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Latest News

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

CharmHealth Introduces Multi-Agent AI Copilot Built Directly Into Its EHR

CharmCopilot Moves Beyond Ambient Transcription to Support Triage, Charting, Lab Review, Billing, and Workflow Navigation

March 11, 2026

Clinical Trials

Rapid Medical™’ Reports TIGERTRIEVER™ 13 Demonstrates Promising 90-Day Outcomes in DISTALS Trial, Reinforcing Pivotal Safety and Efficacy Findings

May 7, 2026

Full data presented at ESOC 2026 further strengthen the clinical evidence supporting TIGERTRIEVER™ 13 for the treatment of distal vessel occlusion stroke — a segment representing nearly half of all ischemic strokes

Breast Cancer Locator may transform breast surgery – new pivotal data | Reports Cairn Surgical

May 5, 2026

The technology is customized to each patient’s breast and tumor via 3D printing

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

Biotechnology News

Mopec Group Introduces Cortex Systems to Advance Connected Pathology Workflows

This evolution formalizes Mopec Group's commitment to developing integrated, technology-driven solutions that enhance how pathology laboratories document, manage, and move through the diagnostic workflow

May 12, 2026

Lab Thread introduces Unified Lab Software Platform to streamline biological research

Connects scientific teams, data and workflows within a single, fully integrated digital lab management system

April 30, 2026

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

Mergers & Acquisitions

INTEGRA Biosciences Group acquires shares in CleanNA to strengthen their strategic partnership and drive global growth in molecular biology

CleanNA specializes in developing and manufacturing high quality magnetic bead-based DNA/RNA extraction and purification kits, making it an ideal fit to complement INTEGRA Biosciences’ offerings.

September 23, 2025

OpenEvidence Acquires Google Ventures-Backed AI Startup, Amaro

Amaro was built to help companies analyze and optimize end-to-end advertising deployment using fast, intelligent automation

September 10, 2025

Clinisupplies Acquires Renew Insert Portfolio to Continue Building a Leading Chronic Care Organisation

The acquisition of the Renew Inserts range will enable Clinisupplies to expand its bowel management offering, while also supporting patients living with chronic bowel issues through its nursing and homecare services.

August 4, 2025

Companion Spine LLC Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire the Business and Assets of Paradigm Spine GmbH and the Coflex® and CoFix® Spine Implants from Xtant™ Medical Holdings

With this acquisition, Companion Spine continues to expand its mission to safely and effectively treat spine pain through treating lumbar and cervical diseases.

July 8, 2025

Funding

Amae Health Announces $25 Million Series B to Advance Toward a Cure for Severe Mental Illness

November 6, 2025

Amae Health notes the Series B round, led by Altos Ventures with participation from existing investors, will accelerate Amae’s AI-powered precision-care platform and partnerships with leading academic medical centers—marking a decisive step toward curative psychiatry

Sanofi Deepens Partnership with Medidata | To Expedite the Development of New Therapies with an Improved Patient Journey

October 23, 2025

Expanded 10-plus-year collaboration will leverage Medidata Experiences, enabling Sanofi to streamline operations, refine data quality, and enhance patient care

Catalyst OrthoScience announces $15M in financing

October 22, 2025

RC Capital, Mutual Capital Partners and Western Alliance Bank reinforce long-term confidence in Catalyst’s vision and leadership; Dr. Theodore Blaine joins Catalyst board of directors

Kihealth Raises $5M in Oversubscribed Seed Round to Launch First-of-Its-Kind Diabetes Diagnostic

October 3, 2025

The funding supports the commercial rollout of Kihealth’s first laboratory-developed, minimally-invasive test that measures biomarkers of beta cell apoptosis, the earliest marker of insulin resistance and chronic diseases such as diabetes

Industry Expert Bylines

Bioactive Precontoured Wedges: Redefining Deformity Correction in Foot & Ankle Surgery | By Scott Day, Vice President of Global Marketing & Business Development, NovaBone

September 30, 2025

A Catalyst for Change in Osteotomy Care

How digitalization and e-commerce can benefit medical supply businesses | By Arno Ham

September 25, 2025

Medical manufacturers need to embrace e-commerce: here’s how

Surgical Plume: The Hidden Hazard in the OR | By Dr Stuart Grant

September 22, 2025

Surgical smoke, or plume, is generated when energy devices cut or coagulate tissue, causing intracellular water to vaporize and the tissue to thermally decompose. These factors pose a notable occupational hazard for surgeons, nurses, and anesthetists.

