Mr. C. Padmakumar
Director, Kerala Lifesciences Industries Parks Pvt. Ltd. & former Chairman and Managing Director, Terumo Penpol

Abstract of Keynote address for Medical device industry: India-A Potential Global Manufacturing Hub

The medical device industry originated in the US and is even now dominated by American companies. The address looks at the Key success factors for the growth of the medical device industry in the US, and also at Ireland which has grown from zero to a major global medical device manufacturing hub in the last 40 years. The focus is on the medical device cluster as the key element in the growth of the industry. The potential for clusters in India is reviewed with a specific example of the city of Trivandrum in Kerala state. It concludes with recommendations for the Government and a roadmap for industry.

Mr. Deepak V. Agarkhed
AVP,  Sakra World Hospital, Bengaluru

Impact On Technology Management With local Manufacturing Of Medical Devices

Abstract Of Presentation : This presentation touches on the present medical device industry & its current pitfalls, how is current technology management at the healthcare delivery side. The presentation tries to probe upon the impact of local manufacturing to end customers i.e. patients through the healthcare delivery system.

Mr. Godwin Suen
Product Expert, Healthcare Industry AP - Polycarbonate
Business Unit, Covestro (Hong Kong) Ltd.

THEME - “Medical Polymeric Materials, Components & Processing : Innovations & Developments

Abstract of the Presentation : Healthcare industry is coping with explosive number of infectious patients this year. This talk from Covestro will introduce high heat medical polycarbonate and chemical resistant material solutions to meet the stringent sterilization needs.

Mr. Mittal Shah
Global Market Manager- LLS Health
Lubrizol Advanced Materials India Ltd.

Thermoplastic Polyurethane Resin and Components for Safe Medical Devices

Lubrizol medical grade polymers are specifically formulated for superior biostability, biocompatibility and processing versatility, and are utilized by global leaders throughout the industry. We offer a full range of thermoplastic polyurethane material solutions such as Pellethane®, Isoplast®, Tecoflex™, Tecothane™, Carbothane™ and Pathway™ polymers as well as polymer customization to meet your performance needs. We provide differentiated design, development and manufacturing services of components, subassemblies and finished devices. Our expertise is aligned with minimally invasive catheters and delivery systems as well as a broad array of silicone-based medical devices; as well as thermoplastic and silicone processing.

Dr. T S Kumaravel,
MD, PhD, DABT ERT, American Board Certified and UK
Registered Toxicologist,
Chairman, GLR Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.

Biocompatibility of Polymer Materials

GLR Laboratories is a leading provider of biocompatibility solutions and testing. The regulatory standard for biocompatibility (ISO10093) is rapidly changing and regulatory agencies are scrutinizing biocompatibility studies in greater details than ever before. The notion of biocompatibility as a box ticking exercise has changed to that of custom designed studies addressing a particular device or device family. There is more emphasis on proper selection of test sub systems, extract preparation, overall safety assessments. In this session, we will critically analyse these recent changes to ISO10993 standards and how they will affect the medical device manufacturers.

Mr. Chintan Mehta
Asst. Manager (Sales & Business Development)
Nu-Vu Conair Pvt. Ltd.

Vital Role Of Medline Series Equipment For Cleanroom Condition

This presentation is about medLine Auxiliary equipments those are used in manufacturing of medical parts. In this presentation, we briefly talk about major functions of medical part manufacturing like raw material, clean room condition, injection moulding, mould and Auxiliary equipments. We also talk in detail about clean room condition and role of medLine Auxiliary equipments. We also talk about certification work and other compliancy those are very much essential while manufacturing of Auxiliary equipments.

Mr. Shinto Joseph,
Director – South East Asia Operations,
LDRA India

THEME - Indian MedTech Industry Ecosystem : Facilitating Growth

Skills Challenges with Medical Device Certification in Indian context

The key emerging trends for medical devices in 2020 include IoMT, Robotics, 3D printed devices, Enhanced Cybersecurity, and Wearable Technology. These trends bring opportunities and challenges such as software obesity where a bug could result in serious safety or cybersecurity issues. In this presentation, Shinto will discuss a standard based certification approach with a focus on risk and quality management followed with a need to build skills at all levels (academia, industry, policy making, regulatory, test & certification).