Medical Device News Magazine
Medical Device News Magazine delivers current information regarding the medical device and diagnostic industry tailored to medical professionals, industry leaders, and investors. This digital publication offers breaking news on medical devices, including clinical trials, updates, investor insights, industry developments, and more. Besides website publications, news is shared across multiple platforms, including social media, ensuring widespread distribution of industry updates and expert insights.
Medical Device News
Caliway Biopharmaceuticals Announces Successful EOP2 Meeting with the FDA for CBL-514 in Reduction of Abdominal Subcutaneous Fat
Caliway has completed the End-of-Phase 2 (EOP2) meeting with the U.S. FDA for CBL-514, the world’s first investigational drug for large-area subcutaneous fat reduction developed under the 505(b)(1) regulatory pathway.
Device Industry News
Tetrous Reports Expanded Clinical Applications of EnFix for Enthesis Repair
New applications include proximal/distal biceps tenodesis, insertional Achilles tendinopathy, gluteus medius and proximal hamstring reattachment, lateral epicondyle repair, and subscapularis repair during total shoulder arthroplasty.
Median Technologies Submits U.S. Application for 510(k) Clearance of eyonis® LCS
Submission based on positive data from two pivotal studies, which both met their primary endpoints. U.S. clearance expected in Q3 2025 based on average observed review timelines for radiological medical devices.
CPR Therapeutics Receives Follow-on U.S. Patent for Integration of Defibrillation into an Automated CPR Device
CPR Therapeutics Inc. is an early-stage start-up supported by funding from the NSF and NIH
Industry Expert Byline
Precision Medicine – Closing the Loop: Why a Test Alone Isn’t Enough | By Dr Tom Stubbs – CEO Hurdle
‘Closing the Loop: Why a Test Alone isn’t enough’ is about how diagnostics is the gateway to precision Medicine. But what happens before and after the test? In a healthcare system made up of multiple initiatives and institutions, working in siloes, even the most advanced insights can fail to reach their potential.
This article includes a Real-World Example: At-Home Cardiovascular Risk Screening. Take cardiovascular disease a leading cause of death in both the US and UK. In traditional systems, screening often relies on in-person visits that many people never make, particularly amongst the most socially deprived groups.
FDA
GC Biopharma Receives FDA Approval for its U.S. Plasma Collection Center in Calexico, California
With this approval, ABO Holdings is now operating all six plasma collection centers—two each in California, Utah, and New Jersey.
Market Reports
Global Trauma Devices Market Report by iData Research | Uncovers $1.5B Growth Opportunity Driven by Titanium Implants, Modular Systems, and Surgical Robotics
A new 2025 Global Trauma Devices Market Report reveals critical insights for orthopedic device executives, product strategists, and investors seeking to navigate pricing pressures, material innovations, and shifting surgical practices in the orthopedic trauma sector.
Clinical Trials
BD to Initiate Real-World Patient Data Registry for the Rotarex™ Atherectomy System in Treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease
Known as “XTRACT,” this prospective, multi-center, single-arm, post-market registry study will assess the clinical performance of the Rotarex™ Atherectomy System in the treatment of U.S. patients with PAD lesions.
Artificial Intelligence Tools Make Education Materials More Patient Friendly
“Our study shows that widely used large language models have the potential to transform patient education materials into more readable content, which is essential for patient empowerment and better health outcomes,” said Study senior author Jonah Feldman, MD, medical director of transformation and informatics at NYU Langone.
Mergers / Acquisitions
NAMSA Acquires the U.S. Medical Device Testing Operations of WuXi AppTec, Solidifying its Position as the Leader in MedTech Testing and Clinical Research
Under the agreement, NAMSA will acquire WuXi AppTec facilities in Minnesota and Georgia.
Funding
Oramed Pharmaceuticals Announces $36.9 Million Investment and Strategic Collaboration with Alpha Tau Medical
Oramed leverages its strategic capital markets expertise to support Alpha Tau’s breakthrough cancer therapy technology
Hospitals In the News
Delray Medical Center Notes Vascular Surgeon Dr Joseph Ricotta 1st in the World to Utilize the Celt ACD PLUS System In a Procedure
“The Celt ACD PLUS is another surgical option for patients, ensuring that they have the best chance of a good outcome,” said Dr. Ricotta. “By investing in the latest medical technology, we remain at the forefront of innovation as medicine continues to advance.”
Dr. Ricotta is the National Medical Director of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy for Tenet Healthcare, and Professor of Surgery and Founder and Program Director of the Vascular Surgery at Florida Atlantic University’s School of Medicine.
Covenant Health Fort Sanders Regional 1st in Tennessee to Bring Perimeter Medical Imaging AI’s Pioneering Technology to Surgery
“OCT technology enhances the level of care I am able to provide and has become a valuable tool in the operating room,” said Dr. Ana Wilson, a surgical oncologist with Covenant Health Fort Sanders Regional. “It allows me to make patient-specific surgical decisions in real-time and potentially reduce the likelihood of my patients returning for a second surgery.”
Imaging
United Imaging – Innovations That Are Changing the World of Medical Diagnostics
Medical diagnostics is undergoing a rapid transformation, and United Imaging is at the forefront of this change. Through a combination of advanced technology, artificial intelligence and thoughtful equipment design, the company is redefining the standards of modern healthcare.
ZEISS Launches AI-Driven Research Data Platform for Eye Care
“The future of healthcare is in the data. At ZEISS, we are delivering digital innovation to help shape the future of ophthalmology, investing in research methods that empower clinicians and researchers in balancing their clinical care and research requirements,” says Euan S. Thomson, Ph.D., Head of the Digital Business Unit for ZEISS Medical Technology. “The introduction of the ZEISS RDP reflects our commitment to advancing ophthalmic care through smarter, AI-powered tools.”
Executives on the Move
Boston Scientific Chief Financial Officer Dan Brennan to Retire | Jon Monson, SR VP, Investor Relations to succeed Brennan
Brennan will transition out of the chief financial officer position at the end of June and is expected to remain with Boston Scientific as a senior advisor through early October 2025.
New Executive Appointments Announced Avania
“We recognize the MedTech industry is consistently changing and remain committed to providing flexible solution-driven partnerships that guide our clients from concept to commercialization. Our ability to navigate the changes in the industry is rooted in the strength of our team,” said Jason Monteleone, president and CEO of Avania.
Dr Del Trezise Appointed Chair of ELRIG
Dr Del Trezise succeeds Melanie Leveridge, who successfully completed her four-year term as Chair.
Quibim Announces New Board of Directors To Promote Growth And Strategic Expansion
The new Quibim Board of Directors is composed of six members.
The Business of Healthcare
News of Interest to Healthcare Professionals
Careers in Healthcare
Nurses Corner
Building Better Care: How Healthcare Facilities Can Support Disability Needs
As the healthcare landscape shifts to better meet the needs of a diverse population, qualified providers are essential to ensuring that these needs are met.
How to Choose Bags & Cases for Medical Professionals and Students
So, how can one design bags and cases for medical professionals and students? This guide will share the details you need to know.
What Soft Skills Are Needed for A Career In Healthcare?
Soft skills are more than medical expertise and they are important in cultivating a holistic approach to patient care that creates trust, compassion, and better collaboration between both patients and fellow colleagues. These skills are crucial for oncoming and current healthcare professionals aiming to excel and deliver patient-centered care.
AI Analysis of Labor, Delivery Notes Finds Racial Disparities in Biased Language
Veronica Barcelona, PhD, an assistant professor at Columbia Nursing, and her colleagues also found differences in how Hispanic and Asian/Pacific Islander (API) patients were described compared to White patients.
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