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Medical Devices

Medical devices are instruments, machines, or implants used to diagnose, prevent, or treat medical conditions. They range from simple tools like thermometers to complex technologies such as pacemakers, imaging systems, and robotic surgery equipment. The medical device industry combines engineering, biotechnology, and digital innovation to improve patient care, with growing use of AI, sensors, and connectivity for smarter, more personalized healthcare solutions.

Medtronic’s Hugo Surgical Robot Challenges Da Vinci’s Longstanding Dominance

November 2, 2025May 2, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Surgical Robotics

Medtronic developed Hugo specifically to challenge Intuitive Surgical’s long-running dominance in robotic surgery systems.

Humanoid Robots Are Here: Surgery, Service, and Cage Matches?

November 2, 2025April 4, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Tesla Bot's New Walk and Unitree G1 Trying Surgery

Is the world ready for humanoid robot doctors? What about surgery? Why is the Tesla Optimus itching for a cage match?

Robotics Czar, Sweeping National Strategy, and Government Funding Urged by Automation Trade Group

May 3, 2026April 20, 2024 by Mike Kalil
Robotics Czar Illustration

North America’s largest automation trade association has issued a bold call for the government to up its involvement in the advancement of robotics. 

ISO 13485: Evolution of Medical Device QMS Standard

November 1, 2025January 15, 2024 by Mike Kalil
ISO 13485 for Medical Device Quality Management Systems (QMS) Explainer

ISO 13485 is a global standard that spells out quality management system (QMS) requirements for organizations providing medical devices and related services.

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