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AM Transforms On-Demand Medical Device Production

AM enables high levels of customization for medical devices including implants, prosthetics and surgical guides.
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Securing the Future of Medical Devices for Connected Health 

As the number of connected medical devices increases, cybersecurity is an important part of their design. The IEEE has developed security standards and guidance that can help protect patient data.

AM Transforms On-Demand Medical Device Production

August 29, 2025 · AM enables high levels of customization for medical devices including implants, prosthetics and surgical guides.

3D Systems Solution Makes Possible Facial Implant Manufacturing

April 8, 2025 · 3D-printed PEEK facial implant manufactured at the point-of-care using 3D Systems’ EXT 220 MED, according to 3D Systems.

Stratasys Grows Market for Medical Device Manufacturers

February 10, 2025 · Stratasys Direct’s new ISO 13485 certification meets regulatory requirements necessary for medical device manufacturers, company says.

Securing the Future of Medical Devices for Connected Health 

September 27, 2024 · As the number of connected medical devices increases, cybersecurity is an important part of their design. The IEEE has developed security standards and guidance that can help protect patient data.

Medical Device Makers Explore Synthetic Data Use

March 5, 2024 · AI plays an important role in generating synthetic data.

Accelerating Medical Device Design with Modeling and Simulation

October 23, 2023 · A conversation with Visa Suomi of MathWorks on how new technology is affecting the medical design workflow.

Precision Manufacturing Insights with Sheila Ziobro of Quartisis

October 12, 2023 · BMF had the opportunity to sit down with Quartisis, a micro-printing and machining company, that specializes in various aspects of the manufacturing process such as design, 3D printing, rapid prototyping, and expedited delivery of products.

Digital Engineering September 2023

September 7, 2023 · Our September 2023 issue includes features on patient-centered medical device design, point-of-care 3D printing, workstation configuration, and a review of the Lenovo ThinkStation P360 Ultra.

Ultra-high Accuracy, Precision, and Resolution Micro 3D Printed Medical Device Manufacturing

May 17, 2023 · Discover how the use of micro-precision 3D printing is aiding medical device producers to tackle two common issues through this white paper.

Special Focus: Medical Design Innovations

April 28, 2023 · In this Special Focus Issue, we look at new technology to advance the design of medical devices.

3D Printing Challenges in Healthcare

November 1, 2022 · For additive manufacturing to advance in healthcare, the industry needs better education, standards, and flexible regulation.

Medical Device Association Launches Hub for Research, Standards

August 23, 2022 · On the home page, visitors can find a curated list of news about AAMI, the medical device and health technology industry, in-depth features, and personal stories from professionals.

Connected Medical Devices Come into Their Own

August 4, 2022 · The internet-enabled healthcare ecosystem encompasses sensors, devices and other systems able to acquire, process and transmit health data.

Advancing Medicine with Engineering Design

August 1, 2022 · New materials, applications and connectivity are driving the need for innovative design approaches in medtech.

Nice Shot

June 30, 2022 · BlackHägen Design and PreciHealth deliver safe, user-friendly and cost-effective self-vaccination and fluid sampling devices.

3D Systems VSP Bolus Made to Optimize Radiotherapy Targeting

April 26, 2022 · 3D printing of the patient-specific shape reduces air gaps and improves efficacy of treatment, according to 3D Systems.

3D Systems Partners with Enhatch

March 25, 2022 · Aim is to scale personalized medical device delivery.

Siemens PLM for Medical Devices Now Available

March 1, 2022 · PLM for Medical Devices incorporates three areas: design data management, product line management and quality process management.

Bionic Arms and Magic Castles Change Lives

January 28, 2022 · Engineers transform wheelchairs and prosthetics into expressive art pieces.

3D Printing Cements its Place in Healthcare

December 30, 2021 · Formlabs 3D printing technology first to be listed in a major group purchasing organization (GPO) catalog, demonstrating increased demand for AM surgical tools and supplies.


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