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Medtronic and Merit Medical Systems enter into agreement to offer new, FDA-cleared ViaVerte™ system, a basivertebral nerve ablation treatment for chronic vertebrogenic lower-back pain

Medtronic’s latest partnership with Merit Medical Systems introduces the groundbreaking ViaVerte™ BVNA system—an innovative solution for chronic vertebrogenic pain

March 24, 2026

Optellum AI Shown to be Highly Cost-Effective in First US Lifetime Payer Study of Lung Nodule Risk Stratification

Led by researchers at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center, a new study reports that Optellum’s FDA-cleared Lung Cancer Prediction (LCP) AI assisted risk stratification for indeterminate lung nodules is cost-effective from a US payer perspective. Optellum’s LCP AI supports more consistent long nodule management and helps enable earlier diagnosis of lung cancer

March 24, 2026

Electrome Launches PAINKILLER™ Bioelectric Pain Management Platform in Partnership with BIEL

The partnership combines Electrome’s programmable, AI-driven bioelectric platform with BIEL’s FDA-cleared devices and extensive clinical track record, establishing a scalable foundation for the delivery of non-pharmacologic therapies across clinical and consumer markets

March 24, 2026

Johnson & Johnson Drives Innovation in Pulsed Field Ablation with Peru Launch

Peru joins the Latin American countries that already have this world-class innovation, used in international reference centers. In the country, institutions such as Clínica Delgado of the AUNA group will lead its implementation, consolidating Peru’s positioning at the forefront of electrophysiology

March 16, 2026

Clinical Trials

Nectero Therapeutics Reports Two-Year Safety and Efficacy Data from First-in-Human Trial for Treatment of Small- to Medium-Sized Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms

April 23, 2026

The results were presented at Charing Cross 2026 by Dr. Andrew Holden during a session on Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) disease management

Phantom Neuro Receives Approval for First-In-Human Clinical Study

April 15, 2026

The study's PI is Michael Lo, M.D., a leading plastic surgeon at Cabrini Health

New STORM-PE Data Show Computer Assisted Vacuum Thrombectomy with Anticoagulation Resulted in Significantly Better Functional Outcomes at 90 Days Compared to Anticoagulation Alone for Pulmonary Embolism Patients

April 13, 2026

Mechanical Thrombectomy Dramatically Outperforms Standard PE Care at 90 Days

Biotechnology News

Building the Future of Biotechnology — UK Biotech Day 2026

UK Biotech Day 2026 is designed to spark meaningful conversations, high‑impact collaboration and actionable outcomes, and offers the attendees the opportunity to explore the latest trends across therapeutic innovation, manufacturing, healthtech integration, regulatory developments and investment dynamics.

April 27, 2026

Atelerix launches STORganoid cryo-free preservation solution for complex 3D cell models

Ambient-temperature preservation solution enables reliable storage and shipment of organoids and spheroids, to support growing adoption of New Approach Methodologies

April 21, 2026

Tsingke Unveils ‘Zero-Contact’ Gene Synthesis to Safeguard Core Genetic Sequences

As the pace of biotechnology research accelerates, companies are increasingly challenged to balance rapid innovation with the protection of sensitive genetic information.

April 15, 2026

Mergers & Acquisitions

PathoQuest, a Kurma Partners portfolio company, announces a definitive agreement to be acquired by Charles River Laboratories

PathoQuest was built and supported by Kurma Partners and the Pasteur Institute and based on the groundbreaking work of Prof. Marc Eloit

January 12, 2026

Philips agrees to acquire SpectraWAVE Inc., advancing next-generation coronary intravascular imaging and physiological assessment with AI

Philips offers one of the most comprehensive image-guided therapy portfolios in the industry, providing solutions for visual guidance during minimally invasive procedures and image-guided therapy devices designed to enhance procedural efficiency and improve patient outcomes

December 15, 2025

Earned Acquires OJM Group

Deal marks wealth firm’s fifth acquisition in 2025, building a comprehensive offering to address every financial need of healthcare professionals

December 9, 2025

Montagu and Kohlberg to Acquire Teleflex Medical OEM in a Carve-out Transaction

For over 40 years, Teleflex Medical OEM has developed and supplied custom-engineered interventional catheter components and sub-assemblies, as well as surgical fibers and sutures, used across fast-growing treatment areas – including structural heart, neurovascular, electrophysiology and urology – that rely on advanced materials and precision manufacturing to improve surgical outcomes and patients’ lives.

