Say hello to MassDevice +3, a bite-sized view of the top three med-tech stories of the day. This feature of MassDevice.com’s coverage highlights our 3 biggest and most influential stories from the day’s news to make sure you’re up to date on the headlines that continue to shape the medical device industry.
3. CareFusion puts $100M in Israeli infusion pumps
California-based CareFusion plans to dole out $100 million for a 40% stake in Israeli infusion pump maker Caesarea Medical Electronics.
2. Hologic hands corner office to former Stryker chief, takes on 2 Icahn board members
Hologic hands former Stryker CEO Steven MacMillan the keys to the corner office, agrees to take on 2 new board members to pacify an activist investor and enlists a new scientific advisor.
1. Medtech M&A: Covidien’s $860M buyout sends Given Imaging’s stock soaring
Covidien agrees to acquire Given Imaging for about $860 million in cash, sending Wall Street into a frenzy over GIVN shares.
