Biomedical Evaluations

The Ģ��tv Difference

Everything You Need, in One Place

Our global network means our experts, equipment, machine shops — and your products — can all be in one place, saving you time, money, and logistics headaches.

Go Bigger, Faster

Ģ��tv has the unique ability to create tests for devices of any size. Clients come to us to perform tests that extend beyond their in-house resources.

Novel Devices Require Novel Tests

Standard test methods may not be able to evaluate all characteristics related to product performance. Our scientists and engineers know how to customize tests to help you understand the limits of device performance early in the design process.

Unique Multidisciplinary Expertise

Nowhere else will you find Ģ��tv's depth and breadth of scientific, engineering, and regulatory talent, all working together to develop useful insights to help you overcome your product challenges.

Robust Failure Analysis Insights

Ģ��tv brings decades of failure analysis insights to every medical device evaluation. Because knowing what has or could go wrong empowers you to invest in targeted efforts to evaluate safety and effectiveness.

Credentialed Talent at the Forefront of Innovation

Many of our biomedical experts are pioneers in their field, developing and advising on custom testing procedures, biomedical materials, laboratory and factory designs, and more.

Drive Safety & Compliance

With every advancement in medical device materials and technologies, understanding how they will perform, wear down, and interact with the human body becomes increasingly complex. Engaging our experts early in your product development can help you get ahead of risks, while positioning your devices to achieve FDA and EU compliance.

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Biocompatibility

Address regulatory requirements while driving the safety of a new generation of medical and implantable devices.

Medical Device Corrosion

Understand how your product can corrode in the short and long term to improve performance and address vulnerabilities.

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Biomechanical Support

Assess how your medical devices impact the people who use them to evaluate the potential for injuries, and create preventive solutions.

MRI Compatibility

Identify compatibility hazards, optimize your device designs for MRI environments, and meet regulatory labeling requirements.

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Retrieved Device & Tissue Analysis

Support pushing forward with your medical device development, clinical studies, and post-market surveillance through the insights gained from retrieved devices.

Medical Devices, Implants & Surgical Tools [MCE]

Biofluid Dynamics

Gain competitive edge by understanding the interactions that occur between biofluids and medical devices.

Wear & Biotribology

Anticipating Medical Device Lifespan & Impact

Get a clear understanding of how your medical devices may wear over time and the related impacts on the people who use them. Ģ��tv offers extensive experience conducting medical device wear testing, establishing custom test programs, and providing data analysis insights to prepare your medical devices for the regulatory process. Our expertise includes conducting wear and durability testing of orthopedic, spine, and cardiovascular devices.

Expertise in Using Polymers in Medical Implants

Ģ��tv is helping guide the use of polymer biomaterials in next-generation medical implants. Our experts have contributed to many publications, as well as "" on polyetheretherketone, known as PEEK (ASTM F2026). We also offer extensive experience on the analyses required for evaluating polyethylene (ASTM F648 and ASTM F2759, and the ).

Innovation That Improves Outcomes

Medical devices are expected to perform under a range of conditions in and around the human body. From biocompatibility and corrosion assessments to finite element analysis and MRI compatibility, Ģ��tv delivers essential insights to help understand device performance.

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Collaboration That Helps You See the Full Picture

Ģ��tv is uniquely positioned to assemble a team tailored to your specific challenges. We bring together multidisciplinary experts to provide a broad perspective to help ensure relevant questions are addressed.

Hold Your Products to a Higher Standard

Ģ��tv brings an unparalleled level of integrated expertise to every test and evaluation. Our commitment to scientific excellence is your competitive advantage.

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