# Minimally Invasive Techniques * **Definition:** Medical procedures that are performed through small incisions or natural body openings, utilizing specialized instruments and imaging guidance to minimize tissue damage, reduce recovery time, and improve patient outcomes compared to traditional open surgery. * **Taxonomy:** Healthcare Topics / Minimally Invasive Techniques ## News * Selected news on the topic of **Minimally Invasive Techniques**, for healthcare technology leaders * 3.5K news items are in the system for this topic * Posts have been filtered for tech and healthcare-related keywords | Date | Title | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | 5/29/2025 | [**Top 20 SMEs Driving AI-Driven Predictive Healthcare in 2025 - LinkedIn**](https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/top-20-smes-driving-ai-driven-predictive-healthcare-2025-omdena-jhzsc) | [[Linkedin]] | | 5/28/2025 | [**Robbie Allen, CEO of US Heart and Vascular - Becker's Hospital Review**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/podcasts/podcasts-beckers-hospital-review/robbie-allen-ceo-of-us-heart-and-vascular/) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 5/28/2025 | [**Robbie Allen, CEO of US Heart and Vascular - Becker's Hospital Review**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/podcasts/uncategorized/robbie-allen-ceo-of-us-heart-and-vascular/) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 5/25/2025 | [**Action Framework for AI Agents in Healthcare - by Alex G. Lee - May, 2025 - Medium**](https://medium.com/@alexglee/action-framework-for-ai-agents-in-healthcare-f4801f8dcaa6) | [[Medium]] | | 5/18/2025 | [**Robotics in Healthcare Market Guide 2025: From Procurement to Deployment - LinkedIn**](https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/robotics-healthcare-market-guide-2025-from-procurement-13e1c/) | [[Linkedin]] | | 5/13/2025 | [**Saudi Arabia Augmented Reality in Healthcare Market Forecasts and Opportunity Report ...**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/saudi-arabia-augmented-reality-healthcare-091800313.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 4/25/2025 | [**Dr. Michael Rimlawi Unveils Scholarship for Future Doctors to Support Aspiring Physicians ...**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/dr-michael-rimlawi-unveils-scholarship-for-future-doctors-to-support-aspiring-physicians-in-shaping-healthcares-future-302438591.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 4/23/2025 | [**Spine medtech's 'stay tuned' moment**](https://www.beckersspine.com/spine/spine-medtechs-stay-tuned-moment/) | [[Beckers Spine Review]] | | 4/16/2025 | [**Here's where spine's best ideas are coming from today - Becker's Spine Review**](https://www.beckersspine.com/spine/heres-where-spines-best-ideas-are-coming-from-today/) | [[Beckers Spine Review]] | | 3/17/2025 | [**Baird Medical's AI Tumor Ablation Surgical Robot Wins Most Valuable Investment Award, Pioneering AI and Robotics Integration in Healthcare**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/baird-medicals-ai-tumor-ablation-surgical-robot-wins-most-valuable-investment-award-pioneering-ai-and-robotics-integration-in-healthcare-302402336.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 2/25/2025 | [**Tufts Medicine Vascular + Vein Center Celebrates Opening in Lowell, MA - Yahoo Finance**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/tufts-medicine-vascular-vein-center-133000646.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 2/10/2025 | [**Healthcare enters AI agent era**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/healthcare-information-technology/ai/healthcare-enters-ai-agent-era/) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 2/4/2025 | [**Ablation Devices Market Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast 2025-2033**](http://prsync.com/imarc-group/size-share-growth-trends-and-forecast---4600946/) | [[PRSync]] | | 1/30/2025 | [**Ambulatory Surgical Centers Market to Grow by USD 25.4 Billion (2024-2028), Rise in Cataract Ambulatory Surgeries Boosts Market, Report on AI-powered Market Evolution - Technavio**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ambulatory-surgical-centers-market-to-grow-by-usd-25-4-billion-2024-2028-rise-in-cataract-ambulatory-surgeries-boosts-market-report-on-ai-powered-market-evolution---technavio-302363663.