Laying the groundwork for innovation “If you look at history, innovation doesn’t come just from giving people incentives; it comes from creating environments where their ideas can connect.“ Steven Johnson, Science author & media theorist The UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has outlined a comprehensive plan to forge a new regulatory framework … Continued
As we step into 2024, the MedTech industry finds itself at the crossroads of evolving regulations in the European Union (EU). Staying ahead of the curve is imperative for regulatory departments to ensure compliance and secure their products’ standing in the market. In this article, we shed light on the prominent regulatory changes anticipated in … Continued
Enspectra Health, a pioneering health tech company, celebrates FDA 510(k) clearance for the groundbreaking VIO System. Unleashing a new era in noninvasive imaging, VIO integrates reflectance confocal and multiphoton microscopy for swift, high-resolution skin imaging. FDA-Cleared! Groundbreaking VIO system Enspectra Health, a leading health tech company, has proudly announced the receipt of US FDA 510(k) … Continued
Exciting news! FDA has cleared Qvin’s Q-Pad™ Menstrual Blood Test, a revolutionary, non-invasive test. This groundbreaking advancement empowers millions of women to monitor their health markers conveniently at home, securing a much-needed milestone for FemTech and women’s health. FDA-cleared innovation for women’s health and accessibility Qvin, a leading biotech firm, achieved FDA clearance for Q-Pad™, … Continued
Clinicy, a healthtech startup based in Saudi Arabia, has successfully secured a substantial seven-figure investment in its Series A funding round. Having already served one million patients and counting, Clinicy’s innovative solutions are poised to further revolutionise healthcare delivery in Saudi Arabia and beyond. Led by Middle East Venture Partners (MEVP), a prominent venture capital … Continued
“Plans are useless, but planning is indispensable.” – Dwight D. Eisenhower Military officer, statesman and United States president. Even the most meticulously crafted plans can crumble. Startups can collapse, partnerships can dissolve. Exemplified by Medtronic’s recent shift in strategy regarding the acquisition of EOFlow, this is the unvarnished truth in any industry striving to make … Continued
At COP28 in Dubai, health finally claimed its spot on the climate change agenda, a recognition long overdue, according to health advocates. With global leaders gathering for COP28, a significant milestone unfolded with the introduction of the first “health day” at the annual UN climate summit on December 3rd. Health takes centre stage at COP28 … Continued
In 2023, AI seized attention, notably in healthcare with substantial growth. Shifting to patient care, a crucial question arises: “Is there equitable reimbursement for patients?” This emphasises the imperative of equitably distributing AI benefits, especially for enhancing patient care. At the Med-Tech World Summit in Malta last October, Kelvin Health’s CEO, Georgi Kadrev, presented a … Continued
Harald Ott MD, MBA, Founder and CEO of IVIVA Medical, discussed his biomedical startup’s goal to develop an artificial, bio-identical, implantable organ during Med-Tech World at the Mediterranean Conference Centre. The odds are not in our favour. “Your chance of being struck by lightning in a lifetime is 1 in 10,000. The odds of facing … Continued
Addressing a substantial global unmet need in endovascular aortic disease repair (EVAR/TEVAR), VESTECK, Inc. is delighted to announce the successful completion of two additional clinical cases, marking a significant stride in the field. The ‘SUTURE-TIGHT’ tm device has empowered clinicians to secure EVAR grafts, with the ultimate goal of making a positive impact on individuals’ … Continued
