


Healthcare News Roundup: devices
HSMN NewsFeed - 9 Nov 2012
GE Healthcare Acquires U-Systems, Inc.; Expands GE Presence in Breast Cancer Detection
GE Healthcare Acquires U-Systems, Inc.; Expands GE Presence in Breast Cancer Detection
HSMN NewsFeed - 9 Nov 2012
KCI Introduces Canadian Clinicians to the Next Evolution in V.A.C.(R) Therapy Technology
KCI Introduces Canadian Clinicians to the Next Evolution in V.A.C.(R) Therapy Technology
HSMN NewsFeed - 8 Nov 2012
Angel(R) cPRP System Granted FDA 510(K) Clearance for Processing Blood and Bone Marrow Aspirate
Angel(R) cPRP System Granted FDA 510(K) Clearance for Processing Blood and Bone Marrow Aspirate
HSMN NewsFeed - 8 Nov 2012
Mount Sinai Medical Center 1st in Tri-State Area to Discharge Patient without Human Heart
Mount Sinai Medical Center 1st in Tri-State Area to Discharge Patient without Human Heart
HSMN NewsFeed - 7 Nov 2012
Cantel Medical Appoints Jorgen B. Hansen As Executive Vice President And Chief Operating Officer
Cantel Medical Appoints Jorgen B. Hansen As Executive Vice President And Chief Operating Officer
HSMN NewsFeed - 5 Nov 2012
Amedica Names Distinguished Health Care Industry Executive Jay M. Moyes To Board Of Directors
Amedica Names Distinguished Health Care Industry Executive Jay M. Moyes To Board Of Directors
HSMN NewsFeed - 5 Nov 2012
iCAD Reports Significantly Improved Medicare Payment for Intraoperative Radiation Therapy
iCAD Reports Significantly Improved Medicare Payment for Intraoperative Radiation Therapy
HSMN NewsFeed - 2 Nov 2012
HealthTronics Launches New Line Of Slimline Cryoprobes For Use With Its Endocare(R) Cryocare(R) Systems
HealthTronics Launches New Line Of Slimline Cryoprobes For Use With Its Endocare(R) Cryocare(R) Systems
HSMN NewsFeed - 1 Nov 2012
Michael F. Mahoney Assumes Role of Chief Executive Officer and President of Boston Scientific
Michael F. Mahoney Assumes Role of Chief Executive Officer and President of Boston Scientific
HSMN NewsFeed - 1 Nov 2012
Hospitals, Healthcare Providers to Benefit from New Premier Agreements for Thrombectomy Products
Hospitals, Healthcare Providers to Benefit from New Premier Agreements for Thrombectomy Products
HSMN NewsFeed - 1 Nov 2012
Toumaz Starts US Hospital Pilot of Wireless Vital Signs Monitoring System, Achieving Major Milestone
Toumaz Starts US Hospital Pilot of Wireless Vital Signs Monitoring System, Achieving Major Milestone
HSMN NewsFeed - 31 Oct 2012
Thermedical Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance for Promising New Ablation System
Thermedical Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance for Promising New Ablation System
HSMN NewsFeed - 31 Oct 2012
Spacelabs Healthcare to Exhibit Wide Range of Holter & ABP Solutions at AHA’s Scientific Sessions 2012
Spacelabs Healthcare to Exhibit Wide Range of Holter & ABP Solutions at AHA’s Scientific Sessions 2012
HSMN NewsFeed - 30 Oct 2012
CORPAK(R) MedSystems Enhances Features of Second-Generation CORTRAK(R) 2 Enteral Access System(TM)
CORPAK(R) MedSystems Enhances Features of Second-Generation CORTRAK(R) 2 Enteral Access System(TM)
HSMN NewsFeed - 29 Oct 2012
Elekta’s Growth Through Innovation to Increase Use of Radiation Therapy and Improve Lives of Cancer Patients
