Nihon Kohden (TYO:6849) announced the U.S. launch of its Life Scope SVM-7200 series vital signs monitor for outpatient facilities and beds that aren’t continuously monitored. The Life Scope SVM-7200 is designed to provide customizable early warning scoring to help clinicians identify patients who are deteriorating or at risk of deterioration. It combines vital signs data with […]
Nihon Kohden introduces ventilator for lung protection
Nihon Kohden (TYO:6849) said today that it has launched its new NKV-550 series ventilator system for all ages. The Tokyo-based company said its new ventilator system offers a full suite of applications necessary in a critical care setting when treating patients from neonate through adult ages. The NKV-550 features an integrated touchscreen, intuitive user interface and […]
Nihon Kohden launches EEG device
Nihon Kohden (TYO:6849) today said it launched its VitalEEG wireless electroencephalogram headset in the U.S. The EEG system quickly evaluates brain-wave information of unconscious patients. It is designed for quick setup and efficient placement of electrodes within five minutes to allow clinicians to quickly assess brain health and determine the best treatment options for unconscious patients, […]
What is the future of medtech in 2018?
Some of the largest medtech companies showed in 2017 that they are ready to grow through embrace the new healthcare ecosystem. Medical device companies are putting greater emphasis on value-based. They’re putting more attention to clinical and economic research and adopting digital products that incorporate machine learning and data integration. Questions, though, still remain as […]
Nihon Kohden wins $35m patient monitoring deal with US Defense Dept.
The American division of Japan’s Nihon Kohden (TYO:6849) won a Pentagon contract worth more than $35.3 million, the U.S. Defense Dept. said yesterday. The 1-year deal, which has 8 1-year extension options, calls for Irvine, Calif.-based Nihon Kohden America to supply the U.S. Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine Corps and federal civilian agencies with its patient monitoring equipment, […]
GPOs: Nihon Kohden inks deal with Novation
Nihon Kohden (TYO:6849) said Tuesday they signed a 3-year group purchase order agreement with healthcare service company Novation. The deal positions Japan-based Nihon Kohden to provide Novation with sleep assessment and neurodiagnostic services and equipment. The contract became effective July 1st, according to the companies. “We are honored to be a partner with Novation, as our […]
Ex-Monarch Medical CEO Wilson lands at Nihon Kohden | Personnel Moves
Nihon Kohden lands $27.5M U.S. Defense Dept. deal
The U.S. Defense Dept. extended its deal with Nihon Kohden (TYO:6849) for a 2nd year, the agency said last week.
Nihon Kohden grabs Defibtech | Wall Street Beat
VCs press Senate on “IPO On Ramp” bill | Wall Street Beat
The National Venture Capital Assn. is spearheading a drive to get a bill through the U.S. Senate that would make it easier for small companies to raise money by going public.
The "IPO On Ramp" measure would ease the regulatory requirements for IPOs and temporarily reduce the reporting burdens imposed by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
GE Healthcare announces layoffs in Vermont | MassDevice.com On Call
Updated March 7, 2012, at 1:30 p.m. with comments from GE Healthcare.
MASSDEVICE ON CALL — GE Healthcare (NYSE: GE) announced another round of layoffs at its South Burlington, Vt., facility, a move it said is a result of declining demand for health care IT and performance solutions businesses.
The move is the "subsequent action" of layoffs numbering around 50 workers at the same facility last month, GE spokesman Corey Miller told MassDevice.
