MedTech ON AIR
MedTech ON AIR is a podcast by MedTech Europe, the European trade association for the medical technology industry. It covers topics related to diagnostics, medical devices, and digital health. The podcast features discussions with industry experts and stakeholders. It aims to inform listeners about innovations and policy issues in the medtech sector.
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Smarter regulation, here and now: making the most of the MDR/IVDR simplification proposal
Between sessions at the MedTech Forum 2026, we sat down with Flora Giorgio, Head of Unit D3Medical Devices at the European Commission's DG SANTE. In this conversation, we unpack some of the most consequential files in medtech policy right now: from the revision of the Medical Devices Regulation and the In Vitro Diagnostics Regulation, to EUDAMED implementation and the European Commission’s breakth
From Data to Trust: The Value of AI and Collaboration in Medtech
From our booth at the MedTech Forum 2026, we sat down with Prof. Marc Peeters, Professor of Oncology at the University of Antwerp and board member of AZ Maria Middelares and Ziekenhuis Geel. We discussed today’s challenges and opportunities in medtech, and AI emerged as a clear leitmotif throughout the conversation. Timely, as discussions on the interplay between the AI Act and the MDR/IVDR revisi
Cutting carbon, saving lives: Harnessing medtech innovation and competitiveness for healthcare decarbonisation
Health drives our lives, from our personal well-being to the health of our planet and economy. On the road to UN Climate Change Conference COP30 in Belém (Brazil), taking place from 10-21 November 2025, we shine a critical spotlight on harnessing medical technology innovation for healthcare decarbonisation.
In this episode of MedTech ON AIR, we are joined by Sigrid Linher, MedTech Europe’s Direc
MedTech ON AIR - Reforming the regulatory framework for medical technologies
Europe’s regulatory system for medical technologies is at a turning point. The European Commission has announced its intention to revise the In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Devices Regulation (IVDR) 2017/746 and Medical Devices Regulation (MDR) 2017/745, a process that will shape the future of Europe’s innovation and patient access to safe and effective medical technologies.
In the latest episode of
Cybersecurity in the medical technology system
Cybersecurity has become one of the defining priorities for a digitally advanced healthcare system. With hospitals and healthcare providers increasingly reliant on connected technologies, ensuring resilience against cyber threats is more critical than ever.
In the latest episode of MedTech ON AIR, we sat down with Benjamin Meany, MedTech Europe Senior Manager for Digital, Software and AI Regulat
Insights from The MedTech Forum 2025 - Part 2
Special episodes of MedTech ON AIR, live from the MedTech Forum 2025, episode 2
This is part 2, of a two-part special edition of MedTech ON AIR, which was recorded live at the MedTech Forum 2025 in Lisbon. The MedTech Forum is the largest gathering of medical technology industry in Europe.
In the second part of this special series, we continue to unpack the key takeaways from Europe’s leading h
Insights from The MedTech Forum 2025 - Part 1
Special episodes of MedTech ON AIR, live from the MedTech Forum 2025, episode 1This two-part special edition of MedTech ON AIR was recorded live at the MedTech Forum 2025 in Lisbon — the largest gathering of the medical technology industry in Europe.
In these episodes, we explore the MedTech Forum’s role as a pivotal gathering, where the themes and conversations will shape the direction of the m
Exploring the Impact of IVDR and MDR -2024 Survey Findings
Welcome to the 6th Season of the MedTech ON AIR podcast.
This 2025 season kicks off with an episode dedicated to the 2024 Regulatory Survey findings
The 2024 Regulatory Survey revealed key challenges that manufacturers face under the In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR) and Medical Device Regulation (MDR) – from conformity assessment timelines, to the costs of compliance, to the impact on re
What is in store for the future of the medical technology sector? With guest Stuart Silk
Are you curious about what is in store for the for the future of the medical technology sector?
In the season finale of the MedTech ON AIR podcast, we welcomed newly appointed Chairman of MedTech Europe’s Board of Directors, Stuart Silk.
Listen in as Stuart shares his reflections on the EU political cycle for 2024-2029, our industry’s key role in driving the attractiveness of the European regio
A Vision for a sustainable healthcare sector, with guest Sigrid Linher
Ready to learn more about what sustainability means in the healthcare sector?
The latest episode of MedTech ONAIR is now live. In this episode, we welcome MedTech Europe Director of Sustainability & Environment, Sigrid Linher, to discuss MedTech Europe’s vision for achieving environmentally sustainable, equitable and resilient healthcare systems.
Listen in as we discuss with Sigrid what need
The future of the Regulatory System: are we ready? with Petra Zoellner
Ready to learn more about the future of the medical technology regulatory system?
The latest episode of MedTech ONAIR is now live. In this episode, we welcome MedTech Europe Director of Regulatory Affairs, Petra Zoellner, to discuss our Vision for the future of the EU’s regulatory system for the Medical Technology Sector.
Listen in as we discuss with Petra why different measures are needed to e
The Lifeblood of Europe’s Medical Technology Sector: Collaborative R&I, Mark Lloyd Davies
How do Europe’s unique R&I environment and opportunities provide fertile ground for our sector’s life changing innovations?
In the second episode of MedTech ON AIR, we welcome Johnson & Johnson’s Global Head of Strategic Partnerships and Resource Group (SPRG), Mark Lloyd Davies.
Listen in as Mark as shares his insights from his longstanding experience working in collaborative research and inno
Deep dive into the MedTech Europe Manifesto & the upcoming EU Elections with CEO Oliver Bisazza
Ready to elevate your understanding on the future of healthcare and the medical technologies sector?
