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A recently published study coming from Drexel University's College of Engineering highlights a cutting-edge approach to pediatric cardiovascular modeling by integrating a Functional Mock-up Interface (FMI) with ANSYS CFX. This innovative methodology combines computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with lumped parameter models (LPM), allowing for enhanced simulation of complex cardiovascular systems. The study showcases how FMI offers a modular and efficient pathway to develop detailed multiscale models, paving a way for improved patient-specific analyses and treatment strategies in pediatric cardiology.💡❤️ Check out the study for more details - https://lnkd.in/d_UM8EeA #Ansys #SimulationTechnology #HealthcareInnovation #PediatricCardiology #CFD

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Interacting with surface texture data can lead to insights that roughness parameters alone may not provide. In this “Beyond Ra” post, find out what we can learn by interacting with surface data—and check out all the tools we have “beyond Ra” to help us understand what surfaces are telling us. https://lnkd.in/d4Dax6xi #metrology #measurement #tribology Digital Metrology Solutions, Inc.

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Ultrasound technology enhanced with artificial intelligence (AI) improves the precision and interpretability of ultrasound imaging. This combination brings a new dimension to ultrasound's capabilities, making it a more powerful tool for early diagnosis. Acertara's ongoing research and development efforts aim to evolve ultrasound into a predictive tool for preemptive medical intervention. This breakthrough marks a pivotal shift in healthcare, positioning ultrasound as a fundamental driver in preventive medicine. #EarlyDetection #Ultrasound #ArtificialIntelligence Learn how Acertara’s ultrasound technology is pioneering early detection in healthcare. Visit https://bit.ly/3RfNOtp for more information.

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We are frequently engaged to consult with companies that seek adhesive solutions only after their part design is finalized. This approach can be costly, as many medical device materials are challenging to adhere to and often require specialized, more expensive solutions when we are not involved from the outset. We advocate for the principle of "Think Adhesives First" to help engineers avoid these pitfalls and optimize their designs for adhesive compatibility from the beginning. Read more about our perspective on this crucial design consideration. https://lnkd.in/g8y8XHpC

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Mitch Debora does a great job of explaining how quickly value can add up when converting from traditional supply chains to on-demand manufacturing. With machines like the Mosaic Manufacturing Array hitting the market, this future is becoming more and more real. Now imagine having 3D printing capabilites in a hospital, powered by PolyUnity Tech Inc. Critical healthcare equipment can be digitized and produced as needed... instead of sinking time and money into broken supply chains. 🤯 #3dprinting #healthcare #innovation ##additivemanufacturing #hospital

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This is a very important concept from the recent FDA draft guidance document on AI/ML. The Human-AI team is important because this reflects real world usage. What if an autopilot on an airplane flew seamlessly in test environments so the manufacturer removed all user interfaces? Would you want to sit in the back of this airplane? Or would you want the manufacturer to test the autopilot and human pilot in combination to ensure it makes the plane safer overall than the human pilot alone? What do you think? Comment below.

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Don't sugarcoat it.  Communicate design challenges and "hard to manufacture" elements of your device with your vendors early on. They will thank you for it. Dive deep on this topic (and more) with Samantha Wagner in the full episode. Link in the comments. #medtech #innovation #supplier #medicaldevice #contractmanufacturing

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"When we focus on the competition, we become reactive. When we focus on improving ourselves, we become innovative." -Simon Sinek. This month marks an important month for Mazor's competitors as new tools have been introduced and another spine robot releases their promo. It would be easy to panic as an organization and try to react with something equally innovative but the truth is, we should be excited! 1. Innovation comes from diversity. Competitors challenge a market to grow and think for the future. Without that, we become stagnant and do not offer anything better than the previous day. 2. People do not buy products, they buy culture. If we remain excited for the future and focus our attention on what we aim to accomplish we can do greater things for our patients. The future of spine surgery is unfolding before us! It is genuinely exciting to see this developing and to imagine where all this will lead for patients! So props to you competitors! You make us think faster, plan wiser, and create more than we ever could imagine!

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🔬 As the owner of a leading dental lab supply company, staying updated on industry trends is key! Here's what's buzzing in the world of dental labs: 1️⃣ **Advanced Technology Integration**: From 3D printing to CAD/CAM systems, technology continues to revolutionize dental lab workflows, improving efficiency and precision. 2️⃣ **Sustainability Initiatives**: More labs are adopting eco-friendly practices, from using recycled materials to reducing waste, reflecting a growing focus on sustainability across industries. 3️⃣ **Customization & Personalization**: Patients seek unique, personalized dental solutions, driving demand for customized products and services in dental labs. 4️⃣ **Remote Work Adaptation**: The shift to remote work has prompted dental labs to explore innovative ways to collaborate and communicate virtually, leveraging digital platforms and tools. 5️⃣ **Quality Assurance & Compliance**: With stringent regulations in place, labs are prioritizing quality assurance and compliance to ensure the safety and satisfaction of patients. 💡 What other trends are you noticing in the dental lab industry? Share your insights and experiences in the comments below! Let's keep the conversation going and continue driving innovation in this dynamic field. #DentalLab #IndustryTrends #Innovation 💬

