MedWorld Advisors returned to the Medica trade show in Dusseldorf, Germany for the first time in two years. Medica, a leading international trade fair that includes exhibitors displaying innovations across healthcare vertical segments, is always an important event for the industry as a whole, and it was certainly a treat to be able to attend again in person! While Medica was not back to its full pre-pandemic levels of attendees, the people who were there were motivated and ready to do business. It was a helpful reminder that there are some things that can only be done when you are face to face with people. 

Even with reduced attendance, there were no shortage of exhibitors in all segments present at the show. Some trends stood out in terms of general interest as well as potential disruptors in the industry. Wearable tech and point-of-care (POC) diagnostics were certainly at the forefront. These trends are no doubt seizing attention given the current and continuing state of the pandemic. For example, wearable solutions are helping to drive RPM (remote patient monitoring) business opportunities on a global basis. And with the pandemic continuing to have waves of disruption, rapid POC diagnostics, another hot trend at the show, will be even more important for our future well-being. MedWorld is excited to represent some of these types of innovations to industry strategics on behalf of our clients.

Dave Sheppard, Managing Director and Co-Founder, Florence Henry-Leroux, Managing Director - M&A Europe, and Tom Wilmering, Technology Advisor, were all present at this years show, meeting with prospective acquirers on behalf of our clients as well as meeting new potential clients. Should you have questions or just want to discuss opportunities from Medica, feel free to reach out to them.

We’re looking forward to returning to Dusseldorf for Medica 2022!