In The Media
EUCOMED statement on PIP breast implant incidents
09 Jan 2012
Brussels, 9 January 2012 – The European medical technology industry association Eucomed notes with great concern recent press reports that the French firm Poly Implant Prothèse (PIP) may have violated the regulations by using unapproved industrial-grade silicone in some of its implantable products and by allegedly falsifying or withholding documents. If these or other allegations are confirmed, Eucomed strongly condemns PIP’s behaviour and breach of trust. Patient safety, public confidence, and ethical behaviour should always be the top priorities of any organisation active in the healthcare industry.
Millar Instruments Inc and Telemetry Research Ltd merge
15 Nov 2011
On the 10th November Millar Instruments, Inc. (Houston, TX) and Telemetry Research Ltd (Auckland, NZ) announced their merger.
New degree course in medical device/technology development
06 Oct 2011
The University of Auckland has launched a new master’s degree in medical device and technology development. While officially an engineering degree, it is open to people with science, engineering and medical backgrounds as well as those with suitable industry experience. By having people with different backgrounds, one of the aims is to bring a cross discipline approach to medical device and technology development.
Medical technology sector welcomes innovation hub
23 Sep 2011
The Medical Technology Association of New Zealand (MTANZ) welcomes the Health and Economic Development Ministers’ joint announcement of their intention to support a national health innovation hub.
Innovation Hub to help grow health tech sector
22 Sep 2011
Better links between the health technology sector and the health service are behind a plan to establish a national health innovation hub, say Economic Development Minister David Carter and Health Minister Tony Ryall.
Government will streamline clinical trial applications
06 Sep 2011
Release of the Government Response to the Report of the Health Committee on its Inquiry into improving New Zealand's environment to support innovation through clinical trials.
Radio New Zealand Insight Documentary: Future Health
22 Aug 2011
Radio New Zealand’s Health Correspondent, Karen Brown, speaks to those planning for the future about new technologies, including the ability to build new body parts, and developments in IT.
1ZB interview with Faye Sumner and Mike Hoskin - clinical trial capabilities in New Zealand.
10 Aug 2011
Faye Sumner, CEO of the Medical Technology Association is interviewed by Mike Hoskin in regards to the Health Select Committee Review recommendations on clinical trial capabilities in New Zealand.
One Network News article - Fisher and Paykel moves medical product trials overseas
10 Aug 2011
Television One reporter Renee Graham reports on New Zealand's clinical trial process and the proposed response to the Health Select Committee Review recommendations. Michael Daniell (CEO Fisher and Paykel Healthcare), Angela Pantano (BDM Medical Technology Association of New Zealand) and Tony Ryall (Minister of Health) interviewed.
Joint regulatory agency can assure safety
22 Jun 2011
The Medical Technology Association of New Zealand (MTANZ) today said that having one regulator for both
Australia and New Zealand to assure medical device safety can work for New Zealand if some of the issues
raised previously are addressed this time.
$12m fund to test new health treatments
14 Jun 2011
THe Government is delivering $12 milion over four years to trial health innovations and new technologies that improve patient care.
Medtech sector gets APEC backing
01 Jun 2011
Apec is throwing its weight behind efforts to develop ethical codes for the medical technology industry across the Asia-Pacific region.
Medical Technology Association of New Zealand (MTANZ) chief executive Faye Sumner says the development has the potential to make exporting a much easier process for Kiwi manufacturers, of which many were small-to-medium enterprises.