scale, and M&A exits.
Tom Arnold Appointed CEO of ViCentra
Tom Arnold brings almost 25 years of extensive leadership experience in diabetes and medical technology and has a strong track record in spearheading commercialization initiatives, business strategy, and product launches for leading medical device companies. He has held key leadership roles at Medtronic, PROCEPT BioRobotics, Boston Scientific, and Sorin Group.
Dr. Samuel A. Joseph Jr. Named Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at HCA/USF Orthopaedic Program
Dr. Samuel A. Joseph Jr. a leader in minimally invasive and complex spine surgery, will bring his wealth of experience and innovative approach to the academic setting, enhancing the educational experience of residents and medical professionals in the field of orthopedic surgery.
FDA Medical Device Updates
Mursla Bio Receives FDA Breakthrough Device Designation for EvoLiver Test
Reflects the potential of EvoLiver test to improve early liver cancer detection among high-risk patients
Nanox Receives FDA Clearance for General Use of New Imaging System, Nanox.ARC X
First FDA clearance for Nanox.ARC X to produce tomographic images for general use, including musculoskeletal, pulmonary, intra-abdominal and paranasal indications. The enhanced imaging system features sleek design with smaller footprint; simplified ‘plug and play’ installation process and the system design enables software upgrades and new capabilities to be added remotely following future regulatory clearances
Medline Announces FDA Clearance for REFLEX HYBRID Nitinol Implants for Foot and Ankle Surgery
“REFLEX HYBRID further demonstrates our commitment to offering innovative solutions for foot and ankle surgeons. The first to market product addresses gaps in the current competitive landscape, including offering indication specific designs, intraoperative compression, and intraoperative adjustment with a nitinol implant,” said Scott Goldstein, vice president of product management for Medline UNITE.
Comprehensive Insights into Medical Device & Biotechnology Company Mergers, Acquisitions & Funding
Wandercraft Announces Series D Round
Clinical progress, industrial partnerships, and global recognition drive momentum in rehabilitation, personal mobility, and humanoid robotics. The new agreement with Renault accelerates commercialization and advances Wandercraft’s global robotics footprint.
Rad AI Announces Strategic Investments from Four Leading Health Systems to Advance Enterprise AI in Healthcare
The additional investment brings Rad AI’s total Series C funding to $68 million. These partnerships reflect a shared commitment to transform care delivery for millions of patients nationwide and to scale the use of generative AI across hospitals and clinics.
Dawn Health Secures €11.5 Million to Scale Platform & Product Suite for Next-Gen Pharma Digital Health Solutions
The investment is aimed at supporting the company’s strategy to deliver its platform and product suite to global pharma companies through a SaaS model, while continuing to invest in further offerings within the Dawn Product Suite.
Sun Nuclear Acquires Oncospace, AI-Focused Radiation Oncology Software Provider
This strategic move underscores the Sun Nuclear commitment to leverage cutting-edge technology to improve treatment outcomes on behalf of their customers.
Market Reports
Advancements in Imaging
Philips and AWS Expand Strategic Collaboration to Advance HealthSuite Cloud Services and Power Generative AI Workflows
“The collaboration between Philips and AWS gives healthcare providers scalable, secure-by-design cloud-enabled solutions to accelerate healthcare innovation,” said Matt Garman, CEO of AWS. “Combining Philips’ healthcare informatics portfolio with AWS generative AI capabilities gives clinicians access to imaging insights so they can deliver more effective and efficient care to patients anywhere, anytime, with best-in-class security and privacy.”
Elucid Announces Fifth Medicare Administrative Contractor to Cover AI Coronary Plaque Analysis
“This latest expansion of coverage by Noridian means that even more patients could be positively impacted by PlaqueIQ, which offers the only non-invasive measurement of lipid-rich necrotic core, a vulnerable, high-risk component of plaque that can lead to heart attack and stroke,”4 said Kelly Huang, CEO of Elucid. “These recent decisions from five of the seven MACs recognize the importance of new technologies like ours that can help quantify and classify coronary artery plaque to help physicians reduce the clinical and economic burden of cardiovascular disease.”
Mediso Introduces True Theranostic TheraMAX SPECT/CT
The TheraMAX is equipped with three, large surface detectors (up to 5x larger than 12-detector CZT systems) surrounding the patients completely (360°). The 15.9mm thick NaI crystals ensure improved sensitivity for high energy photons, while the high-density sensor arrangement (123 PMT per detector head) allows high spatial resolution leading to PET-like image quality in all NM applications.
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Non-Profit News
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The Relevance of Income Protection Insurance to the Medical Industry
When considering the weighty challenges, demands, and risks associated with healthcare professions, it’s easy to conclude that income protection insurance is a prudent, responsible means to promote improved mental health and fiscal responsibility.
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How Hybrid Cloud Technology Can Improve Healthcare Industry
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Nurses Corner
New Opportunities for Aspiring Nurses in Idaho with Joyce University Expansion
Joyce University offers two post-licensure programs for those looking to further their nursing careers: the 4-semester online RN to BSN program and the 3-semester online MSN in Leadership program.
Wolters Kluwer Health Launches ClinicalPulse™ | A Simplified Continuing Education Solution for Nurse Practitioners
Rafael Sidi, Senior Vice President & General Manager of Health Research, Wolters Kluwer Health. “In the current healthcare landscape, NPs are facing demanding workloads paired with staying current on the latest medical evidence to ensure care is meeting the needs of their patients. ClinicalPulse provides critical, high-quality learning tailor-made for NPs in a format that is convenient and easy to use.”
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Nurses Have Voted to Ratify New MNA Contract | Featuring Significant Investment in Nursing and Patient Care
Registered nurses and nurse practitioners voted overwhelmingly to finalize an agreement reached in June to help DFCI recruit and retain the nurses needed to provide world-class cancer care .