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Lumendi’s #dilumen platform saves time and cost when performing complex polypectomy. If you perform #ESD and/or suture in the #colon, you need this! #endoscopy #colonoscopy #gastroenterology

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This is cool. The integration of a thin, flexible optical fiber can enhance the line of sight for surgeons, reducing time and complications of endovascular procedures. In a recent discussion on Tech Talks, Ryan DeBoer, CEO of The Shape Sensing Company, shared the issue they are tackling with their platform technology. For example, endovascular aneurysm repair. The current standard of care uses two dimensional x-ray imaging, in a three dimensional anatomical structures, hence limiting field of vision. Better visualization allows for quicker intervention, increasing positive outcomes for both patient and clinician. Thanks to Ryan for this enlightening discussion. The Mullings Group #endovascularrepair #AAA #imaging #fiberopticsensor #fiberoptic #surgicalnavigation #surgicalimaging #intervention #ceo #techtalkspodcast #medicaldevices #medtech MedTech Innovator

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4/27 - Today's #SpeakerSpotlight features Dr. Ivan Salgo, Vice President, Chief Medical & Scientific Officer at Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP). This week at DeviceTalks Boston 2024, Dr. Salgo and his fellow panelists will delve into these topics: ✅ How ASP is partnering with #robotics companies to co-develop materials and cycles to adapt to the specific emerging needs of these companies. ✅ Address the Margin of Safety in #MedicalDevices as a Competitive Differentiator ✅ Culture as a powerful catalyst for innovation. Dr. Salgo's expertise in #engineering and medicine uniquely positions him to discuss how ASP's advancements in #sterilization technology not only meet but exceed safety standards, thus differentiating their products in the competitive medtech landscape. Join us to gain invaluable insights from industry leaders on integrating technology, robotics, and sustainability to revolutionize medical device sterilization. To register, visit boston.devicetalks.com. #DTBoston2024 #medtech Tom Salemi Courtney Nagle Chris Newmarker Jim Hammerand Sean Whooley Danielle Kirsh

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From Data Overload to Strategic Gold – Separating Wheat from Chaff 🔍 The challenge in today’s information-rich world isn’t access to data—it’s discerning what matters. When building a landscape map, external experts face a mountain of data, from market reports to patent landscapes. The key to success is the ability to separate valuable insights from irrelevant noise. The process of filtering data is rigorous. Experts develop criteria—such as technical feasibility, market potential, and competitive strength—to evaluate each piece of information. This isn’t just about collecting data; it’s about curating it. The most promising opportunities are systematically scored and prioritized, rising to the top like the most precious gems in a treasure chest. Only the opportunities that align with your strategic objectives make the cut. 📈 Is your organization equipped to sift through data and extract the gold? How do you ensure that the opportunities you pursue are the right ones? #DataDrivenStrategy #OpportunityEvaluation #StrategicDecisionMaking #InnovationLeadership #MarketAnalysis #GrowthStrategy

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🚀 Mastering Adhesive Precision in Medical Device Manufacturing 🏥 At our latest Tape Lab Summit, I had the privilege of speaking with Todd Westover from Delta ModTech, a company revolutionizing the die cutting process in medtech manufacturing. Todd shared invaluable insights into why Delta ModTech presses are the go-to choice for precision, especially when creating wearable medical devices. Here are some key highlights: 1️⃣ Servo-Based Precision: Delta ModTech’s machines are servo-driven from tip to tail, offering unparalleled control over tension. This is crucial in ensuring repeatability and precision in die-cutting multi-layer laminations. Maintaining exact tolerances is key in producing high-quality medical adhesive patches repeatedly. 2️⃣ Advanced Tension Control: Todd explained how different materials, like polyurethane films, adhesives, and foams, come with varying tension levels during unwinding. Delta’s servo motors automatically adjust these tensions to keep materials aligned and prevent common issues like warped or potato-chip shaped parts. 3️⃣ In-Line Lamination & Island Placement: When it comes to multi-layer laminations and intricate patch designs, Delta’s machines can handle everything in one pass. Todd elaborated on the importance of island placement, a process that precisely transfers materials onto adhesive layers to create complex, multi-layer medical devices like wearable patches—all while minimizing material waste. 4️⃣ Customized Modules: Delta presses are modular, meaning you can easily bolt on laser cutters, welding tools, and more for the exact process you need. The flexibility of Delta’s machines allows for multi-functionality—one day cutting complex shapes, the next adding custom laminations or welding together intricate parts. 5️⃣ Vision and Inspection Systems: Delta’s closed-loop vision systems inspect parts in real-time, allowing for immediate adjustments. This prevents wastage and ensures consistent quality control during high-speed production runs—particularly essential when working with medical-grade adhesives and wearables. If you’re in the medical device manufacturing space and looking to enhance precision and repeatability, you need to see what Delta ModTech is doing. 🌟 👉 The Tape Lab Summit is still open for sign-ups! Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from experts like Todd and gain the insights you need to bring your product to market successfully. Sign up now and consider upgrading to VIP for lifetime access to all sessions.  https://lnkd.in/gGMejEfV #MedTech #WearableDevices #MedicalAdhesives #DieCutting #PrecisionEngineering #TapeLabSummit #DeltaModTech

