South Africa has taken a significant step toward self-sufficiency in healthcare with the introduction of a groundbreaking master plan for its medical technology sector. Prompted by the stark challenges faced during the Covid-19 pandemic, the South African Department of Trade, Industry, and
The acceleration of the Medical Device Contract Manufacturing industry encapsulates a compelling transformation within the healthcare sector. As it progresses from a valuation of USD 75,220 million in 2022 to a remarkable USD 131,660 million by 2029, the pace at which it expands, boasting an 8.3%
A Strategic Shift to Strengthen Core Operations In the competitive world of medical technology, Masimo Corporation has made a bold decision to separate its consumer business from its core healthcare technology segment. This move is aimed at intensifying the company's focus on healthcare excellence
A New Contender in Pulsed Field Ablation Johnson & Johnson has propelled itself into the arena of cardiac health with its latest innovation—the Varipulse pulsed field ablation (PFA) system. Being developed by its subsidiary Biosense Webster, Varipulse represents a significant advance in the
The Ethical Debate Surrounding ESDs The FDA's renewed attempt to ban electrical stimulation devices (ESDs) has once again ignited a critical debate on the balance between therapy and ethics in the treatment of individuals with disabilities. Proponents of the ban highlight numerous cases where these
Medical device regulation in the U.S. is a detailed and stringent process overseen by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Manufacturers and distributors aiming to navigate this landscape must be well-versed in the FDA's requirements. The initial step is to establish whether a product fits the
