Posts by Alyssa Harrison
The Ripple Effect: How Recent U.S. Tariffs Will Impact Medical Device Sales and Manufacturing in 2025
The medical device industry has long been a globalized ecosystem, with raw materials, components, and finished products crisscrossing international supply chains before reaching healthcare providers. However, the latest wave of U.S. tariffs—targeting imports from key manufacturing hubs like China, Mexico, and Canada—is set to introduce new challenges that will reshape the landscape of medical device…
Read MoreWhat is the Difference Between MedTech and TechMed?
I love working in the medical industry, watching its evolution and emerging trends. Just as job titles have grown over the years to include Innovation Officers, VP People and Culture, Head of Digital Strategy and more there are terms coming into common parlance. Since we work with early-stage companies, I thought I would share a…
Read MoreFDA Clears Dexcom’s First Over-the-Counter Continuous Glucose Monitor
On March 5, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the clearance of Dexcom’s device, marking it as the first continuous glucose monitor available over the counter. Following this announcement, Dexcom’s shares experienced a 2.2% increase in extended trading. Known as Stelo, this device is tailored for individuals aged 18 and older who do…
Read MoreFDA greenlights Boston Scientific’s Novel Drug-Coated Balloon for Coronary In-Stent Restenosis
Boston Scientific’s AGENT™ Drug-Coated Balloon (DCB) has been granted approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating coronary in-stent restenosis (ISR) in patients with coronary artery disease. While advancements in percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) technologies are ongoing, recent research indicates that ISR, the gradual re-narrowing of a previously opened coronary artery, still…
Read MoreSparrow BioAcoustics Launches Software That Turns a Smartphone into a Stethoscope
Sparrow BioAcoustics recently unveiled its StethophoneTM software, which transforms smartphones into medical-grade stethoscopes. This innovative tool enables users to capture, analyze, and share crucial heart health data with medical professionals from any location. In June 2023, Sparrow received FDA clearance for the downloadable application, making it the first FDA-cleared smartphone stethoscope software-as-a-medical-device (SaMD). The company…
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