About us
Medical Devices and Pharma LLC is a professional provider of expert regulatory consulting services for manufacturers of medical devices and pharmaceutical products regulated by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Health Canada, the European Union (EU), and globally.
This webpage not only provides regulatory information and assistance, but it is also a consumer-oriented resource designed to present timely safety news, helpful information, and analysis for users of medical devices and pharmaceutical products.
Our mission
The mission of Medical Devices and Pharma is to provide the highest quality personalized professional regulatory services to our clients, maintain vigilance and provide timely safety information to consumers of medical device and pharmaceutical products, and provide insight and guidance to companies in FDA-regulated industries regarding their products, processes, innovation, product safety, and enforcement.
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We designed the Medical Devices and Pharma website to present critical industry information in a well-organized and easy-to-navigate format. We stay up-to-date with regulatory agency announcements and activities, so visitors to the site will see current information about medical devices and pharmaceuticals.
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We are available to respond to regulatory questions, strategies, or managed projects. Do you have regulatory questions about your medical device or pharmaceutical product? Let us know – please contact us and we can provide regulatory guidance and advice for upcoming regulatory projects.
Regulatory and Quality Headlines
The IMDRF: International Regulators
The International Medical Device Regulators Forum (IMDRF) plays a pivotal role in shaping global regulatory approaches and standards for medical devices, enhancing safety and innovation across international borders.The International Medical Device Regulators Forum...
FDA Submission and Approval Processes for 510(k)s
Learn how the FDA's 510(k) premarket notification system facilitates the introduction of new medical devices to the market, ensuring safety and compliance.Partner with us to navigate the complexities of the FDA approval process efficiently.The FDA's 510(k) process is...
DeRoyal Industries, Inc. Recalls Tracecarts
Urgent Class I Recall Notice DeRoyal Industries, Inc. has issued an urgent recall notice for certain Tracecarts containing 16FR Urine Meter Foley under recall by Nurse Assist. Identified by the FDA as a Class I recall, the most serious type, the use of these devices...
Class I Recall for Stay-Safe Catheter Extension Sets and Adapters
Urgent Class I Recall Notice FDA has issued a Class I recall – the most serious type – for certain medical devices manufactured by Fresenius Medical Care. The recall concerns Stay-Safe Catheter Extension Sets and Stay-Safe/Luer Lock Adapters, pivotal components used...
Regulatory Information Management Systems (RIMS)
Discover how RIMS plays a pivotal role in ensuring compliance and enhancing operational efficiencies in the medical device and pharmaceutical sectors.Streamline your regulatory processes with a centralized platform for managing critical compliance information.Adapt to...
Abbott/Thoratec Recalls HeartMate II and HeartMate 3 LVAS
Recall Alert: HeartMate II and HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Assist Systems (LVAS) The FDA has issued a Class I recall, the most serious type, for the HeartMate II and HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Assist Systems (LVAS) due to potential serious injuries or death...
Quality Management System Regulation – QMSR
Explore how the FDA's newly introduced Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR) is set to redefine compliance standards in the medical device industry, transitioning from the traditional 21 CFR 820 framework.The FDA's new Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR)...
Where Regulatory and Quality Functions Intersect
At Medical Devices and Pharma, we understand that the seamless interaction between Regulatory Affairs and Quality functions is pivotal for the success of medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturers. Our expertise ensures that these collaborations not only comply...
FDA Enforcement
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States employs various enforcement mechanisms to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and to protect public health. These mechanisms are essential for maintaining the safety, efficacy, and quality of food,...
Overview of ISO 13485
ISO 13485, Medical devices quality management systems ISO 13485, Medical devices quality management systems, is an international standard that specifies requirements for a quality management system (QMS) for medical device manufacturers. It also outlines requirements...