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  • Will Johnson & Johnson buy Boston Scientific?

    Will Johnson & Johnson buy Boston Scientific?
  • Needham & Co. downgrades Medtronic, Zimmer Biomet shares

    Needham & Co. downgrades Medtronic, Zimmer Biomet shares
  • Quidel, Ortho Clinical Diagnostics combine to form in vitro diagnostics company

    Quidel, Ortho Clinical Diagnostics combine to form in vitro diagnostics company
  • ‘Catastrophic explosion’ and resin shortage led Medtronic’s supply chain problems

    ‘Catastrophic explosion’ and resin shortage led Medtronic’s supply chain problems
  • Medtronic ‘hopeful’ on FDA clearance for next-gen diabetes tech in FY 2023

    Medtronic ‘hopeful’ on FDA clearance for next-gen diabetes tech in FY 2023

Today on MassDevice

  • Abbott imaging catheter recall flagged as Class I by FDA
  • Will Johnson & Johnson buy Boston Scientific?
  • Needham & Co. downgrades Medtronic, Zimmer Biomet shares
  • DoMore Diagnostics wins CE mark for AI algorithm that predicts colorectal cancer outcomes
  • Quidel, Ortho Clinical Diagnostics combine to form in vitro diagnostics company
  • Zimmer Biomet adds ESG and CEO visibility to executive’s duties
  • U of Maryland scientist to set up NIH’s new Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health

White Papers

Complimentary whitepaper: “5 Essential Steps for Medical Device Certification”

May 3, 2022 | By Nicole Johnson

Medical device certification relies on a higher level of documentation than … [Read More...] about Complimentary whitepaper: “5 Essential Steps for Medical Device Certification”

See why the Q-Sub Program is key to regulatory strategy

April 28, 2022 | By Nicole Johnson

The Q-Sub Program gives you pre-submission feedback straight from the FDA. … [Read More...] about See why the Q-Sub Program is key to regulatory strategy

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Sponsored Content

Hobson & Motzer: Investing in the Future

May 1, 2022 | By Sponsored Content

An Early Adopter Innovation is in Connecticut-based Hobson & Motzer’s DNA. Throughout the precision metal manufacturer’s 110-year history, the ability to respond to changing demands and market conditions, and to leverage evolving technologies has set it apart in the manufacturing world. “We were early adopters of jig boring, visual grinding, EDM, and wire” says company […]

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Many innovative, next-generation medical devices and components can only be made with additive manufacturing By Tyler Stark, Senior Director of Additive Manufacturing and Innovation, Spectrum Plastics Group Additive manufacturing (AM), also known as 3D printing, comprises an innovative suite of advanced technologies that enable the fabrication of a variety of components and products, with remarkably […]

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Legal News

iRhythm stays silent on federal grand jury subpoenas

More than one year after receiving the first of two federal grand jury subpoenas seeking information … [Read More...] about iRhythm stays silent on federal grand jury subpoenas

Medtronic must sell Intersect ENT subsidiary to satisfy FTC concerns

The Federal Trade Commission has issued a proposed order to require Medtronic (NYSE:MDT) to sell a … [Read More...] about Medtronic must sell Intersect ENT subsidiary to satisfy FTC concerns

DOJ subpoenas Philips over Respironics recall; CEO addresses investigation

Royal Philips (NYSE:PHG) today disclosed a Department of Justice subpoena for information related to … [Read More...] about DOJ subpoenas Philips over Respironics recall; CEO addresses investigation

California appeals court orders Johnson & Johnson to pay $302M in pelvic mesh case

A California appeals court mostly agreed that Johnson & Johnson must pay the state hundreds of … [Read More...] about California appeals court orders Johnson & Johnson to pay $302M in pelvic mesh case

Federal Circuit deals Abbott’s St. Jude Medical a setback in catheter IP case

A Federal Circuit court ruled that Abbott (NYSE:ABT) must face patent infringement claims going back … [Read More...] about Federal Circuit deals Abbott’s St. Jude Medical a setback in catheter IP case

