2024 was an eventful year in the MedTech landscape, with plenty of changes happening within the industry. Just to name a few:
FDA published its Final Rule on the new Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR), initiating a long awaited process of harmonization with ISO 13485:2016.
The agency also issued its Final Rule on the phaseout of enforcement discretion for lab developed tests (LDTs), setting off a minor panic in the LDT sector.
The EU parliament passed Regulation (EU) 2024/1860, extending the transitional period for certain in-vitro diagnostics to comply with IVDR.
Something that hasn’t changed, however, is our commitment to bringing you timely, informative, and high-quality content on all the latest updates in MedTech. Whether you prefer to read, watch, or listen, we’ve got you covered. We looked through our entire content output for the year, found our most popular blogs, webinars, and podcasts, and brought them together here—along with a bundle of our most popular tools, templates, and checklists that you can download for free.
There’s something here for everyone, so see what grabs your interest and enjoy!
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This blog post explains the FDA's new Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR), which aligns U.S. medical device standards with ISO 13485:2016 to simplify compliance and reduce redundancy.
We discuss the FDA's shift from traditional record-keeping terms like DMR, DHR, and DHF to an ISO 13485:2016-aligned approach under the new QMSR.
This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough of the FDA's Premarket Approval (PMA) process for Class III medical devices. You'll learn about each step required to demonstrate safety and effectiveness, ensuring compliance and facilitating market entry.
In this guide, we delve into best practices for collecting, managing, and analyzing clinical data in the MedTech industry, including strategies to ensure data integrity and regulatory compliance throughout the product lifecycle.
This piece outlines the requirements for Post-Market Clinical Follow-up (PMCF) under the European Union Medical Device Regulation (EU MDR). You'll learn how to effectively plan and execute PMCF activities to maintain compliance and ensure ongoing device safety and performance.
This article introduces the turtle diagram as a tool to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of internal audits. You'll learn how to apply this method to systematically assess processes and identify areas for improvement.
Here, we examine the training management requirements outlined in ISO 13485:2016 and FDA's Part 820.25. You'll gain insights into developing compliant training programs that ensure personnel competence and regulatory adherence.
This comprehensive guide explores the regulatory landscape, classification, and development processes for In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) devices, as well as the unique considerations and compliance requirements specific to IVD products.
This article breaks down the Medical Device Coordination Group's (MDCG) guidance on compiling an Investigator’s Brochure for clinical investigations. You'll learn about the essential components and regulatory expectations for this critical document.
This piece clarifies the distinctions between PMA supplements and amendments in the FDA approval process, explaining when and how to appropriately utilize each to manage changes in your Class III medical device submissions.
Our free training webinars help medical device professionals keep up with industry best practices, navigate regulatory changes, and stay compliant. Here are our most watched webinars of 2024:
This webinar discusses the FDA's transition from the Quality System Regulation (QSR) to the Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR), aligning more closely with ISO 13485 standards. You'll learn how to adjust your systems to meet these new regulatory demands.
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This session provides expert perspectives on Post-Market Clinical Follow-up (PMCF) requirements under the EU MDR 2017/745. You'll gain practical guidance on implementing PMCF activities to maintain compliance and ensure device safety.
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This webinar offers strategies for transitioning to the FDA's new QMSR framework. Learn the key distinctions between QMSR and ISO 13485 and receive actionable steps to prepare your organization for compliance.
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This session clarifies the FDA's final guidance on medical device cybersecurity, emphasizing risk management throughout the product lifecycle and offering guidance on submission expectations and cybersecurity.
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Here, we explore integrating ISO 14971 risk management principles within the new QMSR framework. You'll discover best practices for designing risk processes that meet regulatory expectations and avoid common pitfalls.
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This session provides updates on global Unique Device Identification (UDI) regulations, focusing on EUDAMED amendments and trends from various health authorities. Viewers will gain valuable insights into developing a practical UDI strategy for product data submissions.
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This webinar examines the FDA's eSTAR 5.0 platform, highlighting changes to cybersecurity, biocompatibility, and clinical data requirements. You'll receive guidance on navigating the platform for successful 510(k), De Novo, or PMA submissions.
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In this webinar, we delve into IEC 62366-1, focusing on enhancing user safety and device usability, as well as explaining how to implement the standard effectively to improve medical device design and reduce use errors.
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This webinar addresses the critical phase of transferring medical device design to manufacturing. You'll explore best practices for ensuring a smooth transition, proper documentation, and alignment between design specifications and production needs.
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This interactive session featured FDA representatives discussing the final guidance on medical device cybersecurity. Check out what questions your industry peers had around complying with the final guidance on cybersecurity in MedTech.
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The Global Medical Device Podcast is where today's brightest minds in the medical device industry go to get their most useful and actionable insider knowledge, direct from some of the world's leading medical device experts and companies.
In this episode, we explore quality and regulatory roles in the medical device industry with Jennifer Mascioli-Tudor, CEO of JMT Compliance Consulting, highlighting proactive quality management, project management skills, and effective communication.
In this episode, Etienne Nichols and guest Ashkon Rasooli explore the transformative impact of AI in the medical device industry. From AI-driven diagnostics and wearable health monitors to the future of surgical robots, they delve into how these technologies are reshaping healthcare.
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In this insightful episode, Eric Henry and Etienne Nichols delve into the evolving landscape of AI in MedTech, focusing on regulatory compliance and the future of AI in medical devices.
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In this episode of the Global Medical Device Podcast, Etienne Nichols is joined by Kavetha Ram, a seasoned expert in health and pharmaceutical sciences and the regulatory department leader at Spectra Medical Devices.
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This episode of the Global Medical Device Podcast features a compelling conversation with Perry Parendo, a seasoned expert in product development and project management within the MedTech sector.
April Mullen is the Director of Brand and Content at Greenlight Guru.