Elekta’s Growth Through Innovation to Increase Use of Radiation Therapy and Improve Lives of Cancer Patients
HSMN NewsFeed - 29 Oct 2012
ProNova Solutions Announces Details on Next-Generation Proton Therapy System
ProNova Solutions Announces Details on Next-Generation Proton Therapy System
HSMN NewsFeed - 29 Oct 2012
iCAD Reports Growing Adoption of Its Xoft Electronic Brachytherapy System by Leading U.S. Regional Hospitals
iCAD Reports Growing Adoption of Its Xoft Electronic Brachytherapy System by Leading U.S. Regional Hospitals
HSMN NewsFeed - 28 Oct 2012
IBA and Philips Announce First Installation of Patient-Centered Proton Treatment Room
IBA and Philips Announce First Installation of Patient-Centered Proton Treatment Room
HSMN NewsFeed - 26 Oct 2012
Tengion Provides Patient Update on its Neo-Urinary Conduit(TM) Clinical Program
Tengion Provides Patient Update on its Neo-Urinary Conduit(TM) Clinical Program
HSMN NewsFeed - 25 Oct 2012
Orthofix International Announces the Launch of the FORZA(TM) Spinal Spacer System
Orthofix International Announces the Launch of the FORZA(TM) Spinal Spacer System
HSMN NewsFeed - 25 Oct 2012
Given Imaging Announces Podium Presentation at ACG Shows Economic Value of SmartPill(R)
Given Imaging Announces Podium Presentation at ACG Shows Economic Value of SmartPill(R)
HSMN NewsFeed - 24 Oct 2012
Providence Medical Technology Receives 510(k) Clearance for PMT Bone Screws
Providence Medical Technology Receives 510(k) Clearance for PMT Bone Screws
HSMN NewsFeed - 24 Oct 2012
Life Spine Announces Six New Additions to Its CENTRIC(R) MIS Technologies Portfolio
Life Spine Announces Six New Additions to Its CENTRIC(R) MIS Technologies Portfolio
HSMN NewsFeed - 24 Oct 2012
K2M Announces Global Expansion of Rail 4D(TM) Technology at 2012 North American Spine Society Annual Meeting
K2M Announces Global Expansion of Rail 4D(TM) Technology at 2012 North American Spine Society Annual Meeting
HSMN NewsFeed - 24 Oct 2012
Paradigm Spine LLC & OM HealthCare Logistics Sign Multi-Year Logistics Agreement
Paradigm Spine LLC & OM HealthCare Logistics Sign Multi-Year Logistics Agreement
HSMN NewsFeed - 24 Oct 2012
Misonix Attends North American Spine Society (NASS) Meeting - Introduces Expanded Product Range
Misonix Attends North American Spine Society (NASS) Meeting - Introduces Expanded Product Range
HSMN NewsFeed - 24 Oct 2012
Theragenics Launches Galt Centeze(TM) Centesis Drainage Catheter Line of Products
Theragenics Launches Galt Centeze(TM) Centesis Drainage Catheter Line of Products
HSMN NewsFeed - 23 Oct 2012
K2M to Showcase Comprehensive Portfolio at 2012 North American Spine Society Annual Meeting
K2M to Showcase Comprehensive Portfolio at 2012 North American Spine Society Annual Meeting
HSMN NewsFeed - 23 Oct 2012
Bovie Medical Corporation to Conduct Conference Call on J-Plasma(TM) Technology
Bovie Medical Corporation to Conduct Conference Call on J-Plasma(TM) Technology
HSMN NewsFeed - 23 Oct 2012
Mazor Robotics Receives First Renaissance System Order from Transmedic Pte Ltd, Southeast Asian Distributor
Mazor Robotics Receives First Renaissance System Order from Transmedic Pte Ltd, Southeast Asian Distributor
HSMN NewsFeed - 23 Oct 2012
RaySearch Receives Largest RayStation Order to Date from Leading Austrian Particle Therapy Center
