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Medical technologies save lives, improve health and contribute to sustainable healthcare. Innovative devices and diagnostics empowers patients, healthcare professionals, and healthcare systems and society. Medical technology companies are also drivers of economic growth and job creation across Europe.

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icon we help patientsWe support PEOPLE

Medical technologies enable prevention and the early diagnosis of health problems. Diagnosis facilitates timely intervention and improves patient’s outcomes. Innovative solutions can replace, repair and sustain failing body functions, while telemedicine and connected devices allow remote monitoring of patient’s conditions. By accelerating recovery and keeping people healthy, medical technologies support people in living full and active lives.

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icon healthcare professionals We support HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS

Timely and accurate diagnostic information empowers healthcare professionals to make informed clinical decisions that enhance patients’ outcomes. By shortening recovery times and reducing surgical complications, the medical technology sector not only improves patient care but also alleviates pressure on healthcare systems. By enabling healthcare professionals to focus on responsibilities where their expertise delivers the most value, we also contribute to higher workplace satisfaction and overall efficiency.

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icon healthcare systems and societyWe improve HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS AND SOCIETY

By enabling people to remain socially and economically active and by preventing serious complications from chronic diseases, medical technologies bring significant value to healthcare systems and society. Innovations in medical technology drive efficiency and contribute to the sustainability of healthcare. Our industry is advancing healthcare delivery by integrating the transformative benefits of big data and machine learning into clinics of all sizes.

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MedTech Europe’s Facts & Figures 2024

Posted on 11.07.2024

MedTech Europe Manifesto for 2024 – 2029 | Empowering Patients, Inspiring Innovation

Posted on 16.11.2023

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Facts & Figures

The medical technology industry is one of Europe’s most diverse and innovative sectors. Data on employment, trade flows and the high number of patents filed by medtech companies reveal the value our sector delivers to patients, health systems and economies in Europe.

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What is Medical Technology?

Medical technologies are products, services or solutions used to save and improve people’s lives.

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