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Kestra Medical Technologies Announces Appointment of Veteran Medical Device Executive, Raymond W. Cohen, to its Board of Directors KIRKLAND, Wash., July 25, 2024 - Kestra Medical Technologies, Inc., a privately held wearable medical device and digital healthcare company, today announced that Raymond W. Cohen has joined the board of directors as a new independent board director. Brian Webster, President & CEO of Kestra said, "Ray is one of the most experienced and accomplished leaders in the medical device industry with multiple decades of success in developing and commercializing emerging medical technologies. Mr. Cohen’s extensive experience in the external defibrillation field and commercial growth strategies will be invaluable to the Kestra team. His track record of strategic exits for both public and private companies, including Axonics’ successful IPO and shareholder value creation as a public entity will accrue to our benefit as we envision the future of Kestra. On behalf of the Kestra stakeholders, we are delighted to welcome him on the board of Kestra." Mr. Cohen is an accredited public company director with more than 40 years of life sciences industry experience. He currently serves as CEO and board member at Irvine, CA-based Axonics Inc., (Nasdaq: AXNX) a global medtech company Cohen cofounded in late 2013 and took public in October 2018. Earlier this year, Axonics agreed to be acquired by Boston Scientific for $3.7 billion. Axonics topped the 2021 Deloitte Technology Fast 500 and the 2022 Financial Times ranking of the 500 fastest growing companies in the Americas. Cohen also serves as an independent director of SoniVie Ltd., a clinical-stage company developing a device treatment for hypertension and BiVACOR, Inc., a clinical-stage company developing a Total Artificial Heart. Cohen recently received the 2024 MedTech MVP Award and was also named Businessperson of the Year by the Orange County Business Journal. In 2021, Mr. Cohen received a lifetime achievement award from SoCal Bio for his four decades of work in medical technology. In 2020, Cohen was named Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst & Young for the Southwest US. Raymond W. Cohen said, "Kestra has a world-class wearable defibrillator product and is poised to compete aggressively in this former monopoly market which is estimated to be in the $1B revenue range. I am looking forward to sharing my experience with Kestra and supporting Mr. Webster and team as they strive to reach their goal of market leadership in the WCD arena." Kestra Medical Technologies, Inc., recently closed a $196 million funding round to support the expansion of the commercial organization and advance its mission of protecting at-risk patients with its unique wearable cardioverter defibrillator. For more information, visit www.kestramedical.com.

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Tim Gordon explains more about the development of the OHD AeroFit in the latest blog below! #AeroFit #OHD #fittesting #CNC #APC #respiratorfittesting

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CuraWay Innovation -- Full Core Biopsy Instrument 🔸Full core technology, brings up to 59% more tissue volume 🔸Tri-Axial Core, Cut, Capture sysyem, Echogenic tip 🔸Safety lock brings higher security 🔸10-25mm adjustable throw with interval of 1mm allows user to maximize the sample size with minimal trauma of healthy tissue 🔶 Main application scenarios: lung, kidney, liver biopsy ▪ The most common complications of CT-guided percutaneous lung biopsy include pneumothorax with an incidence rate of 10%-63% and pulmonary hemorrhage with an incidence rate of 26%-33%. ▪ The incidence of common complications in renal biopsies is approximately 3.5% to 13.0%, often presenting as gross hematuria and perirenal hematoma. ▪ After liver tissue biopsy, patients commonly experience complications such as abdominal pain, bleeding, and pneumothorax, requiring hospitalization for management in some cases. Full core biopsy can reduce the number of punctures, minimize patient injury, and decrease complications. #fullcore #fullcorebiopsy #biopsy #lungbiopsy #lungtumor #liverbiopsy #kidneybiopsy #tumortissue #intervention #radiology #lung #liver #kidney

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🔊CE and FDA Approved Breast Localization Wire🩺 Curaway CE and FDA-approved breast lesion localization wire is used for the preoperative marking of nonpalpable breast and axillary lesions through mammography, MRI, or ultrasound. It allows for the safe removal of target tissue with adequate surgical margins (SM), avoids unnecessary resection of healthy breast tissue, and provides a good cosmetic outcome without compromising survival. ⭐️ Re-positioning Design ⭐️ Nitinol guide wire ⭐️ Handle designed perfect for one-handed operation ⭐️ 3-segment mark design on Q-shaped tip enhance the visibility #BreastLocalization #WireLocalization #BreastCancer #MedicalDevices #WomenHealth #BreastSurgery #CancerDetection #HealthcareTechnology

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