RaySearch Receives Largest RayStation Order to Date from Leading Austrian Particle Therapy Center
HSMN NewsFeed - 22 Oct 2012
Spinal Restoration, Inc. Closes $5 Million Equity and Debt Financing Round
Spinal Restoration, Inc. Closes $5 Million Equity and Debt Financing Round
HSMN NewsFeed - 22 Oct 2012
STENTYS Receives FDA Approval to Initiate First U.S. Clinical Trial With Self-Apposing(R) Stent
STENTYS Receives FDA Approval to Initiate First U.S. Clinical Trial With Self-Apposing(R) Stent
HSMN NewsFeed - 22 Oct 2012
STENTYS Self-Apposing(R) Stent Continues to Demonstrate Low Mortality at One Year in APPOSITION III Trial
STENTYS Self-Apposing(R) Stent Continues to Demonstrate Low Mortality at One Year in APPOSITION III Trial
HSMN NewsFeed - 22 Oct 2012
Varian Medical Systems Expands Market Leadership Position at 2012 ASTRO Meeting in Boston
Varian Medical Systems Expands Market Leadership Position at 2012 ASTRO Meeting in Boston
HSMN NewsFeed - 22 Oct 2012
Cappella Medical Announces Excellent Long Term Follow-Up Results for Its Sideguard(R) Technology at TCT 2012
Cappella Medical Announces Excellent Long Term Follow-Up Results for Its Sideguard(R) Technology at TCT 2012
HSMN NewsFeed - 22 Oct 2012
FDA Approves New Non-Invasive, Non-Ionizing Radiation Therapy to Treat Pain from Bone Metastases
FDA Approves New Non-Invasive, Non-Ionizing Radiation Therapy to Treat Pain from Bone Metastases
HSMN NewsFeed - 19 Oct 2012
First Patient Enrolled in GORE(R) Septal Occluder Clinical Study for Atrial Septal Defect
First Patient Enrolled in GORE(R) Septal Occluder Clinical Study for Atrial Septal Defect
HSMN NewsFeed - 18 Oct 2012
Vibrant Announces Positive Results of Pilot Trial Using Vibrating Capsule for Chronic Constipated Patients
Vibrant Announces Positive Results of Pilot Trial Using Vibrating Capsule for Chronic Constipated Patients
HSMN NewsFeed - 18 Oct 2012
VuCOMP’s M-Vu(R) Computer-Aided Detection (CAD) System Receives FDA Approval for Digital Mammography
VuCOMP’s M-Vu(R) Computer-Aided Detection (CAD) System Receives FDA Approval for Digital Mammography
HSMN NewsFeed - 17 Oct 2012
DelRey ENT Associates Enhances the Care and Comfort of Tonsillectomy Patients with Thermal Fusion Technology
DelRey ENT Associates Enhances the Care and Comfort of Tonsillectomy Patients with Thermal Fusion Technology
HSMN NewsFeed - 17 Oct 2012
Loma Vista Medical Receives FDA Clearance for its TRUE Dilatation(TM) Balloon Valvuloplasty Catheter
Loma Vista Medical Receives FDA Clearance for its TRUE Dilatation(TM) Balloon Valvuloplasty Catheter
HSMN NewsFeed - 16 Oct 2012
Stryker Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire Privately-Held Surpass Medical, Ltd. for $135 Million
Stryker Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire Privately-Held Surpass Medical, Ltd. for $135 Million
HSMN NewsFeed - 15 Oct 2012
Masimo Initiates Limited Market Release of Universal ReSposable(TM) Pulse Oximetry Sensor System
Masimo Initiates Limited Market Release of Universal ReSposable(TM) Pulse Oximetry Sensor System
HSMN NewsFeed - 15 Oct 2012
The Gores Group Extends Binding Offer to Acquire Therakos, Inc. from Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.
The Gores Group Extends Binding Offer to Acquire Therakos, Inc. from Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.
