Medtronic's Micra, approved by FDA in April 2016, was the first leadless pacemaker to reach the U.S. market. The device is an example of how medical device makers continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in medtech miniaturization.

Thomasnet.com data shows vaccine-related sourcing categories such as syringes and medical injection-molded plastics have increased massively.

The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted medical device manufacturers to re-evaluate their supply chains. Here’s a look at why some are considering onshore, outsourced manufacturing of rapid diagnostic tests.

OEMs should choose CMO partners that can help scale to market fluctuations, adjust production schedules, navigate supply chain disruptions, and more, according to a CMO expert.

Speaking at BIOMEDigital, a micro molding expert busts nine common myths related to miniaturization.

In a BIOMEDigital session on miniaturization, an expert from Accumold showed this example of a variety of micro lenses and mirrors used in imaging, sensing, and medical applications.