Artificial pancreas effective in type 2 diabetes: trial
13 January, 2023An artificial pancreas that combines an off-the-shelf glucose monitor and insulin pump with an app has been successfully trialled by type 2 diabetes patients.
Mindray HyLED C Series surgical lights
01 January, 2023The Mindray HyLED C Series surgical lights were launched in December 2022 to supersede the HyLED 6, 7 and 8.
LiVac liver retraction device
17 November, 2022The LiVac Retractor is a single-use soft silicone device which attaches to regulated suction in order to create a vacuum that joins the liver and diaphragm.
Mixed reality 3D hologram technology used in surgery
26 October, 2022Digital holograms are an emerging tool in operating rooms across the globe. Now, a HoloLens mixed reality headset has been used during surgery.
Home-grown innovation transforming global infection prevention practice
22 September, 2022trophon® technology is an Australian innovation that has transformed the global infection prevention landscape. The trophon device is now recognised as the world's leading automated HLD solution for ultrasound probes.
Innovation funding for 3D-printed ostomy seal set
14 February, 2022Medical technology company Singular Health, in collaboration with the national science agency CSIRO, has received a $100,000 funding boost.
Epworth HealthCare spinal surgeons use digital robotic platform
24 November, 2021Epworth HealthCare spinal surgeons are being aided by a new digital robotic platform, effectively giving them an extra set of hands in theatre.
DePuy Synthes, J&J Institute launch mobile training lab for surgeons, hospital staff
20 October, 2021DePuy Synthes, the Orthopaedics business unit of Johnson & Johnson Medical Australia, and the Johnson & Johnson Institute, have launched a mobile training lab bringing training directly to surgeons and their teams around Australia.
Radar guidance used in Vic breast cancer surgery
08 October, 2021Melbourne woman Jodie Talone is said to be the first patient in Australia to have a tumour removed with the assistance of the SCOUT radar technology.
3D tech training to improve surgeries
05 October, 2021A South Australian research project focusing on 3D technology hopes to improve knee, hip and spine surgeries.
Cutera truBody body aesthetic solution
26 August, 2021Cutera's truBody solution pairs two non-surgical technologies: one designed to reduce fat and the other to build, strengthen and tone muscle.
Trotec SpeedMarker marking lasers
13 August, 2021Trotec SpeedMarker marking lasers provide an innovative solution that is designed to produce precise marking results that can last the lifecycle of a chosen product.
Illustrators and developers move from entertainment to health care
13 August, 2021Australia has witnessed a surge in illustrators and developers moving from the entertainment sector into the medical industry.
The device set to reform stroke care for all Australians
13 August, 2021EMVision has developed a portable brain scanner for rapid, point-of-care stroke diagnosis and monitoring. Scott Kirkland tells us more.
A new advanced treatment for back pain
11 August, 2021 by Gabriella Kelly-Davies*There is new hope on the horizon for people living with back pain, a leading cause of disability worldwide.
