A Go-to-Market (GTM) Playbook for Medical Imaging Companies in a Tariff-Constrained World
April 10, 2025 In a sudden escalation, the United States and China have each imposed massive tariffs on each other’s goods, with the US placing a temporary hold on further tariff increases for other countries. Specifically: For medical imaging—where supply chains often rely on Chinese components or final assembly—this environment is a drastic departure from […]
ACC.25 Chicago Key Takeaways
Markintel Insights | Powered by Marketstrat March 29-31, 2025 Executive Summary The American College of Cardiology’s 2025 Annual Scientific Session (ACC.25) in Chicago confirmed a clear pivot in cardiovascular care: therapy innovations are moving well beyond conventional pharmacology and stent technology, toward integrated solutions bridging cardiometabolic treatments, AI-driven diagnostics, and value-based care models. Attendance returned […]
MARKINTEL PULSE: WEEKLY MEDTECH, IMAGING & DIGITAL HEALTH BRIEF – April 4, 2025
April 4, 2025 1) ONE BIG THING: TARIFFS HIT MEDTECH The Short Version: President Trump’s sweeping new “reciprocal tariff” plan—effective April 5 (10% universal import tariff), plus higher (20–34%+) rates on imports from China, the EU, Japan, and others—is sending shockwaves through the medical imaging and broader MedTech sectors. While pharmaceuticals were exempt, medical devices […]
MARKINTEL PULSE: WEEKLY MEDTECH, IMAGING & DIGITAL HEALTH BRIEF – March 28, 2025
March 28, 2025 One Big Thing AI + Imaging Convergence Accelerates via Strategic Platforms The industry is racing beyond single-solution AI tools: the new trend is platform “ecosystems” that combine multiple AI modules on imaging hardware to streamline everything from image acquisition to interpretation. Case in point: GE HealthCare’s expanded partnership with Nvidia and its […]
MARKINTEL PULSE: WEEKLY MEDTECH, IMAGING & DIGITAL HEALTH BRIEF – March 21, 2025
Edition: March 21, 2025 1) ONE BIG THING AI-Driven Autonomy Is Reshaping MedTech Medical imaging and robotics are moving from assistance to near-autonomy, with major players (GE, J&J, Philips, Siemens, Nvidia) investing heavily in AI-based workflow automation. This shift aims to tackle industry-wide staffing challenges, expand global access to advanced diagnostics, and unlock data-driven, real-time […]
Caristo’s FDA Clearance for AI-Powered Heart Attack Prevention
March 18, 2025 The Big Picture Heart disease remains the world’s leading killer, claiming nearly 18 million lives globally each year. In the U.S. alone, roughly 805,000 people have a heart attack annually—one every 40 seconds. Caristo Diagnostics is stepping into this high-stakes arena with new FDA clearance for its AI-driven plaque analysis, aiming to […]
MedTech Under Fire: How Tariffs Are Reshaping Medical Imaging and Global Healthcare
Key Takeaways: Tariffs Affect Core Components: Recent U.S. tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China—and retaliatory duties—now include a range of medical device components and finished products, particularly medical imaging and AI-driven technologies. Cost Escalations & Price Pressures: With steel and aluminum tariffs at 10–25% and further levies on electronic components (often 25% on Chinese imports), […]
From Prototype to Patient: Innovative GTM Approaches for MedTech/Life Sciences Success
Healthcare, pharma, and medtech companies operate in one of the most complex and rapidly evolving markets. As AI-driven diagnostics, digital therapeutics, and precision medicine advance, the pressure to launch effectively—and remain compliant—has never been greater. A robust Go-to-Market (GTM) strategy can be the deciding factor between stagnation and sustainable growth, particularly given new considerations such […]
