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Linkcotek's Journey from Mico-Business to Multi-Million Dollar Global Company
The company’s transformation into a global player is a testament to entrepreneurial spirit, technological innovation, and dedication to customer service.

FDA greenlights medical device to combat bladder issues
FDA greenlights medical device to combat bladder issues In the latest edition of STAT's Health Tech newsletter: the FDA greenlights device to combat bladder issues and telehealth companies court payers looking for weight loss programs.

Magnetic Tentacle Robots for Minimally Invasive Procedures
Researchers at the University of Leeds in the UK have developed a magnetic tentacle robot that is intended for use in minimally invasive medical procedures, such as the treatment of tumors in the lungs.

MISHA Knee Shock Absorber: Interview with Anton Clifford, CEO of Moximed
Moximed, a medtech company based in California, has developed the MISHA knee system, an implantable shock absorber for use in patients with knee osteoarthritis.

FDA updates guidance on paclitaxel-coated devices, determines no link to late mortality risk
The FDA issued healthcare providers updated guidance for certain warning language with paclitaxel-coated devices that treat PAD.

Federal advisory group rejects proposal to make medical device tracking easier
“It’s a setback in patient safety and surveillance,” one expert said, "and will leave us with an insufficient regulatory system for identifying unsafe devices."

Peca Labs Bets on ePTFE for Pediatric Cardiovascular Valves
The company announced the first-in-human implant of its Masa valve, saying the device could be a significant improvement in the treatment of pediatric cardiovascular congenital heart defects.

Smith+Nephew Nabs 510(k) Clearance for AETOS Shoulder System
The device is indicated for both anatomic and reverse total shoulder arthroplasty.

Cala Health Launches Wearable Device to Treat Hand Tremors
Cala Health recently launched its kIQ system — which it calls the first noninvasive wearable device cleared by the FDA to temporarily relieve tremors in people with essential tremor and Parkinson’s disease.

Making Manufacturing Appealing to Gen Z Article-Making Manufacturing Appealing to Gen Z
IME East panel to explore the issues of attracting younger workers to the dynamic, high-tech manufacturing sector.