Rapid Response Weekly Updates – Week 4
Scott Whitaker’s Senate testimony, drug pricing EO, and updates on key RFIs drive this week’s momentum for MedTech advocacy.
Medtech in Motion: AdvaMed® Unveils 2024 Impact
From game-changing innovations to policy wins shaping the future, see how we advanced health care and patient access.
Innovation in Action
Every day, medtech is reshaping the future of health care—advancing early detection, accelerating recovery, and enhancing quality of life. Explore groundbreaking advancements that are making a real difference for millions.
59%
Cut heart disease fatalities by 59%
1/2
Days spent in hospitals cut in half
4,000+
4,000+ diagnostic tests available today
2M
2 million direct and indirect U.S. jobs
Industry Facts
Medtech’s Impact
Millions of patients’ lives are improved every day because of advancements in medical technology. Medical technology companies strive to innovate and develop the best tools to diagnose and treat patients. Discover the true impact of our industry.
Hot Topic
AdvaMed®’s Medical Innovation Agenda
AdvaMed® is collaborating with leaders and medtech champions from both parties in both houses of the 119th Congress on our top medtech priorities to foster greater medical innovation and expand access to medical technologies.
Latest Research
Research & Policy Papers
Our experts are continually conducting new and valuable research for the medtech industry.
Key Events
2025 AdvaMed® Events
Explore AdvaMed®’s 2025 event lineup! These dynamic events provide the opportunity for both members and nonmembers to connect, collaborate, and stay informed on the latest trends and developments in the medtech industry.
Up next: Payment Policy Forum May 20-21
Our Latest Resources
Executive Overview_Kennedy v. Braidwood Management, Inc.
A powerful op-ed from AdvaMed’s CEO explaining why tariffs could undermine U.S. medtech innovation, jobs, and patient care—and what must be done.
OMB Request for Information on Deregulation
A powerful op-ed from AdvaMed’s CEO explaining why tariffs could undermine U.S. medtech innovation, jobs, and patient care—and what must be done.
Kevin Lobo, Chairman and CEO, Stryker“As an AdvaMed® member, Stryker has benefited tremendously from the access we have to so many resources.”
Tracy MacNeal, President & CEO, Materna Medical“We’ve had access to issues and networks in regulatory, health economics and fiscal policy that we would never have had as an independent medical device company.”
Martha Shadan, President & CEO, Miach Orthopaedics“The opportunities to engage, learn and stay informed through membership in AdvaMed® is invaluable to us as a start-up organization.”
For Diagnostics Companies: AdvaMedDx®
AdvaMedDx® is the world leader in advocating for health care policies that support diagnostic testing through robust innovation, timely regulatory approval, appropriate payer coverage, payment rates commensurate with impact on care, and rapid adoption of new, safe and effective diagnostic tests.
For Emerging and Early-Stage Companies:
AdvaMed Accel®
Dedicated to the needs of smaller medical technology companies, AdvaMed Accel® works to ensure the voice of small pioneering and entrepreneurial companies is heard by policymakers.
AdvaMed Digital Health Tech™
AdvaMed Digital Health Tech™ promotes the critical role of data and digital medical technologies in improving patient care. The Center provides digital medical technology companies opportunities to explore sector trends, challenges, and opportunities; network with and learn from peers; and shape public policy positions to advance digital medical technology contributions to health care.
Medical Imaging
AdvaMed®’s newest division — Medical Imaging – represents the world’s largest, leading companies that are providing healthcare professionals with the ability to screen, diagnose, treat, and monitor patients by providing accurate, detailed images.
MedtechVets
MedtechVets helps veterans find meaningful employment in the medical technology industry. Sponsored by AdvaMed®, this nonprofit bridges the gap for veterans by providing personalized career transition services, mentorship, career development guidance, and industry networking.
Medtech Events
MedTech Reimbursement Playbook
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Gaining Financial Commitments in Uncertain Times
June 17th, 2025
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