FDA Medical Device Updates

Market Reports

Expanded FDA 510(k) Clearance Supercharges Bayer’s MEDRAD® MRXperion System for Broader MR Deployment

Clearance reinforces Bayer’s continued commitment to dependable, integrated radiology solutions

March 4, 2026

Medtronic receives FDA clearance for Stealth AXiS™ surgical system | 1st Integrated planning, navigation and robotics platform for spine surgery

The Stealth AXiS™ system is cleared for spine procedures in the United States, with an underlying architecture designed to support future cranial and ENT applications, pending 510(k) clearance.

February 13, 2026

RNA Targeting Small Molecules Therapeutics Global Research Report 2025-2034: Market to Grow with Rising R&D Investments, Genetic Disorder Incidence, and Cancer Prevalence

November 14, 2025

Laboratory Centrifuges Market worth $1.86 billion by 2030 with 2.8% CAGR

November 14, 2025

Executives

First Ascent Biomedical Opens FPM Cancer Lab in Miami; Welcomes World-Class Clinical Leadership

Miami lab is now accepting patient and physician referrals. Eligible Florida residents and colorectal cancer patients nationwide may qualify for limited sponsored programs covering the cost of testing

February 16, 2026

Howard Brooks Appointed to the Immorta Bio Strategic Advisory Board

Mr. Brooks will work with Immorta Bio’s leadership team as the Company advances its first-in-class, dual-platform approach to addressing aging biology

February 3, 2026

Dr Karyn Eilber Teams Up With Monarch to Open Membership-Based Women’s Pelvic and Bladder Health Practice in Beverly Hills

Nationally recognized urogynecologist brings unrushed, evidence-based care to women

January 29, 2026

Jeff Brock Named Vice President of Account Management at HOMELINK®

Jeff Brock is a seasoned executive with more than 25 years of leadership experience in insurance, managed care, and workers’ compensation

January 26, 2026

Advancements In Imaging

GE HealthCare announces intent to acquire icometrix to strengthen neurology portfolio with brain MRI assessment solutions

The anticipated acquisition aligns with GE HealthCare’s precision care strategy with the goal of strengthening the company’s portfolio of offerings in neurological care and its quantitative analysis of brain MRI

September 10, 2025

Olympus Announces U.S. Launch of Newest Imaging Platform for ENT and Urological Applications

The company reports the U.S. launch the VISERA™ S OTV-S500 imaging platform, which integrates advanced diagnostic capabilities for ear nose and throat (ENT) and urology applications and offers flexibility for office and outpatient settings

September 2, 2025

Philips Launches Transcend Plus for EPIQ CVx and Affiniti CVx, Delivering Breakthrough Image Quality and FDA-cleared AI Enhancements In Cardiovascular Ultrasound

Next-generation 2D and 3D imaging and intelligent automation empower clinicians to make faster, more confident decisions in cardiac care

August 27, 2025

Akumin, Modern CT scan room with equipment

Akumin Reports: First 2 Innovative Akumin AXIS™ Expandable Patient Units Deployed at Hospital Partner Locations

Each unit features state-of-the-art PET/CT imaging technology and is purpose-built to enhance patient and staff experiences, improve workflows, and expand access to care in these communities

August 25, 2025

Hospitals In the News

MemorialCare Launches Da Vinci 5 Robotic Surgical System, Expanding Robotic Surgical Program Access Across All Hospitals in Health System

ext-generation technology enhances precision, improves patient outcomes, and expands minimally invasive surgery across Long Beach, Fountain Valley and Laguna Hills

September 9, 2025

Minimally Invasive Procedure Relieves Painful Symptoms of Knee Osteoarthritis

Results of the study were published online Aug. 12 in the Journal of Vascular Interventional Radiology.

August 14, 2025

Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center Becomes First in Southeast U.S. to Use SOUNDSTAR CRYSTAL™ Ultrasound Catheter

“This milestone is another example of how Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center invests in cardiovascular innovation,” said Erik Cazares, CEO of Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center

August 7, 2025

New Data Show Better Outcomes for Hospitalized Surgical Patients

Patients in the hospital for surgeries had better outcomes in 2024 than they did in 2019, according to a new report released today by the American Hospital Association and Vizient®

August 5, 2025