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AI in MedTech: 1,000 FDA Approvals and a Decade of Disruption
The FDA has approved nearly 1,000 AI-enabled medical devices in the past decade, marking a significant shift toward smarter, more efficient, and personalized healthcare technologies.
Madeleine DeSpirito
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Scalpel Meets Silicon: AI Trains Robots to Master Surgery from Video Alone
Researchers used surgical videos and AI similar to ChatGPT to train a robot to perform basic surgical tasks with precision and adaptability, potentially transforming robotic surgery.
Madeleine DeSpirito
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Medtronic gets FDA approval to use Simplera Sync glucose sensor with insulin pumps
Medtronic’s Simplera Sync glucose sensor has been FDA-approved for use with its 780G insulin pumps, marking a key step in the company’s push to grow its diabetes business through smarter, more integrated insulin delivery.
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 251 min read
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FDA issues early alert for BD catheters due to leaks
The FDA issued an early alert for BD’s PowerPICC catheters due to cracking and leakage risks, prompting a recall after reports of 10 serious injuries linked to material fatigue.
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 251 min read
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Field Medical raises $40M for PFA in ventricular tachycardia
Field Medical raised $40 million to advance its pulsed field ablation technology for ventricular tachycardia, aiming to address a major unmet need in cardiac arrhythmia treatment.
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 251 min read
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Medtronic Seeks FDA Clearance for Interoperable Insulin Pump, Deepening Partnership with Abbott
Medtronic has filed for FDA clearance to make its MiniMed 780G insulin pump interoperable with glucose sensors developed by Abbott, a...
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 251 min read
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A Complete Guide to Classifying Your Medical Device for FDA Approval
Properly classifying your medical device is a crucial first step in the FDA approval process, as it determines regulatory requirements, timelines, and the appropriate pathway for market entry.
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 241 min read
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Navigating the FDA Review Process: What to Expect After Submitting Your Medical Device Application
The FDA 510(k) review process follows four main stages—Acknowledgment, Acceptance, Substantive Review, and Decision Letter—each with specific timelines and expectations that determine whether a device is cleared for market.
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 231 min read
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Precision Neuroscience receives FDA clearance for brain implant
Precision Neuroscience has received FDA clearance for its Layer 7 Cortical Interface, a brain implant that can be used for up to 30 days to map brain activity, marking a key step toward developing its wireless brain-computer interface system.
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 201 min read
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How to Create an Effective Quality Management System (QMS) for Medical Devices
A robust Quality Management System (QMS) is essential for medical device manufacturers to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, improve product quality, and manage risk throughout the product lifecycle.
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 201 min read
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Edwards receives CE mark for Sapien M3 mitral valve replacement device
Edwards Lifesciences has received CE mark approval in Europe for its Sapien M3 transcatheter mitral valve replacement system, expanding its mitral and tricuspid therapy portfolio as it targets $2 billion in global sales by 2030.
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 201 min read
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Illumina, Tempus AI partner to drive genomic testing beyond cancer
Illumina and Tempus AI have partnered to expand the use of genomic testing and precision medicine beyond oncology into broader disease areas like cardiology, neurology, and rare disorders.
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 201 min read
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Which FDA Pathway is Right for Your Medical Device?
Understanding whether your medical device qualifies for the 510(k), PMA, or De Novo FDA pathway is crucial for ensuring a smooth, compliant market entry based on its risk level, novelty, and intended use.
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 201 min read
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Ceribell wins FDA nod for algorithm to detect pediatric seizures
Ceribell has gained FDA 510(k) clearance to use its Clarity seizure detection algorithm on pediatric patients aged one year and older....
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 201 min read
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Step-by-Step: How to Prepare a Successful 510(k) Submission
The enactment of the 1976 Medical Device Amendments (MDA) to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic (FD&C) Act first gave the FDA authority to regulate medical devices.
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 135 min read
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Dexcom nets FDA clearance for 15-day CGM
Healthcare professionals reviewing protocols, reflecting the FDA's commitment to safety and collaboration in medical advancements.
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 131 min read
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Pharma bosses face down investor angst on tariffs, HHS chaos
As the first quarter earnings season begins, pharmaceutical executives are grappling with multiple sources of market instability, including the looming threat of U.S. tariffs on drugs and significant disruptions within federal health agencies.
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 131 min read
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Intuitive wins FDA clearance for single-port robotic surgery stapler
A gloved hand holds a syringe filled with yellow liquid, injecting it into a red apple alongside two other syringes containing different...
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 131 min read
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Teleflex to close Minnesota facility, cut 101 employees
Teleflex is closing its Maple Grove, Minnesota manufacturing facility by March 2026, resulting in the loss of 101 jobs, as part of a restructuring effort following the company's announcement to split into two public entities.
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 131 min read
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Building a Design History File (DHF): Key Documentation for FDA Compliance
A Design History File (DHF) is a crucial component of medical device development.
Madeleine DeSpirito
Apr 132 min read
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