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With the EU set to review public procurement rules, healthcare stakeholders should highlight the role of Value-based Procurement in driving sustainability and innovation A quiet revolution has been taking place in how hospitals and health systems purchase the products and services they need to run vital services. By working together to prioritise value, stakeholders can […]

Key points Health data can drive better outcomes and support patient safety Total anonymisation would make secondary use of device or research data impossible MedTech Europe has developed a framework that balances data protection with data-driven opportunities to help perform the analysis of re-identification risks We live in an increasingly data-driven world. Innovative medical technology […]

By embedding compliance at the core of decision-making, medtech and life science companies will be ready to rise to future challenges When we think about the key trends shaping the healthcare sector, it quickly becomes clear that ethics and compliance have a central role to play in the future of our industry. Consider the risks […]

The EU medical technology regulations need a rethink to boost competitiveness that better safeguards patient access to innovation  Europe has a strong and diverse medical technology sector and some of the best health services in the world. However, a serious crisis is on the horizon, which threatens our shared progress. We must address this challenge […]

As we witness the AI Act entering into force, MedTech Europe applauds the European Commission and the co-legislators for taking a leading role in this momentous endeavour. The AI Act represents the first supranational framework aimed at regulating the safety and quality aspects of AI applications across sectors and domains. While it is a landmark […]

With new global challenges on the horizon, compliance with the MedTech Europe Code is an investment in the future  If my years as a legal and compliance professional in Europe’s medical technology sector have taught me anything, it is the value of trust. It is vital that healthcare professionals and patients trust us to produce […]

Healthcare professionals are under pressure. Stress and fatigue were a growing concern long before the pandemic put burnout under the spotlight. Now, amid a shortage of nurses and significant mental health issues among healthcare staff, governments, health systems and hospitals are facing a human resources crisis. The medical technology sector can play a constructive role […]

MedTech Europe Manifesto: The EU has a key role in preparing for future challenges, from AMR and climate to global trade distortions and supply chain disruption  European health systems have faced severe stress tests in recent years, revealing some of the strengths and weaknesses of our services and institutions. Learning from this experience will be […]

The MedTech Europe Manifesto: A four-point plan for how the EU can do more for our wellbeing ‒ patients must be centre to building a healthy future Across Europe, campaigning is underway ahead of June’s European Parliament elections. This marks the beginning of a new chapter in the cycle of EU decision-making and offers us […]