In this episode of AbbottTalks, Mahmood Kazemi, MD, Chief Medical Officer of Abbott’s Diabetes Care business overviews the profound advancements in diabetes management over the past decade and discusses the evolution of treatments and technological innovations that have revolutionized how individuals with diabetes approach their condition.

Further, Dr. Kazemi underscores the benefits of advancements such as the GLP-1 receptor agonists and medications that control glucose levels and offer cardiovascular and renal protection. He then elaborates on how Abbott's FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems have significantly improved diabetes management. These systems provide real-time data, empowering individuals to customize their medication, diet, and activity levels with unprecedented precision. He also speaks to Abbott's ongoing and future work, including developing a state-of-the-art continuous glucose ketone monitoring (CGKM) sensor. This medical biowearable is designed to provide crucial early warning signs in Type 1 diabetes management, a significant step towards preventing dangerous complications and hospitalizations.

Looking to the future, Kazemi anticipates a wider adoption of CGM across the diabetes community, including those with type 2 diabetes, and an increase in insurer coverage.

Thank you to BMP Medical for sponsoring this episode of AbbottTalks! For more information on how BMP Medical works with medical device companies, visit www.bmpmedical.com

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Abbott’s Kazemi discusses a decade of diabetes advancements and the impact of CGM on diabetes care

Radio Paul brings internationally known author and medical device designer Jack Dunne to the Coffee Hour this week. Jack's family owned pharmacies and medical stores in Holyoke, MA. A fascinating chance meeting with a customer ignited his passion for local history and propelled him on to his writing career. It's quite a story.

The Coffee Hour -Jack Dunn

Medical imaging is a crucial component of healthcare, encompassing various techniques that provide essential insights into the body's internal structures and functions for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Government agencies like the FDA and NRC, along with accreditation bodies such as The Joint Commission and ACR, rigorously regulate medical imaging practices to ensure patient safety and high-quality care. These regulations encompass equipment safety, quality control, radiation protection, and staff training, with certified medical physicists and technologists playing key roles. Continuous quality assessment, adherence to safety principles, and swift response to safety alerts are integral in maintaining compliance. Medical imaging's stringent oversight guarantees patient welfare and optimal healthcare outcomes, all while upholding the principles of radiation safety through the expertise of health physicists and the vigilance of Radiation Safety Officers.

208 - Medical Imaging

In this episode of IntuitiveTalks, Dirk Barten, Senior VP and GM of EU Commercial and Marketing at Intuitive, takes us through Europe's unique surgical robotics landscape. He discusses the differences in adoption rates between the US and Europe, where surgical robotics uptake has lagged by about five to seven years.

Barten also explains the critical role Intuitive’s digital ecosystem plays in supporting surgeons and healthcare teams throughout Europe. Through tools like tele-education and digital hubs, Intuitive is providing accessible training and data support, which he believes are essential in driving improved patient outcomes and meeting hospitals' needs for more integrated and efficient surgical solutions.

In addition, Barten explores how healthcare system consolidation in major European countries is reshaping hospital networks, leading to increased centralization of complex procedures. He highlights Intuitive’s investment in expanding its infrastructure across Europe, with new sites in Switzerland, Germany, and the UK, underscoring Intuitive’s confidence in the region’s growth potential despite ongoing economic pressures.

Thank you to Kollmorgen for sponsoring this episode. To learn more about how Kollmorgen works with medical device companies, please visit: www.kollmorgen.com. 

And that’s not all! Explore some of Kollmorgen’s success stories below:
1. Kollmorgen and Stereotaxis Advance the Precision and Safety of Surgical Robots | https://www.kollmorgen.com/en-us/case-studies/kollmorgen-and-stereotaxis-advance-precision-and-safety-surgical-robots
2. Enabling New Surgical Possibilities with High-Torque, Low-Temperature and Compact-Size Motors | https://www.kollmorgen.com/en-us/case-studies/enabling-new-surgical-possibilities-high-torque-low-temperature-and-compact-size

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Intuitive’s Barten on Europe’s surgical robotics adoption, healthcare shifts & regulatory demands

In this episode of The FemTech series, Olivia Friett editor of European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer, is joined by Jean Bouquet, Mark Owen and Emily Fitch from Viospex to discuss the bouquet speculum and it's benefits compared to the standard speculum.

The FemTech Series: Replacing the current speculum

As healthcare continues to evolve, the next phase of medical devices will see greater integration of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and predictive analytics. These technologies will enable healthcare providers to make more accurate diagnoses, customize treatment plans, and predict patient outcomes with greater precision. At Voler Systems, we are dedicated to staying ahead of these trends, integrating next-generation technologies into our device designs to provide long-term solutions that will shape the future of healthcare. https://www.volersystems.com/industries/medical-devices

Medical Device Design for the Next Phase of Healthcare Innovation

One of Voler Systems’ key strengths is its deep knowledge of regulatory requirements. Navigating the complex regulatory landscape is essential for bringing medical devices to market, and Voler’s experienced team ensures that each project adheres to all necessary guidelines. This attention to compliance not only accelerates the approval process but also guarantees that the final product is safe, effective, and ready for market entry. Clients trust Voler Systems to deliver their products on time and within budget, meeting and often exceeding expectations. https://www.volersystems.com/industries/medical-devices

40+ Years of Expertise: Voler Systems’ Journey in Medical Device Innovation

Wearable technology for healthcare offers a variety of benefits, from continuous monitoring of vital signs to managing chronic conditions. Devices such as smartwatches, fitness trackers, and specialized medical wearables are now capable of tracking heart rate, blood oxygen levels, sleep patterns, and more. These devices provide real-time data, enabling users to make informed decisions about their health and wellness. They also facilitate remote patient monitoring, reducing the need for frequent hospital visits and allowing healthcare professionals to track their patients’ conditions from a distance. https://www.volersystems.com/industries/wearable-devices

Integrating Wearable Tech for Better Health Management

The regulatory grey zone for digital health in the European Union has finally cleared. In a landmark move, the EU's Medical Device Coordination Group (MDCG) has issued the MDCG 2025-4 Guidance, a document that fundamentally reshapes the responsibilities for medical device software (MDSW) and Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) distributed through major online platforms.

MDCG 2025-4  Medical Device Software Apps on Online Platforms

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In this audio overview, we delve into the transformative role of Computational Modeling and Simulation (CM&S) in medical device development and beyond, exploring how these advanced virtual tools are reshaping regulatory pathways and accelerating innovation.
You'll learn how CM&S, encompassing various physics-based simulations like Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural mechanics and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) for fluid flow, has become a pivotal tool throughout the entire product life cycle of medical devices

A major focus of our overview is the FDA's progressive strategy and guidance on computational modeling. We discuss how the FDA actively promotes and recognizes CM&S evidence for device approval and clearance, aligning closely with the ASME V&V 40-2018 standard. This framework provides a structured, risk-informed credibility assessment framework, defining how simulations should be verified and validated to ensure trust in their predictive capability

Verification and Validation Activities for Computational Models with ASME 40-2018

Discover the forefront of innovation with Voler Systems, a trustworthy name in wearable and IoT device development. Our team specializes in crafting solutions for companies of every size, covering medical and consumer product domains. With extensive expertise in sensors, wireless communication, power management, and medical devices, our engineers strive to deliver cutting-edge designs tailored to your needs. Since 1979, our proven design process has successfully addressed technical risks, providing hassle-free manufacturing for your products. Please contact Voler Systems and discuss your next design project.

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