The new season of MedTech ON AIR is live for the 2024. In this episode, we welcome MedTech Europe CEO Oliver Bisazza to discuss our Manifesto, and the European Elections.
Listen-in to this first discussion with Oliver, exploring important topics like patient-centricity, digital transformation,
The value of Artificial Intelligence for the medical technology sector
In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential in healthcare and medical technology. AI holds the potential to support humans in their daily lives, take care of routine tasks, and advance human knowledge. It has the ability to improve patient outcomes and healthcare systems and assist healthcare professionals in their tasks as it can be prese
Six years in: An overview on the Medical Devices Regulation
Join us on a special episode of our podcast as we commemorate six years since the adoption of the Medical Devices Regulation with a conversation featuring Merlin Rietschel, Senior Manager Medical Devices at MedTech Europe.
In this insightful episode, we delve into the realm of Medical Devices Regulation and explore its impact on the industry over the past six years. Merlin Rietschel shares his ex
A deep analysis of the IVD Regulation
In October 2022, MedTech Europe ran its latest survey to gather data from IVD manufacturers on the state of the IVDR regulatory infrastructure. The survey represents an estimated 75% market revenue coverage, and the full report and its annex with visuals of the results may be read here: https://bit.ly/3xWp5Cj
Working toward a digitally enabled future for diabetes care in Europe
Tanja Valentin, Executive Committee member of MedTech Europe, discusses the challenge of diabetes in Europe, the role that digital solutions play in effective management, and what’s still needed to move toward a more digitally enabled future of diabetes care.
EU NCD Initiative Roadmap: an first step towards improving the cardiovascular health of EU citizens
• Jean-Luc Lemercier, Chair of the Cardiovascular Sector Group at MedTech Europe, talks about the EU NCD initiative and the importance of cardiovascular health.
The Innovative Health Initiative: the future of Research and Innovation in healthcare in Europe
Patrick Boisseau, Director General Industry Strategic Initiatives at MedTech Europe, explains what is the Innovative Health Initiative, the world largest public-private partnership in life sciences, launched together by four European trade associations, including MedTech Europe.
Looking forward to 2022 with MedTech Europe CEO Serge Bernasconi
Serge Bernasconi, CEO of MedTech Europe, joined MedTech ON AIR to reflect on 2021 and give his insights on the medical technology sector for the year ahead, and priorities for the European medical technology trade association.
The European Health Data Space and the potential of health data
Welcome to our new episode of MedTech ON AIR where Michael Strübin, MedTech Europe's Director Digital Health, talks about the benefits of health data for research and innovation in health technologies and how the European Health Data Space could provide what is needed to achieve the digital transformation of healthcare.
How COVID-19 is shaping the future of healthcare delivery
MedTech Europe's Director for International Affairs, Jesus Rueda Rodriguez, talks about the new and existing healthcare practices in the light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The new IVD Regulation: why more time is needed to achieve success
The new in vitro Diagnostic Medical Devices Regulation will come into force in 2022. This new piece of legislation represents a major overhaul of the regulatory system and together with Oliver Bizazza, MedTech Europe Director General for Industrial Policies, we look into the work still needed before the IVDR comes into place on 26 May 2022.
COVID-19 second wave: what has changed
As we approach the end of the year, Europe is faced with a second wave of coronavirus, with many states going back into lockdown. The situation seems to reflect what happened in March when COVID-19 first appeared in Europe, and governments took drastic measures to keep their healthcare systems running. However, some things have changed since the first wave. Among them, the readiness of healthcare
Change is on the Horizon: medtech in the research and innovation space
Together with MedTech Europe's Director for Research and Innovation, Patrick Boisseau, we look at the European research and innovation landscape during a year of both crisis and transition. Will the lessons learned from COVID-19 be incorporated in the new programmes? What are the coming changes for medical technology in the research space? Listen to episode 4 of MedTech ON AIR to find the answers
COVID-19: Medical technology and the road to deconfinement
MedTech Europe International Affairs Director, Jesus Rueda Rodriguez, helps us shed some light on the so-called ‘Phase 2’ or deconfinement and how medical technology plays a role to inform and shape European and national strategies. Also in this episode: how will healthcare systems adapt to the ‘new normal’? How we can make sure that people affected by chronic conditions or other illnesses receive
Diagnosis, protection, treatment: the medtech response to coronavirus (13 Feb 2020)
The coronavirus outbreak has placed focus on the mechanisms and technologies that help us prevent and fight these crises. Medical technology plays an important role in the combat against COVID19, supporting patients, systems and healthcare workers in different ways. In this episode, we talk to Jesus Rueda Rodriguez and we take a closer look at the what medical technology can do and how it is contr
The changing EU regulatory landscape: CE Marking for Medical Technology
The three-year transition period for the new Medical Device Regulation will end on 26 May 2020, and the new In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation will come into force in 2022. These new pieces of legislation bring changes to one of the pillars of the medical technology sector: the CE marking process. In this episode, we speak to Oliver Bisazza about what this process is, how it changes and what the medte
MedTech ON AIR - Teaser
Welcome to MedTech ON AIR, the new podcast by MedTech Europe, the European trade association for the medical technology industry.
Together with experts in the field, we will explore the world of medical technology, touching on the most pressing issues that are affecting the industry, healthcare systems, and society.
Tune in from January 2020 and join us for the start of our journey.