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 1/20/2025 | [**Report on Catheter Manufacturing Plant- Detailed Process Flow, Project Cost and Economics**](http://prsync.com/imarc-group/report-on-catheter-manufacturing-plant--detailed-process-flow-project-cost-and-economics-4567183/) | [[PRSync]] | | 1/16/2025 | [**Ambulatory Surgical Centers Market to Grow by USD 25.4 Billion from 2024-2028, Driven by Cataract Surgeries - Report on How AI is Redefining the Market Landscape - Technavio**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ambulatory-surgical-centers-market-to-grow-by-usd-25-4-billion-from-2024-2028--driven-by-cataract-surgeries---report-on-how-ai-is-redefining-the-market-landscape---technavio-302351419.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 1/14/2025 | [**Automated Suturing Devices Market to Grow by USD 244.8 Million from 2025-2029 ... - PR Newswire**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/automated-suturing-devices-market-to-grow-by-usd-244-8-million-from-2025-2029--driven-by-increased-surgical-procedures-and-ai-driven-market-transformation---technavio-302349230.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 1/9/2025 | [**$715 Bn Ambulatory Surgery Centers IT Services Market Analysis - Global Forecasts 2025-2030**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/715-bn-ambulatory-surgery-centers-144300767.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 12/30/2024 | [**5 MedTech Stocks That Are Poised to Beat the Market in 2025 - Yahoo Finance**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/5-medtech-stocks-poised-beat-140000672.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 12/17/2024 | [**Surgical Safety Technologies Expands Partnership with Wellcome Leap to Improve ... - PR Newswire**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/surgical-safety-technologies-expands-partnership-with-wellcome-leap-to-improve-surgical-outcomes-across-the-globe-302331662.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 11/8/2024 | [**Anesthesia Monitoring Devices Market is expected to generate a revenue of USD 32.05 ...**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/anesthesia-monitoring-devices-market-is-expected-to-generate-a-revenue-of-usd-32-05-billion-by-2031--globally-at-7-60-cagr-verified-market-research-302299860.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 8/29/2024 | [**Dr. Peter Rentrop Explores Revolutionary Medical Tech Breakthroughs That Will Change the Future**](https://marketsherald.com/dr-peter-rentrop-explores-revolutionary-medical-tech-breakthroughs-that-will-change-the-future/) | marketsherald.com | | 7/10/2024 | [**Med-Tech and Automation trends in the medical devices industry - Infiniti Research**](https://www.infinitiresearch.com/thoughts/medical-device-industry-trends-automation/) | infinitiresearch.com | | 1/22/2024 | [**AI risks in healthcare: Misdiagnosis, inequality, and ethical concerns**](https://www.news-medical.net/news/20240123/AI-risks-in-healthcare-Misdiagnosis-inequality-and-ethical-concerns.aspx) | [[News Medical Net]] | | 2/6/2022 | [**Four emerging data integration trends to assess**](https://www.computerweekly.com/feature/Four-emerging-data-integration-trends-to-assess) | [[Computer Weekly]] | ## Topic Overview (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Key Players - **Dr. Geogy Vennikandam**: COO of GI Partners, advocating for the use of minimally invasive techniques in outpatient surgical settings. - **Intuitive Surgical**: A pioneer in surgical robotics, focusing on expanding access to minimally invasive surgery through collaborations and research. - **Techsomed Ltd.**: A company specializing in AI-powered software for minimally invasive procedures, including Image-Guided Ablation Therapy. - **Boston Scientific**: A major player delivering advanced medical solutions across various healthcare sectors, including minimally invasive techniques. - **Baird Medical Investment Holdings Ltd.**: A leader in minimally invasive diagnostics and treatment, specializing in microwave ablation technology and AI-powered surgical systems. - **Boston Scientific Corp.**: A leading company in the development of minimally invasive medical devices. - **Medtronic**: A leading global healthcare technology company focused on innovative solutions, including minimally invasive techniques like the Harmony Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve System. - **HEPTA Medical**: A private medical device company focused on minimally-invasive thermal ablation therapy for early-stage lung cancer. - **Stryker**: A leading medical technology company known for its innovations in minimally invasive surgical systems, including the OptaBlate system for chronic low back pain. - **Baird Medical**: A company advancing minimally invasive Microwave Ablation technology, recently listed