HSMN NewsFeed - 15 Oct 2012
Cheng Ching General Hospital Delivers First TrueBeam STx Radiosurgery Treatments in Taiwan
Cheng Ching General Hospital Delivers First TrueBeam STx Radiosurgery Treatments in Taiwan
HSMN NewsFeed - 12 Oct 2012
Masimo Unveils Fractional Arterial Oxygen Saturation, SpfO2, and rainbow SuperSensor
Masimo Unveils Fractional Arterial Oxygen Saturation, SpfO2, and rainbow SuperSensor
HSMN NewsFeed - 12 Oct 2012
Accuray Incorporated CEO Resigns, Board Appoints Successor for Next Phase of Growth
Accuray Incorporated CEO Resigns, Board Appoints Successor for Next Phase of Growth
HSMN NewsFeed - 11 Oct 2012
Alma Lasers Receives FDA Clearance for PixelRF Breakthrough Technology in Skin Resurfacing
Alma Lasers Receives FDA Clearance for PixelRF Breakthrough Technology in Skin Resurfacing
HSMN NewsFeed - 11 Oct 2012
Lanx Announces Improved Patient Outcomes Data and Reduced Hospital Costs With ASPEN(TM) MIS Fusion System
Lanx Announces Improved Patient Outcomes Data and Reduced Hospital Costs With ASPEN(TM) MIS Fusion System
HSMN NewsFeed - 11 Oct 2012
Cook Medical’s Zilver(R) PTX(R) Trial Shows Sustained Patency after Three Years
Cook Medical’s Zilver(R) PTX(R) Trial Shows Sustained Patency after Three Years
HSMN NewsFeed - 11 Oct 2012
BIOTRONIK Launches Implantable BioMonitor(R) -- Highest Precision in Monitoring Arrhythmias
BIOTRONIK Launches Implantable BioMonitor(R) -- Highest Precision in Monitoring Arrhythmias
HSMN NewsFeed - 11 Oct 2012
SynCardia Exceeds Best Year to Date for Implants and Revenue in the First Nine Months of 2012
SynCardia Exceeds Best Year to Date for Implants and Revenue in the First Nine Months of 2012
HSMN NewsFeed - 11 Oct 2012
Carl Zeiss Advances Surgical Visualization with New 3D HD Video System for the OPMI PENTERO Microscope
Carl Zeiss Advances Surgical Visualization with New 3D HD Video System for the OPMI PENTERO Microscope
HSMN NewsFeed - 10 Oct 2012
Svelte Medical Systems Announces Appointment of Jack Darby to President and Chief Executive Officer
Svelte Medical Systems Announces Appointment of Jack Darby to President and Chief Executive Officer
HSMN NewsFeed - 10 Oct 2012
Fairview Improves Stroke Care with Toshiba’s Aquilion ONE Whole Brain Perfusion Protocol
Fairview Improves Stroke Care with Toshiba’s Aquilion ONE Whole Brain Perfusion Protocol
HSMN NewsFeed - 9 Oct 2012
Boston Scientific Launches Victory Guidewire For Crossing Resistant Lesions In Peripheral Arteries
Boston Scientific Launches Victory Guidewire For Crossing Resistant Lesions In Peripheral Arteries
HSMN NewsFeed - 9 Oct 2012
LoneStar Heart Announces $20 Million Milestone Financing for Lead Product to Treat Heart Failure
LoneStar Heart Announces $20 Million Milestone Financing for Lead Product to Treat Heart Failure
HSMN NewsFeed - 9 Oct 2012
Integra LifeSciences Receives FDA Clearance for Expanded Indication for Spinal Device
Integra LifeSciences Receives FDA Clearance for Expanded Indication for Spinal Device
HSMN NewsFeed - 8 Oct 2012
Neuros Medical Adds Vice President of Clinical and Regulatory Affairs to Management Team
Neuros Medical Adds Vice President of Clinical and Regulatory Affairs to Management Team
HSMN NewsFeed - 8 Oct 2012
U.S. FDA Approves the Dexcom G4(TM) PLATINUM Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)
U.S. FDA Approves the Dexcom G4(TM) PLATINUM Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)
HSMN NewsFeed - 4 Oct 2012
Amedica Names Distinguished Orthopaedic Executive Eric K. Olson to Board of Directors
Amedica Names Distinguished Orthopaedic Executive Eric K. Olson to Board of Directors
HSMN NewsFeed - 4 Oct 2012
Volcano Announces CE Mark and 510(k) Clearance for New Visions(R) PV .035 Digital IVUS Catheter
Volcano Announces CE Mark and 510(k) Clearance for New Visions(R) PV .035 Digital IVUS Catheter
HSMN NewsFeed - 4 Oct 2012
AngioDynamics Awarded $16.5 Million Judgment in Case Against biolitec Inc.
