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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota (BCBSMN) took a stance in a recent report on health equity in Minnesota, building upon their existing content and calling attention to health inequity in the state. The report calls out the health disparities that exist despite the state’s above average health outcomes. To many, residence in Minnesota […]
By Sarah-Lloyd Stevenson In the Midwest and across the country, state governments are recognizing that telehealth is a viable and affordable option for providing healthcare services to patients and their communities. In recent years, nearly every state has taken a step toward improving the coverage or reimbursement of telehealth. However, policies look very different from […]
The medical device industry has traditionally relied on a combination of bench testing, animal testing, and clinical trials to guide the development and evaluation of medical devices. Indeed, regulatory agencies around the globe have established their approval processes around these three sources of evidence. In the mid to late 2000’s, it became clear that our […]
2019 has not been a banner year for Minnesota’s M&A market. After a half-decade of record-setting activity, the local M&A scene has cooled significantly, with the lowest reported deal volume and dollar values since 2013. According to Pitchbook data, total deal count for Minnesota companies for the first half of 2019 was 35% lower than over […]
By Björn Stansvik, MentorMate Founder & CEO As the presence of connected devices in our daily lives increases, one area that continues to experience tremendous growth is the medical device industry. The Internet of Things (IoT) in the consumer space might make life more convenient, but it doesn’t truly impact our overall health and well-being. […]
Greenlight Guru, the only medical device quality management system (MD QMS) software platform, is bringing our 2019 True Quality Roadshow, a countrywide gathering of medical device professionals and industry stakeholders, to Minneapolis on June 13th at the Watson Block Event Center & Venue from 5-8pm. The Greenlight Guru True Quality Roadshow is a leading destination […]
By Andrew Walker, Alex Kurth and Josh Brix, West Monroe Partners The concept of adaptive reuse is defined as “the practice of identifying, acquiring, renovating, and placing back into service a building or similar structure for a purpose different than that for which is was originally designed.” Simply put: ‘old buildings, new ways.’ Despite being […]
Few industries can rival the excitement – and the risk – that ripples through the medical device health care sector. The thrill of bringing science and invention to life is real. But, that doesn’t mean it’s easy to tell the complex stories that lie at the intersection of health and technology. With many demands and […]
Similar to the medical industry, the photography and videography industries are rapidly evolving so staying on top of trends and sharing them with clients and partners is incredibly important to a reputable studio. Here are some of the frequently asked questions that the Gamut One Studios’ team hears from our clients and our solutions for […]
By Serafin (Fin) Samson, Baker Tilly The MedCity News INVEST Twin Cities digital health conference brought together industry leaders, entrepreneurs and investors who are cultivating and shaping the digital health landscape. As a first-time attendee, I walked away with several key takeaways from the conference. Talent pool There is a great range of talented […]