Medtech Matters
140 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsA podcast focused on the medical device technology industry, from design and development to outsourcing services and relationships to finished medtech products.
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Analyzing ECRI’s 2024 Top 10 Health Technology Hazards
March 19, 2024 12:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we’re looking at the latest annual list put out by ECRI, an independent authority on healthcare technology and safety, on their top 10 health technology hazards for 2024. The full list is available at the organization’s website, which is at www.ecri.org. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: What is ECRI and what is the purpose of this list? Number one on the list is m...
Examining Institutional Review Boards
March 06, 2024 16:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we’re looking at IRBs, or institutional review boards. We’re taking a look at what these are, how they relate to medical device approvals, and why they are important. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: Could you please explain what an IRB or institutional review board is? If I’m a device maker and am looking to conduct a clinical trial for one of my devices, do I ne...
Reimbursing Breakthrough Designation Products
January 02, 2024 13:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we examine the journey that’s occurred with regard to getting reimbursement tied to the FDA’s Breakthrough Designation Program (BDP). It’s been planned, called off by CMS, put into proposed legislation, but we still don’t have a definitive solution. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: Can you please explain what the Breakthrough Device Designation program is? When di...
Strengthening the 510k Program
December 19, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we take a look at guidances published by FDA regarding the 510k regulatory pathway. The subject matter of the three were: best practices for selecting a predicate device, the need for clinical data in a submission, and evidentiary expectations with implanted devices. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: Can you please provide a brief explanation of the 510k pathway? W...
Medical Device Manufacturing Recalls
October 03, 2023 12:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we take a look at the recent rise in recalls that are being tied back to manufacturing issues. The discussion explores the recall mechanism itself and then move to the details behind the numbers. Finally, a strategy for mitigating risk is shared to help manufacturers avoid the potential for recalls. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: Before we get into the reasons ar...
AI Predetermined Change Control Plan
September 19, 2023 12:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we take a look at a guidance from the FDA that explains how product sponsors can submit a predetermined change control plan for artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies. These are critical as these types of software evolve over time to enhance the benefits they bring. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: Can you please give a brief overview of what an ...
Can You Use a Recalled Device as a Predicate?
June 20, 2023 16:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we examine the FDA policy regarding the use of a recalled device as a predicate in a 510k submission. Is it a good idea? What considerations are there for doing so? Specifically, the following questions are addressed: First, would you please explain the various levels of a recall as it relates to a medical device and what each level means? Can you quickly remind us of how a predicate...
Leading Issues from FDA Inspections (or History Repeating Itself)
April 04, 2023 12:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we look at the 483s and warning letters that resulted from FDA inspections in 2022. The list is alarmingly similar to previous years and the discussion explores why that’s the case. The discussion also centers around ways device manufacturers can avoid making many of these same mistakes that get other companies into trouble with the agency. Specifically, the following questions are add...
To Regulate or Not to Regulate…LDTs, Part 2
February 07, 2023 13:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we continue to discuss lab developed tests (LDTs) and whether or not the FDA should have the authority to regulate them. How would FDA oversight impact quality and timeliness of care? How do LDTs relate to what happened with Theranos? Specifically, the following questions are addressed between the two parts of this podcast presentation: Can you start today’s conversation by explaining...
To Regulate or Not to Regulate…Lab Developed Tests, Part 1
January 31, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we look at the debate over lab developed tests (LDTs) and whether or not the FDA should have the authority to regulate them. What would this type of oversight do to the need for speed with these types of tests? Would FDA supervision make things safer and also avoid future situations like the Theranos debacle? Specifically, the following questions are addressed between the two parts of ...
What Happens When the EUA Period Ends?
December 13, 2022 14:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we look at what happens to products on the market under the FDA’s emergency use authorization (EUA). Once the EUA period ends, what happens to these products? As President Biden has already declared the pandemic to be over, this timeframe will be approaching quickly. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: Could you please explain what an EUA is within the regulatory cont...
What Does 510k Exempt Actually Mean?
November 29, 2022 14:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we look at the FDA’s use of the word “exempt” and what it means for medical device manufacturers. During this discussion, we look at the relationship between 510k exempt and Class of device. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: Could you please explain what 510k exempt actually means? Are all Class I medical devices exempt and all Class II devices not exempt? What’s ...
How Can Off-Label Use Be Promoted?
November 15, 2022 14:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we look at how a company can promote the off-label use of a medical device. It would seem to go against FDA regulation to do so, but there are acceptable methods that can be utilized that essentially promote the off-label use. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: Since this discussion came out of the last podcast on intended use, can you give a very quick summation of ...
