The IMCD UK Healthcare Innovation Summit, hosted on the 19th October 2023 at the Malmaison Hotel in Oxford, provided the perfect platform for our team and guest speakers to delve into the present and future trends of the healthcare industry.
For the attendees, it provided a unique opportunity to explore and gain insight into the latest material and product innovations. With an impressive lineup of speakers from the IMCD team and our best-in-class suppliers, the IMCD UK Healthcare Innovation Summit offered a place to share knowledge and partake in collaborative discussions.
A summary of the talks and seminars can be found below:
Summit Introduction and Medical Polymer Selection
The event commenced with an introduction to the summit and a discourse on medical polymer selection, spearheaded by IMCD representatives. It set the stage for a day full of intriguing discussions.
Medical TPUs: Customisation and Applications
Robert Halstead of Lubrizol provided an in-depth exploration of Medical TPUs, shedding light on customisation and their versatile applications in the healthcare sector. Lubrizol's expertise in this area was undoubtedly a valuable addition to the event.
Transparency in Regulatory Documentation
Henrik Bjoerk and Maurice Kelly from IPC emphasised the significance of transparency in regulatory documentation, informing attendees about the importance of maintaining clear and comprehensive records in the healthcare industry.
Enabling Circularity through Innovation
Theo Wubbels and Sophie Ruddick from Eastman shared insights on how innovation can drive circularity. Their discussion was especially relevant in the current climate, where sustainability in healthcare is a pressing concern.
ISCC PLUS Certification for a Circular Economy
ISCC+ delivered a talk on supporting sustainable supply chains through ISCC PLUS certification. The conversation on sustainability and circular economies was a significant highlight, especially with the growing global focus on environmental responsibility.
VESTAMID® Care ME Bonding Grades
Dr. Philip Engel discussed VESTAMID® Care ME (PEBA) bonding grades, providing new solutions for next-generation catheters. This presentation touched on the evolving landscape of medical devices.
Advanced and Sustainable Medical Grade Polyolefins
Borealis, represented by Sascha Henke and Amel Murgic, presented on BORMED™, offering insights into advanced and sustainable medical grade polyolefins. The discussion explored the future possibilities of these materials in healthcare applications.
Irradiation Sterilisation Methods
Barbara Schmitz from BGS Tea-Gamma-Service shared knowledge on methods of irradiation sterilisation. This session contributed to a deeper understanding of essential healthcare processes.
Medical Disposables: More than Injection Moulded Parts
Dr. Dirk Heyl of Röhm delivered an engaging talk on medical disposables, emphasising that they are more than just injection-moulded parts. This perspective provided a holistic view of the role of disposables in healthcare.
The IMCD Oxford Medical Day was filled with valuable insights and interactive discussions.
It demonstrated the commitment of IMCD and its partners to pushing the boundaries of healthcare innovation. The diverse range of topics covered during the summit showcased the depth and breadth of expertise within the industry, from IMCD, and from our principal partners.