Medical device industry calls for My Health Record to include medical device data

29 March, 2018

The Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA) today broadly welcomed the recommendations from the Senate inquiry into transvaginal mesh implants. As the Government considers the Committee’s recommendations, MTAA will continue to be an active participant in this process to ensure the best outcome for patients.

BioMedTech Horizon program funds first in human trials to restore sight

17 April, 2018

The Government announced today the first 11 recipients from the $35 million BioMedTech Horizons program.

The program aims to support the development of new and innovative technologies by Australian medical technology (MedTech) companies.

Cost of medical devices down in December quarter

15 February, 2019

The APRA December quarter statistics on Private Health Insurance highlight once again the cost reductions that have been delivered by MTAA’s (Medical Technology Association of Australia) Agreement with the Commonwealth, with cost reductions of over 23% in some categories.

MTAA welcomes greater access to life-saving medical technology

04 March, 2019

The Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA) welcomes the announcement by the Federal Health Minister that life-saving catheter ablation technology has been listed on the Prostheses List.

$30m BioMedTech Horizons funding seeks MTAA members opinions

18 July, 2018

Between mid-August to end of September, MTPConnect will be conducting a series of problem definition workshops on the clinical challenges and key themes that will form the basis of the applications for funding distribution for SMEs and researchers.

The Medical Technology Industry welcomes new Minister for Health

18 January, 2017

The Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA) today congratulated The Hon. Greg Hunt MP being appointed Minister for Health and Sport.

Medical Technology sector welcomes MTPConnect Clinical Trials report

22 June, 2017

The Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA) welcomes the MTPConnect Clinical Trials report published today.

The report highlights the significant contribution clinical trials makes to the Australian economy, shows we have a competitive advantage on a global level and details how we can grow into the future.

Private Health Premiums likely to Rise Another $200 per year in 2018

09 November, 2017

As reported in the Herald Sun (‘GPs’ fees up $1 as health funds ask for $200 premium rise’) families are facing a further $200 increase next year in their health insurance premiums. The Medical Technology of Australia (MTAA) again calls on the Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) to be given the power to audit the books of insurers to ensure the $1.5 billion in medical device price savings are passed onto consumers.

Driving innovation in next-gen AI medical technologies

09 October, 2018

A new research training centre based in Victoria will develop artificial intelligence (AI) applications for medical technologies and train an expert workforce that will drive Australian innovation

MTAA welcomes re-appointment of Greg Hunt as Health Minister

26 May, 2019

MTAA (Medical Technology Association of Australia) has congratulated the Hon Greg Hunt MP on his re-appointment to the role of Health Minister.