FDA's Intended Use Rule’s Relation to Labeling
November 01, 2022 12:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we look at the FDA’s Intended Use rule and how it impacts device labeling. It is also revealed how labeling can be used by medical device OEMs as a competitive advantage. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: Could you please explain exactly what we mean by labeling, and further, clarify the difference between high level and low level labeling? How can labeling, both h...
Gaining an Advantage Through Class II Special Controls
October 25, 2022 12:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we look at the Special Controls that are part of the FDA’s regulatory requirements for Class II devices. During the conversation, the purpose of these Special Controls is presented. Additionally, ways to use these regulatory requirements to gain a competitive advantage is also discussed. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: Would you please explain what we mean by Spec...
FDA’s Refuse to Accept Policy for 510(k)s
October 18, 2022 12:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we look at the FDA’s policy known as Refuse to Accept (RTA) as it relates to 510k submissions. Sadly, some companies are rejected due to Refuse to Accept as many as three times, which is a completely avoidable problem. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: Please start with an explanation of the FDA’s review process. What happens after the agency receives a submission? ...
Initiating a Voluntary Medical Device Recall
October 11, 2022 12:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we examine medical device recalls. More specifically, the focus of the discussion is on voluntary recalls, why they occur, and why companies need to be ready to conduct a recall. The FDA’s involvement with a recall is also presented as well as what “recall ready” means. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: Can you start by explaining what a voluntary recall is and why ...
A Letter to File Deep Dive
October 04, 2022 12:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we take a deep dive on the letter to file tool that companies can use for certain situations. But what are those situation and how do you know when it’s appropriate to use this pathway? Also, how do you ensure you are using a letter to file correctly so as to avoid challenges that could arise with the FDA? Specifically, the following questions are addressed: While we’ve mentioned lett...
Humacyte’s Bioengineered Tissue Platform Technology
March 08, 2022 14:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Dr. Juliana Blum, Co-founder and Executive Vice President of Corporate Development at Humacyte. She speaks to the technology behind their regenerative solution and how it can be leveraged as a technology platform to fulfill a variety of bioengineered tissue needs. Specifically, the following questions are addressed. What is Humacyte and tell us a bit...
Koya Medical Restores Mobility for Compression Therapy Patients
March 01, 2022 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Andy Doraiswamy, founder and CEO of Koya Medical. He highlights the benefits of his company’s compression therapy solution, which can be accomplished while the patient remains mobile and active. Specifically, the following questions are addressed. What is Koya Medical and what is your clinical focus area? You recently gained clearance for the Dayspr...
NeuroPace’s Aid in Tracking and Treating Epilepsy
February 22, 2022 14:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Mike Favet, CEO of NeuroPace. He offers insights into how his technology helps those suffering with epilepsy. In addition, he provides an explanation of the firm’s nSight Platform. Finally, he talks about the partnership with another organization focused on epilepsy and how it integrates with his firm’s technologies. Specifically, the following questi...
Aidoc Is Improving Patient Outcomes Through AI
February 15, 2022 14:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Elad Walach, Co-Founder and CEO of Aidoc. He explains how artificial intelligence is being leveraged to assist radiologists in diagnosing conditions that weren’t originally even being sought. The Aidoc software constantly runs in the background of the imaging system to examine all patient scans without any further direction or commands. Specifically, ...
Aidoc Gives Radiologists a Second Pair of Eyes
February 15, 2022 14:00 - 21 minutes - 9.85 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Elad Walach, Co-Founder and CEO of Aidoc. He explains how artificial intelligence is being leveraged to assist radiologists in diagnosing conditions that weren’t originally even being sought. The Aidoc software constantly runs in the background of the imaging system to examine all patient scans without any further direction or commands. Specifically, ...
Performing a Gap Analysis on FDA's Regulatory Protocols
February 08, 2022 14:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we highlight a number of areas in which the agency’s regulatory oversight could be considered lacking. If the agency incorporated the highlighted ideas from this podcast, might it smooth the pathway to market for some products? Might it enhance communication with the FDA? Could they be welcome additions? Specifically, the following questions are addressed: Can you please take a minute...
Missing Regulatory Protocols
February 08, 2022 14:00 - 43 minutes - 20 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we highlight a number of areas in which the agency’s regulatory oversight could be considered lacking. If the agency incorporated the highlighted ideas from this podcast, might it smooth the pathway to market for some products? Might it enhance communication with the FDA? Could they be welcome additions? Specifically, the following questions are addressed: Can you please take a minute...
