Fast Five Medtech News Podcast

Welcome to the MassDevice Fast Five medtech news podcast, the show that keeps you up to date on the latest breakthroughs in medical technology with the top five news stories to get your day started. Subscribe and join us every weekday for your daily medtech news roundup.

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Medtronic, J&J reportedly eye an acquisition, Onward implants first movement-restoring lead

On today's episode, Fast Five Hosts Danielle Kirsh and Sean Whooley discuss new data from Biosense Webster's radiofrequency ablation system. The study results suggest better treatment of atrial fibrillation using the company's QDOT catheter. This breakthrough technology offers promising results for patients suffering from this common heart rhythm disorder, providing new possibilities for more effective treatment options. BrainsWay has launched a study program aimed at evaluating the effectivenes...

May 16, 2023•12 min

Join us at DeviceTalks Boston this week

Join the MassDevice Fast Five hosts in person at DeviceTalks Boston May 10-11. DeviceTalks Boston is a conference dedicated to bringing attendees insights from some of the top leaders in the medical device industry. With keynote presentations from CEOs at some of the largest medtech companies in the world and panel discussions from industry experts, you won't want to miss an opportunity to connect with medtech's thought leaders. Visit devicetalks.com to register and join the MassDevice team at t...

May 09, 2023•2 min

Stryker faces another bribery investigation, ZimVie cuts 5% of its workforce

Cognixion has been granted a breakthrough device designation by the FDA for its BCI technology – a fast-growing market with few competitors. Fast Five hosts Danielle Kirsh and Sean Whooley discuss how Cognixion's technology could enable those with severe motor impairments to communicate and interact more effectively and independently. ZimVie's stock continues to soar despite the company announcing a 5% workforce layoff. The move comes after the company reported positive Q1 results, showing stron...

May 05, 2023•14 min

Enovis acquires external fixation portfolio, LivaNova more than doubles profits

A new study out of the U.K. backed Dexcom's real-time continuous glucose monitoring. The news comes shortly after the company had big wins in the U.S Fast Five hosts Danielle Kirsh and Sean Whooley give an inside look at what the study detailed and what this could mean for people with diabetes in the U.K. Enovis is continuing to expand its foot and ankle portfolio – this time with a strategic product acquisition. Whooley details the acquisition and how Enovis is supplementing its growing portfol...

May 04, 2023•12 min

Masimo, Apple patent spat ends in mistrial, 3M layoffs are happening at HQ

With a focus on innovation and strategic acquisitions, Zimmer Biomet is well-positioned to maintain its leadership position in the orthopedic market. Fast Five hosts Danielle Kirsh and Sean Whooley discuss Zimmer Biomet's first-quarter earnings results this week and how investors reacted. Dexcom's recently proposed $1 billion offering of convertible senior notes is a sign of the company's commitment to expanding its business and developing new technologies. Whooley gives listeners the financial ...

May 03, 2023•13 min

Medtronic's next-gen leadless pacemakers, Casana's smart toilet seat win FDA nods

Customized orthopedics is a growing trend in the medical device industry. Zimmer Biomet's recent acquisition of Ossis underscores that trend toward personalized medicine. Fast Five hosts Danielle Kirsh and Sean Whooley give an inside look at the acquisition and how it will complement the orthopedic giant's vast portfolio. Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) happens when a patient's blood vessels in the lower limbs do not effectively pump blood back to the heart, causing valves in the leg veins to...

May 02, 2023•11 min

Diabetes tech scores big win in Canada, 3M's hydromechanical wound dressings get FDA nod

More diabetes wins are in the news this week. Dexcom announced that its G6 continuous glucose monitor won expanded coverage in Canada. Fast Five hosts Sean Whooley and Danielle Kirsh discuss how the indication could expand access to the diabetes management technology to underserved communities. Innoblative Designs won FDA breakthrough designation this week for its ablation device that is indicated for breast cancer surgery. Whooley details how the device works and how the company anticipates it ...

Apr 28, 2023•12 min

Medtronic remediates FDA warning letter, Boston Scientific nearly triples profits in Q1

Patients with diabetes rely on certain devices for their daily management, and it is vital that they have confidence in the safety and effectiveness of their products. On today's episode, Hosts Danielle Kirsh and Sean Whooley detail how medtech giant Medtronic resolved its earlier FDA warning letter related to its diabetes business. GE Healthcare recently launched its next-generation intraoperative ultrasound technology, a significant advancement in medical imaging. Whooley discusses how the tec...

Apr 27, 2023•11 min

3M lays off thousands of workers, another major insulin pump maker wins FDA nod

Layoffs are becoming a common occurrence in the medical device industry, and they can be a result of various factors. Fast Five hosts Danielle Kirsh and Sean Whooley explore 3M's latest layoff and what the company hopes to do in its restructuring efforts. Insulin pumps are a crucial medical device for people living with diabetes. Insulet, one of the major diabetes device companies in the industry, recently won FDA clearance for its Omnipod GO. Whooley discusses what that means for diabetes patie...

Apr 26, 2023•11 min

Philips' new recall litigation provisions, Boston Scientific could eye billion-dollar acquisition

More diabetes and robotic surgery innovations are in the news today. The FDA approved Medtronic’s newest iteration of its MiniMed insulin pump. Sean Whooley gives a detailed look at the newest device and what sets it apart from other versions. Philips has been dealing with a series of recalls related to its Respironics line of devices. This week, the company posted Q1 earnings and announced recall litigation provisions. Hosts Danielle Kirsh and Whooley discuss what that means for the company and...

Apr 25, 2023•13 min

Trailer: Welcome to the MassDevice medtech news podcast

Welcome to the MassDevice Fast Five medtech news podcast, the show that keeps you up-to-date on the latest breakthroughs in medical technology. In each episode, we’ll bring you daily news and analysis from the world of medical devices, exploring the cutting-edge products and treatments that are revolutionizing healthcare. From innovative diagnostic tools to life-saving implants and beyond, we’ll take a deep dive into the business, science and engineering news that powers these remarkable innovat...

Apr 03, 2023•1 min

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