on Nasdaq and expanding its intellectual property portfolio. - **Quantum Surgical**: Developer of the Epione platform, an advanced robotic-assisted technology for interventional radiology. - **INVAMED**: Recognized for its advanced robotic navigation systems that integrate AI-driven software to enhance surgical precision and outcomes. - **NEC X**: Invested in General Prognostics Inc., a MedTech startup developing non-invasive monitoring devices for chronic disease management. - **Getinge**: Partnered with Medtronic for novel stent technologies in the aortic stent graft market. - **Cook County Health**: A key safety-net hospital utilizing robotic surgery to enhance health equity and patient care. - **PocketHealth**: A company dedicated to modernizing healthcare experiences through advanced imaging and patient engagement solutions. - **Dr. Richard Birkett**: A colon and rectal surgeon advocating for the integration of ESG principles in surgical practices and medical device development. - **Abbott Laboratories**: A major player in the interventional radiology market focusing on advanced medical devices. ### Partnerships and Collaborations - **Intuitive Surgical and Healthcare Providers**: Collaborates to identify gaps in patient access to minimally invasive procedures and expand their reach. - **Healthcare Institutions and Tech Companies**: Collaborations are emerging to enhance the integration of AI and robotics in minimally invasive surgeries, improving patient outcomes. - **Surgical Safety Technologies (SST) and Wellcome Leap**: Collaborating to enhance access to surgical care and improve outcomes through the deployment of the OR Black Box solution across seven countries. - **United Surgical Partners International and Providence**: A collaboration aimed at enhancing access to ambulatory surgical services, particularly for minimally invasive procedures. - **Getinge and Medtronic**: Collaboration for a novel stent, enhancing aortic stent graft solutions. - **Baird Medical and Local Healthcare Providers**: Plans to collaborate with local healthcare providers in Indonesia to improve patient outcomes with advanced minimally invasive solutions. - **Tufts Medicine and Mangrove Management Partners**: Collaboration to provide high-quality vascular care through the Vascular + Vein Center. - **IMPLANET and SMTP Technology Co.**: Secured exclusive distribution rights for a new generation of ultrasonic surgical scalpels in France, enhancing access to advanced medical devices. - **CalmWave and George Savage**: Savage's appointment to CalmWave's advisory board aims to leverage his expertise in minimally invasive heart surgery. - **NEC X and General Prognostics Inc.**: A partnership to improve healthcare technology and access for chronic disease patients through innovative monitoring solutions. - **INVAMED and Academic Institutions**: Engages in partnerships with leading universities to integrate new medical findings into clinical practice. - **BD and Babson Diagnostics**: Collaborating to enhance fingertip blood collection and testing technologies, improving accessibility in underserved areas. - **Olympus Corporation and Proximie**: Partnering to digitize operating rooms and enable real-time sharing of clinical information among healthcare professionals. - **PocketHealth and UC Health**: Collaboration to integrate clinical insights into PocketHealth's offerings for improved patient care. - **Hikma Pharmaceuticals and M42**: A strategic partnership to enhance colorectal cancer care through genomics screening technology. - **PanopticAI and healthcare institutions**: Partnerships to enhance the adoption of digital health solutions and improve personalized care. ### Innovations, Trends, and Initiatives - **Minimally Invasive Techniques**: Surgeons are increasingly prioritizing minimally invasive techniques to improve patient outcomes and streamline operations. - **Minimally Invasive Procedures**: A growing trend across various medical fields, including cardiology and oncology, driven by patient preference for reduced recovery times. - **Minimally Invasive Techniques in ASCs**: Ambulatory Surgery Centers are expanding their range of procedures, leveraging minimally invasive techniques for better patient care. - **Minimally Invasive Interval Debulking Surgery**: The adoption of this technique for ovarian cancer has increased significantly, with nearly one-third of surgeries in the US utilizing this approach by 2018. - **Portable Minimally Invasive Surgery Simulators**: The market for these simulators is projected to grow significantly, driven by advancements in simulation-based