Stereotaxis’ Robotic Surgery System for Interventional Procedures
February 01, 2022 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with David Fischel, CEO of Stereotaxis. He explains how his robotic surgical system works and what makes it unique from other systems on the market. He also speaks about the additional benefits that could be realized for interventional technology as a result of his system’s ability to “pull” the catether through the patient’s vasculature. Specifically, the...
Fighting Tumors with Varian’s FLASH Technology
January 27, 2022 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Dr. Deepak Khuntia, chief medical officer and senior VP of Medical Affairs at Varian. He offers insights on the company’s FLASH technology* and the significant differences between it and other radiation treatment systems. Dr. Khuntia also provides information about a clinical trial taking place to better understand the effect the FLASH system has on s...
RSIP Vision’s Diagnostic Imaging Advancements
January 25, 2022 14:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Moshe Safran, CEO of RSIP Vision U.S. He shares technology advancements and his thoughts about them as related to the imaging field. Of note is his comments on 3D reconstruction as well as the impact artificial intelligence is having on the space. Specifically, the following questions are addressed. What is RSIP Vision and what is your area of focus?...
FDA’s Cybersecurity Playbook
January 20, 2022 14:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we discuss a recent offering put out by the FDA in conjunction with the Medical Device Innovation Consortium and MITRE. It is a playbook for device makers to involve threat modeling of medical devices in its approach to cybersecurity. Best practices for addressing cybersecurity of medical devices is also covered. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: Can you start thing...
Video Capture of Surgery with Theator
January 18, 2022 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Dr. Tamir Wolf, CEO and Co-Founder of Theator. He discusses his company and why capturing a video record of a surgery is beneficial to physicians. He speaks to the educational advantages that can be realized and also talks about the legal implications of using his technology in a malpractice suit. Specifically, the following questions are addressed. ...
GE Healthcare’s Chief Digital Officer’s 2022 Predictions
January 13, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Amit Phadnis, chief digital officer at GE Healthcare. He makes several predictions for the new year about how technology will impact the delivery of healthcare. Topics of discussion include the reduction of burnout among healthcare workers, continued integration and understanding of AI, reduction of healthcare inequalities, acceleration of telehealth,...
DePuy Synthes Strives for Knee Restoration
January 11, 2022 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Andrew Ekdahl, worldwide president of joint reconstruction at DePuy Synthes. He offers insight on the company’s approach to knee replacement, blending a number of technologies to achieve a restoration. Ekdahl also speaks to the impact newer innovations, such as robotic-assisted surgical technologies and data driven solutions, have on knee implants. Sp...
Femasys Targets Fertility and Women’s Health
January 06, 2022 14:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Kathy Lee-Sepsick, founder and CEO of Femasys. She provides an overview of how the company’s technology is helping women who are dealing with infertility. She also speaks about a device that enables a non-surgical means of permanent birth control. Specifically, the following questions are addressed. Can you please start off by giving us a little insi...
Front Line’s COBRA-OS Helps Prevent Bleed Out
January 04, 2022 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Dr. Asha Parekh, a biomedical engineer and CEO of Front Line Medical. She explains how the COBRA-OS can stop internal bleeding to prevent patients from dying due to loss of blood. She also explains how the technology differs from current treatment methods. Specifically, the following questions are addressed. Can you please start by telling us a littl...
Pristine Surgical’s Single-Use Endoscopes
December 14, 2021 14:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Bryan Lord, CEO and co-Founder of Pristine Surgical. He provides a number of reasons why disposable endoscopes should be indicated for medical procedures. Lord also highlights some of the challenges with reusable scopes and how single-use solutions help to eliminate them. Specifically, the following questions are addressed. Let’s start with a quick o...
Discussing Spine with Medtronic's Carlton Weatherby
November 30, 2021 14:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Carlton Weatherby, vice president and general manager of Spine and Biologics at Medtronic. He provides insight on why the organization acquired Mazor and Titan Spine, the strategy for the division to address more of the care continuum, and how trends are being addressed such as AI, data, and MIS. Specifically, the following questions are addressed. M...
Aligning Regulatory and Commercial Strategies
November 16, 2021 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we look at ways in which medical device manufacturers can benefit from a commercial strategy standpoint through the leveraging of its regulatory strategy. Knowing how to make the regulatory process more challenging to help prevent “me too” products to reach the market can be a commercial advantage for medtech firms. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: First, why don’t...
Medtech Manufacturing at the U.S.-Mexico Border
November 09, 2021 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Jackie Butler, director of BIO El Paso – Juarez, and Philip Morton, product development lab manager at MCA. They offer insights on how strong the region has been in supporting medical device manufacturers and how their organizations is only building upon that foundation. They explain the benefits of the organizations and the services they provide—free...
