Philips Respironics Puts Wireless in Action
The Philips Respironics System One sleep therapy device won the Best Embedded End-to-End Service Award, part of the GSMA’s Embedded Mobile Competition (GSMA is an association that represents mobile operators worldwide). Philips’s system brings together both mobility and two-way wireless communications. The device currently operates on the nPhase AT&T network in the United States...
Medical Electronics: 'Attractive and Growing Market'
  Originally Published MEM Fall 2009 FROM THE EDITOR   As a result of continuing high demand and innovation, medical electronics represents the fastest growing industrial semiconductor opportunity for suppliers, according to a recent report from Databeans, a market research firm focused on the semiconductor and electronics industry. The report says that the medical electronics market...
Electronics Spur Advances in Medical Technology
  Originally Published MEM Spring 2009   Advances in medical technology will help the global discrete capacitors market reach $21.5 billion by 2015, according to a new report by Global Industry Analysts Inc. (GIA; San Jose). The growth is attributed in part to technological advances in medical electronics, particularly medical imaging.   “The global capacitor market...
Medical Imaging: Picturing the Future
  Originally Published MEM Fall 2005 FROM THE EDITOR   Medical imaging is a dynamic and evolving technology. According to Frost & Sullivan, the diagnostic medical imaging market is estimated to earn more than $18 billion globally through the end of this year. This market includes equipment such as computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and ultra-sound. However, it also...
From the Editor
  Originally Published MEM Spring 2005   The advent of electronic health records (EHRs) is a major topic of discussion among insurance and physician groups. Much of the focus is on using EHRs to streamline patient records and eliminate redundant data. Some groups just want to get the correct diagnosis code to the insurance carrier or HMO more quickly. At the Health Information...
From the Editor
  Originally Published MEM Fall 2004   TELEMEDICINE has been around for more than 30 years. In concert with the Internet, wireless technology advancements would seem to be the key to a telemedicine revolution. Not so. A recent government report highlights the obstacles still standing in the way of real progress. "A framework for determining reimbursement coverage of telehealth...
From the Editor
  Originally Published MEM Spring 2004   When we think of medical electronics, we often think of large, complicated equipment like MRIs. But, sometimes, it's the small devices that can make the biggest difference. One of this year's Medical Design Excellence Awards winners was just such a device. The Partner Rhythm Assistant, made by Guidant Corp. (Indianapolis), is a handheld device...
From the Editor
  Originally Published MEM Fall 2003   Wireless is working its way into the hearts—and maybe the heart monitors—of medical electronics manufacturers. In a report published earlier this year, In-Stat/MDR identifies healthcare as one of the two leading vertical markets that will grow aggressively in the next several years. Medical applications offer the greatest opportunities...
From the Editor
  Originally Published MEM Spring 2003   A biotech-microtech convergence will redefine the design of implantables, surgical tools, and drug-delivery systems. Using nanotechnology, microelectromechanical systems, and new materials, diagnostic and monitoring equipment will stretch the definition of system on a chip in the coming decade. These predictions come from Sir Robin Saxby,...
Decade of Dedication: MEM Marks 10 Years in Medical Electronics
  Originally Published MEM Fall 2002 From the Editor Decade of Dedication: MEM Marks 10 Years in Medical Electronics Sherrie Conroy In 2001, a new standard expanded the EMC requirements for medical devices. Now, IEC 60601-1-2 has taken on even more significance because the Food and Drug Administration has recently begun accepting test results to the international standard as...