Surgeon wins $20M verdict against J&J’s DePuy Synthes

A federal jury hit DePuy Synthes with a $20 million verdict payable to a surgeon who said the … [Read More...] about Surgeon wins $20M verdict against J&J’s DePuy Synthes

Fujifilm Sonosite files patent infringement lawsuit against Butterfly Network over handheld ultrasound

Fujifilm Sonosite announced today that it filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Butterfly … [Read More...] about Fujifilm Sonosite files patent infringement lawsuit against Butterfly Network over handheld ultrasound

In case you missed it

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  • Siemens Healthineers’ Varian faces scrutiny over environmental cleanup at former Massachusetts site
  • Baxter settles with the SEC for $18M
  • Experiments by Elon Musk’s Neuralink and UC Davis allegedly caused extreme suffering in monkeys
  • Align Technology settles patent infringement, antitrust suits with 3Shape

Mergers & Acquisitions.

Johnson & Johnson Boston Scientific

Will Johnson & Johnson buy Boston Scientific?

Needham & Co. analyst Mike Matson today upgraded his rating of Boston Scientific (NYSE:BSX) shares to Buy, partly because he thinks it’s an acquisition target for Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ). Said Matson: “If JNJ decides to acquire a large medtech company, we believe that BSX could be a good fit.” BSX shares were up more […]

QuidelOrtho Quidel Ortho Clinical Diagnostics

Quidel, Ortho Clinical Diagnostics combine to form in vitro diagnostics company

Quidel (Nasdaq:QDEL) announced today that it completed its $6 billion acquisition of Ortho Clinical Diagnostics (Nasdaq:OCDX). In December 2021, San Diego-based Quidel and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics came to an agreement under which the former would acquire the latter for $24.68 per share of common stock, using a combination of cash and newly issued shares in […]

Medtronic DaVita

Medtronic, DaVita to form new kidney care company

Medtronic (NYSE:MDT) and DaVita (NYSE:DVA) today announced the intent to form a new medical device company for kidney care. The new, independent company — dubbed “NewCo” for now — aims to enhance the patient treatment experience and improve overall outcomes for kidney care patients. According to a news release, the new company will bring together […]

A portrait of Dr. Kevin Chung, chief medical officer at SeaStar Medical

Device developer SeaStar Medical hires chief medical officer

SeaStar Medical has hired Dr. Kevin Chung as chief medical officer of the medtech developer starting July 1. Denver-based SeaStar is developing a platform therapy focused on hyperinflammation of vital organs. The company’s Selective Cytopheretic Device was designated as a breakthrough device by the FDA earlier this year. SeaStar is set to go public in the […]

Dexcom Insulet Omnipod 5 G6

Report: Dexcom in talks to acquire Insulet

Major players in the diabetes space could join forces as Dexcom (Nasdaq:DXCM) is reportedly in discussions to acquire Insulet (Nasdaq:PODD). Bloomberg reported today that people “with knowledge of the matter” have said talks are ongoing over a potential acquisition and even said an agreement could be reached “in the coming weeks.” Bloomberg’s sources preferred to remain anonymous […]

Kala Pharmaceuticals Alcon Eysuvis

Alcon to pay $60M to acquire Kala Pharmaceuticals’ dry eye treatment

Alcon (NYSE:ACL) announced today that it agreed to acquire Eysuvis pharmaceutical eye drops from Kala Pharmaceuticals. Geneva, Switzerland-based Alcon will pay $60 million upfront to Kala for the dry eye treatment. As part of the agreement, the company will also acquire Kala’s Inveltys corticosteroid for twice-per-day treatment of post-operative inflammation and pain following ocular surgery. Get the […]

Medtronic acquires Intersect ENT

Medtronic completes Intersect ENT acquisition

Medtronic (NYSE:MDT) announced that it completed its previously announced $1.1 billion acquisition of Intersect ENT (Nasdaq:XENT). Fridley, Minnesota-based Medtronic announced in August 2021 that it would acquire all outstanding shares of the Menlo Park, California-based sinus implant maker for $28.25 per share in an all-cash transaction. As a result of the transaction, Medtronic acquires Intersect […]

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