AngioDynamics Awarded $16.5 Million Judgment in Case Against biolitec Inc.
HSMN NewsFeed - 3 Oct 2012
St. Jude Medical's Peripheral Nerve Stimulation Study Confirms Benefit for Chronic Migraine Patients
St. Jude Medical's Peripheral Nerve Stimulation Study Confirms Benefit for Chronic Migraine Patients
HSMN NewsFeed - 2 Oct 2012
Albany Medical Center Standardizes to Masimo rainbow SET Pulse CO-Oximetry(R)
Albany Medical Center Standardizes to Masimo rainbow SET Pulse CO-Oximetry(R)
HSMN NewsFeed - 2 Oct 2012
CORPAK Acquires Merck Serono's UK Gastroenterology Sales and Distribution Operation
CORPAK Acquires Merck Serono's UK Gastroenterology Sales and Distribution Operation
HSMN NewsFeed - 2 Oct 2012
Mazor Robotics Announces Humble Surgical Hospital Acquires Renaissance System
Mazor Robotics Announces Humble Surgical Hospital Acquires Renaissance System
HSMN NewsFeed - 1 Oct 2012
Roche Diagnostics ACCU-CHEK Combo Insulin Pump System Now Available in United States
Roche Diagnostics ACCU-CHEK Combo Insulin Pump System Now Available in United States
HSMN NewsFeed - 1 Oct 2012
Study Finds 78% Drop In Surgical Site Infection With AQUACEL(R) Ag SURGICAL Cover Dressing
Study Finds 78% Drop In Surgical Site Infection With AQUACEL(R) Ag SURGICAL Cover Dressing
HSMN NewsFeed - 1 Oct 2012
SafeStitch Medical(R), Inc. Announces Sales of the AMID(TM) Hernia Fixation Device
SafeStitch Medical(R), Inc. Announces Sales of the AMID(TM) Hernia Fixation Device
HSMN NewsFeed - 1 Oct 2012
FDA Panel Recommends FDA Approval for Second Sight’s Argus(R) II Retinal Prosthesis System
FDA Panel Recommends FDA Approval for Second Sight’s Argus(R) II Retinal Prosthesis System
HSMN NewsFeed - 1 Oct 2012
Sunshine Heart Announces Conditional Approval of IDE From the FDA for C-Pulse(R) Heart Assist System
Sunshine Heart Announces Conditional Approval of IDE From the FDA for C-Pulse(R) Heart Assist System
HSMN NewsFeed - 28 Sep 2012
Cardiac Dimensions(R) Initiates European Commercialization of CARILLON(R) Mitral Contour System(R)
Cardiac Dimensions(R) Initiates European Commercialization of CARILLON(R) Mitral Contour System(R)
HSMN NewsFeed - 28 Sep 2012
Acacia Subsidiary Enters into Settlement Agreement with Boston Scientific Corporation
Acacia Subsidiary Enters into Settlement Agreement with Boston Scientific Corporation
HSMN NewsFeed - 28 Sep 2012
Boston Scientific Launches Vercise(TM) Deep Brain Stimulation System in Europe
Boston Scientific Launches Vercise(TM) Deep Brain Stimulation System in Europe
HSMN NewsFeed - 28 Sep 2012
Boston Scientific Launches Emerge(TM) PTCA Balloon Dilatation Catheter in the U.S.
Boston Scientific Launches Emerge(TM) PTCA Balloon Dilatation Catheter in the U.S.
