Medical Device Network

GE HealthCare is rolling out a new computed tomography (CT) system to support practitioners in diagnosing complex coronary artery disease (CAD) cases. Jean.luc Procaccini, president and CEO of molecular imaging and computed tomography at GE HealthCare, commented: “Expanding access to CCTA is crucial for managing the rising prevalence of CVD, ensuring timely and accurate diagnoses for a larger patient population. Our introduction of Revolution Vibe underscores our commitment to this mission.” Click here for the full article - https://lnkd.in/dM7XEGdN #medicaldevice #medtech #medicalimaging #medicaltechnology

Swedish company Sigrid Therapeutics ’s weight loss product has been recognised by the US Food and Drug Administration as a medical food. Speaking with Medical Device Network, co-founder & CEO of Sigrid Therapeutics, Sana Alajmovic, detailed how it is looking to take a piece of the market left behind by traditional GLP1 therapies. Click here or the full article - https://lnkd.in/dGDg8ymP #medicalfood #GLP1 #weighlossdrugs #obesity

Although AI chatbots promise to change every aspect of psychological therapy, AI lacks the emotional intelligence and empathy of human therapy. Click here for the full article - https://lnkd.in/d_uVfFMH #medicaldevice #medtech #mentalhealth #ai #chatbots

GE HealthCare’s newest offering from its automated ultrasound system line represents a significant advancement in breast cancer screening, according to market analysis. Graysen Vigneux, PhD, Medical Analyst at GlobalData Healthcare, comments: “For patients with dense breast tissue, where mammography alone may be insufficient, [GE HealthCare’s technology] provides a critical additional layer of detection, improving diagnostic accuracy and potentially saving lives.” Click here for the full article - https://lnkd.in/d4CEVg2z #medicaldevice #medtech #medicalimaging #oncology #breastcancer

Artificial intelligence (AI) is showing “great promise in enhancing clinical decision-making,” according to a new report. GlobalData Healthcare’s The Future of Work in Healthcare report details that AI can be used to help improve both disease diagnosis and treatment plans, leading to better patient outcomes. It notes in particular the use of the technology for helping to interpret visual data like scans and to determine therapy approaches. Click here for the article - https://lnkd.in/dSDSUx8v Click here to purchase the report - https://lnkd.in/dbnVCvEx.. #medicaldevice #futureofwork #medtech #clinicaltrials #clinicalresearch #ai #aiinhealthcare #healthcare

Alcon has signed a definitive merger agreement to acquire LENSAR, Inc. to enhance its portfolio of cataract equipment and technology. Alcon CEO David Endicott said: “We are excited for the opportunity to bring Lensar’s unique next-generation technologies and intellectual property into our innovative, market-leading equipment portfolio. By leveraging our global footprint, we have the opportunity to deliver the benefits of advanced femtosecond laser technology to many more surgeons around the world and continue to improve efficiency in cataract surgery.” Lensar CEO Nick Curtis said: “Our focus has been on providing surgeons with breakthrough laser technology in cataract surgery for today and tomorrow.” Click here for the full article - https://lnkd.in/dyi_tkYg #medicaldevice #medtech #cataract #medicaltechnology

Abbott’s continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) device, the FreeStyle Libre, has been integrated with Glooko’s digital platform for diabetes management. Glooko CEO Mike Alvarez commented: “With this integration, Glooko continues to enhance its interoperability capabilities, providing healthcare systems with the data they need to make more informed decisions and improve patient outcomes.” Click here for the full article - https://lnkd.in/dxKCmDsv #medicaldevice #medtech #diabetes #glucosemonitoring #CGM

Dive below the surface with this insightful article from Formacoat, LLC on how manufacturing engineers are revolutionizing medical device coatings! From enhancing durability to ensuring biocompatibility, these innovations are shaping the future of healthcare. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dzHiDWxk A must-read for anyone in #MedTech, #Manufacturing, or #Engineering! #HealthcareInnovation #MedicalDevices #EngineeringExcellence #Biocompatibility #ManufacturingEngineering

The world’s most recognisable earbuds just got an upgrade – Apple released a new hearing test and hearing aid feature to help those with mild and moderate forms of hearing loss. Medical Device Network spoke to the Royal National Institute for Deaf People’s ( RNID ) audiology manager Franki Oliver to find out more. Click here for the full article - https://lnkd.in/dK26B65G #medicaldevice #medtech #hearingaids

While initially expensive due to high upfront costs, robotic surgery demonstrates long-term cost-effectiveness. Click here for the full article - https://lnkd.in/dWKFSG4n #medicaldevice #medtech #medicalrobotics #surgicalrobotics #roboticsurgery #orthopaedics #robotics