December 9, 2025

Funding

Johnson & Johnson Boosts U.S. Presence with $1 Billion+ Investment in Next‑Gen Cell Therapy Facility

February 18, 2026

Advanced manufacturing site will utilize cutting‑edge cell therapy technologies to help deliver the company’s portfolio of transformational medicines

GE HealthCare announced a new approximately $35 million expansion to a previous contract with the BARDA

February 17, 2026

The expansion is structured as a cost-share between BARDA and GE HealthCare, with BARDA providing the majority of funding

GENFIT to receive US$20M milestone after Ipsen’s Iqirvo® exceeds the US$200M threshold in its first full year of net sales

February 12, 2026

GENFIT will publish its 4Q25 revenue and cash position on February 26, 2026

PranaX Corporation Announces $17M Oversubscribed Series A

January 29, 2026

The Series A round was led by family offices, trusts, and individual investors, a group with deep expertise across biotechnology, regenerative medicine, and healthcare innovation.

Industry Expert Bylines

HTM’s next frontier: AI, intelligent operations, and tech-driven resilience in 2026 | By Neil de Crescenzo, Chief Executive Officer at TRIMEDX

February 4, 2026

In this ever-changing healthcare landscape, prioritizing data-driven decision-making and proactively adopting advanced technologies will position health systems to achieve lasting success in 2026 and the years ahead

Digital Pathology Reaches an Inflection Point as AI Targets Workflow Gaps | By Yair Rivenson, PhD Founder and CEO, Pictor Labs

December 3, 2025

Laboratories face mounting pressure to modernize imaging, preserve tissue, and reduce sequencing failures as adoption continues to move at a glacial pace

FIZE Medical Launches 5,000-Patient Retrospective Study to Further Establish the benefits of using FIZE kUO in managing ICU patients’ Hemodynamic status

December 1, 2025

By continuously capturing renal function patterns, the study aims to demonstrate how FIZE kUO® can provide data for early signs of instability that are often missed by intermittent measurements

FDA Medical Device Updates

Market Reports

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals Announces FDA Approval of IMCIVREE® (setmelanotide) for Patients with Acquired Hypothalamic Obesity

First and only FDA-approved therapy for the treatment of acquired hypothalamic obesity, a rare disease characterized by accelerated and sustained weight gain caused by hypothalamic injury or dysfunction

March 19, 2026

Centauri Therapeutics granted FDA QIDP status for CTX-187 treatment of Gram-negative bacterial infections

Dr. Debra Barker, Chief Medical Officer, Centauri Therapeutics, said: “This designation from the FDA will be invaluable as we continue to advance toward first in-human trials for CTX-187. The recognition of the potential value of our technology further underpins our belief in its potential to transform treatment paradigms for Gram-negative bacterial infections, filling an urgently needed gap in the market for new and effective treatment options for clinically vulnerable patients.”

March 10, 2026

$9.17 Bn Cancer Antibody Drug Conjugates Global Markets, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F

January 14, 2026

Medical Equipment Repair Services Market 2025-2032 | How Digital Transformations are Accelerating Growth in the $90 Billion Industry

December 9, 2025

Executives

Philips proposes new appointment and re-appointments to its Supervisory Board and CEO re-appointment

The Supervisory Board will submit to the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders 2026 a proposal to appoint John DeFord (American, 1962) as a new member of the Supervisory Board.

March 23, 2026

David McNally Appointed CEO of Xenocor

Antony Watson appointed Chief Commercial Officer and David Van Ness to Chief Technology Officer

March 18, 2026

MicroCare Appoints Uwe Wanner as Director of Research & Development

Dr. Uwe Wanner brings more than 20 years of regional and international leadership experience across R&D, regulatory strategy, laboratory operations, and product commercialization.