HSMN NewsFeed - 27 Sep 2012
Amedica Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance For A Second Generation Interbody Fusion Device System
Amedica Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance For A Second Generation Interbody Fusion Device System
HSMN NewsFeed - 27 Sep 2012
Alphatec Spine Receives Board Approval to Acquire Assets of Spine Implant Business
Alphatec Spine Receives Board Approval to Acquire Assets of Spine Implant Business
HSMN NewsFeed - 25 Sep 2012
Precision Spine(TM) Announces FDA 510(k) Clearance for ReForm(TM) Pedicle Screw System
Precision Spine(TM) Announces FDA 510(k) Clearance for ReForm(TM) Pedicle Screw System
HSMN NewsFeed - 25 Sep 2012
InspireMD Announces CEO Transition as it Sets Commercialization Plan for Advanced Stent Technology
InspireMD Announces CEO Transition as it Sets Commercialization Plan for Advanced Stent Technology
HSMN NewsFeed - 25 Sep 2012
Abbott Announces International Launch of the Absorb(TM) Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffold
Abbott Announces International Launch of the Absorb(TM) Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffold
HSMN NewsFeed - 24 Sep 2012
Teleflex Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance for ARROW(R) FlexBlock(TM) Continuous Peripheral Nerve Block Catheter
Teleflex Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance for ARROW(R) FlexBlock(TM) Continuous Peripheral Nerve Block Catheter
HSMN NewsFeed - 24 Sep 2012
Maquet Surgical Workplaces Launches Two New Products To Further Improve Flexibility In The Operating Room
Maquet Surgical Workplaces Launches Two New Products To Further Improve Flexibility In The Operating Room
HSMN NewsFeed - 24 Sep 2012
Boston Scientific Launches New Implantable Defibrillation Lead In Europe And Asia
Boston Scientific Launches New Implantable Defibrillation Lead In Europe And Asia
HSMN NewsFeed - 19 Sep 2012
Pediatric Cancer Patient Looks Forward to Successful Road Ahead Thanks to Proton Therapy
Pediatric Cancer Patient Looks Forward to Successful Road Ahead Thanks to Proton Therapy
HSMN NewsFeed - 19 Sep 2012
SpringLeaf Therapeutics Names Pieter Muntendam, MD, President and Chief Executive Officer
SpringLeaf Therapeutics Names Pieter Muntendam, MD, President and Chief Executive Officer
HSMN NewsFeed - 19 Sep 2012
Torax Medical Secures $30M Financing to Commercialize Pioneering Treatment for Reflux Disease
Torax Medical Secures $30M Financing to Commercialize Pioneering Treatment for Reflux Disease
HSMN NewsFeed - 18 Sep 2012
DFINE Announces Full U.S. Commercial Release of STAR Tumor Ablation System
DFINE Announces Full U.S. Commercial Release of STAR Tumor Ablation System
HSMN NewsFeed - 18 Sep 2012
K2M Receives Pediatric Clearance for MESA(R) & Rail 4D(TM) Spinal Systems
K2M Receives Pediatric Clearance for MESA(R) & Rail 4D(TM) Spinal Systems
HSMN NewsFeed - 18 Sep 2012
Aptus Endosystems Receives U.S. FDA Clearance For Thoracic-Length HeliFX Aortic Securement System
Aptus Endosystems Receives U.S. FDA Clearance For Thoracic-Length HeliFX Aortic Securement System
HSMN NewsFeed - 18 Sep 2012
DJO Surgical, a Business Unit of DJO Global, Announces the Launch of the Movation Knee System
DJO Surgical, a Business Unit of DJO Global, Announces the Launch of the Movation Knee System
HSMN NewsFeed - 17 Sep 2012
Covidien Expands Device Portfolio for Endovascular Treatment of Peripheral Vascular Disease
Covidien Expands Device Portfolio for Endovascular Treatment of Peripheral Vascular Disease
HSMN NewsFeed - 17 Sep 2012
Lanx Announces New Clinical Data That Show 94% Fusion Rate With ASPEN(TM) MIS Fusion System
Lanx Announces New Clinical Data That Show 94% Fusion Rate With ASPEN(TM) MIS Fusion System
