Intellectual Property Implications of the Medical Wearable and Wellness Device Revolution for Startups | MD+DI

The Commerce Department is investigating whether imports of personal protective equipment (PPE), medical consumables, and medical devices and equipment have national security implications that may warrant trade action, such as...

Caldera Medical, Inc. on October 8th, 2024, announced the acquisition of UVision 360, Inc. Caldera Medical develops medical devices for women’s health, including surgical products for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence, pelvic floor disorders, pelvic organ prolapse, and hysteroscopic removal of intrauterine tissue. UVision 360 is a developer of in-office hysteroscopy systems for evaluating and treating uterine conditions.

Key Takeaway: Advances in AI and genomic analysis will allow medical providers to tailor treatment for individual patients at the genome level, but challenges exist for protecting AI-assisted inventions. Genomic...