Medical Device and Pharma Innovation
The United States has the most technologically advanced medical devices and pharmaceutical products in the world. New medical devices that improve existing therapies or introduce a new therapy are continually being introduced, as are new new and innovative pharmaceutical products that fill a need for a new treatment or improve existing treatments.
And though innovation thrives in the U.S., there is a regulatory framework in place to ensure that medical devices and pharmaceuticals placed on the market are safe and effective. This means that manufacturers of moderate- to high-risk devices and drugs must demonstrate that their new or modified product is safe and effective before receiving FDA marketing approval or clearance.
New Drugs and Devices
New pharmaceutical products must prove their safety and efficacy through the FDA’s traditional approval process or its Accelerated Approval program. Read more.
New medical devices are approved for marketing based on FDA regulations to enforce the Medical Device Amendments (MDAs) of the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. Devices are classified and approved based on established marketing approval tracks, such as Pre-Market Notification, also known as 510(k) and Pre-Market Approval (PMA). Read more.
Innovation Headlines
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...
Edwards EVOQUE Tricuspid Valve Replacement System
Edwards EVOQUE Tricuspid Valve Replacement System In a groundbreaking move, the FDA has recently approved the Edwards EVOQUE Tricuspid Valve Replacement System for market distribution. The device was developed by Edwards Lifesciences LLC. This innovative system...
Prospera Spinal Cord Stimulation System for Intractable Back Pain
Prospera Spinal Cord Stimulation System FDA has recently approved the Prospera Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) System, developed by BIOTRONIK NRO, INC., as a treatment for chronic, difficult-to-manage pain in the trunk or limbs. This implanted system comprises a...
A Look at the CDRH 2024 Innovation Report
Revolutionizing Medical Device Innovation In a world where medical technology evolves at a rapid pace, ensuring patients have access to cutting-edge, safe, and effective devices is paramount. Yesterday, the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) released...
FDA Approves Versatile Antibiotic Zevtera for Three Key Infections
FDA Approves Versatile Antibiotic Zevtera for Three Key Infections The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced today that the fight against bacterial infections has gained a significant boost with the recent approval of Zevtera (ceftobiprole medocaril...
FDA Approves Treatment for Platinum-Resistant Ovarian Cancer
In a significant development for the treatment of platinum-resistant epithelial ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer, on March 22, 2024 the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted approval for mirvetuximab soravtansine-gynx, marketed as Elahere by...
FDA Approves Thoracic Stent Graft System
FDA Approves RelayPro Thoracic Stent Graft System for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms and Penetrating Atherosclerotic Ulcers Treatment The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on March 7, 2023 approved the RelayPro Thoracic Stent Graft System, a new medical...
Prodigy Proclaim Spinal Cord Stimulation Systems
Significant advancement for chronic pain treatment On February 15, 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the approval of the Prodigy Proclaim and Proclaim XR Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) systems. This approval marks a significant step forward in...
FDA Breakthrough Devices Program
Program assists needed products with access to US market The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has established the Breakthrough Devices Program, a voluntary program that aims to expedite the development, assessment, and review of medical devices that demonstrate...
Approvals for FDA Breakthrough Devices
Innovative Devices for Unmet Needs The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has made a positive decision on the marketing applications of the following products. What sets them apart? They are innovative devices that qualified and participated in FDA's Breakthough...