Smith+Nephew announced today that it launched its Legion hinged knee (HK) system with Oxinium implant technology in the U.S. The company says its system delivers the durability of metals, wear resistance of ceramics and corrosion resistance better than both. London-based Smith+Nephew’s Oxinium (oxidized zirconium) implant technology offers lower inflammatory response, superior wear resistance and reduced […]
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BioIntellisense wins FDA nod for BioButton multi-patient wearable monitor
BioIntelliSense announced today that it received FDA clearance for its rechargeable BioButton multi-patient wearable and BioDashboard system. The BioButton device expands the company’s portfolio of continuous patient monitoring solutions with a rechargeable, reusable inpatient solution. It automates vital sign collection across medical surgical units, specialty care areas and emergency departments. The company says it delivers […]
FDA clears Surmodics’ Pounce XL thrombectomy system
Surmodics (Nasdaq:SRDX) announced today that it received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Pounce XL thrombectomy system. The FDA indicated Pounce XL for the non-surgical removal of thrombi and emboli from the peripheral arterial vasculature in vessels 5.5–10 mm in diameter. That makes it suitable for iliac, femoral, and other arteries within this range. Pounce XL […]
Johnson & Johnson is laying off more than 200 employees in New Jersey
Johnson & Johnson intends to eliminate hundreds of positions in New Jersey, according to the state’s WARN notice archive. The New Jersey-based company filed with the state to confirm its plan to lay off 231 employees in New Brunswick, where its headquarters are located. It posted the WARN notice in September and listed the effective […]
Stryker continues layoffs at Florida facility
Layoffs at a Stryker plant in Florida continue as the company says it plans to eliminate hundreds more jobs. The layoffs come as part of a program of workforce reductions at the facility located at 5300 Region Court, Lakeland, Florida, 33815. For now, the latest WARN notice lists another six positions eliminated. But Stryker expects […]
The top 10 surgical robotics stories of the year so far
Surgical robotics has been a hot topic within the medtech space, and it doesn’t seem like it’s stopping any time soon. Over the course of 2024, we’ve seen all kinds of stories across surgical robotics. From regulatory nods and product launches to recalls and warning letters, plus some M&A in between, the surgical robotics space […]
New California law aims to protect brain data
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a new law over the weekend that protects brain data from being misused by neurotechnology companies. The new law is an amendment to the state’s consumer privacy law that took effect on January 1, 2020. It targets consumer technology products that monitor and record brain data, according to the New […]
GE HealthCare closes purchase of Intelligent Ultrasound’s clinical AI business
Intelligent Ultrasound Group announced today that it completed the sale of its clinical AI business to GE HealthCare . This business offers integrated, AI-driven image analysis tools designed to make ultrasound smarter and more efficient. The transaction excludes Intelligent Ultrasound’s NeedleTrainer products and its simulation business. GE HealthCare said in July that it agreed to […]
Stryker completes acquisition of Vertos Medical
Stryker announced today that it completed its acquisition of pain management solution developer Vertos Medical. Portage, Michigan–based Stryker said in August that it agreed to purchase the privately held company for an undisclosed amount. It marked the second acquisition announced by Stryker in August alone. The orthopedic giant continues to make M&A moves across multiple […]
Surgar raises $12.3M for augmented reality solution for minimally invasive surgery
Surgar announced that it closed a $12.3 million (€11 million) funding round to support its augmented reality software for surgery. The France-based company develops augmented reality software that combines computer vision and AI. It merges the patient’s digital twin (obtained through MRI and CT scans) with a minimally invasive (laparoscopic) view in real-time. This enables […]
ResMed launches new patient-centric digital solutions for sleep apnea
ResMed today announced new patient-centric products designed to enhance therapy for sleep apnea patients. The new innovations from the sleep apnea therapy maker integrate with digital wearable devices and generative AI. San Diego-based ResMed said they aim to provide a more personalized sleep health experience while improving overall health. The company cited a recent survey […]
