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Guide Contents
- Medical Device Market Intelligence
- Market Reports
- Market Players
- Medical Device Industry Analysis
- Industry Reports
- Industry Associations
- Regulators
- Related Resources
- Articles, Patents, etc.
Market vs. Industry Reports
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Market vs. Industry ReportsMarket reports focus on the downstream consumer market; industry reports focus on the supplying industry.
Medical Device Market Intelligence
Market Reports & Data
These databases contain pre-packaged market reports that cover the medical device industry.
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GlobalData MedicalMarket research platform for the medical device industry. Includes news, deals, and companies. Downloading options are limited.
For: Current Stanford faculty, staff, and students.
Help: GlobalData access instructions | GlobalData Medical search help
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BCC ResearchGlobal market reports for many industries, including materials, pharma, medical devices, engineering, and IT.
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MarketResearch.com AcademicGlobal market reports from providers including Kalorama Information, Packaged Facts, and Simba Information.
Additional Resources
Market Players / Company Lists
Research key players or build your own list that includes more than just those with the largest market share.
Medical Device Industry Analysis
Industry Reports
Industry reports provide an overview of an industry, focusing on the companies that create the products or services, their supply chain, and things that could impact the industry (e.g. trade wars, changing consumer habits, etc.).
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IBISWorldU.S., Global, and China industry reports, and business environment reports that cover industry performance drivers. Includes a US Industry Wizard to create and export custom lists of industries.
Help: IBISWorld search help
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StatistaStatistics on many topics, industries, and markets. Use the Source information to find more information.
The Global Consumer Survey has country-level survey data on consumer behavior and brand preference topics.
Additional Resources
Industry Associations
Industry associations are a great source of information. Look for sections on their website titled "Resources", "Publications", "Data". Note that some materials may be restricted to members. Some examples are:
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The Medical Device Manufacturers Association (MDMA)A national trade association representing independent manufacturers of medical devices, diagnostic products, and health care information systems.
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Advanced Medical Technology Association (AdvaMed)An international association for companies producing medical devices, diagnostic products, and health information systems.
Additional Resources
Regulators
Regulating bodies (both in governments and independent agencies) often are a great source of data and information about the industries they regulate.
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FDA: Medical DevicesDevice procedures, regulations, guidelines, safety, recalls, research, and news.
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FDA: Medical Device DatabasesIncludes Premarket Approvals (PMA) database, MAUDE (Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience), Premarket Notifications (510(k)s), etc.
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U.S. Food & Drug Administration: Overview of Device RegulationU.S. FDA is a medical device regulatory body for the United States. Provides information on the approval process and related laws and regulations.
Related Resources
The following resources may also be helpful for researching the biotechnology industry.
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Search Business News & Trade ArticlesOne great way to learn about an industry, market, or product, is to scour news and industry media outlets for information.