Intellectual Property (IP) is critical for medical technology companies to attract funding and exits, whether M&A or IPO. Learn best practices and pitfalls to avoid in building strategic patent portfolios to close funding, stay competitive, and secure a successful exit. Executives will also discuss how to position a MedTech company to attract investors, collaborators, and partners.

Tortuous anatomy presents a persistent challenge in catheter design, demanding advanced solutions for steerability, torque response, and deflection control. This session brings together engineering experts in laser-cut hypotube technology, reinforced braided shafts, and integrated pull-wire mechanisms to share insights into the mechanical design and system integration of steerable catheters. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the material, structural, and manufacturing decisions that impact catheter performance in complex anatomies.

Understanding the Importance of Design for Manufacturing (DfM) in Miniaturization When it comes to micro molding miniaturized parts and assemblies, not all Design for Manufacturing (DfM) processes are created equal. In fact, DfM becomes increasingly vital as the size of the parts decreases, often serving as the decisive factor between a successfully manufactured part and an unrealized idea. Design for Manufacturing (DfM) is a strategic process that focuses on designing components to streamline manufacturing, with the ultimate goal of producing high-quality products at a lower cost. This is accomplished by simplifying, optimizing, and refining the design of the product. By identifying and addressing potential issues during the design phase—the most cost-effective stage for problem-solving—DfM ensures efficiency throughout the product's lifecycle. Critical aspects such as product complexity, dimensional accuracy, tooling, materials, assembly, and testing play a significant role in determining manufacturability. We invite you to join our presentation, where we will explore the fundamental DfM processes that are crucial for the success of micro molding small parts and assemblies. You will learn about: • Nine real-world examples of successful DfM in the development of miniaturized micro molded parts and assemblies • Effective DfM strategies to overcome the challenges of miniaturization through micro molding and automated assembly • Commonly asked questions about tooling, molding, and assembly for miniaturized parts and components.

Real-world evidence (RWE) is transforming MedTech, gaining acceptance among healthcare stakeholders and fueled by increasing availability of high-quality real-world data (RWD). This session will explore how MedTech companies can use RWE to support commercial activities at all stages of the product lifecycle. It will highlight the benefits of using RWE, key considerations for real-world studies, and success stories of MedTech companies using RWE to achieve business goals.