March 16, 2026

Field Medical Names Mark A Turco, MD, as Chief Executive Officer

Turco brings more than 30 years of leadership experience spanning venture-backed cardiovascular startups and executive roles within large-cap medical device organizations

March 16, 2026

Advancements In Imaging

New Peer-Reviewed Study Validates AISAP’s AI Ability to Detect Major Heart Disease from a Single Ultrasound View

Retrospective Analysis of Over 120,000 Echocardiographic Studies Provides Clinical Evidence of Diagnostic Accuracy for Heart Failure and Valvular Disease

February 3, 2026

Arineta Reports | Yuma Cardiology Practices Partner to Bring Advanced Imaging to Underserved Patients in Arizona with Arineta’s SpotLight™

The joint effort expands access to advanced cardiac imaging with the highest performance CT in Arizona for high-risk and underserved populations, including seniors, Native American communities, and lower-income residents.

November 24, 2025

Medicom Now Fully Contracted with 17 of 18 VA Regions, Announces New VISN 10 and 17 Agreements

Medicom notes this expansion continues Medicom’s work in supporting modern image exchange for the nation’s largest integrated health system.

November 10, 2025

MinXray to Showcase Collaboration, Art and Technology at the Union World Conference on Lung Health 2025

Portable digital radiography provider partners with TB relief organizations, artists for awareness and outreach

October 22, 2025

Hospitals In the News

St Luke’s Hospital in Dublin starts ASBRT Treatments Using Raypilot System

Last Friday, the treatment of the first patient was successfully completed with a team from Micropos Medical present on site

January 28, 2026

Mount Sinai Medical Center Named One of America’s 100 Best Hospitals

This achievement reflects Mount Sinai’s commitment to exceptional patient care and places the organization in the top 2% of hospitals nationwide for overall clinical performance. Mount Sinai also earned America’s 250 Best Hospitals recognition for the seventh year in a row (2020–2026)

January 27, 2026

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Virginia Announces Continued Collaboration and Long-term Contract with Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters to Support Access, Affordability, and Children’s Health

Anthem members will retain access to CHKD’s full continuum of pediatric services, including medical, surgical, and mental health care. The agreement supports responsible, sustainable care delivery while helping families and employers manage healthcare costs

January 14, 2026

Moffitt Opens Flagship Outpatient Cancer Center at Speros

The ceremony featured remarks from Moffitt and Speros leadership, state and local officials, and philanthropic partners, followed by tours of the outpatient and proton therapy spaces

January 13, 2026

Non-Profit News

May Benefit Women with Dense Breasts

The study cohort included 2,978 participants (mean age 56.8 years). The women were mostly postmenopausal, and 82% had category C breast density. Approximately 80% of participants had no family history of breast cancer, and 98% had no personal history of breast cancer.

September 23, 2025

Hitting the Right Note: The Healing Power of Music Therapy in the Cardiac ICU

New research shows that music therapy is associated with decreased heart rate and blood pressure

September 18, 2025

Deep Learning Model Estimates Cancer Risk of Lung Nodules

Lung cancer remains a significant global health issue, causing the most cancer-related deaths worldwide. Screening high-risk individuals with low-dose chest CT has been shown to reduce lung cancer mortality. However, early screening trials have reported high false-positive rates, leading to unnecessary follow-up procedures, increased patient anxiety and health care costs.

September 9, 2025

AAOS Updates Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Rotator Cuff Injuries

The updated CPG includes 21 recommendations (14 strong and seven moderate) and eight options (four limited and four consensus). Options are formulated with low-quality evidence, no evidence, or conflicting evidence

August 28, 2025

Healthcare: Understanding the Business Side of the Industry and Its Implications

Swypes Reports Phone Hygiene Is Healthcare’s Overlooked First Line of Defense

Swypes is calling attention to a critical gap in healthcare hygiene: although hospitals and nursing homes enforce strict infection-control protocols, CDC figures and published research suggest mobile phones remain an overlooked risk in daily care settings, with one meta-analysis finding contamination on 84.5% of healthcare workers’ devices

March 23, 2026