learning and the demand for minimally invasive treatments. - **Microwave Ablation Technology**: Baird Medical's advanced technology for minimally invasive procedures, recognized for its precision and faster recovery times. - **Robotic Surgery**: The da Vinci Surgical System exemplifies advancements in robotic systems that enhance minimally invasive surgical techniques, improving precision and control. - **Surgical Robotics**: The use of surgical robots is transforming minimally invasive surgery, enhancing precision and reducing recovery times, particularly in urological and orthopedic surgeries. - **Sacroiliac Fusion**: Highlighted as a groundbreaking innovation in spine and orthopedics, emphasizing its minimally invasive nature. - **Automated Suturing Devices**: Increasingly popular due to their ability to enhance patient throughput and reduce surgical time and costs, particularly in minimally invasive procedures. - **Drug-Coated Balloon Technology**: Advancements in PTA procedures that reduce restenosis rates and improve long-term vessel patency. - **Robotic-Assisted Surgery**: Increasing adoption of robotic systems in various medical specialties, enhancing surgical accuracy and reducing recovery times. - **AI and IoT Integration**: Emerging technologies in heart valve devices enhancing treatment solutions and patient outcomes. - **3D Printing and Ultrasound Testing**: Innovations shaping the aortic stent graft market and improving patient care. - **AI Integration**: The integration of artificial intelligence in diagnostics and surgical procedures is improving patient outcomes and personalizing treatment plans. - **AI and Machine Learning**: The integration of AI and machine learning in surgical practices is enhancing decision-making and surgical outcomes. - **AI in Ultrasound Imaging**: AI is enhancing diagnostic accuracy and workflow efficiency, particularly in cardiology and obstetrics. ### Challenges and Concerns - **High Procedural Costs**: A significant barrier to the widespread adoption of minimally invasive techniques. - **Training and Education**: There is a need for continuous education and training for healthcare professionals to effectively implement and utilize new minimally invasive techniques. - **Healthcare Disparities**: Despite advancements, there are ongoing concerns about equitable access to minimally invasive techniques and technologies. - **Patient Safety**: Ensuring patient safety remains a priority as the demand for minimally invasive surgeries increases. - **Limited Reimbursement Policies**: Challenges in financial coverage for minimally invasive procedures affecting patient access. - **Equitable Access to Care**: Facility-level disparities in the adoption of minimally invasive techniques highlight inequities in access to care for medically underserved patients. - **Regulatory Hurdles**: Challenges in obtaining regulatory approvals can slow the introduction of new minimally invasive technologies. - **High Costs and Regulatory Hurdles**: Challenges such as high initial costs and regulatory complexities may hinder the widespread adoption of robotic systems in minimally invasive surgeries. - **Surgical Errors**: Risks associated with advanced surgical technologies and the need for proper training. - **Patient Trust and Awareness**: Barriers related to patient trust and awareness of the benefits of robotic-assisted surgeries hinder broader implementation. - **Staffing Issues in ASCs**: Recruitment difficulties impacting operational efficiency in outpatient surgical centers. - **Regulatory Approval**: HEPTA Medical is beginning the US regulatory approval process for its microwave ablation platform, which is crucial for market entry. - **High Equipment Costs**: The initial investment and maintenance costs of robotic systems present barriers to market growth, especially for smaller healthcare providers. - **Healthcare Equity**: Ensuring equitable access to advanced medical technology remains a challenge, particularly in underserved communities. - **AI Preparedness**: Concerns about the healthcare workforce's preparedness for the rapid integration of AI technologies. - **Supply Chain Disruptions**: The MedTech industry faces challenges related to supply chain disruptions, impacting the availability of advanced medical devices. - **Regulatory Compliance**: The need for compliance with regulatory standards is critical for the approval and adoption of new medical devices. - **Healthcare Access Disparities**: Challenges such as an aging population and disparities in healthcare access necessitate collaboration among providers to enhance care delivery.