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New Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/1451
The European Commission has expanded the list of implantable and Class III devices that may be exempt from clinical (...)
New Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/1359
The European Commission has expanded the list of class IIb implantable devices exempt from systematic technical documentation assessment by (...)
MDSAP Annual Forum 2026 – Kyoto
The 2026 MDSAP Annual Forum was held from 15 to 19 June 2026 in Kyoto and was organized by (...)
New MDCG position paper: what’s changing for SS(C)P management in EUDAMED
The newly published MDCG 2026-4 provides key clarifications on the management of Summary of Safety and (Clinical) Performance (SSCP/SSP) (...)
MDCG 2021-5 Rev.1 – Labelling symbols update (EU REP)
The MDCG 2021-5 Rev.1 guidance provides important clarifications on the use of symbols applicable to medical devices under the (...)
New EU harmonized standard update for IVD labelling symbols
The European Commission has published Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/1313, updating harmonized standards supporting compliance with the Regulation (EU) 2017/746 (...)
New EU harmonized standards across key medical device areas
The European Commission has published Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/1231, updating the harmonized standards supporting compliance with the Medical Devices (...)
MedFIT & BioFIT
GMED will be participating in MedFIT & BioFit 2026, which will take place on December the 10th and 11th (...)
VivaTech
GMED will be attending VivaTech, the leading event for technological innovation, taking place from June 17 to 20, 2026 (...)
GMED at RAPS Convergence 2026
Join Us at RAPS Convergence 2026 in Charlotte GMED is pleased to announce that we will be exhibiting at (...)
The MedTech Conference 2026
The global gathering for medtech returns to Boston, MA, October 18–21, 2026. Hosted by AdvaMed® (The Medtech Association), #MTC26 (...)
Changes to devices and/or quality management system: When and how to report changes?
The purpose of this medical device change notification guide, developed by GMED, is to provide guidance on when and (...)
Codes assignment as part of a certification application under Regulation (EU) 2017/745 in accordance with implementing Regulation 2017/2185
Commission Implementing Regulation 2017/2185 establishes the codes assignment MDR framework. This framework defines notified bodies’ scope of designation for (...)
MDCG 2021-12 Rev2: EMDN FAQ update
The MDCG has published Revision 2 of the MDCG 2021-12 guidance, dedicated to the FAQ on the European Medical (...)
Article 10a MDR / IVDR : New guidance documents
The European Commission has published updated reference documents related to Article 10a of the MDR and IVDR, addressing the (...)
New MIR v7.3.1 form – MD & IVD vigilance
The European Commission has released an updated Manufacturer Incident Report (MIR) form. The use of MIR version 7.3.1 becomes (...)
MDCG 2026-1: Summary of the EMDN annual revision outcomes
The MDCG 2026‑1 provides an overview of the EMDN update requests submitted in 2025, together with the decisions taken (...)
Version 5 of Manual on borderline and classification for MDs and IVDs (April 2026)
A new version of the Manual on Borderline and Classification under Regulations (EU) 2017/745 (MDR) and 2017/746 (IVDR) has (...)
IVDR Class C: Why “Application Submitted” is not enough
A valid Class C application is necessary to maintain your transitional timeline — but it is not, by itself, (...)
MDCG 2021-24 Rev.1 Guidance on Medical Device Classification
The Medical Device Coordination Group (MDCG) has published Revision 1 of MDCG 2021‑24, the guidance dedicated to the classification (...)
New EU Harmonized Standards for Medical Device Sterilizers, Steam Boilers and Hearing Aids
The European Commission has published Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/760, updating the list of harmonized standards supporting compliance with the (...)
AMDM IVD Regulatory Submissions Workshop
GMED at AMDM’s IVD Regulatory Submissions Workshop 21 April 2026 | North Bethesda, MD, USA GMED is pleased to (...)
OSMA 2026 Spring Meeting
GMED at the 2026 OSMA Spring Meeting 21–23 April 2026 | Washington, D.C. GMED is pleased to announce that (...)
EUDAMED : Prepare for Mandatory Implementation
EUDAMED becomes mandatory on 28 May 2026, with four modules now declared fully functional by the European Commission. This (...)
RWE-Driven MedTech: Cross-Sector Perspectives on Building Cost-Effective Clinical Evidence Strategies
GMED will participate in the Spring Symposium 2026, titled “RWE‑Driven MedTech: Cross‑Sector Perspectives on Building Cost‑Effective Clinical Evidence Strategies.” (...)
IVDR Proposed Revision: Practical Breakdown & Implications for IVD Manufacturers
In collaboration with MedTech Leading Voice and AKRA TEAM, a webinar will be held to discuss the European Commission’s (...)
Voluntary or regulatory certification transfer application
Thinking about transferring your certification to GMED? Our comprehensive certification transfer guide is designed to make your certification transfer (...)
2026 US Medical Device & Diagnostic Post-Market Surveillance, Vigilance Conference
GMED at the 2026 US Medical Device & Diagnostic Post-Market Surveillance, Vigilance Conference 24–26 March 2026 | Boston, MA (...)
The 34th China International Health Industry Expo 2026
We are pleased to announce that GMED Asia will take part in the 34th China International Health Industry Expo, (...)
Medical Fair Asia 2026
We are pleased to announce that GMED Asia will take part in Medical Fair Asia 2026, held from 9 (...)
