Medical Device Link.

EDITOR'S PAGE:
Unlocking the Future of Combination Products

ANNUAL REFERENCE FEATURES

2002 Salary Survey
Gregg Nighswonger

This year's salary survey provides up-to-date statistics on job responsibilities and compensation, as well as details of the factors influencing pay levels.

Industry Snapshot 2002

Our third annual industry snapshot depicts the current and projected performance of the medical device and diagnostic industry. We also present a list of the top 40 publicly traded medical device companies for the year.

WASHINGTON WRAP-UP:

FDA Finalizes Guidance on "Least Burdensome" Principles
Implementation of the concept will help to expedite the availability of new technology, says the agency.

NEWS & ANALYSIS:

• Albany Women Launch Contract Molding Company
  
• Albany Women Launch Contract Molding Company
  
• FDA Okays Heart Pump as Permanent Implant; Reimbursement Decision Looms
  
• Institute of Packaging Professionals Revives Committee
  
• Test Methods Become New ASTM Standards
  
• AdvaMed Argues against Switch to CBER
  
• Device Breaks New Ground in Minimally Invasive Surgery
  

R&D DIGEST:

• Self-Generating Nanotubes Provide "Dial-Up" Properties
• Research Program May Aid Device Development
• Atomic Battery Could Power Medical Implants

BULLETIN BOARD

Customized pressure-sensitive tapes. Technical papers for composite formulators. Laminating and die-cutting system designed for delicate materials, and more!