November 18, 2024- Johnson & Johnson MedTech announced that the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the OTTAVA™ robotic surgical system investigational device exemption (IDE), which allows the clinical trial to begin at U.S. sites. The Company will now prepare clinical trial sites to receive OTTAVA systems, enroll patients, and begin surgical … [Read more...]

November 18, 2024- Vizient, Inc. announced that it has finalized new and renewed provider agreements for quarter three of 2024. These contracts affirm Vizient’s commitment to supporting healthcare providers in delivering exceptional care in their communities. The new and renewed customer agreements include: Vizient is the nation’s largest provider-driven healthcare … [Read more...]

November 18, 2024- KARL STORZ is proud to announce that the IMAGE1 S® CONNECT II camera control unit has earned certification to UL 2900-2-1 through the UL Cybersecurity Assurance Program. UL 2900-2-1 is a national consensus standard published by the American National Standards Institute and recognized by the FDA as a path to fulfilling the agency’s cybersecurity testing … [Read more...]

November 15, 2024- Baxter announced in a November 14 press release that the company restarted a second IV solutions manufacturing line this week, as previously projected. Together with the line restarted the week of Oct. 28, these two lines represent – at their peak operation (prior to Hurricane Helene) – approximately 50% of the site’s total production and approximately 85% of … [Read more...]

November 15, 2024- Amazon One Medical Pay-per-visit has introduced new telehealth options, including clinical treatments for common health and lifestyle conditions, as of November 14. According to a press release, Amazon is introducing low, clear upfront pricing for clinical visits and treatment plans, as well as medication delivery for Prime members for a range of common … [Read more...]

November 15, 2024- Midmark Corp. has announced five technical scholarships for graduating high school seniors who are residents of Darke, Miami, Mercer, Auglaize, or Shelby County high schools. The scholarships are aimed at students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer information systems, computer … [Read more...]

November 15, 2024- Cardinal Health’s Global Medical Products and Distribution business recently celebrated the grand opening of its new Scientific Services Chemistry Center, a state-of-the-art testing and FDA-regulated laboratory located within its Mansfield, Massachusetts, office. The Chemistry Center includes nearly 26,000 square feet of lab space dedicated to innovation and … [Read more...]

November 15, 2024- Sg2, a Vizient company, has published a white paper on the effects of the rapid increase in cardiovascular disease and the related challenge of timely patient access to lifesaving interventions such as transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedures. The paper, “The Rising Tide of Cardiovascular Disease: A Looming Crisis for Cardiovascular … [Read more...]

November 14, 2024- Global Healthcare Exchange (GHX) announced that early registration has opened for its annual GHX Summit. In 2025, GHX will proudly celebrate 25 years of innovation and excellence in healthcare supply chain management, marking both the company’s milestone anniversary and the quarter-century legacy of its annual customer and industry event. Next year’s GHX … [Read more...]

November 14, 2024- Vizient, Inc. assesses coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) techniques and costs as well as factors affecting orthopedic procedures in non-acute settings in the latest Medical Device Tech Watch. The publication also reviews advancements in internal leg lengthening for children with congenital femoral deficiency. Featured articles include: Coronary … [Read more...]