Surgical Instrumentation Update from Ethicon
November 02, 2021 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Tom O’Brien, worldwide president of Endomechanical at Ethicon. He shares insights on the company’s approach to the development of surgical instrumentation and reducing surgical complications. O’Brien also offers data from a recent study on the new Echelon Circular Powered Stapler and the improvements it offers for clinicians. Specifically, the followi...
De Novo Final Rule
October 26, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we look at the final rule recently announced for the FDA’s de novo regulatory pathway. As part of the discussion, the de novo is explained, when it should be used, why it exists, and what points of interest were included in the final rule. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: Can you please briefly explain what the de novo regulatory pathway is? How does this option d...
Options with an Overly Burdensome FDA
October 19, 2021 13:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we examine the options available to a medical device firm who thinks the FDA is requiring them to take unfair measures or is being overly burdensome. We discuss the formal and informal options as well as the potential consequences. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: If after a 510k submission or pre-sub meeting, is there something you can do if you feel the FDA is be...
Molli Surgical's Breast Tumor Marker
September 14, 2021 13:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Dr. Fazila Seker, president and CEO of MOLLI Surgical. She explains the benefits of the MOLLI Surgical system as compared to the way breast tumors are traditionally located and marked for surgical removal. Further, the magnetic innovation behind the system is discussed. Specifically, the following questions are addressed. What is MOLLI Surgical? What...
Three Systems of Risk
September 07, 2021 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we look at the three systems of risk as they relate to the U.S. regulatory system. While many are familiar with the device classification system, they may not be as familiar with the other two systems or their purpose. Whether or not all three systems are actually needed is also explored. Specifically, the following questions are addressed: First, can you explain how we handle risk in...
Glooko’s Remote Patient Monitoring for Diabetics
August 31, 2021 13:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Russ Johannesson, CEO of Glooko. He speaks about the advantages remote monitoring offers to both physicians of diabetics as well as the patients themselves. He also offers insights into how his solution is used in conjunction with other device makers’ technologies. Specifically, the following questions are addressed. What is Glooko and what do you do...
Valencell’s Wearable Biomedical Sensors
August 24, 2021 13:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Dr. Steven LeBoeuf, founder of Valencell. He provides insights on his company’s biomedical sensors, which can be incorporated into many different types of technologies, from fitness clothing to bracelets to footware. Specifically, the following questions are addressed. What is Valencell? What does the company do? Why is wearable biomedical sensing i...
Regulating IVDs and LDTs
August 10, 2021 14:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we look at recently proposed legislation regarding in vitro diagnostics and lab developed tests. The previous version of the Verifying Accurate, Leading-edge IVCT Development Act or VALID, which was proposed just before the pandemic, split the industry with the AACC and ACLA not supportive of it, while AdvaMed and CAP were in favor of the proposed legislation. Specifically, the followi...
LifeSource Discusses Organ Donation Technologies
August 04, 2021 13:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Julie Kemink, COO at LifeSource. She speaks to the technologies being used within organ donation, primarily for transport and preservation. She also offers insights on upcoming technologies such as the use of drones, bioprinting of organs, and tracking solutions. Specifically, the following questions are addressed. What is LifeSource? As more of an ...
Facility Falsified Sterilization Data
July 27, 2021 13:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBIn this Medtech Matters podcast episode of Mike on Medtech with Mike Drues, president of Vascular Sciences, we dig into a story about an Italian firm that reportedly falsified information related to sterilization certificates going back as far as 2016. On June 2, 2021, the FDA published a letter to industry regarding the firm Steril Milano. In the letter, the agency stated it was working with a number of manufacturers and other partners to determine the scope of medical devices affected and ...
Knobbe Martens Talks Trade Secrets
July 20, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Adam Powell, a partner at Knobbe Martens. He provides clarification on what qualifies as a trade secret. He also shares best practices for companies who hire an employee from a direct competitor to avoid any potential legal issues or concerns. Specifically, the following questions are addressed. What is a trade secret? What are some of the methods c...
Canary Medical’s ‘Smart’ Implants
July 13, 2021 13:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this episode of Medtech Matters, a podcast focused on the medical device manufacturing industry and the factors impacting it, we speak with Dr. Bill Hunter, the CEO of Canary Medical. He offers additional information about the company’s ‘smart’ implant technology. He provides insight on the benefits of orthopedic implants that can communicate with physicians on the implant’s status as well as how the patient is doing with recovery postoperative. Specifically, the following questions are a...