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MedAccred Program Makes Qualified Manufacturers List Publicly Available

By MedTech Intelligence Staff

Medtech stakeholders can now search for MedAccred accredited suppliers. Accredited companies included in the QML have achieved MedAccred Accreditation after meeting stringent critical process audit requirements set by MedAccred OEM Subscribers, which include Baxter, BD, Boston Scientific, Edwards Lifesciences, Johnson & Johnson, Medtronic, Philips, Roche Diagnostics, and Stryker.

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Karl Hoelper
Karl Hoelper
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Realizing RFID’s Potential in Healthcare: Tackling Closed-Loop System Hurdles

By Karl Hoelper

The use of Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID) technology in healthcare, particularly within closed-loop systems, presents complexities, including potential limitations on interoperability that can affect patient safety. Here we look at key challenges including data silos, interoperability barriers, market fragmentation, impediments to innovation and operational inefficiencies.

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Vishnu Kalra
Vishnu Kalra

Partnering to Support Sustainability in the OR

By MedTech Intelligence Staff

A recent study from Ethicon and the Cleveland Clinic outlined opportunities and barriers to better sustainability practices in operating rooms. We spoke with Vishnu Kalra, President, U.S. Ethicon, to learn more about the study’s findings, Ethicon’s efforts to develop more sustainable products and practices, and how other companies can get started.

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John Kawola
John Kawola

The Role of 3D Micro Printing in Device Development

By MedTech Intelligence Staff

As 3D printing gains a more prominent place in the manufacture and protoyping of medical devices, advances in technology and materials are expanding indications. We spoke with John Kawola, CEO of Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF), about the move toward micro 3D printing and how this technology is supporting the drive for miniaturization and minimally invasive medical treatments.

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